Songbird North

Tuesday, September 1 · Doors at 7pm, show at 7:30pm

This bi-monthly showcase, hosted and produced by Shari Ulrich, features four exceptional singer-songwriters playing songs and sharing stories with one another and the audience. This evening’s special guests are Daryl Burgess, Stephen Fearing, and Mercy Walker and hosted by Shari Ulrich.

Daryl Burgess Vancouver born and known as much as a drummer as a songwriter, Daryl moved to Nashville in 1995 and recently returned home to Vancouver. He has well over 1000 songs under his belt and has partnered with many major publishers over the years. Best known for penning the Colin James number one “Stay” and the Juno winning and Billboard Top 10 “Just Came Back”, Daryl’s cuts also include songs for Mark Chesnutt, Patty Loveless, T. Graham Brown, Jamie O’Neal, Aaron Pritchett and many others. A multi-instrumentalist, Daryl has been a session and live drummer with a wide range of artists including Alanis Morissette, Chris Stapleton, Colin James, John Denver, Kenny Rogers, Jim Lauderdale, Patti Loveless, Brenda Lee and Bo Diddley. https://darylburgess.com

Stephen Fearing Born in Vancouver in 1963 and spending much of his youth in Dublin, Ireland, Stephen launched his career in Canada in the early 80s. An iconic Canadian roots and folk singer-songwriter and co-founder of Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, he is known for intricate guitar work and vivid narrative songwriting. He has won two JUNO Awards and released numerous acclaimed albums; his recent project is The Empathist. https://www.stephenfearing.ca

Mercy Walker Mercy Walker is a young Vancouver-based country-folk artist whose heartfelt melodies reflect the trials and triumphs of life. Born and raised in the Downtown Eastside, she draws inspiration from the storytelling traditions of classic country music. https://www.instagram.com/thisismercyy

Hosted by Shari Ulrich

Tickets: $25 for SAC members or $30 at the door. More info: facebook.com/SongBirdNorthYVR