Winter Birds was formed in the spring of 2022 by Ian Kelly, David Lafleche and Lisa Iwanycki. The Canadian musicians expressed a strong need to create classic folk music, using traditional instruments and songwriting that is centered around the heart. Together they write beautiful, catchy folk songs about heartache, longing and the unconditional love parents have for their children. The group has signed with the label Sunset Hill Music for their new album. 

 

Winter Birds’ music is strong in song structure, full of melodic harmonies and catchy, anthemic choruses. Lyrics are poetic, personal and political. Their voices are all entirely unique as they take turns singing verses, but when the three singers harmonize together, the result is a sonic layer cake that is sweeter than honey. Male and female harmonies sing over ambient organs, guitars, banjos, tambourines and stomp boxes give Winter Birds a timeless sound. The music is inspired by modern folk artists Bon Iver, Ray Lamontagne and Bonnie Light Horseman; however their united voices have classic, vintage appeal reminiscent of popular 1960s and 70s folk groups like Fleetwood Mac, Crosby Stills Nash & Young, and Simon & Garfunkle. In these tumultuous times when we are questioning war, screen addiction and the dire need for community, Winter Birds offers something pure and down to earth; something timeless that listeners can share with and feel for years to come.

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David Lafleche is a guitarist, musical director and producer in Quebec, who has worked on many TV shows and national events (The Voice, ADISQ Gala, Fête du Canada). After more than 25 years of working behind-the-scenes in the music industry, he took the decision to start a career as a singer-songwriter. In 2020, his first outing «We Collided» was ranked 11th place in the iTunes Billboard Sales. His album «Everyday Son» was launched on May 7th, 2021. Ever since, he accumulates nearly 1 million streams on Spotify and 30 000 views for his first video clip for «We Collided». He is also nominated for the Canadian Folk Music Awards’ «Emerging Artist of the Year».

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Lisa Iwanycki is a singer-songwriter, producer, lyricist and musician from Montreal. After extensive studies in music at the McGill University, she has worked with many renowned artists, such as Patrick Watson, The Barr Brothers, Ariane Moffatt, Jordan Officer, Marie-Pierre Arthur, and many more. JUNO nominated artist and recipient of awards in the United States (Akademia Music Awards in L.A., Consequence of Sound in Chicago), Lisa has toured across the world (France, Mexico, China, Belgium, Canada, UK, USA, etc.) and participated in many important showcases and festivals (NXNE, SXSW, M for Montreal, etc.).

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Montreal singer-songwriter Ian Kelly is a self-taught musician and producer. His first outing,   «Insecurity», was completely DIY and his second album «Speak Your Mind» is certified gold with 45,000 units sold in Canada. In 2014, Ian built a new studio and produced other artists. He’s also producing music for film and television, as well as running his own label, Sunset Hill Music. Ian played across Canada and abroad, including in France, Belgium, USA and UK. Ian is supported by Godin Guitars, Nord Keyboards, Taylor Guitars, Gold Tone Guitars and Sennheiser Canada. He also founded his own music festival SuperFolk Morin-Heights in 2017.

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