Saskatchewan born, Ontario raised, now Vancouver based folk-rock singer/songwriter Leah Barley fell in love Bluegrass and Old Time Country when she moved to Canmore, Alberta in her early twenties.  She bought herself a banjo and was writing and performing within two months. 

With over a decade under her belt this self taught vocalist, banjo, and guitar player has released three EPs, performed throughout parts of Canada and the U.S. including  JUNOfest (2018),  CBC Vancouver (2017 and 2016), at the Chilliwack Bluegrass Festival (2017 with the Spillionaires),  Woodstove Festival (2016), and at the Whiskey a Go Go and Hotel Café in L.A (with the Wayward Hearts).

Solo or accompanied by her backing band; outstandingly talented violist John Kastelic (Salt Thief),  multi-instrumentalist Ross Christopher Fairbairn, and ridiculously fierce violinist Emily Heldson,  Leah mixes the softness of Norah Jones, the heartfelt blues of Amy Winehouse, and sassy grit of Janis Joplin.  She brings a raw and dynamic performance that captivates any audience with beautiful tones and a ridiculous range that will make your hair stand on end.
"Feisty and fearless, Leah Barley is one of those performers who really shares her soul on stage. I've seen it time and again how she turns a restless crowd into a rapt audience with her contagious joy and songs of deep vulnerability."
- Kristia Di Gregorio
"Leah Barley has a boldness to her performance that cannot camouflage the emotional sensitivity of her music. She takes heartbreak, and makes you wanna dance to it. Her songs will simultaneously inspire, and melt your heart."
- Marina Lagacé
 "Leah Barley lights up our stage at LanaLou's. Her performances are always warm, inviting & memorable."

Lana - Lana Lou's Rock & Roll Eatery, Vancouver, BC

Next Show:
Saturday, August 18th.
UniTea Cafe, Ashcroft, BC.
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