Kansas-lee epitomizes solo artistry complete; powerful, resonating songwriting, paired with her rhythmic guitar playing and a truly captivating voice. Her intimate performances have captivated audiences from her Canadian backyard, to California, England, and Spain. With a voice carrying hints of Joni Mitchell, Eva Cassidy, and Susan Tedeschi, she holds her listeners in a familiar valley of soulful and soothing tones.
After self-producing three basement albums, she released her first studio album last year, called ”Ostara”. Her summer 2024 tour saw her welcomed back at many beloved BC folk festivals, and opening for Canadian folk legend, Valdy.
“From the first time I heard Kansas-lee sing I felt the truth in her voice.” – Elizabeth Goodfellow, drummer, supported Iron&Wine and Allison Russel, among many others.
“Intuitive heartfelt insightful songs with brilliant direct lyrics sung nigh on angelically, accompanied by pure and lovely guitar.” – Thomas P. Radcliffe, musician and concert attendee of her 2023 vancouver island tour.
“Kansas-lee was easily one of my favourites at the festival, her voice was one of a kind and her storytelling was excellent.” – Ettienne Siew, fellow performer at the 2023 Tiny Lights Festival in Ymir, BC.
Previous concert highlights:
August 31/24 - Fehu Folk Fest, Proctor BC
July 25/24 - The Heatley, Vancouver BC w/Leo D.E Johnson
July 22/24 - House Concert, Victoria BC w/Claire Coupland
July 3/24 - House Concert, Gibsons BC w/Valdy & Deanna Knight
June 14/24 - Tiny Lights Festival, Ymir BC
May 10/24 - Dunn Folkin Around Festival, Dunn Lake BC
April 13/24 - Redbird Brewing, Kelowna BC w/Shaela Miller
March 29/24 - Ignite the Arts Festival, Penticton BC
March 8/24 - Factory, Osoyoos BC w/Alissa Arnason & Sarah Orton
August 3/23 - Folk Night at The Mint, Victoria BC w/Dana Sipos
June 16/23 - Tiny Lights Festival, Ymir BC
April 12/23 - Ignite the Arts Festival, Penticton BC
February 5/23 - Fireside Festival, Kelowna BC
July 22/23 - Music in the Park, West Kelowna BC w/Iskwe
July 16/23 - Peace Valley Folk Festival, Hudsons Hope BC
