Out of the woods of Mabou, a little town that beats in the musical heart of western Cape Breton Island, comes the soulful, ever-captivating, folk-rock singer Aaron MacDonald. It’s this small-town lifestyle that breeds much of the inspiration for this grizzled ECMA nominee. Aaron has pounded the East Coast and Canadian music scene for many years, now armoured with new material and a desire to get it to the people, he’s back from the shadows of Route 19.
This indie songwriter is quietly making his mark despite the pandemic. His first single this year, “Gonna Get There” hit #1 on the East Coast with his outlaw country follow-up, “My Soul & Me”, making an East Coast Top 5 splash, Aaron MacDonald has undoubtedly stepped back into the East Coast Music scene. He has been named as one of CBC Music Searchlight’s Top 100 Emerging Artists of 2021.
Call for Volunteers: Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame
Are you passionate about music, community, and Cape Breton’s incredible cultural legacy? Be part of something special and join our volunteer team for the third annual Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame Event, happening from June 17th to 20th, 2025!
This multi-day celebration honours the legends and changemakers of the Cape Breton music industry while also helping to support youth in music across Cape Breton Island. We can’t make this important event happen without amazing volunteers—people like YOU! For more information on how to get involved, click the link below.
Makin' Waves presented by Sydney Credit Union is looking for talented individuals to fill roles with our upcoming season. These individuals will work to deliver exciting events in our community including Makin' Waves, Canada Day, and more.
Join us as we participate in a virtual town hall presented by CIMA Canadian Independent Music Association - CIMA about Canadian Artists Performing in the United States - What You Need to Know.
Shifting enforcement practices, particularly at the border, and the overall political climate coming out of the United States has caused some Canadian artists and their teams to cancel U.S. tours and shift travel plans. Many more are concerned and confused.
Hosted by CIMA’s President & CEO, Andrew Cash this virtual meeting is with guests Lee Clark (Attorney at CoveyLaw), Will Spitz (Attorney at CoveyLaw), and Liana White (Executive Director of the Canadian Federation of Musicians Canadian Federation of Musicians), to help us get a clearer picture of what to expect at the U.S. border and beyond.
Four talented singer-songwriters, one cozy stage 🎶
Join us for a relaxed afternoon of live music with Mae Rivers, Leah Coleman, Alison Lewis, and Liv Taylor - sharing original songs and fresh takes on familiar favourites. Expect a blend of country, alt-folk, and dreamy vibes, perfect for a Saturday wind-down ✨
📅 Saturday, April 19 🕓 4 to 7pm 📍 Island Folk Cider House, Sydney 🎟 No cover
To reserve a table, call the taproom at 902-270-5490 during opening hours or email jill@islandfolkcider.ca ... See MoreSee Less