Danny Michel’s genre-defying music blends elements of rock, pop, folk, world, and classical influences, reflecting his self-described musical A.D.D. Known for thoughtful lyrics and engaging performances, he has built a devoted fan base and earned multiple Juno and Polaris Prize nominations, along with CBC’s Heart of Gold award and wins for the Canadian Folk Music Awards’ Producer of the Year and Oliver Schroder Pushing the Boundaries awards.
His adventurous career has taken him from touring with Belize’s Garifuna Collective to recording aboard a Soviet-era icebreaker in the Arctic with astronaut Chris Hadfield. Albums such as Matadora and Khlebnikov explore themes of human connection, the environment, and the cosmos. Beyond music, Michel is deeply committed to social and environmental causes, founding the DM Ocean Academy Fund and performing at notable events including celebrations for Jane Goodall, David Suzuki, and tours with Stuart McLean’s Vinyl Cafe.
Doors open: 6 PM, show: 7 PM.