The Root Cellar

11/01/2024

ONE WEEK to go - get your tickets now! Tragedy Ann with Hillary Watson live at The Root Cellar 👏

FRI NOV 8: It's happening!! We first met Liv and Braden of Guelph-based folk duo Tragedy Ann back in early 2019 when they played our Midwinter Music Series curated by our pal, Hillary Watson. How excited are we to have them back again, supported by Hillary herself?! Don't miss this one, friends - it's going to be a special evening 🌙

Friday November 8th
Doors at 7pm | Music at 7.30pm.
Venue @ 623 Dundas Street, upstairs
Generously supported by the Old East Village BIA's Special Event Grant.
Tickets at the link below!

is a forward-looking folk duo.
Braiding organic vocal harmonies with organ, accordion, singing saw, and guitars, Tragedy Ann’s arrangements are as delicate as they are driving. Their concerts emanate “…the honesty and enthusiasm of people who can’t help but create and perform.” (Jon Farmer, Georgian Bay Roots).

With their latest album "Heirlooms" (May 2022), Liv Cazzola and Braden Phelan issue a call for deeper connection with each other and with the natural world. The answer to this call is reflected both in the collaborative creation process and the meaningful ways in which "Heirlooms" is being shared. Setting these intentions rooted them and provided the insight needed to nourish the project and create something lasting.

Tragedy Ann has performed in Europe, the United States, and across Canada at such venues as the National Arts Centre, Celtic Connections, Haliburton Folk Society, Egersund Visefestival, Blue Skies Music Festival, Clonakilty International Guitar Festival, Summerfolk Music and Crafts Festival, and Hillside Festival.
Hillary Watson is a singer-songwriter and multi-disciplinary creative.
She is a classically trained musician and a member of the London-based 3-part harmony folk group, The Pairs. Influenced by a wide array of music throughout her life, from folk to rock to musical theatre, Hillary's music is a blur of genres. Percussive and thought-provoking, her words of honest human experience are relatable.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tragedy-ann-and-hillary-watson-the-root-cellar-tickets-1044201493777?fbclid=IwY2xjawGSD6dleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHWm4pNFdt3XAAUKJYkupgkjaB_DTzQO1DLObyqL80P7s6F_KbQe1yA5x6g_aem_k4UfYZ_rPbEEhzinD4DlhA

10/29/2024

Next Friday!

10/22/2024

🍂FALL FOLK FRIDAYS: a cozy concert series @ The Root Cellar!🌙
Cozy up with us this November for Fall Folk Fridays - a mini concert series with some of our favourite Ontario musicians. If you've caught a show in our upstairs space before, you know you're in for good music & good company in the Old East Village!

🌙 Friday Nov 8 - Tragedy Ann with Hillary Watson ($25)
🌙 Friday Nov 22 - Rory Taillon ($10 advance, $15 at the door)
🌙 Friday Nov 29 - Zachary Lucky ($20)

Bring a friend, bring your date, bring your kid, bring your neighbour! Come to one show or all three :)
Tickets for each show available via our website ✌️
https://the-root-cellar.square.site/

10/17/2024

FRI NOV 22: Catch Ottawa-based alternative folk singer-songwriter live at The Root Cellar! Taillon is known for conjuring an atmosphere of raw emotion as he takes the audience on a journey through the highest highs and lowest lows. Expect an evening of haunted lyrics and breathtaking vocals in The Root Cellar's beautiful second-floor listening room.

Friday Nov 22
Doors at 7pm | Music at 7.30pm.
Venue @ 623 Dundas Street, upstairs.
Generously supported by the Old East Village BIA's Special Event Grant.

Tickets at the link below.

Part of our FALL FOLK FRIDAYS: a cozy concert series. Check out our other concerts on Friday Nov 8 (Tragedy Ann & Hillary Watson) & Friday Nov 29 (Zachary Lucky) ;)

"Alternative indie folk singer Rory Taillon has a voice that needs to be heard. Since 2012, Rory has released three albums and two EPs with his fourth full-length album, Now It’s Quiet, out August 20th.

Trained as a classical singer from a young age, his years of study are evident in the power and control that he has over his voice. He uses his warm guitar tone, haunting lyrics, dynamic voice, layers of looping, and the thumping of his kick drum to take the audience on a journey through his set from exhilarating highs to emotional lows.

'Wish You Would Stay' is the second single from his [newest] LP. Not one to shy away from difficult subjects, his music confronts loss, grief, and the struggles of mental health issues."

- Jenna Melanson, Canadian Beats

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rory-taillon-the-root-cellar-tickets-948006712597?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/17/2024

FRI NOV 8: It's happening!! We first met Liv and Braden of Guelph-based folk duo Tragedy Ann back in early 2019 when they played our Midwinter Music Series curated by our pal, Hillary Watson. How excited are we to have them back again, supported by Hillary herself?! Don't miss this one, friends - it's going to be a special evening 🌙

Friday November 8th
Doors at 7pm | Music at 7.30pm.
Venue @ 623 Dundas Street, upstairs
Generously supported by the Old East Village BIA's Special Event Grant.

Tickets at the link below!

Tragedy Ann is a forward-looking folk duo.

Braiding organic vocal harmonies with organ, accordion, singing saw, and guitars, Tragedy Ann’s arrangements are as delicate as they are driving. Their concerts emanate “…the honesty and enthusiasm of people who can’t help but create and perform.” (Jon Farmer, Georgian Bay Roots).

With their latest album "Heirlooms" (May 2022), Liv Cazzola and Braden Phelan issue a call for deeper connection with each other and with the natural world. The answer to this call is reflected both in the collaborative creation process and the meaningful ways in which "Heirlooms" is being shared. Setting these intentions rooted them and provided the insight needed to nourish the project and create something lasting.

Tragedy Ann has performed in Europe, the United States, and across Canada at such venues as the National Arts Centre, Celtic Connections, Haliburton Folk Society, Egersund Visefestival, Blue Skies Music Festival, Clonakilty International Guitar Festival, Summerfolk Music and Crafts Festival, and Hillside Festival.

Hillary Watson is a singer-songwriter and multi-disciplinary creative.

She is a classically trained musician and a member of the London-based 3-part harmony folk group, The Pairs. Influenced by a wide array of music throughout her life, from folk to rock to musical theatre, Hillary's music is a blur of genres. Percussive and thought-provoking, her words of honest human experience are relatable.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tragedy-ann-and-hillary-watson-the-root-cellar-tickets-1044201493777

10/09/2024

🌙Friends, please join us for an evening with Zachary Lucky on Nov 29! Tickets at the link in bio.

Canadian roots troubadour returns to London with his sixth full length recording "The Wind" for an intimate show at The Root Cellar.

"Zachary Lucky is unapologetically old-school country, armed with a husky, baritone voice. The Grandson of Canadian Country Music pioneer Smilin' Johnnie Lucky, he often receives comparisons to songwriters such as Gordon Lightfoot and Kris Kristofferson. He sings of Canadian places and people as knowingly as he might Townes Van Zandt or the Rio Grande. It's a relatable show on many levels, and conjures universal feelings that have passed through our collective timelines. Already hailed as a master storyteller by outlets ranging from No Depression to The Globe and Mail, Zachary is becoming a legend in his own right and has safely reserved his spot at the table of Canadian roots royalty."

Tickets: https://sidedooraccess.com/shows/p3UEd0579XdVA24RE4iM

09/27/2024

Ten years of Patricks Beans!

09/23/2024

Tuesday Sept 24: Covenhoven, live upstairs @ The Root Cellar!
Join us for an intimate show with internationally recognized indie artist Covenhoven, live upstairs at The Root Cellar. This is going to be a special one, friends. Who's up for a Tuesday evening hangout in the ?

is Joel Van Horne, a multi-instrumental singer-songwriter whose rich harmonies, reedy baritone and commanding falsetto have found a home with critics and fans since 2013. Through 4 full-length albums and 2 EPs Covenhoven has forged a signature style; layered acoustic arrangements that roll with momentum into orchestral peaks, accompanied by lyrics that contrast hard-won wisdom with the inherent hope of the natural world—from Big Sur to his native Colorado.
Covenhoven’s latest album, IV (released in October 2021), is his most collaborative and rock-forward to date—taking a producing partner in Ben Wysocki of the Fray, who also performs on the album. IV features over a dozen musicians including Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Gregory Alan Isakov, Luke Mossman of Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats, and Bluebook’s Julie Davis.

🌜Tuesday September 24
🌜Doors at 7pm | Music at 7.30pm
🌜Organic beer, local wine, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available for purchase.
🌜Venue @ 623 Dundas Street, upstairs (enter the venue through the purple door just east of Dough EV Bakery). Please note The Root Cellar is a second-floor venue with a staircase.
🌜Tickets at https://tinyurl.com/pb7knnvw

09/16/2024

This Saturday!!

09/10/2024

Are you fans of Piper & Carson yet? If not, join us on Sept 21 and get ready to meet your new favourite duo!!👋 With Noelle Frances joining the bill, this is not a show to miss. Support local folk and grab your tickets today ✌️

Piper & Carson Live at The Root Cellar with Noelle Frances
✨Saturday September 21
✨Doors at 7pm | Music at 7.30pm
✨Organic beer, local wine, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available for purchase.
✨Venue @ 623 Dundas Street, upstairs (enter the venue through the purple door just east of Dough EV Bakery). Please note The Root Cellar is a second-floor venue with a staircase.
✨Sliding scale tickets - pay what you choose ($15, $20, $25)
Tickets at https://tinyurl.com/mtdc4aue

ABOUT PIPER & CARSON: From festival stages to intimate house concerts, Piper & Carson remind us of why we go to see live music. Their songwriting is free and fiercely personal; as if it’s been running in the woods, washing in cold water, and howling with wolves. The couple's undeniable chemistry and onstage presence draw the audience into the conversation. Piper’s immersive storytelling provides context and familiarity bringing their original music to life. After first meeting on Carson’s father’s organic vegetable farm, they’ve spent the last five years touring Turtle Island coast-to-coast, showcasing at international Folk Conferences, touring overseas to the Netherlands and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

October 23, 2020 marked the official release of “a wonderful new recording "Edgewalker's Remedy" - a concept album specifically designed to provoke reflection about our lives and what we all take for granted.” - Jan Hall, Folk Roots Radio, which comes after their critically acclaimed 2017 release ‘Piper & Carson’. Their work is deeply rooted in intention and both strive to use their platform to forward social change.

This duo will make you believe that folk music can change the world.

This event is generously supported by the Old East Village BIA's Special Event Grant

09/05/2024

Tuesday Sept 24: Covenhoven, live upstairs @ The Root Cellar!

Join us for an intimate show with internationally recognized indie artist Covenhoven, live upstairs at The Root Cellar. This is going to be a special one, friends. Who's up for a Tuesday evening hangout in the ?

is Joel Van Horne, a multi-instrumental singer-songwriter whose rich harmonies, reedy baritone and commanding falsetto have found a home with critics and fans since 2013.

Through 4 full-length albums and 2 EPs Covenhoven has forged a signature style; layered acoustic arrangements that roll with momentum into orchestral peaks, accompanied by lyrics that contrast hard-won wisdom with the inherent hope of the natural world—from Big Sur to his native Colorado.

Covenhoven’s latest album, IV (released in October 2021), is his most collaborative and rock-forward to date—taking a producing partner in Ben Wysocki of the Fray, who also performs on the album. IV features over a dozen musicians including Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Gregory Alan Isakov, Luke Mossman of Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats, and Bluebook’s Julie Davis.

🌜Tuesday September 24
🌜Doors at 7pm | Music at 7.30pm
🌜Organic beer, local wine, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available for purchase.
🌜Venue @ 623 Dundas Street, upstairs (enter the venue through the purple door just east of Dough EV Bakery). Please note The Root Cellar is a second-floor venue with a staircase.
🌜Tickets at https://tinyurl.com/pb7knnvw

09/04/2024

Saturday Sept 21: Piper & Carson with Noelle Frances, live upstairs @ The Root Cellar!

Join us for a special performance by the talented duo (Hamilton ON), along with the soulful sounds of the wonderful (London ON).

This event is generously supported by the
Special Event Grant

09/03/2024

Hey live music lovers, stay tuned - our Fall 2024 show schedule is coming at you SOON! Get excited for cozy evenings, dreamy music and great company in the Old East Village ✌🌜🍂
Gorgeous painting by Pamela Scharback

07/08/2024

THANK YOU to and and their crew for lighting up The Root Cellar yesterday afternoon 🌻🎶

And thank you to the for supporting special events like this in the neighbourhood!

Want to catch another show in our space? Mark your calendars for July 27th!

07/05/2024

✨Paula Sofía, opening for Lapelúda this Sunday afternoon✨

07/05/2024

We're so excited for this show - maybe the most perfect plan for your Sunday afternoon?

Thanks to Old East Village BIA for supporting 🙌
Lapelúda

06/27/2024

🌜Variety East Coffee House is TONIGHT! Only $5 to join us for an evening of local talent and good company. Tickets at our link in bio, doors at 7.30. See ya soon!

Supported by the Special Event Grant 💕

06/26/2024

Tomorrow! $5! See ya there 🙌

06/25/2024

This is a special show, friends - grab your tickets today! Lapelúda and Paula Sofía Live @ The Root Cellar✨🌻

Sunday July 7th | Doors at 2.30pm | Music at 3pm

Join us for an intimate afternoon of musical exploration with two extraordinary acts, Lapelúda and Paula Sofía.

Hailing from Tiohtià:ke (Montréal), Lapelúda invites you on a sonic journey through their rich blend of Indie-Folk and world music. Embracing their Colombian and Québecois heritage, Lapelúda's debut album "Caídas" seamlessly fuses warm instrumental arrangements with soft rhythms inspired by vallenato and bolero. Nominated for Album of the Year at the Latin Awards Canada, Lapelúda's music captivates with its depth and authenticity.

From Toronto comes the enchanting Paula Sofía, a Guatemalan singer-songwriter whose performances are nothing short of magical. With a repertoire primarily in Spanish, Paula effortlessly transcends language barriers with her whimsical songwriting and vibrant storytelling. Each of Paula's performances is a unique tapestry of connection, weaving together everyday themes with simplicity and charm.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the soul-stirring sounds of Lapelúda and the enchanting melodies of Paula Sofía in an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling.

This event is supported by the East Village BIA Special Event Grant ✌

TICKETS at our link in bio or at https://lepointdevente.com/billets/3ug240707001?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3725jeljMDDUFIEH-AqJxQaKhAfgXw_1uhzKoqbAjrfCdlvAtpT8t9mh0_aem_YyppYgRr3WHqytrgp5eK8Q

06/23/2024

We ❤️ Variety East Coffee House! Join us for the summer edition this coming Thursday June 27th. Just check out this sweet line up of creative Londoners - don't miss out!

Show curated by Marty Kolls and supported by the Old East Village BIA ✌🌻

Thursday June 27th
The Root Cellar - 623 Dundas Street, upstairs
Doors at 7.30pm, coffee house starts at 8pm
Tickets at the link below.

Featuring Rhymes From The Deep Taylor Holden Matt Butler, Marianne Griffith, Emma Madeline, Dau Brazil and more!

TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/variety-east-june-27th-tickets-927624769657?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0GSE8O2btqEWnN1QZ5O-OSTeaIQK_Q7OBKY_-3Px_YsVnNBk58npJ8AXo_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw

06/19/2024

Variety East is back!
Thursday June 27th 🙌

Variety East returns to The Root Cellar next Thursday night!! For only $5, enjoy an evening of music, poetry, scenes, and spoken word from local talent 👀✨

Gather some friends and enjoy a brew at this coffeehouse-inspired event. Tickets available now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/variety-east-june-27th-tickets-927624769657?aff=oddtdtcreator ‎🧡

🗓️ June 27 at 8pm
📍 623 Dundas St
🎟️ $5 tickets

This event is supported by the Old East Village BIA’s Special Event Grant ❤️

06/12/2024

✨JULY 7th MATINEE SHOW: Friends, get your tickets now for this incredibly special show! We are so excited to bring you this intimate afternoon of musical exploration with two extraordinary acts, Lapelúda and Paula Sofía.

Sunday July 7th, doors at 2pm
623 Dundas Street (upstairs at The Root Cellar)

Hailing from Tiohtià:ke (Montréal), Lapelúda invites you on a sonic journey through their rich blend of Indie-Folk and world music. Embracing their Colombian and Québecois heritage, Lapelúda's debut album "Caídas" seamlessly fuses warm instrumental arrangements with soft rhythms inspired by vallenato and bolero. Nominated for Album of the Year at the Latin Awards Canada, Lapelúda's music captivates with its depth and authenticity.

From Toronto comes the enchanting Paula Sofía, a Guatemalan singer-songwriter whose performances are nothing short of magical. With a repertoire primarily in Spanish, Paula effortlessly transcends language barriers with her whimsical songwriting and vibrant storytelling. Each of Paula's performances is a unique tapestry of connection, weaving together everyday themes with simplicity and charm.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the soul-stirring sounds of Lapelúda and the enchanting melodies of Paula Sofía in an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling.

This event is supported through the Old East Village BIA's Special Events Grant 🥰

TICKETS: https://lepointdevente.com/billets/3ug240707001?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2Lv4OIg_Dx4Urv4HFmv5Ozo8NVwU4CAbJao_1QX3y2_Wk_Z6NbixKH4NI_aem_Adm6uqIvjOvIWqbquIibuMbIcTgfoyxPUVtHlIdkAthg67Y-mVSqxLUD8ZnZTsGTDTDEdcFWAf_aP1Pts3VnAXFd

06/11/2024

Join us for another evening of local music on June 20, brought to you by the fine folks at Van Griff Productions! 🎶

DINNER + A SHOW DEAL!! Van Griff Productions has partnered with Bella's Acacia Catering to offer a special deal. For only $25, you can get your concert ticket PLUS a delicious dumpling dinner first. Enjoy handmade Korean cuisine then head right across the street for the show 🥟

Here's the lineup ...
🎤 Jim MacDonald w Somebody’s Somebody: a London-based band blending rock, alt-country, and soulful charm
🎤 Seth Meeker: inspired by old-time jazz, country, blues, and rock of all ages
🎤 Danny Mac: rooted in folk and drawing influence from country and rock
🗓️ Thurs, June 20 at 7pm
📍 The Root Cellar (623 Dundas St)
🎟️ $10… or get the $25 dinner & a show deal!

Forest City Records will be on-site once again, recording for an upcoming live compilation album!

Get your tickets now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/jim-macdonald-w-somebodys-somebody-seth-meeker-danny-mac-tickets-914520394117?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2TP_1SyFcHaBaRw1Wtv8z25aDBg2U16QWVl8_iXk7FQCAxK_Vc7OC3XoE_aem_AY1x3xlTFUmjcPS1zuZXgP-x_h3S-slhArfFDp8W633sy-hMjyErKX7ERL78LnvjhIiEVJRqUTrumwb-QQcjl6FV ✨

This event is supported by the Old East Village BIA’s Special Event Grant ❤️

London Music Office

05/09/2024

TOMORROWWWW!
Jordan MacDonald and Renée Coughlin are taking the stage upstairs @ The Root Cellar. Tickets are almost gone so get 'em now!
Thanks to the for supporting the show, and to Van Griff Productions for organizing 😎

Friday, May 10th, 2024 @ 623 Dundas (upstairs - entrance is one door east of Dough EV)
Doors @ 6:30pm | Show @ 7pm
Suggested ticket price - $15 - $25

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/jordan-macdonald-and-renee-coughlin-live-show-the-root-cellar-tickets-887792951617

10/20/2023

Join us for an evening of live local music at The Root Cellar - Saturday, November 25th! Come on upstairs for an intimate show with Carly Thomas and Sarah MacDougall. Details and tickets at the link below.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/carly-thomas-and-sarah-macdougall-live-the-root-cellar-tickets-741527979147?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwAR1pYH_EvfnUMkTtBC07pc117oOYJbyjogXsukkgR6YmLyDZ8_WqYAD-mh8

Carly Thomas and Sarah MacDougall in our intimate live venue for a listening room experience in the heart of Old East Village, London ON.