Folk Archives • Microbrasserie Cardinal

Jesse Creatchman

Microbrasserie Cardinal March 19, 2026 No Comments

Montreal songwriter Jesse Creatchman blends folk, rock, and Americana with vivid storytelling and guitar-driven arrangements. His recent releases—including the EP Quick Wins and singles like “Heat of the Summer Night” and “Fairytale Blues,” recorded…

Libby Ember with Mae Lennon

Microbrasserie Cardinal March 6, 2026 No Comments

Libby Ember is a singer-songwriter from Montreal whose music blends indie pop, indie folk, and dream pop. Characterized by raw emotional honesty and narrative depth, her songwriting explores themes of…

🎶 Ben Paquette & Desmond O’Kane

Microbrasserie Cardinal March 6, 2026 No Comments

Desmond O’Kane and Ben Paquette are two multi-instrumentalists from Montréal, specializing in traditional Irish folk, Canadiana and bluegrass. Their musical backgrounds represent the meeting points of nationalities, cultures and folk…

🎶 Jennifer Dahl

Microbrasserie Cardinal December 5, 2025 No Comments

Jennifer Dahl is a singer-songwriter whose music blends honest lyrics with soulful melodies. With a sound that’s somewhere between indie folk and acoustic soul, her songs reflect the ups and…

Brian Gallagher

Microbrasserie Cardinal December 3, 2025 No Comments

Prolific local singer-songwriter Brian Gallagher returns to play a selection of classic covers and original tunes.

🎶 Ishana

Microbrasserie Cardinal October 13, 2025 No Comments

Montreal-based indie-pop singer, songwriter, and producer Ishana creates music that blends vulnerability, strength, and soulful introspection. Her songs explore themes of self-love, growth, and self-discovery—brought to life through a voice…

🎶 DKD (Dootsie Krisla Duo)

Microbrasserie Cardinal October 10, 2025 No Comments

When Montreal’s West Islanders Lisa LeBlanc and Chris Novak first met in 2014, their shared love for timeless music—from Roy Orbison and The Beatles to The Eagles—sparked an instant connection.…

Rick Murrin (of The Underground Divas)

Microbrasserie Cardinal October 8, 2025 No Comments

Montreal singer-songwriter Rick Murrin, the creative force behind the psych-folk, country-roots group The Underground Divas, takes the stage for an intimate solo performance. Known for his distinctive blend of Canadiana…

🎶 Sandpipers

Microbrasserie Cardinal October 8, 2025 No Comments

Sandpipers is the creative collaboration of Ben Paquette and Ram Ko, blending their diverse musical roots into a sound that’s both fresh and timeless. Ben brings a folk and indie…