Following Folk

2023-03-07 Documentary Exempt

Following Folk takes us on a journey to discover the artists who are redefining folk music today. Featuring in-depth interviews and intimate performances, this series is a treat for all music lovers.

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Following Folk takes us on a journey to discover the artists who are redefining folk music today. Featuring in-depth interviews and intimate performances, this series is a treat for all music lovers.

First Aired

2023-03-07
Last Aired

2023-03-07
Creator
Genre

Documentary, Talk
Seasons

1
Episodes

4
Status

Returning Series
Language

English
Network

CBC Gem

Keywords:

canada folk music americana music

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Season 1

1. Allison Russell & Allison de Groot

Montreal’s Allison Russell is a pillar of Americana music. She joins forces with another Canadian expa...More

Montreal’s Allison Russell is a pillar of Americana music. She joins forces with another Canadian expat, Winnipeg’s Allison de Groot, in Nashville for a very special impromptu banjo duet. Montreal’s Allison Russell is a pillar of Americana music. She joins forces with another Canadian expat, Winnipeg’s Allison de Groot, in Nashville for a very special impromptu banjo duet.Less

16mins 2023-03-07

2. Beatrice Deer

Inuktitut legends and throat singing meet guitars and synths as Beatrice Deer creates her own sound kn...More

Inuktitut legends and throat singing meet guitars and synths as Beatrice Deer creates her own sound known as “Inuindie." Through traditions and live performance, Deer manifests her profound strength.Less

13mins 2023-03-07

3. Sister Ray

Ella Coyes’ raw, unflinching songwriting, was born out of a childhood enriched by Métis music. With th...More

Ella Coyes’ raw, unflinching songwriting, was born out of a childhood enriched by Métis music. With their project Sister Ray, Coyes shares their secrets through song at a legendary Toronto folk club.Less

12mins 2023-03-07

4. The East Pointers

After the sudden death of band member Koady, The East Pointers reevaluate their drive. Finding comfort...More

After the sudden death of band member Koady, The East Pointers reevaluate their drive. Finding comfort in music, this pop/folk group layers tracks recorded before Koady passed into a posthumous album.Less