WED. JULY 1, 2026
The Works Street Stage
WED. JULY 1, 2026
12:15PM &
1:45PM - Gateway Big Band
3:15PM – Kaylin Kowalyshin
4:45PM – Ann Vriend
6:00PM – Lindsey Walker
7:15PM – The Uncas
8:30PM – Funk the Matriarchy
*Special thank you to our emcee, Michelle Todd.
Gateway Big Band
12:15PM & 1:45PM
Kaylin Kowalyshin
3:15PM
Alberta born and raised, artist Kaylin brings a timeless feminine presence and natural grace to country and folk music with a voice that is smoky, soulful and honeyed.
Fans have described her sound as Norah Jones meets Shania Twain, blending a soulful ease with the slight twang and charm of classic country storytelling.
Since 2023, Kaylin has performed across the prairies and into Eastern Canada on theatre stages, festival lineups, and major live music venues.
She is currently working on new records that showcase more of her roots while stepping more fully into the artist she is becoming.
Lindsey Walker
6:00PM
Lindsey Walker is an award-winning Edmonton-based powerhouse musician best known for her commanding vocal presence and vulnerable charming stage banter. Lindsey’s haunting yet arousing vocals draw on the doom-pop sensibilities of Kimbra; the rocking charisma of Heart; and the meticulous orchestration of St. Vincent. With the award-winning album, “this desolate bliss.” under her belt, Lindsey’s latest release, “Something Real”, is a trio of moody, anthemic tracks that’ll make you want to grab your lover and run full-tilt into the darkness. When she’s not wooing audiences with her live performance, Lindsey is a sound designer and composer with multiple theatre credits to her name, working for many established theatre companies in Alberta. Lindsey’s also a very, very funny lady who entertains audiences as a founding member of the sketch comedy troupe Sketchy Broads and a principal player on the improv soap opera Die-Nasty!
The Uncas
7:15PM
The Uncas have spent 25 years carving out their own corner of the alt-country landscape, with equal parts grit, harmony and controlled chaos.
Built on five distinct voices, instrument-swapping musicianship and a fearless, anything-can-happen live show, the Edmonton-based band moves effortlessly between heartfelt melodies and full-throttle cowpunk energy. One minute it’s tight, musical storytelling steeped in roots tradition; the next, it’s a raucous, genre-bending explosion of emotion.
After years of touring coast-to-coast and building a loyal following, The Uncas return in 2026 with their first new recording in more than a decade – 'Horseshoe Theory: Simple Uncanomics,' which shows their chemistry and creative spark are as strong as ever.
The Uncas don’t just play shows… they make moments, and they aren’t to be missed.
Funk the Matriarchy
8:30PM
Funk the Matriarchy - is a female-fronted band dedicated to amplifying the voices of women in funk, soul, and R&B. With a unique blend of infectious grooves and powerful performances, the band engages audiences while addressing gender inequality in the music industry and beyond. Their setlist features both iconic female anthems and lesser-known tracks from underrepresented artists, honoring the pioneers who shaped these genres while elevating voices that are often overlooked.
Since their debut on International Women’s Day 2024 at the Yardbird Suite, Funk the Matriarchy has electrified audiences at major events, including The Fringe Theatre Festival and Kaleido Family Arts Festival. Through music and storytelling, the band fosters inclusivity, encourages empowerment, and sparks conversation around gender equality—all while delivering a high-energy, unforgettable experience.
Funk the Matriarchy promises to get you movin’, groovin’and funkin’ it to the man!