“The four part vocals are sensational – each of these Fugitives has the talent, voice and charisma to front their own band” Edmonton Sun

The Fugitives - Straight outa Canada

The Fugitives are an acoustic folk-roots group headed by songwriters Adrian Glynn and Brendan McLeod. They’re joined by banjo player Chris Suen (Viper Central) and violinist Carly Frey (The Coal Porters). Over their first five albums, they’ve amassed a JUNO nomination, numerous CFMA and WCMA nominations, and toured extensively through Canada, Europe, and the UK. Performance highlights include most major Canadian folk festivals, a slot at Glastonbury, and a tour opening for Buffy Sainte-Marie. In 2020, the band created “Ridge”, a WW1-centered theatre show, which was named a Globe & Mail “Top Arts Pick of the Year”, and has toured to over 30 theatres across Canada. The band has earned a reputation for unforgettable live shows, brimming with complex harmonies, infectious storytelling and top-notch musicianship. As the CBC has it: “This show is simply brilliant.”

THE Waiting Room has a special history with The Fugitives, who first performed here 20 years ago…

Supported by Tali Trow

Tali Trow 

After nearly 30 years of playing to audiences from local pubs to The Albert Hall, Tali has toured the world with many artists and outfits including Gemma Hayes, John Murry, Bonnie Dobson and the Coal Porters. His music has been played on BBC radio and television and as a producer, he has received critical acclaim, including a Juno nominated record in Miranda Mulholland’s ‘By Appointment or Chance.’ 

Walking a line between morose singer songwriter and tongue in cheek storyteller, his rare solo live appearances will make you laugh and cry, hopefully in the right places…