Bu Von Blume
Bu Von Blume is funk. Bu Von Blume is disco. Bu Von Blume is cumbia, punk, ska, soul, Balkan. Whatever it takes to get the people moving and grooving, really. Vancouver Island multi-instrumentalist Lou Kinglish (normally an accordion player) teamed up with some of the heaviest hitting funk, brass, jazz and punk virtuosos around to create Bu Von Blume; a band that mixes hilarious theatre antics with downright dangerous bass and horn lines to cook up a real dance fiasco.
Adham Shaikh
Adham Shaikh is a Emmy and Juno Award-nominated music producer, composer, sound designer, and DJ who brings his uniquely powerful global sounds to the world stage and screen, not to mention many a crowded dance floor.
Adham Shaikh | Sonicturtle Music
Tambura Rasa
Tambura Rasa is a buoyant cultural cross-pollination that fuses contemporary grooves and traditional rhythms into one energetic musical brand of their own. Led by producer Ivan Tucakov, the act weaves a tapestry of sound and dance from The Balkans, Spain, Turkey, Middle East and beyond.
Tambura Rasa – Global World Fusion
Saltwater Hank
Saltwater Hank is a Ts’msyen musician from Txałgiiw(aka Hartley Bay) based in Lax Kxeen (Prince Rupert). The melodies are a spoon full of oolichan grease- the perfect dose of musical medicine and sure to leave you wanting more. He connects listeners and the members of his culture by reliving his heritage through the music, he is creating a bridge between the old and the new, allowing present generations to experience the ancient oral traditions of his culture in a vibrant and powerful way. His stories breathe life into forgotten narratives and revive the power of the traditional language to shape a new generation of storytellers. Saltwater Hank is here to keep the art and sound of his culture alive and growing.
Leo De Johnson
“Leo D.E Johnson, (Him/Them), is a Trans masc, non-binary, Black Scotian rock n’ roll force ready to shake the music scene. With electrifying guitar riffs and thunderous rhythms, Johnson’s sound fuses soulful melodies with fierce lyricism, crafting gritty anthems for those exploring identity and belonging.
Their songs pulse with raw energy, inviting listeners to embrace their authentic selves and scream their truths. Known for explosive live performances, Leo captivates audiences with a magnetic presence that brings rock n’ roll to life—unfiltered, unapologetic, and full of heart. Enjoy the reflection!”
Babyface Brass
Ghostly Hounds
Ghostly Hounds is the folk project of Francesca Mirai, singer-songwriter-banjo player based in the Lekwungen territory colonially known as Victoria, BC. Often accompanied by Finn Letourneau on fiddle and vocal harmonies, Ghostly Hounds creates soulful folk and old-time music with a distinct, haunting sound.
Ghostly Hounds – Soulful folk & old-time
Cove
Born on the shores of Quathiaski Cove and refined among the peaks of Vancouver Island, Cove’s unique style gets people dancing. With a powerhouse lineup featuring trombone and tenor sax, Cove plays a driving horn-led funk enriched with a blend of rock, blues, and jazz. Having released their first single, Movin’ On, in 2022, Cove is currently working on releasing their debut album titled Out of Bounds.
Dana Sipos
Dana Sipos coaxes silkworms out of their cocoons and spins them into song. She inhabited the far north before going nomad and her captivatingly nuanced songs are filled with a wild wind and a haunting surrealism. She now resides among the old growth of Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
Clanky Morbla
Hailing from the occupied territories of the Songhees, Esquimalt and WSÁNEĆ nations (Victoria, BC in Canada), Clanna Morna breathes life into their unique take on the Celtic Folk genre. Their sound is rooted in the traditional Irish, Scottish and English music that many love, and features carefully crafted arrangements, rhythmic spirited energy and captivating storytelling. Clanna Morna focuses on telling the stories of those less fortunate throughout history; the rebels, underdogs, women, and queer people whose voices were silenced. Comprised of an ensemble of multi-instrumentalists, their collective musicianship and attention to detail contribute to a unique audience experience featuring both familiar and lesser known folk ballads and tunes.
The Dang Package
The Dang Package unearths rare jewels from the gem store: hard rock, soft rock, ambient rock, psychedelic rock, surf rock, funk rock, country rock, and other varieties of precious stones.
Danny Bell and His Disappointments
Danny Bell and His Disappointments play Northern BC folk/country/punk with infections charm. Based in British Columbia on unceded Lhedli T’enneh territory, Danny’s music is regional. It’s steeped in his affection for his home in the hinterland, a blue collar town, the stink of the pulp mill, and everyday life in Northern BC. Bell’s songs toe the line between tragedy and comedy.
Highland Eyeway
Lucid, psychedelic dreamscapes evoked by Highland Eyeway draw the listener into other-wordly dimensions. Highland Eyeway was conceived in North Vancouver, Canada (traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tseil-Waututh First Peoples) in September 2014. Influenced by mystical forest canyons with pulsing moss-covered trees that hold secrets for its dwellers, the band aims to acknowledge these patterns by reflecting them in sound. Bands like Swervedriver, Soundgarden, Dinosaur Jr., The Brian Jonestown Massacre, and Stereolab, along with experimental themes produced by Boards of Canada helped shape Highland Eyeway’s tone and deliverance.
Aspen King
Aspen King is a music producer/DJ who grew up on Cortes Island, BC. She has been immersed in music for the majority of her life. Coming from a techno & house background, over the years she has acquired an immense taste in electronic music. Aspen studied electronic music production in Vancouver and has applied what she has learned into her productions with her own unique twist.
Shelder the Electric Clamfish
Shelder the Electric Clamfish is a multi-instrumentalist and storyteller residing on the traditional, unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples, specifically the Hul’qumi’num and SENCOTEN speaking peoples. She performs her eclectic-art-folk compositions, drawing inspiration from her travels as a musician and from historical Canadian legends and folk tales. After residing in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Shelder began incorporating traditional East-coast music into her own compositions, blending familiar sounds with a new deep-sea folk-punk energy.
KSAR
KSAR is an ever evolving collective of musicians formed in 2021 in Victoria BC. Accordion and voice is supported by guitars, bass, trumpet, mandolin, drums, and synth. Strong Balkan, middle eastern dance and afrobeat influences are interlaced with contemporary pop, indie rock, and chamber folk styles. The live show is colourful and exuberant, fun, danceable and emotionally charged. Lyrical themes seek to inspire positive change while touching on difficult topics such as the homeless crisis, and the loneliness epidemic… Raising important questions about our current way of life, while participating in a vibrant celebration of it is what KSAR is.
Who is KSAR? (ksartheband.com)
Joanna Finch
“Love of life is life of love”, Joanna wrote in a song when she was seventeen and living in the wilds of Haida Gwaii, British Columbia. A vocal poet whose songs have a lasting effect on her listeners, Vancouver Island’s Joanna Finch engages her audience with scintillating sounds and great song writing. Her curious exploration in a multitude of instruments plus her mastery of vocal sounds and styles take you on an unforgettable journey into her musical world.
Good Enough Dave
He’s alright..
Scout Shorefox
Shorefox, is a folk-rock artist with a sound that’s both rusty and heartfelt. Drawing inspiration from legends like Johnny Cash and Woody Guthrie, Shorefox’s music delves into themes of life on the fringe, death, and rebirth. Their demo album, Some Songs, showcases their raw storytelling and emotive performance. Currently, they are working on funding a new studio album and their latest project, Slander and Scandal.
Kristi Hawkes
Recently reunited with the West coast, from Pender Island hails Kristi Hawkes. She whispers and yells metaphor fueled songs on guitar and banjo. Her haunting vocals will make you feel like velvet that has been roughed up and made smooth again. Melancholy folk through and through.
Cameron Gunn
Cameron Gunn is a prolific and versatile Western Canadian singer/songwriter. Known for playing in a range of styles, through elements of Roots/Folk/Rock/Rhythm and Blues, Gunn has crafted his own unique sound through profound lyrics, powerful vocals, finger-style guitar and soulful harmonica, the spirit that emanates from his original music has won the hearts of a diverse audience.
Bex Bee and the Sweater Weather String Band
Square Dance with Bex & The Bees
Do si do and swing like thunder – Bex & the Bees are back at Quadrapalooza with a rip-roaring string band! Get ready to rock your socks right off, then back on and off again. Never danced before? No partner? No problem! Always beginner-friendly, all the moves will be taught by the caller. Duck for the oyster, dig for the clam, dive for the hole in the old tin can!
www.BexBee.life
Tongue and Groove
Quadra Islands own disco, funk, n groove band!
Zach & Jim
Zach & Jim’s songs wash over you like lapping waves, leaving a mark long after the tide recedes. These harmony-folk storytellers craft tales that resonate with lofting, blended voices and thoughtful, intricate guitar. From love lost to forgotten towns and the quiet victories of everyday life, their songs tap deep roots.
Willow
Coming from the rocky shores of Quadra island, four women joined voices and hearts – and Willow was born. A love for vocal harmonies drives the backbone of our repertoire, complemented by an array of folk instruments. They bring a wide range of genres to their highly engaging performances. From the sounds of Appalachia ringing through to gospel and bluegrass tunes, the Smokey haze of the blues and the harmonic sounds of traditional folk.
Jemma & the Good Thing
Known for her unique voice and heartfelt performances, Jemma Hicken (Jemma & the Good Thing) is a songwriter from Cortes Island, BC. With a pop song forever stuck in her head and a folk song forever stuck in her heart, Jemma crafts catchy and cathartic tunes that have charmed audiences on both sides of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
Jemma & the Good Thing (jemmaandthegoodthing.com)
Sadara
Quadra’s own Sarah Sopracolle and Dave Blinzinger join for a musical collaboration with an eastern / kirtan / other worldly feel. Featuring the shruti box with vocals, soprano sax, flute, percussion and a few surprises along the way.
April Dawn Brass
April Dawn Brass is Swampy Cree from Opaskwayak Cree Nation, she has been makin’ stuff and doin’ stuff in the Comox Valley, BC since September 2005 and now calls it home. April is an interdisciplinary artist, arts administrator, advocate and event producer. She has been honing her various skills in the arts since she was small and believes in leading with the intentions of the future.
April loves to play guitar and sing, it is healing. She also loves to jam the spoons.
DJ Lion
DJ Lion aka Levi is a 10 year old DJ who has been attending music festivals since in the womb. He was raised listening to music like the Funk Hunters & Neon Steve. Levi plays all instruments naturally well, but has recently fell in love with electronic music. He started mixing house music when his moms friend lent him a pioneer controller in November of 2022. Aspen King nannied Levi and his little bro, in that time she shared a bunch of her originals and other various house tracks with him and showed him the ropes.
365 Pro Wrestling
365 Pro Wrestling is a travelling pro wrestling company that puts events on up and down the island almost every week.
365 Pro Wrestling – 365: “All day, everyday.”
Sound Seed Yoga
Sarah Sopracolle, Quadra Island local, intuitive sound healer and owner of Sound Seed Yoga, shares sonic sessions inspired by Nada Yoga (the yoga of sound) and vibrational medicine. These mostly passive practices are conducive to deep relaxation and powerful experiences.
Sarah uses singing bowls, shamanic drumming, her voice and a multitude of sound medicine instruments to assist in journeying, expanding consciousness and connection to all that is.
For more info about Sarah and what Sound Seed Yoga has to offer go to SoundSeedYoga.ca