The Wanted reconstruct an eclectic mix of vintage and original songs infused with a spirit that is darkly haunting, incisively witty, or just plain fun. AltCountryForum (Europe’s leading roots music publication) describes the band's performances as: “…full of contagious, raucous, hip swaying music…Simply irresistible!” The Wanted have performed at festivals and concerts from Vancouver Island to PEI, including critically acclaimed performances at the iconic Mariposa Folk Festival and to a sold-out house at the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts. This is full-throated, full-throttle entertainment, filled with edgy licks, infectious rhythms and soaring harmonies, combining traditional instrumentation with unique elements such as washboard, bodhran, and acoustic lap steel guitar. There’s a small orchestra of instruments here that the band deploys with great skill—forging a fresh sound by finding common ground in diverse material. Tracks from the first Wanted CD have aired on CBC Radio 1 and many other roots music programs throughout North America and around the world, and have been streamed over 300,000 times on Spotify. The Wanted will release their second album, "Strange Flight", in 2020, produced by Michael Timmins, the award-winning producer, songwriter, and guitarist of the Cowboy Junkies.

“The Wanted embrace early country music, blues, bluegrass and rockabilly, combining vocal harmonies, great musicianship and original material for a fresh take on a genre that’s long overdue for a revival. Their show will transport you to another era, so hop on board for a great ride.” - Mariposa Folk Festival

Home Base: Ontario

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