From the balmy shores of Canada comes the sunny duo 538st featuring brothers Sam and Jake Cooke. With a foundation of hip-hop that melds jazzy R’n’B and funk, their sound is reminiscent yet fresh. Based out of Kelowna, BC, 538 st. formed in 2019 and has been building its platform, booking ever-bigger shows and garnering attention from prominent names in the music industry. The band especially shines in their live performance, where they exude infectious energy and musicality. Along with being front runners in their local scene, 538 st. has amassed passionate fans across the globe. Their fans are diverse and dedicated to supporting the project, many devoted enough to get the 538 st. tattoo and join the family for life. The band commonly surprises the audience with the exciting contrast between their look and their sound. The good vibes pass effortlessly between the stage and the crowd, making it impossible not to dance. Sam and Jake push for musical growth and evolution while they stay grounded in their roots; 538st is named for their childhood home, in the town where they have a vigorous fan base of die-hard supporters.
Uncle Strut are an indie rock band from Vancouver, Canada. They have released 10 singles to date, have played over 50 shows and have had 5 festival appearances since their inception in 2021. These include headline shows at The Wise Hall, The Fox Cabaret, The Biltmore Cabaret and The Local Festival. Uncle Strut are known for their energetic live performances, creative marketing strategies and hilarious offstage antics. Some of their favourite pastimes include tattooing each other, combing their moustaches and taking their shirts off.