The Rural Alberta Advantage

In the organizer's words:

The Rural Alberta Advantage are one of those bands that captivate you live from the very first note. The folk-rock trio from Toronto - consisting of Nils Edenloff, Amy Cole and Paul Banwatt - combines raw energy with touching melodies and tells stories of longing, loss and the search for belonging.

Since their acclaimed debut "Hometowns" (2009), RAA have built up a steadily growing fan base with passionate concerts and five impressive albums - from small clubs to major festivals such as Coachella, Primavera and Osheaga. Their music is characterized by driving drums, multi-layered arrangements and Edenloff's distinctive voice, which evokes memories of vast landscapes and great emotions.

With songs like "Brother" and "CANDU", they have achieved millions of streams and long-lasting radio success. Their latest album "The Rise & The Fall" (2023) was named one of the best albums of the year by The Independent UK. Most recently, they wowed over 65,000 spectators at the NHL Heritage Classic in Edmonton - their national TV debut.

The Rural Alberta Advantage are authentic, energetic and emotional - and a real discovery live.