The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Maeve Bezaire and Dietluck – June 13

🎶 Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) - $5 | All Ages 🎶
Maeve Bezaire performs at 7:00 pm
Dietluck performs at 8:00 pm

Maeve Bezaire: Maeve Bezaire is an Edmonton-born Métis singer-songwriter and storyteller with over 20 years of performance experience. Her reflective music blends heartache, hope, and humanity, shaped by her life as a neurodivergent philosopher. She offers an intimate and authentic perspective that resonates deeply with audiences.

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Dietluck: We are a small new band from Edmonton who enjoys hanging out and playing music together. Our inspiration for genres comes from the alternative, indie, jangle-pop, and shoegaze scenes. We are working on recording some songs to release soon and hopefully have an album. For this set, we're going to be playing some acoustic versions of our original songs and some covers.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Joe Nolan – June 6

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Known for his scrappy solo shows and arresting stage presence, Nolan’s songs are sometimes fragile and fractured, yet winningly wistful. In the next moment, he'll throw on his weathered newsboy cap and crank out a grit-soaked howl, paying homage to the Delta Blues. For a solo act, Nolan is a mountain, and audiences are his lifeblood. He continues to dazzle fans across North America and Europe, performing around 150 shows a year. His lyrics draw a harrow over the human condition, revealing secrets that only those daring enough to cross into uncharted territory could uncover.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents The Grey Men (With special guests - Opening act) - May 30

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 The Grey Men is a band of three musicians who toured together professionally in the early 1980's, and have been actively playing together over many decades now. The band plays just about every musical style including rock, jazz, blues, and country, but prefers to play in the jazz rock vein. The band is well rehearsed and plays a very tight set of music.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Michael Szabo – May 23

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Mike Szabo, Had a late start to his music career. Truth is, he never saw it coming. In just a few short years Mike has written his own book of songs and has been featured several times on CKUA, CBC and Windspeaker Radio. What he loves most though, is to perform for a live audience. Self taught over decades, Mike spent a lot of time around Alberta Campfires, singing the songs of the some of the world’s best songwriters. While you may well hear those influences in his music, Mike has definitely found his own voice and his songwriting is beginning to be noticed. With words that don’t hold back and with his heart on his sleeve, Mike paints a vivid picture of life and the world around us, transporting you from a seat in the audience, to a special place in your memories and your heart. 2024 brought Mike invitations to play his songs at folk clubs, festivals, civic events, house concerts and no less than four songwriters showcases around Alberta. With a new studio album soon to hit the airwaves, 2025 could be a busy year for this Alberta singer songwriter.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Westmore - May 16

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 Westmore is an Edmonton-based indie folk artist who draws inspiration from artists such as The Lumineers, Josiah and the Bonnevilles. His music is raw & relatable as he captivates audiences with his catchy, heartfelt lyrics. Trying to shine a light in the darkest of places Since his 2023 EP release ‘Untitled #1’ he’s played various different venues. In 2024, he competed in JFMF’s ‘Battle Royale’ and came 1st place, winning a spot at Jasper Folk Fest. He most recently opened for Ndidi O at a nearly sold out show hosted by New Moon Folk Club

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Von Bieker Duo – May 9

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Von Bieker plays bowtie rock to haunt your heart. Retro guitar twang sets a reverb-soaked soundstage for Von Bieker's resonant writing; his voice pushed until it cracks into free-fall falsetto. This is folk-rock dressed in style and substance, revealing influences ranging Bahamas to Jeff Buckley; Radiohead to the Talking Heads; Cockburn to Cohen. Von Bieker's latest four song EP, “Where The Love Comes Easy,” is available wherever fine music is sold or streamed.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Brrrs and the B – May 2

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What’s better than a fiddle? Two fiddles, two guitars and three voices playing songs and tunes, originals and old favourites celebrating 3 seasoned musician’s eclectic musical tastes and fascinations, from Country,Bluegrass and Swing, to Celtic and Canadiana. Come sing along, tap your toes or just groan or giggle at bad jokes. Brrrs and the B have performed individually in and around Edmonton for many years and have recently formed into a trio. With Bonnie, Rod and Al taking turns on guitars, fiddles and vocals these troubadours sing original songs and old favourites, play fiddle tunes new and old and like to have a great time

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Zackery Elliot – April 25

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Zackery Wilson Elliott is a contemporary folk singersongwriter currently based in Edmonton, AB. Though still in the early stages of his career, his melody and lyric writing have noticeably developed and grown in a short time. His writing stesms from introspection and abstract storytelling. He independently released his debut EP Caught Half Alive in March 2021 and has been performing throughout Ontario, Quebec, and now Western Canada, for three years. Zackery just released a remastered version of his 2021 EP with a novel bonus track, a live session, a collaborative song Lighthouse (cowritten with Adina V and Julie Title), and has a brand new 3-song EP, Love Another Day on the way. Zackery consistently performs live as a solo act, playing over 40 shows in 2023 ranging from Toronto, to Montréal and New Jersey. He’s become a new face in the festival and conference circuit, performing at Gussapolooza, showcasing at the Folk Music Ontario conference, and the NERFA Conference. In the spring of 2024 he completed his first tour west of Ontario through Alberta & B.C. with Amanda Penner and Sammy Volkov. Zackery is currently self-producing new music while launching his new folk duo, Halfway Home with Amanda Penner.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Loud In The Pines – April 11

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Loud in the Pines is an Edmonton-based indie-folk duo whose songs will transport you from the wide open prairies to the forests and cliffs they dream about. Musicians Spencer Taubner (vocals, guitar) and Kelin Flanagan (vocals, keys) deliver bittersweet, emotional music with seamless vocal harmonies and layered sounds. With a focus on thoughtful storytelling in cinematic settings, their approach to songwriting is heart-forward (and, often, tree-forward). In June 2023, Loud in the Pines released their first EP, bitter bright, recorded in their home studio. Their first full-length record, supported by the Edmonton Arts Council, is slated for release in May 2025. It explores intimate stories of place, community, and connection in soaring full-band arrangements.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Addison Wall – April 4

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Addison Wall is a retrospective artist who blends the sounds of folk, swing, and blues music of the past. He is equally influenced by Laurel Canyon artists such as Jackson Browne or Randy Newman as he is by swing-era musicians like Django Reinhart and Duke Ellington. As a songwriter, his lyrics span from heartfelt folk tales about facing the world as a young man to jump tunes about escaping ominous woodland creatures. Addison has made his way onto many singer-songwriter lineups at Edmonton arts festivals and has been regularly sharing his songs through the café scene as well. He is currently working on his debut EP titled “Somewhere in Between” which is set to release in the fall of 2025. Outside of his solo act, Addison fronts the swing band “The Sour Keys” and is a member of the shoegaze/folk rock trio called “Magpie Mill.”

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents SCA Jazz Combo – March 28

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The SCA Jazz Combo is a group of students involved in Strathcona Christian Academy Secondary's music program. This year their choir, high school concert band, and high school jazz band are all competing at nationals in Toronto. They've been fundraising all year to make this trip affordable to all the students through bottle drives, concerts, selling Stawnichy's products, and collecting sponsorships and donations. The Jazz Combo is contributing by bringing their music to establishments and events in their community.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Ava Nayana – March 21

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Get ready for an evening of soulful vocals and heartfelt songwriting with Ava Nayana! This 18-year-old pop and R&B artist from St. Albert draws inspiration from Taylor Swift, Stevie Nicks, Adele, and Rihanna, crafting songs that resonate with deep emotion and raw authenticity. Settle in for a captivating performance filled with rich melodies and powerful storytelling at The Carrot!

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents The Night Warblers – March 14

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A limited number of tickets will be available at the door.

Let The Night Warblers sweep you away with haunting harmonies and evocative folk melodies. This prairie-based trio blends intricate vocals and heartfelt storytelling, exploring themes of motherhood, loss, and belonging. With a rich, genre-bending sound, their music lingers like a whisper on the wind. Settle in for an intimate, soul-stirring evening in the cozy atmosphere of The Carrot!

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Braden Gates & WHEELS – March 7

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Experience a night of folk storytelling and raw, heartfelt melodies as Braden Gates & WHEELS take the stage. Braden’s masterful songwriting and foot-stomping fiddle meet WHEELS’ evocative, road-worn sound—blending grit, grace, and the spirit of the open highway. Settle in for an evening of rich harmonies and unforgettable songs at the heart of Alberta Avenue!

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Jackson Moo King

Get ready for a soulful evening as Jackson Moo King takes the stage for Friday Nite Live! Blending rich melodies with heartfelt storytelling, his music captures the spirit of resilience, culture, and celebration. As part of Black History Month, his performance brings powerful stories, deep rhythms, and undeniable energy to the heart of Alberta Avenue. Don’t miss this chance to experience live music that moves, inspires, and connects. 🎶✨

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Enoch Attey

Enoch Attey is a Canadian based musician and producer whose passion for all things musical is apparent the moment you hear him. Born in Ivory Coast, but raised on Ghanaian tradition, he began his musical journey with the likes of Simon & Garfunkel, Mahalia Jackson, and the Beatles. Picking up the guitar at 17, he's played everything from Rock, Jazz, RnB, to Reggae and Gospel. His music can be described as a marriage between Soul and Gospel, where Reggae, RnB, Blues, and Folk are invited to dinner on a regular basis. With a deep soulful feeling, in constant exploration of what it means to be human, light shines through even as you listen.

A special thanks to 5 Artists 1 Love for celebrating Black culture through art and music! 🎨🎶

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents IRE

Celebrate Black History Month with an evening of music and reflection. IRE crafts African, jazz, and gospel-inspired soundscapes, weaving rhythms, harmonies, and lyrics that chronicle his journey with God. His music invites listeners into a space of love, joy, and peace—no matter where they are in life. Don't miss this powerful night of soul-stirring melodies and storytelling.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Kija Lado

Celebrate Black History Month with an unforgettable night of music and storytelling. Kija Lado, a talented musician and multidisciplinary artist with Junubian heritage, shares her journey through soulful melodies and powerful expression. Experience the richness of Black artistry and culture through her unique sound.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Webb Dussome and Friends

I have been organizing a fundraising event at the Carrot for at least a decade (except covid years). I have known Christy for a long time, and always express my admiration for what she has been able to achieve on Alberta Avenue. This is not really a formal gig. It is more like a jam session between my family and friends.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents KWIZERA

Catch the incredible KWIZERA at Friday Nite Live! Listen to songs from her debut album “25 Heart$.”

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Gavin Bradley

Gavin Bradley is an Irish singer-songwriter and author from Belfast, living and working in Edmonton on Treaty 6 Territory. As a singer-songwriter, he has played continually in Edmonton venues and festivals over the past ten years, including The Starlite Room, O'Byrnes, ATB Arts Barn, Found Festival, Taste of Edmonton, and Heart of the City Musical Festival, among many others. His first collection of poetry, Separation Anxiety, was published by the University of Alberta Press in 2022, and became the first North American book to win UNESCO's Bridges of Struga International Poetry Award.

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Sammy Volkov | December 13

With its release in 2022, Be Alright!, was the first album to debut at #1 on Alberta's CKUA Top 30 Chart. His duets album with Dana Wylie "The Day Had To Come" was in CKUA's Top 30 for 16 weeks. The Portland/Edmonton based singer has “...vocals that emanate…an air of melancholy. Roy Orbison, with a dash of Chris Isaak and a pinch of gospel-era Elvis Presley are the knee-jerk comparisons, as Volkov sings like a man out of time.” (The Edmonton Journal). He has shared stages with Mariel Buckley, Boy Golden, Del Barber, Frazey Ford, and recently appeared at the Edmonton and Calgary Folk Music Festivals.

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Artist Chantelle Marie | December 6

Edmonton-based singer-songwriter Chantelle Marie, originally from Yellowknife, captivates audiences with soulful performances tailored to connect deeply with listeners. Her debut album Butterfly Heard, produced by Stew Kirkwood and released in April 2023, earned airplay on CKUA Radio and features a video for her original song "Shadows." This year, Chantelle opened for Juno winner Aysanabee, performed at major festivals, and completed a Citadel Theatre musical theatre course. She’s also been featured on international and local radio programs. Butterfly Heard is streaming everywhere.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Crossing Mackenzie

Don’t miss this! A $10 cover at the door gets you an unforgettable evening of music! Experience the enchanting sounds of Crossing Mackenzie, an Edmonton-based Canadiana folk trio with deep Celtic roots. Their heartfelt songwriting and blazing acoustic melodies create a captivating blend that will leave you inspired.

Head over to The Carrot Coffeehouse to enjoy this intimate performance. Sit back with your favourite beverage and let Crossing Mackenzie take you on a soulful musical journey—where every lyric tells a story and every melody ignites the spirit.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents the Dr Blu

Wow! Only a $10 dollar cover at the door. A chance to hear some of Dr Blu's more melodic numbers in an intimate setting. We will feature Dr Randy Ritz with guitar. So come on down to the Carrot Coffeehouse, sit back and enjoy a tasty serving of musicality and lyrics that are unique and refreshing. Dr Blu: Champions of the narrative song and masters of the melodic grove.

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Songs of War and Peace with Tim Chesterton & Bill Werthmann | November 8

Bill Werthmann is host of the regular Thursday morning ‘Toast and Jam’ music morning at the Carrot, and a regular host at the Saturday night open stage; he is also artistic director of the Northern Lights Folk Club. His music is a blend of well-chosen covers and his own original songs. Tim Chesterton is a traditional folk musician who enjoys playing songs handed down from generation to generation in North America and Britain. He is also a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.

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The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Abraham Lake Singers

From the Bighorn Indian Reserve Treaty 7, Abraham Lake Singers include members of the Chiniki First Nation in Morley Alberta . They are regularly heard at Pow Wows, where their rhythms echo the heartbeat of the land.

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7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Ruth Purves-Smith | October 25

Ruth Purves-Smith, author, and singer-songwriter, has had a remarkable journey in the music world. Born and raised in Calgary, Ruth had a unique upbringing. Her family ran a Custom Wool Mill, which her parents started in the 1970s. The mill, now managed by her sister, spun rich tapestries of creativity much like Ruth’s musical journey. Ruth received her first guitar in fifth grade, a Classical Espana, which accompanied her across the world, around campfires, and on horseback journeys. It has since been restored and remains cherished within her family. Her rural life in Swalwell, Alberta, fueled her passion for songwriting and storytelling. She found a sense of belonging in this tight-knit community. Ruth’s music spans genres, from country to Celtic-infused folk rock. Ruth released her first album in 2010, followed by her second in 2016. Her third album, featuring all original songs, just dropped August 16th, 2024. Ruth’s live performances are captivating. Having toured extensively, she honed her craft while touring North America and Europe. Her compelling lyrics and restless, rhythmic sound resonate with audiences. Ruth Purves Smith’s life has been a symphony of creativity, resilience, and heartfelt melodies.

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Jim & Penny Malmberg | October 18

With roots down to bedrock and branches up to the prairie sky, Jim and Penny are a husband-and-wife duo from Edmonton, Alberta. They raised a family before they got around to writing music together. Songs about love of all kinds are delivered with humour and passion on guitars, mandolin, and their intimate harmony voices. Their latest CD “We’re Here For Love” was released in 2018.

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Cory Danyluk | October 4

For more than two decades Cory Danyluk has continued to build the foundation for his music career. Performing at festivals, halls, pxubs, folk clubs, and theatres throughout Canada and Europe.

Cory Danyluk's music is an earthy hybrid of ragged countrified stylings and groove-driven rhythms, to more intimate, barebones offerings to further embrace the listener. Sonically inviting, lyrically compelling, and instantly identifiable. All naturally blended with his bold, bluesy Harmonica phrasing and rich, expressive vocal style.

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