Biography: Formed in British Columbia, Blue Moon Marquee brings together A.W. Cardinal’s Cree/Metis heritage and Jasmine Colette’s musical versatility to create a sound that is both timeless and contemporary. Cardinal’s guitar and storytelling lyrics pair with Colette’s upright bass and harmonies, delivering a vibrant stage presence that honors jazz roots while pushing the genre forward.
Discography Highlights: New Orleans Sessions (2024) showcases their groove-driven interpretation of traditional and modern tunes; Scream, Holler & Howl (2022) earned the 2024 JUNO Blues Album of the Year and set the stage for a Maple Blues Awards sweep in 2023. Other notable releases include Bare Knuckles & Brawn (2019), Gypsy Blues (2016), Last Dollar (2014), Lonesome Ghosts (2014), Stainless Steel Heart (2012), and the digital collaboration Get Your Feathers Ready (2025).
Awards & Nominations: 2024 JUNO Blues Album of the Year for Scream, Holler & Howl; Maple Blues Awards 2023 sweep (four wins); Blues Foundation Emerging Artist of the Year nomination (2023); Indigenous Songwriter nomination (Canadian Folk Music Awards, 2021).
Upcoming Tour Highlights: The duo remains active with multiple 2025 appearances, including All-Star Jamboree in New Orleans on January 27, 2025; performances in Idaho Falls (Willard Arts Center and Shrine Social Club) on May 7–8, 2025; and a show at Canan Commons in Muncie, IN on August 16, 2025. If you’re looking to catch the group live, secure your seats early—Blue Moon Marquee brings a high-energy, intimate live experience wherever they perform.
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