Following Folk

Episode 01

Allison Russell & Allison de Groot

Mar 7, 2023 · 16 min

Montreal’s Allison Russell is a pillar of Americana music. She joins forces with another Canadian expat, Winnipeg’s Allison de Groot, in Nashville for a very special impromptu banjo duet. Montreal’s Allison Russell is a pillar of Americana music. She joins forces with another Canadian expat, Winnipeg’s Allison de Groot, in Nashville for a very special impromptu banjo duet.

Episode 02

Beatrice Deer

Mar 7, 2023 · 13 min

Inuktitut legends and throat singing meet guitars and synths as Beatrice Deer creates her own sound known as “Inuindie." Through traditions and live performance, Deer manifests her profound strength.

Episode 03

Sister Ray

Mar 7, 2023 · 12 min

Ella Coyes’ raw, unflinching songwriting, was born out of a childhood enriched by Métis music. With their project Sister Ray, Coyes shares their secrets through song at a legendary Toronto folk club.

Episode 04

The East Pointers

Mar 7, 2023 · 19 min

After the sudden death of band member Koady, The East Pointers reevaluate their drive. Finding comfort in music, this pop/folk group layers tracks recorded before Koady passed into a posthumous album.