Doors at 8, Show at 9. Show Description: Join us at Arthouse Cafe for a special anniversary celebration of Valley Reels Presents, featuring a live performance by Ottawa’s own Ethan Mitchell returning to the Arthouse Cafe, as he celebrates the release of his debut album Western Movies. With his blend of old-time Country, Folk, and Bluegrass, Ethan brings new life to traditional sounds, telling stories of cowboys, city folk, and everything in between. Joining him will be special guest Nik Field, a fine songwriter in his own right to play his original tunes and strum the sweet sounds of the Hawaiian Lap Steel. A night for good music, great company, and a few old-fashioned tall tales.
Bios: Ethan is an Ottawa based songwriter, singer, and guitarist. He plays antique and original music inspired by his roots in the Ottawa Valley. He has a deep curiosity for all things music, and draws upon diverse influences from Hank Williams to Jeff Buckley to Tom Waits and back. Ethan is a keen study of Bluegrass, Folk, and Country from decades as early as the 1920's, and enjoys many modern artists who are revitalizing traditional styles, such as Nick Shoulders and Colter Wall. A prolific writer, he’s always looking for a way to turn some pithy observation into a proper folk song. He writes about cowboys, Canada, country folk, city folk, lonesome folk, friendly folk, and anything that rouses his imagination. While his guitar playing is steeped in old-time traditions, his writing is rife with aphorisms and little comforts for the modern age. It’s witty and lyrical, often leaning on a dash of sarcasm to drive a point home. Ethan is set to release his debut album Western Movies March 7th 2025, a collection of new old-timey Country Western songs about finding your way in a world that’s outgrown the myth of the old West.
Accolades: Western Movies Debut album (Singles out now). Featured in Ottawa Grassroots Festival 2023 + 2024 w/ duo Nyx and Lightsmith. Appeared at Ottawa Bluesfest w/ Oddeline 2024. Played sold out shows at Redbird Live, collaborated with Ottawa's Moonfruits.
Social Media: @ethanmitchellsongs
Tickets: CAD $15 tickets (Limited quantity!). Tickets can also be purchased at the counter on the night of the event.
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IMPORTANT ACCESSIBILITY INFO: We provide gender-neutral washrooms.
