A combination of rockabilly string-band resonances and jazz stylings, the music of the Rucksack Willies is as complex as it is easy to enjoy. The mature sounds emanating from this youthful band both surprise and delight.
The Rucksack Willies are a true Canadian amalgamation, combining the many talents of Angela Hilts on lead vocals, guitar, and banjo, Megan Thomas on vocals and washboard, Michael Eckert on pedal steel and dobro, Lucas Gadke on bass and vocals, Galen Pelley on percussion and vocals, and Adrian Gross on guitar and mandolin. As evidenced, the instruments used by this band are as diverse and unique as their musical creations. The Rucksack Willies released their debut album, Letter to Anne, in 2011, and have since been appearing throughout the GTA in festivals such as the Mariposa Festival and NXNE, as well as performing weekly at the Cameron House right here in Toronto.
Check out photos from their NXNE gig at the Dakota Tavern!
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