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Reverend Strut (PLAYED ON REV. GARY DAVIS' 6-STRING BANJO) (M.J. Browne)

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Reverend Strut (PLAYED ON REV. GARY DAVIS' 6-STRING BANJO) (M.J. Browne)
by Michael Jerome Browne

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Acoustic Blues & Roots, where authenticity meets soul

Multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and living encyclopedia of American Roots music, Michael Jerome Browne is sure to serve up an evening of authenticity, mastery, heart, and soul.

“Browne is probably—if not positively—one of Canada’s most significant musical exports; a finger-picking stylist with a hugely talented and nuanced delivery.”

-Iain Patience, Elmore Magazine (USA)

-Three-time Canadian Folk Music Award winner (Traditional Singer & Solo Artist)

-Recipient of the Blues With A Feeling Award at the 2020 Toronto Blues Society Maple Blues Awards (with 36 nominations in multiple categories since 1999)

-Six-time Juno Award Nominee in both the Roots/Traditional and Blues categories

-Kerrville (Texas) New Folk Finalist

“Michael Jerome Browne is probably one of the finest musicians when it comes to Roots, Americana, Blues, Cajun, you name it, Michael has got it under his belt in a big way and instruments in his backpack.”

-Eric Bibb, interviewed by Holger Petersen in “Talking Music”

Born in South Bend, Indiana, Michael Jerome Browne’s home was filled with recordings of seminal blues and folk musicians. At eight years old, in his family’s adopted home of Montréal, his father started to take him to see foundational artists like Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee. By age twelve Michael was bending a few blue notes on the harmonica and was teaching himself guitar when he saw Lightning Hopkins. That was when something clicked. He began to understand what was going on with blues guitar. Of course at that age he didn’t always understand the words, but the blues spoke to him in a profound and visceral way, and he knew this was something he needed to do.

By the age of fourteen, MJB was already a regular on the vibrant Montreal folk and coffee house scene, adding banjo, fiddle, and mandolin to his masterful command of guitars and harmonica, and delving into Old Time and Cajun music. From his first public performance until now his authenticity, integrity, and profound connection to the music comes through loud and clear. Whether he’s gliding a slide across his resonator guitar, amping up the intensity with his tremolo 12-string, or “hammering the claw” on his gourd banjo, Roots music lovers know from the first notes that they are in the room with an artist who has justifiably been heralded as an absolute treasure and one of the finest practitioners of traditional American Roots music.

“His originals reek of musty back porch Appalachian family jams. His proficiency on strings is exemplary.”

-Mike Greenblatt, Goldmine (USA)

Michael is in the early planning stages of a new album. A musician's musician, when he isn't performing his own concerts he is in demand backing up and recording with other artists, most notably Eric Bibb, whose 2017 Grammy nominated CD “Migration Blues” he co-produced, played and sang on. Among other projects, he currently plays fiddle in the Montreal-based Cajun/Creole band Grouyan Gombo.

“...a fine singer, his sturdy voice rings with authenticity... Browne makes dusty old blues sound effortless, lively and natural.” -Lynn Saxberg, Ottawa Citizen

Website: https://www.michaeljeromebrowne.com

RELEASES:

Gettin’ Together (Borealis, 2023)*

That’s Where It’s At! (Borealis, 2019)*

Can’t Keep A Good Man Down (compilation, Borealis 2018)

Sliding Delta (Borealis, 2015)*

The Road Is Dark (Borealis, 2011)

This Beautiful Mess (Borealis, 2009)

Double (Borealis, 2007)

Michael Jerome Browne & the Twin Rivers String Band (Borealis, 2004)*

Drive On (Borealis, 2001)*

Michael Jerome Browne (Disques Bros, 1998)*

*Juno nominees

HI-RES PHOTOS:

https://www.michaeljeromebrowne.com/pics

VIDEOS:

https://www.michaeljeromebrowne.com/video

SOCIAL MEDIA:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michaeljerome.browne/

PRESS QUOTES:

“Browne is probably—if not positively—one of Canada’s most significant musical exports; a finger-picking stylist with a hugely talented and nuanced delivery.”

-Iain Patience, Elmore Magazine

“Arguably the finest acoustic blues artist in this country”

-The Globe and Mail (Toronto)

More press quotes: https://www.michaeljeromebrowne.com/reviews

CURRENT TOUR DATES:

https://www.michaeljeromebrowne.com/shows

AWARDS & NOMINATIONS:

Juno Award nominations, Blues Album of the Year: 2023, 2019, 2015, 2001, 1999;

Roots & Traditional Album of the Year, Solo, 2004

Canadian Folk Music Awards, Traditional Singer of the Year, (Winner, 2015)

Solo Artist of the Year, (Winner, 2012 & 2008)

36 Maple Blues (Toronto Blues Society) Nominations (1999-2023) in the following categories:

-Blues With A Feeling- Lifetime Achievement (Winner, 2019)

-Acoustic Act (Winner, 2001)

-Male Vocalist of the year

-Guitarist of the year

-Songwriter of the year

-Producer of the year

-Recording of the year

-Entertainer of the Year

New Folk Finalist, Kerrville Folk Festival, Kerrville, TX (2012)

PROMINENT PERFORMANCES: Edmonton Folk Festival- Montreal International Jazz Festival- Ottawa Blues Festival- Kerrville (Texas) Folk Festival- Summerfolk, Owen Sound, ON- Winnipeg Folk Festival- Vancouver Folk Festival- Calgary Folk Festival- Port Townsend Blues Festival & Workshop- New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festivel (w/Eric Bibb & Cedric Warson)- Port Fairy Folk Festival (Australia)- Byron Bay Bluesfest (Australia)

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May24

Trails, Tales, Tunes - Closing Matinee

Sunday, May 24 @ 3:00PMSun, May 24 @ 3:00PM

Town Hall, 234 Main St., Norris Point, NL

Solo. Also featuring Terra Spencer & Kim Dunn, Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys

$25

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May23

Trails, Tails, Tunes - Songwriters in Concert

Saturday, May 23 @ 3:00PMSat, May 23 @ 3:00PM

Bonne Bay Aquarium and Research Station, 1 Clarke’s Rd., Norris Point, NL

Solo. Also featuring Terra Spencer, Kim Dunn

$25

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Trails, Tails, Tunes - Songwriters in Concert @ Bonne Bay Aquarium and Research Station on May 23, 3:00PM

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May22

Trails, Tales, Tunes Festival- TTT Concert

Friday, May 22 @ 8:00PMFri, May 22 @ 8:00PM

Town Hall, 234 Main Street, Norris Point, NL

Solo. Also featuring Terra Spencer & Kim Dunn, Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys

$25

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Trails, Tales, Tunes Festival- TTT Concert @ Town Hall on May 22, 8:00PM

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May21

Trails, Tales, Tunes Festival: The Mikes

Thursday, May 21 @ 9:00PMThu, May 21 @ 9:00PM

The Cat Stop, 4 Stone’s Ln., Norris Point, NL

Solo, with sets by Mike Steven’s and Mike McDonald. Festival donations welcome.

Festival donations welcome.

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Trails, Tales, Tunes Festival: The Mikes @ The Cat Stop on May 21, 9:00PM

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May20

House Concert

Wednesday, May 20 @ 7:00PMWed, May 20 @ 7:00PM

Solo. $20. Info: contact Dave Moriarty, 613-795-5328, moriartyda1911@yahoo.ca

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House Concert on May 20, 7:00PM

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May16

Two Whales Coffee Shop

Saturday, May 16 @ 7:00PMSat, May 16 @ 7:00PM

Two Whales Coffee Shop, 99 Main Rd., Port Rexton, NL

Solo. $10, tickets available at the coffee shop.

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Two Whales Coffee Shop @ Two Whales Coffee Shop on May 16, 7:00PM

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May15

The Black Sheep on George

Friday, May 15 @ 7:00PMFri, May 15 @ 7:00PM

The Black Sheep, 5 George St., St. John’s, NL

Solo. $31.18

$31.18

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The Black Sheep on George @ The Black Sheep on May 15, 7:00PM

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Apr19

Michael Jerome Browne solo

Sunday, April 19 @ 6:00PM — 9:00PMSun, Apr 19 @ 6:00PM — 9:00PM

Smoke Meat Pete, 283 1ère rue, L’Île Perrot, QC

Free/gratuit. All ages.

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Michael Jerome Browne solo @ Smoke Meat Pete on Apr 19, 6:00PM

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Mar22

Michael Jerome Browne solo

Sunday, March 22 @ 6:00PM — 9:00PMSun, Mar 22 @ 6:00PM — 9:00PM

Smoke Meat Pete, 283 1ère Rue, L’Île Perrot, QC

Solo. Free admission. All ages.

Free- gratuit

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Michael Jerome Browne solo @ Smoke Meat Pete on Mar 22, 6:00PM

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Jan24

Sweet Emma Barrett (FAI Trad room) 1100

Saturday, January 24 @ 10:30PM — 10:50PMSat, Jan 24 @ 10:30PM — 10:50PM

Folk Alliance International, 500 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA

Private showcase for delegates at Folk Alliance International Conference

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Sweet Emma Barrett (FAI Trad room) 1100 @ Folk Alliance International on Jan 24, 10:30PM

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Jan23

Texas Sugarbaby room 1004

Friday, January 23 @ 1:10AM — 1:40AMFri, Jan 23 @ 1:10AM — 1:40AM

Folk Alliance International, 500 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA

This is actually Thursday night, after midnight. Private showcase for delegates at Folk Alliance International Conference.

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Texas Sugarbaby room 1004 @ Folk Alliance International on Jan 23, 1:10AM

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Jan22

Rainshadow Recording Presents, room 1023

Thursday, January 22 @ 10:30PM — 10:55PMThu, Jan 22 @ 10:30PM — 10:55PM

Folk Alliance International, 500 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA

Private showcase for delegates at Folk Alliance International Conference

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Rainshadow Recording Presents, room 1023 @ Folk Alliance International on Jan 22, 10:30PM

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Jan22

Folk Alliance International (FAI) Official Showcase

Thursday, January 22 @ 7:20PM — 7:45PMThu, Jan 22 @ 7:20PM — 7:45PM

Sheraton New Orleans, 500 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA

Official Showcase for conference attendees. Solo.

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Folk Alliance International (FAI) Official Showcase @ Sheraton New Orleans on Jan 22, 7:20PM

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Jan21

Mundial Montréal/Folquébec showcase, Zulu room, 8th floor

Wednesday, January 21 @ 11:30PMWed, Jan 21 @ 11:30PM

Folk Alliance International, 500 Canal St. , New Orleans, LA

Private showcase for delegates at Folk Alliance International Conference

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Mundial Montréal/Folquébec showcase, Zulu room, 8th floor @ Folk Alliance International on Jan 21, 11:30PM

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Oct26

House concert

Sunday, October 26, 2025 @ 3:00PMSun, Oct 26, 2025 @ 3:00PM

The Ark on QB, Madoc ON

House concert, solo. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. For reservations, email: mail@noahsong.com E-transfer can be sent to this email

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House concert @ The Ark on QB on Oct 26, 3:00PM

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Oct25

House Concert

Saturday, October 25, 2025 @ 7:30PMSat, Oct 25, 2025 @ 7:30PM

Gilmour Street Music Hall, Peterborough ON

Solo.

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House Concert @ Gilmour Street Music Hall on Oct 25, 7:30PM

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Oct24

Dinner and a Song

Friday, October 24, 2025 @ 5:30PMFri, Oct 24, 2025 @ 5:30PM

The Olde Stone Cottage Pub, 3750 Kingston Rd., Scarborough ON

Dinner and concert (solo).

$65 includes both dinner and concert.

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Dinner and a Song @ The Olde Stone Cottage Pub on Oct 24, 5:30PM

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Oct23

Mike Daley and Michael Jerome Browne

Thursday, October 23, 2025 @ 6:00PM — 8:00PMThu, Oct 23, 2025 @ 6:00PM — 8:00PM

Castro’s Lounge, 2116 Queen St. E., Toronto ON

In the round with Mike Daley.

No cover charge.

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Mike Daley and Michael Jerome Browne @ Castro’s Lounge on Oct 23, 6:00PM

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Oct19

Folk Music Ontario (FMO)

Sunday, October 19, 2025 @ 1:20AM — 1:40AMSun, Oct 19, 2025 @ 1:20AM — 1:40AM

Delta Ottawa Hotel, 101 Lyon Street North , Ottawa, ON

Private showcase for conference attendees, Room 404, Folkzone Presents. Listed here as Sunday morning, it could also be considered late Saturday Night (after midnight).

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Folk Music Ontario (FMO) @ Delta Ottawa Hotel on Oct 19, 1:20AM

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May11

Duncan Showroom

Sunday, May 11, 2025 @ 7:30PMSun, May 11, 2025 @ 7:30PM

Duncan Showroom , 131 Station St., Duncan, BC

Solo.

$30

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Duncan Showroom on May 11, 7:30PM

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