The Peninsula Roots Revival

Four award-winning singer-songwriters come together for an evening of Bluegrass, Americana, and Western Swing at the Charlie White Theatre. Backed by some of BC’s finest instrumentalists, The Peninsula Roots Revival showcases original songwriting, rich vocal harmonies, and world-class musicianship from Oliver Swain, Jenny Lester, Élise LeBlanc, and Pony Gold.

Featuring individual sets from each ensemble alongside special collaborative performances, this unique concert brings together contemporary and traditional roots music in one of Vancouver Island’s premier listening rooms — an evening of exceptional songs, spontaneous musical interplay, and the spirit of live acoustic performance.

Oliver Swain
Two-time Western Canadian Music Award winner and JUNO nominee Oliver Swain has been a fixture in North American roots music for three decades. His high-lonesome vocals, 150-year-old banjo, and string bass have graced the stages of every major folk festival in Canada, as well as celebrated international events including New Orleans Jazz Fest, Tønder Festival in Denmark, and Byron Bay Bluesfest in Australia.

https://oliverswain.com/

Elise LeBlanc
A poet at heart, Canadian singer-songwriter Élise LeBlanc (she/they) is inspired by the romance of wild things. Deeply influenced by classic country, Appalachian music, and western swing, her songs explore queer desire, betrayal, hope, and nature lore. With a gentle twang and rich, expressive vibrato that nods to classic crooners like Patsy Cline and Peggy Lee, LeBlanc crafts music that feels both timeless and deeply personal.
https://www.eliseleblanc.com/

Pony Gold
Led by Canadian singer-songwriter Theresa Anne Bromley, Pony Gold crafts timeless, tender-hearted songs that resonate deeply. Blending folk roots with an alt-country spirit, her music is marked by personal lyricism, a distinctive vocal style, and a steadfast devotion to honest storytelling.

https://www.ponygoldmusic.com/

Jenny Lester
Jenny Lester is a dynamic Canadian bluegrass performer and recording artist who has established herself as an important singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Her original songs are carefully crafted within the bluegrass tradition while at the same time displaying a contemporary freshness and vitality. Known for her expressive vocals, instrumental prowess, and authentic songwriting, Lester brings both deep respect for the roots of the genre and a distinctive modern sensibility to her music. displaying a contemporary freshness and vitality.
https://jennylester.com/

Tickets on sale Thursday, May 14 at 10:00AM.