Our Talented Creatives

Julia Rita is a Canadian sing-songwriter raised in Ottawa. Her music blends elements of country, folk, soft rock, and pop, and it tends to shift with the different phases of her life and the stories she's telling. But one thing stays consistent—she loves a natural sound with true instruments, and will always appreciate a good guitar solo.

Gordie Johnson is a Canadian musician, best known as the front man for the blues/reggae rock band Big Sugar, Austin-based blues/gospel band Sit Down Servant, and southern rock band Grady. Johnson is a Grammy nominated producer, mixer and session musician. He has produced, or mixed, albums and tracks for artists such as Gov't Mule, Warren Haynes, The Glorious Sons, Taj Mahal, Bushwick Bill, Toots Hibbert, Sarah Slean, The Trews, Joel Plaskett Emergency, The Respectables, Tim Chaisson, Len, Reel Big Fish, Chris Duarte, Caroline Neron, Meredith Shaw, as well as playing and/or recording with Chris Robinson, Rich Robinson, Colin James, Default, Honky, Len, Molly Johnson, Jonny Lang and Double Trouble, Ashley MacIsaac, the Bourbon Tabernacle Choir, and Big Rude Jake, Wide Mouth Mason.

Originally from Ottawa Canada, Anders Drerup was singing and playing from his first gig at a jazz club at 16. He never looked back. Since then he has written and performed on countless albums, toured 18 countries spanning 5 continents, released two solo records plus a plethora of singles and recently earned a place on Nick Jonas’ team on season 18 of NBC’s The Voice.. in 2020, no less.

Rebecca Noel is a versatile musician who has been lucky enough to try her hand at almost every genre that's caught her ear, but it’s her powerful voice, effortless range, and captivating vulnerability that has set this stunning singer apart. With a career spanning 20 years, Rebecca has shared bills with artists such as B.B. King, Johnny Winter, Buddy Guy, Norah Jones, Bonnie Raitt and even P!NK.

Brian Scartocci's voice cuts through the low hum of the day, "- a nervous breakdown, that's what it's gotta be!" And just like that, a new-age soul singer is summarized in perfect, anguished tune. Living somewhere between pure joy and spiritual turmoil, Brian Scartocci’s distinctive and powerful voice is New Jersey's gift to Austin, TX's legendary music scene and to the unending thread of American soul music.

Camille Giguere-Laroche is a multi-talented artist with an extensive portfolio of paintings and other art forms, including poetry. She has been a life-long singer-songwriter and is working on her first album. Her unique and eclectic style draws you in from the very first note. Stay tuned for what's to come!

Alanna J Brown is a singer/songwriter originally from Toronto. After spending time living all across Canada she and her family have settled in Ottawa, where she has created a name for herself in the music industry by performing multiple times per week and landing performances like Ottawa Bluesfest 2025. Alanna’s songs encompass daydreams, wonder, love and honesty in which you can fit your own feelings. Her ethereal voice is packed with layers of sensitivity and emotion. Alanna’s distinctive chord progressions are both harmonically and rhythmically complex as she melds folk with jazz. Her performances reflect 30+ years of musical study.