We are thrilled to announce the 2023 lineup for three performance areas at TD Uptown Live 2023!
Artist Bios for the EDGAR Main Stage
CAMARO 67
A ten piece afro funk band from Vancouver BC.
Camaro 67 brings together classic Afrobeat influences (Fela Kuti, Tony Allen), and modern Afrofunk / Groove sounds (Antibalas, Budos Band, The Herbaliser) to produce a propulsive, high-energy, made-in-Vancouver heavy funk experience.
A ten piece afro funk band from Vancouver BC.
Camaro 67 brings together classic Afrobeat influences (Fela Kuti, Tony Allen), and modern Afrofunk / Groove sounds (Antibalas, Budos Band, The Herbaliser) to produce a propulsive, high-energy, made-in-Vancouver heavy funk experience.
Ayla Tesler-Mabé
Ayla Tesler-Mabé is a 22-year-old songwriter, producer, educator and musician. Beginning her musical journey on the cello, then bass, and eventually settling on guitar, Ayla skyrocketed to online success when her YouTube cover of "Since I've Been Loving You" by Led Zeppelin blew up when she was 15 years old. Since then, Ayla has performed for thousands of people around the world, touring extensively with her previous band Calpurnia between the ages of 16 and 18 and more recently with her alternative R&B band Ludic with brothers Max & Rhett Cunningham. This year, Ayla is focussing on her solo career with a series of singles throughout the year leading up to her debut EP in November.
Garett T. Willie
Garret T. Willie is an old soul masquerading as an uncommonly wise, weathered, witty and world-weary 23-year-old. He's about to give rock 'n' roll a formidable 21st -century kick in the ass with plenty of wild, heartbreaking, and hilarious stories to share in true rock 'n' roll form.
Garret T. Willie hails from Kingcome Inlet, off the coast of British Columbia. He’s been through some serious shit and lived through a lot more than most of us have at his age. But while Willie’s back story also gives him more right than most to sing the blues – and at heart, Garret T. Willie is a rock ‘n’ roller – he’d rather that not be the whole story.
MNGWA
Canadian 8-piece band MNGWA drifts on the far northern shore of the blooming Latin Alternative music movement.
ALPHA CENTAURI
ALPHA CENTAURI, originally from Zimbabwe, pursued a career in law but soon realized his passion lay in music. Relocating to Canada, he honed his craft and caught the attention of industry professionals. Recording eight songs with a band, he is set to release "I'll Fly" as the first single, with plans for more singles, music videos, and an album in the coming year. ALPHA CENTAURI is gearing up for an extensive tour throughout 2023.
Day of the Dog
From the depths of East Vancouver comes Day Of The Dog, a band consumed with making rock realagain. Fronted by T.C, the band is rounded out by Bryan on guitar, George on guitar, Mack on bass andNick on the drums. The band includes The Four Horsemen and Rose Tattoo among varied influences.DOTD’s first ep, NFG (No Fucking Good), produced by Mac and mixed by Mike Fraser and Karl Dicare,will be available soon on all platforms.
West Coast Slackers
The West Coast Slackers are a Canadian country rock band from Vancouver BC. The band consists of founding members Shawn Meehan (Guitars, Vocals) Chandra Russell (Vocals), Jay Wittur (bass, Vocals), Karl Oysters (keys, Vocals) and Rod Senft (Drums). This country rock powerhouse showcases smooth vocals, electrifying guitar riffs, catchy hooks and west coast vibes. Their collective musical influences (rock, soul, jazz, funk, blues, and country) bring a unique sound and vibe to the Canadian music scene.
