Oliver Swain in Kelowna

Photo: heartinthehouse.ca

Oliver Swain, a Juno and WCMA nominated Americana and Folk-Noir musician, headlines this Saturday, March 3 at Milkcrate Records, Kelowna, in support of the On Root Project. Swain is joined by musicians Leila Neverland and Sandy McAfee.

The On Root Project was founded by local artist Chelsea Robinson in an effort to draw attention to the clear-cutting of the old growth forest and as a way to raise funds for collaborative stewardship programming.

Robinson will be heading to Haida Gwaii again this year, collaborating with musicians, scientists, and artists to continue raising awareness and taking action.

Oliver Swain resides in Victoria where he frequently takes solo journeys into the rugged BC wilderness to fuel his original take on songwriting and traditional playing and singing styles. “This music was taught to us as much by plants and animals as by ancestors and lovers. Nothing is impossible with this music, nothing is out of reach,” said Swain.

On March 3, 2018 the audience will hear the rest of the On Root Project story and discover the findings of the first and last artists who took part in the program. People will also experience a full concert with feature artist Oliver Swain, all taking place at Milkcrate Records at their new location on Lawrence Ave.

Tickets and more information are available at www.heartinthehouse.ca