As Collins gathers up innumerable awards and nominations by these various ensembles, Collins, who’s comfortable on mandolin, fiddle, guitar, mandola and mandocello – is zeroing in on the work he does with his beloved trio: fellow string guru Mike Mezzatesta, whose versatility shines through on guitar, mandolin, fiddle and mandola, and in-the-pocket James McEleney, holding it down on the bass, mandocello and harmony vocals. Showcasing a popular collision of trailblazing roots, folk, chambergrass and jazz, not to mention a…

Stephen Fearing - A founding member of Canadian roots supergroup Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, Stephen Fearing is a prolific singer-songwriter with a discography of 10 critically acclaimed recordings. He has received numerous award and nominations, including the 2007 Roots & Traditional Album of the Year JUNO Award for Yellowjacket and the 2017 Contemporary Singer of the Year Award at the Canadian Folk Music Awards for Every Soul’s a Sailor. Stephen’s Bassment performances are noted for his intimate storytelling, fine singing,…

Winners of the 2014 East Coast Music Award for Roots Traditional Group Recording of the Year, Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys serve up a neat balance of traditional tunes and well-crafted group originals. Exemplifying the term natural showman, Gordie MacKeeman is an ace fiddle player aptly nicknamed “crazy legs” for his frenetic, loose-limbed step-dancing. Combine that exuberance and onstage dynamism with the stellar musicianship of the multi-instrumental Rhythm Boys and you have an unstoppable roots music force.

Rooted in the tradition, fearlessly creative, and possessing a bold, dynamic sound, The Slocan Ramblers have quickly become a bright light on the Canadian roots music scene. Returning for their fourth visit to The Bassment, the Ramblers have a well-earned reputation for energetic live shows, impeccable musicianship, and having an uncanny ability to convert anyone within earshot range into an instant, lifelong fan. One such fan, Hockey Night in Canada’s Don Cherry, said of the band’s performance of Abide with…

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