Old soul, baritone, beatnik-folk singer-songwriter from Regina SK, Keiffer Mclean is set for his first Canadian west coast tour. He will be accompanied by bassist Danny Jones (Regina Jazz Orchestra, Regina Symphony Orchestra, and Tim Vaughn) and is electrified to be traveling through the mountains in June. The duo look forward to performing at Velvet Olive on Wednesday June 24 – 8PM. No Cover.
Keiffer had a very successful 2014 with the release of his debut full-length album Drama in the Attic (March 18, 2014). The album is a strikingly lush and original listen that received recognition from the 2014 Canadian Folk Music Awards garnering him a nomination in “Young Performer of the Year” category, as well as strong praise from international media:
Kayla Beattie of BeatRoute raved, “This album would be the perfect soundtrack to a lazy day, while you soak up the sun on the bow of a boat that’s rocking back and forth on calm waters, sipping spiked lemonade and wishing the summer (and the album) would never end.”
Thomas Keller from folkworld.eu said, “He has that easy-going thoughtful hippie voice who likes his beat jazz as much as his folk…This is an accomplished album and should bring a smile to your face as you dig into these fine songs.”
Mackenzie Herd for Exclaim.ca said, “The composition of the album is steeped in tone and riff experimentation made impressive by his ability to craft a fascinating song without distancing the listener.”
Another major highlight from last year includes a performance at Musikfest in Bethlehem, PA along with six more tour dates in the USA. Amy Freedman of wtop.com caught their show in Washington and said, “I have the opportunity to hear lots of emerging bands and solo artists. It's extremely rare that one completely stops me in my tracks. These guys have that hard to describe something...completely unique yet somehow familiar.”
2015 has been off to a great start with showcases at Folk Alliance International, a video distribution deal with Pulse Records for song “Headful of Diamonds”, and licensing song “Jive Turkey” with feature-length film Basic Human Needs (Basic Human Needs Productions Inc.).
Keiffer Mclean began writing songs in his mid-teens and has since developed into a songwriting virtuoso who has made appearances at several high-profile festivals, including Folk Alliance International, Musikfest, Prairie Barge Festival, Lilac Festival, CMW, Cathedral Village Arts Festival, Regina Folk Festival, Gateway Festival, Ness Creek Music Festival, and JUNOfest. He is a two time nominee in the Canadian Folk Music Awards 'Young Performer of the Year' category.
Keiffer Mclean - Jive Turkey Tour Dates:
May 30: Regina, SK – Creative City Centre
June 5: Fort Quapelle, SK – Centre for the Arts
June 6: North Battleford, SK - House Concert
June 8: Calgary, AB – Ironwood Bar & Grill
June 10: Kelowna, BC – Minstrel Café
June 13: Port Alberni, BC – Char’s Landing
June 15: Duncan, BC - Showroom
June 16: Tofino, BC - Jamie's Rainforest Inn
June 17: Vancouver, BC - Cafe Deux Soleils
June 20: Kamloops, BC - Chances Casino
June 21: Fernie, BC – Infinitea
June 22: Lethbridge, AB – The Owl
June 24: Red Deer, AB – Velvet Olive
