Newmarket Folk Society

Tanglefoot-“One More Night Reunion Tour". The songs, the stories, the spirit of Canada

 Friday, Oct 30, 2026

ARTIST OVERVIEW

Tanglefoot is a Canadian folk band best known for powerful songs, rich storytelling, and high-energy, deeply engaging live performances. Formed in the early 1980s, the band spent nearly three decades touring extensively and releasing a body of work that became a cornerstone of contemporary Canadian folk music.

Now returning for select performances, Tanglefoot brings the songs, the stories, and the spirit of Canada back to the stage, vibrant, audience-forward, and rooted in the tradition that made them beloved across the country.

PERFORMANCE STYLE

Tanglefoot concerts are dynamic and immersive. Audiences can expect:

•    Powerful, song-driven sets
•    Engaging stories and historical context
•    Warm, inclusive audience connection
•    A balance of musical precision and spontaneous energy
•    A performance that feels timeless, alive, and distinctly Canadian.

HIGHLIGHTS

•    Active career spanning early 1980s–2009
•    Extensive national touring history
•    Recognized leaders in Canadian folk music
•    Canadian Folk Music Award recipients: Best Vocal Group 2007

NOTABLE PERFORMANCES

•    The Vimy Monument Re-dedication Ceremony - 90th Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, France 2007
•    Canada Day Celebrations, The Canadian High Commission, London England 2003
•    The Out-of-Doors Series, The Lincoln Center For the Performing Arts, NYC
•    Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua, Bayfield Wisconsin
•    NASA Langley Research Center, Hampton Virginia 2002

You can see more about Tanglefoot on their web site -  https://tanglefootmusic.ca/ , or Social media pages - @tanglefootmusic