Tue, Jun 30, 7:00 PM

The Vancouver International Jazz Festival Presents: Early Show: Scotty Hills

Guilt & Co. / Gastown / Map

Scotty Hills is originally from the Canadian prairies but has travelled the world gathering stories and sounds for making music that connects to our human nature, deep in the soul. Candid heartbreak lullabies to soulful songs with a message, all with a gentle reverence for world rhythms. His sound is somewhere between the magic he heard on his grandma's Carpenter records, and the Carter Family radio show his grandpa would yodel to. Mix this with the sophisticated arrangements of his mom's Anita Baker tapes, and his deep love for Chicago Blues. All of these influences produce a harmonic density which glues together his honest, poignant lyrics, and soulful voice. www.imscottyhills.com https://www.imscottyhills.com Scotty Hills is originally from the Canadian prairies but has travelled the world gathering stories and sounds for making music that connects to our human... soul,r&b

Louis Armstrong was once asked what his favorite kind of music was, and his response was simple; “Good music”. Petunia & the Vipers’ sound may not sit comfortably in one certain genre, but “Good Music” describes it well. Hank Williams on acid… Tom Waits meets Elvis at Woody Guthrie’s Hobo junction… Avant-Country night club scene music… One of the best bands in the world today, of any kind… hillbilly-flavoured-swing inflected-ragtime-goodtime-thunderously rolling-one-of-a-kind-you-don’t-want-to-miss-this-sort-of-a-show… A new music that springboards off of music of the past and jumps into the present day, left with only echoes of the past… Something in between 1920’s and steam punk. It’s good for your mind… These are just a few of the words uttered by folks around the globe trying to pin down a description of all that is Petunia & the Vipers. www.instagram.com/petuniaandthevipers https://www.instagram.com/petuniaandthevipers Louis Armstrong was once asked what his favorite kind of music was, and his response was simple; “Good music”. Petunia & the Vipers’ sound may not sit... western-swing,rockabilly

Wed, Jul 1, 7:00 PM

The Vancouver International Jazz Festival Presents: Early Show: Mya Lowe

Guilt & Co. / Gastown / Map

Mya Lowe is a captivating pop artist based in Vancouver BC who derives her lyrical storytelling through clever lyricism and tales of heartache. From her light and airy vocals to her soulful belts, Mya cultivates an emotional and powerful indie pop sonic experience. www.instagram.com/mya.lowe https://www.instagram.com/mya.lowe Mya Lowe is a captivating pop artist based in Vancouver BC who derives her lyrical storytelling through clever lyricism and tales of heartache. From her light... pop,indie

Keyboardist and composer/songwriter JD Rich (Jared Richardson) delivers a supercharged evening of melodic originals, reimagined pop covers, and memorable themes from movies & video games, tied together with a groovy funk/fusion sound. Featuring Colin Sankey on bass and Trent Otter on drums. Jared is from Victoria, BC, and currently based in Vancouver. He is a graduate of Berklee College of Music (2016), where he majored in Electronic Production & Design. He has written and produced music across many genres, including pop, jazz, film scores, and orchestral compositions performed by the Victoria Symphony, Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, and Toronto Symphony Orchestra. www.instagram.com/jdrichmusic https://www.instagram.com/jdrichmusic Keyboardist and composer/songwriter JD Rich (Jared Richardson) delivers a supercharged evening of melodic originals, reimagined pop covers, and memorable... jazz,fusion

Sarah Stark is a pop/soul singer-songwriter based in Vancouver whose voice stops people mid-sentence. A powerhouse with a soft underbelly, she pairs rich, emotive vocals with songs that feel both confessional and quietly defiant. Her lyrics are heartbreakingly candid, her melodies linger long after the last note, and her performances balance vulnerability with an unmistakable sense of confidence. www.instagram.com/sarahstarkmusic/ https://www.instagram.com/sarahstarkmusic/ Sarah Stark is a pop/soul singer-songwriter based in Vancouver whose voice stops people mid-sentence. A powerhouse with a soft underbelly, she pairs rich,... pop,soul

Born and raised in Vancouver, Tiffany Rivera discovered her love for music at the age of 6. This early passion blossomed into a multifaceted career as a musician, singer, and performer, with a particular affinity for RnB, Soul, Disco, and Pop music. Influenced by powerhouse singers like Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey, and Beyoncé, Tiffany's musical journey has taken her to various stages, including the Khatsahlano Music Festival, FIFA Women's World Cup Official Draw, Variety of Hearts Telethon, Harmony Arts Festival and the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games, just to name a few. All net proceeds from the door will be donated in support of the Downtown Eastside Women's Centre. www.tiffanyrivera.ca https://www.tiffanyrivera.ca Born and raised in Vancouver, Tiffany Rivera discovered her love for music at the age of 6. This early passion blossomed into a multifaceted career as a... soul,r&b

Vancouver-based singer/songwriter Leah Barley offers stirring original songs that evoke both the jubilation and heartbreak inherent to classic folk and country music. An accomplished banjo player as well as guitarist, Barley creates a sound as affecting today as it was a century ago. www.leahbarleymusic.com https://www.leahbarleymusic.com Vancouver-based singer/songwriter Leah Barley offers stirring original songs that evoke both the jubilation and heartbreak inherent to classic folk and... folk,roots

Ezra Kwizera’s music carries the spark of life of someone who has seen and survived hardship, war, poverty, and growing up as a Rwandan refugee in Uganda. Yet from seemingly insurmountable challenges, Ezra has risen up to become one of the most notable artists and music producers in Africa and internationally. In recent years, Ezra has travelled around the world and performed in front of thousands of people in places such as Africa, UK and US. Now based in Vancouver BC, Canada he has brought with him his energetic yet soulful melodies along with his signature unique mix of genres and cultures. Having a richly multi-ethnic performance style, Ezra fluidly sings and raps in English, Kinyarwanda, Luganda, Zulu and Swahili, while infusing flavors of Reggae, Soca, East African Bongo, and Pop. Hearing Ezra sing, you know that he is sharing with you his story, and making you want to dance to celebrate life at the same time. www.instagram.com/ezrakwizera_music https://www.instagram.com/ezrakwizera_music Ezra Kwizera’s music carries the spark of life of someone who has seen and survived hardship, war, poverty, and growing up as a Rwandan refugee in Uganda.... bongo,soca