The Bow Valley Music Club presents Del Barber with Matt Patershuk opening

Del Barber

Del Barber is a Canadian independent folk, folk rock, Americana, and alternative country singer-songwriter, musician, and record producer. With nominations for JUNO Awards, Western Canadian Music Awards, and Canadian Folk Music Awards,  Barber has shaped the folk music canon in Canada with five critically acclaimed studio albums under his belt, as well as a myriad of fans.  His new album 'Easy Keeper’ (acronym Records), recorded in a cabin during the pandemic, has received critical acclaim from Rolling Stone Magazine and The Bluegrass Situation.

     “Del Barber…(is)an artist who is able to marry tradition and modern interpretations of country in a way that honours his musical lineage, lacks cliché, and           entertains, amuses and moves the listener.” Sunburnt Country Music, Australia

Matt Patershuk

Matt is a singer and songwriter first. He values simplicity, but also loves to incorporate the small details that bring a story to life, and make it relatable. Though his songs aren’t devoid of metaphor, you’ll not be left guessing about what the song is about when you’re done listening.

Matt lives near the hamlet of La Glace, Alberta, with his wife, 2 daughters, several dogs, cats horses and sheep. He is always willing to give things a good try, and never lets a lack of experience or formal training get in his way. Matt applies the same ethic to his self-taught song writing and music as he does to fixing a furnace, installing a stock water-er, building a jewelry box, or taking a picture. He loves words as much as he does music.

     “Somewhere out past where the highway ends, far from the creative meccas of Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver, one of Canada’s best-kept musical secrets has been perfecting his craft.” Black Hen Music