Six String Nation

Coffee with my friend Blair turned into a deep exploration of the nature of life and legacy. Art is ideas fermented and we're all a bit tipsy on the stuff. Read more on my latest Substack
https://open.substack.com/pub/sixstringnation/p/beyond-the-six-string-nation-67-bliss?r=25om9l&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Mark Canada Day by supporting the ultimate Canadian project! It's my first ever paid-subscriber-only Substack - a deep dive into the mystery of who was actually the first person to play Canada's most storied guitar.

https://open.substack.com/pub/sixstringnation/p/beyond-the-six-string-nation-66-whos?r=25om9l&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Canada turns 159 today and Voyageur turns 20. Happy Canada Day y'all!
We've been proud to have played a role in Canada's biggest celebration on many occasions. I reflect on those experiences and the day itself in my latest Substack:
https://open.substack.com/pub/sixstringnation/p/beyond-the-six-string-nation-65-it?r=25om9l&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Today is my birthday. And it's one I've been waiting for since 1967. See more on my latest Substack.
https://open.substack.com/pub/sixstringnation/p/beyond-the-six-string-nation-64-bracketed?r=25om9l&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

A Small but Mighty show in Toronto is in the books (and on video). It couldn't have happened without the most amazing support. Read more on my latest Substack.
https://open.substack.com/pub/sixstringnation/p/beyond-the-six-string-nation-63-its?r=25om9l&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Our official portrait photographer Doug Nicholson will be working his magic this evening following our show at the SmallWorld Centre in Toronto. That work goes back 20 years and our friendship even further. Read more on my latest Substack.
https://open.substack.com/pub/sixstringnation/p/beyond-the-six-string-nation-62-praise?r=25om9l&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Today's the day!!!
If you are thinking about coming out - hit us up with a message.
We are filming tonight and it would be great to have some friends in the crowd.
Only a few tickets remain for the Small World Music gig this eve.
Playing are:
Eunice Keitan, J.E Lopez, JER, Karla García Silva, and Tarek Ghriri
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Celebrating the 20th anniversary of its national debut, the historic ‘Voyageur’ guitar takes the stage tonight at the Small World Centre (180 Shaw St) for a landmark archive filming!
If you don't have plans tonight, this is the ultimate $75 all-in experience:
The Show: The story of Voyageur by Jowi Taylor + 5 incredible live solo sets spanning blues, flamenco, neo-soul, and roots music.
The Food & Drink: Curated hors d'oeuvres from Newcomer Kitchen + Niagara College wine and beverages included all night.
The Portrait: Step into the studio post-show for an exclusive professional portrait holding Voyageur to join the archive of 15,000 Canadians.
Pack the room with us, support these phenomenal artists, and help us make this taping electric!
🎟️ DOORS AT 7:30 PM | GRAB SEATS HERE:
https://tickets.smallworldmusic.com/e/six-string-nation/tickets

“The song of Canada is constantly being written, telling our stories from coast to coast to coast. This vast and unique land is built on diversity and the coming together of many cultures. It’s what makes The Six String Nation Guitar not only a true Canadian treasure, but a uniquely living artifact and a perfect vehicle to help tell our stories and accompany our songs - built from a collection of artifacts as unique and varied as the country that gave the guitar, Voyageur, birth.”

Steve Kane’s words say it all - and you can add your own lyrics to the song of Canada THIS Friday, May 29 at Small World Music. Experience what it means to be Canadian with fellow music lovers and industry leaders like Steve. Tickets are still available at the link in our bio - act now!