Rick Fines: Veteran of the Blues and Folk Circuits
Rick Fines refuses to be pigeonholed. Steeped in roots music, he crafts a unique blend of warm-hearted blues, juke joint […]
Posted onRuth Moody is Mariposa Bound
Ruth Moody is an artist of exceptional depth and grace, whose ethereal vocals, impressive multi-instrumentalism, and insightful song writing evoke […]
Posted onThursday, 19 March 2015 Farrucas Duo Paint an Exotic Musical Portrait
The stirring rhythms, Latin sounds, and intricate instrumentation of Farrucas Duo paint an exotic musical portrait. The group is a […]
Posted onBram Morrison Making His Premier Solo Appearance at Mariposa
Bram Morrison has been part of the Canadian folk music scene since the early 60’s, developing his performance and song-leading […]
Posted onMary Chapin Carpenter – Friday Evening Main Stage Headliner
Fearless creativity has been the common thread woven throughout the career of Mary Chapin Carpenter. Her music gracefully meanders through […]
Posted onThe East Pointers Bringing Traditional Celtic Tunes to Mariposa
The three members of the freshly formed trio, The East Pointers, are accomplished musicians in their own right, each of […]
Posted onZimbabwe’s Black Umfolosi Making a Mariposa Appearance
More than three decades on the music scene, Zimbabwe’s a cappella ambassadors, Black Umfolosi, continue to delight audiences around the […]
Posted onMaster Song Writer Jimmy Web Bringing His Hits To Mariposa
American songwriter, composer, and singer, Jimmy Webb, is recognized worldwide as a master of his trade. Some of his platinum […]
Posted onThe Railsplitters Are Traveling Mariposa’s Way
High energy, bluegrass roots quintet, The Railsplitters, shines with vocal clarity, unclouded song writing, and an exceptional musical range. Calling […]
Posted onAdam Cohen is Our Sunday Evening Main Stage Headliner
Three albums into a career that began with his 1998 self-titled debut, Adam Cohen had decided to call it quits, […]
Posted onTaj Weekes & Adowa Bringing a Reggae Groove to Mariposa
Taj Weekes & Adowa unite social consciousness with a Reggae groove, then blend in elements of acoustic roots-rock and Afro-folk. […]
Posted onReverend Robert Jones, Sr., Heading for Mariposa
Singer, storyteller and multi-instrumentalist, Reverend Robert Jones, Sr., uses folk, blues, spirituals and other American Roots music to champion the […]
Posted onDoug Paisley Making a Mariposa Appearance
Doug Paisley has an outsider’s keen perspective. He taps into the social lifeblood of America, gently and reverently, with songs […]
Posted onEver-Lovin’ Jug Band Romping Through Mariposa
There’s something special about a jug band! It’s like comfort food, tunefulness, history and fun all rolled together into one […]
Posted onLomax Project is Mariposa Bound
Lomax Project is the latest adventure of two-time Juno winning musician, producer, educator and collaborator, Jayme Stone. Focusing on songs […]
Posted onA Joyful, Foot Stomping, Energetic Musical Experience – Gordie MacKeeman & His Rhythm Boys
The exhilarating live show of Gordie MacKeeman & His Rhythm Boys will enthrall you with engaging, sometimes jaw-dropping, stagecraft and […]
Posted onCheryl Wheeler Making a Long-Awaited Mariposa Return
It’s been seven long years since Cheryl Wheeler graced a Mariposa stage, but good things are worth waiting for. You […]
Posted onEric Andersen Booked for Mariposa
Mariposa Folk Festival is proud to begin its announcements of the 2015 artistic line-up with the good news that folk […]
Posted onMariposa Folk Festival Announces Fantastic 2014 Line-Up
The Grande Dame of Canadian folk festivals has announced the full, fantastic line-up for the 54th annual event taking place […]
Posted onRussell deCarle Bringing Country Roots to Mariposa
Lead singer and founding member of platinum-selling Prairie Oyster, Russell deCarle has earned many awards over the course of an […]
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