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Saturday

May 16th 2026

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Porchfest posters, t-shirts, and paper maps will be available outside of 5670 Sherbrooke West, from 11am to 1pm, as well as at the closing show (if there are any left). Come say hi!
12:00
Club Choir   
6225 Godfrey
Pop choir   
Club Choir is a welcoming community choir where people of all experience levels come together to sing popular songs, have fun, and connect through music. Members learn original arrangements in a relaxed, supportive environment with no auditions required. {link} {link}

Declan EC   
5670 Sherbrooke W. (Encore Books & Records)   
Post-punk/pub rock   
Declan EC is a multi-instrumentalist teenager from Montréal. His reputation as a skilled songwriter and charismatic performer is quickly putting him on the map as one of Montreal’s newest artists to watch out for. His influences include The Hives, Gorillaz, Le Tigre, Elvis Costello, and St. Vincent. When asked, Declan EC describes his music as “post-punk / pub-rock for a new generation”.  {link 1} {link 2}  

Eleuthera     
2323 Grand Boulevard 
Soul/blues/folk   
Eleuthera is a Montreal-based singer/songwriter whose powerful, intimate performances explore love, loss and the inner strength needed to overcome life’s hardship.   Her upcoming album Crossing Over is an exploration of how we can connect deeply to the natural world and actualize our full potential to co-create a more just, peaceful world. {link 1} {link 2}

John Inder et Cie w/ Cheryl Murgatroyd   
6450 Somerled   
Jazz/pop   
Guitar-based jazz band with Cheryl channelling Etta James.

        
Just Costa   
2224 Melrose   
Pop/funk/RnB   
For Just Costa, music is just the ticket to their own sonic theme park. And they have all the attractions: Vocals that blend with the grace of siblings, with songs that are melodic, lyrically life-affirming and groovy while blending R&B, soul, funk, pop and more. {link 1} {link 2}

Kings of Amsterdam   
4803 Melrose   
Rock/alternative   
Funk rock band keeping you off your seat with catchy grooves and melodic hooks. {link 1} {link 2}      

Les Voice Krispies   
5466 Brodeur 
A cappella pop/jazz   
Through crunchy harmonies and groovy rhythms, this quintet offers a range of jazz and pop songs, in English and in French. A unique vocal experience that is not to miss! {link 1} {link 2}    

Riverside Blues   
4975 Coronation     
Blues   
Back porch pickin' and scratchin'!    

West-Can Folk Performing Company || Auro Moura 
Dance and music     
7405 Harley (Westhaven-Elmhurst Community Center)
West-Can is the expression of history and spirit through the performing arts of music, dance, and storytelling. We introduce creative ways to honor the past and conserve the heritage and history of the Caribbean islands. { link }
Auro Moura is a Brazilian musician, singer-songwriter, producer, and educator based in Montreal with over twenty years of professional experience. Known for blending his Brazilian roots with global influences, he has contributed to albums, film, theatre, dance, and advertising while actively promoting Brazilian culture in Quebec through initiatives such as Les Brasileirinhos and Chœur Scénique Brésilien. {link} 


1:00
Andre Kirchhoff & Tractor 20   
2309 Oxford    
Rock   
Formerly of the Jimmyriggers, singer-songwriter Andre Kirchhoff paints from a broad musical palette, spanning folk and roots rock, with a dose of power pop. He’ll be supported by new backing band Tractor 20 (Caroline Garon, Chris Leger, Gavin Marshall), who, when left to their own devices, perform their own singular brand of original rock as Tanker 20. {link 1} {link 2}       

Bagg Street Klezmer Band   
4843 Westmore    
Klezmer     
The Bagg Street Klezmer Band has been playing traditional Jewish Eastern European dance music in Montreal for decades. {link 1} {link 2} 

Double Decker Jams Sandwich - Part 1   
4991 Beaconsfield     
Classic rock   
On the fringe of Montreal Jams lurks DDJS. Two bands from this beloved adult rock band lesson program have regrouped to strut their stuff with the music of The Beatles and Fleetwood Mac. {link 1} 

NDG Music School Part 1   
5654 Monkland (driveway on Oxford)   
Rock   
NDG's one and only school of rock will once again this year be showcasing all of its classes at Porchfest. {link 1} {link 2}   

Psy-Five   
6275 Ave Notre-Dame-de-Grâce  
Psychedelic jazz fusion   
Montrea-based psychedelic jazz fusion band unearthed from the MGM Electro-Jazz Jam Sessions. {link 1} {link 2}       

Th'Immediates   
4241 Hingston     
Alternative singer-songwriter   
Eccentric eclectic duo, playing originals plus unexpected covers. {link 1} {link 2}     

The Back Alley Roots Band   
2225 Belgrave    
Acoustic roots/Americana   
Three veterans of the Montreal music scene, Larry Cassini, Jane Critchlow & Roger Haughey come together to perform vocally rich acoustic roots and Americana music. {link 1} 

The Good Buddies   
3792 Oxford    
Folk   
The Good Buddies are an 8 member band who play folk music and love when people sing along.
        
The Reminiscents   
4840 Montclair   
80s & 90s rock/pop     
We are an eclectic group that pulls at your heart strings with our jam of 80s and 90s influenced music. 


​2:00
Bromantics   
4091 Hingston
High-energy rock   
Get ready to rock with the Bromantics! This high energy band brings the best of classic and modern rock, featuring fan favourites from the Stones, the Clash, the Killers and more. They'll have the crowd singing and dancing all day long! {link 1} {link 2} 

Gold Dust Women
4310 Kensington
Acoustic female folk/pop/rock   
Acoustic covers from the 70s,  80s and 90s including from female icons like Tracy Chapman, the Cranberries and Dolly!
        
Les flûtistes de Montréal
4601 Madison
Flute ensemble: piccolo, c flute, alto, bass and contra flutes.
Familiar show tunes, popular, classical.   Have you ever heard a bass or contrabass flute? Join us for an hour of fun tunes featuring these low instruments! Enjoy a lively mix of jazz, popular favorites, and classical music. Something for everyone! {link 1} {link 2}   

Siamsa
3495 Westmore
Irish traditional   
Join us for some traditional Irish music with the musicians from the Lord William Pub's Saturday session! {link 1} {link 2}      

The Bower Ring  
2303 Oxford
Slightly progressive rock
The Bower Ring will be previewing songs from their upcoming concept album One. 

The Jon and Jonah Experience
2301 Grand Boulevard
Indie pop
The Jon & Jonah Experience is a dynamic songwriting duo who came together during the transformative days of COVID. Jonah is a neurodiverse student and Jon is a songwriter and caregiver. Together they found a powerful way to channel Jonah’s unique voice into music. They invite everyone to dance, dream, and celebrate the power of connection. {link 1} 

The Nolas
4803 Melrose
Alternative rock
Alternative Rock band, makes you feel like your in a Tarantino movie. {link 1} {link 2}       

The Westhaven All-Stars ft. Tokyo Sensei, Kdot_A1Baby & Benny OneTake || Widget Blockmode
7405 Harley 
KDOT is a rising Montreal artist from NDG whose sound blends the raw energy of dancehall with the versatility of rap. Known for his confident delivery and authentic voice. With music rooted in real experiences and an ear for multiple styles, he is determined to elevate his craft and make his voice heard throughout Montreal and beyond. || Benny OneTake is a promising 16-year-old emcee from NDG whose passion for music began at an early age.  Expanding beyond the stage, Benny has also shown natural confidence as an emerging radio host, interviewing a range of guests on CKUT 90.3 FM.     


​3:00
2Badd 
4945 Patricia
Rock   
90s inspired rock band - check out their album release last summer. {link 1} {link 2}       

Ayelet Rose Gottlieb & Chad Linsley   
3831 Old Orchard
Jazz
Vocalist Ayelet Rose Gottlieb is joined by pianist Chad Linsley for an hour of unexpected, heart-warming and adventurous jazz. {link 1} {link 2}       

Double Decker Jams Sandwich - Part 2   
4991 Beaconsfield
90s rock
On the fringe of Montreal Jams lurks DDJS. Another two bands from this beloved adult rock band lesson program have regrouped to strut their stuff with the music of No Doubt and Kings of Leon. {link 1} 
    
Holden Stephan Roy
6739 Terrebonne
Alternative hip-hop
Holden Stephan Roy is an alternative Hip Hop artist who leverages poetry and rhythm to express the point of view of a grown up hustler chasing dreams far too old to be chasing. {link 1} {link 2}        

Mouth Music
4305 Prince-of-Wales
Celtic choir
A Montreal Celtic choir under the direction of Linda Morrison. {link 1}     

NDG Music School Part 2
5654 Monkland (driveway on Oxford)
Rock
NDG's one and only school of rock will once again this year be showcasing all of its classes at Porchfest. {link 1} {link 2}     

STOUT
2260 Grand Boulevard
Alternative rock
Local NDG band performing all original, psychedelic alternative rock! {link 1} {link 2}     

The Montreal Hillbilly Night Allstars
2225 Belgrave
Country, bluegrass, & honky took
Welcome to The Montreal Hillbilly Night All Stars!  We are an all-acoustic quintet celebrating the rich heritage of early country music. {link 1}  

The Steve&Mikes
3784 Melrose
Original music, folk rock
The Steve&Mikes are comprised of Steve and Mike.  They play a variety of stringed instruments and sing together in harmony.  They love to share their original songs with an audience. {link 1}  


​4:00
Dr.ID   
4917 Mariette
Rock metal
Dr.ID is a local band from Montreal; we usually play in bars and restaurants. {link 1}      
      
Les vents souriants   
4601 Madison
Classic

Come listen to classical pieces performed by flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and horn. 

​Olivia Hutchinson
4255 Old Orchard
Classical/cabaret
Classically trained crossover vocalist Olivia Hutchinson brings jazz standards, musical theatre favourites, torch songs and singalongs to the porch in a warm, intimate and eclectic set.

Saranac Infirmary
5259 Saranac
Rock n roll 
Saranac Infirmary will perform some good RnR music to heal your soul!

Screaming Demons
2249 Madison
Horror-themed rock n' roll
Screaming Demons is a rock ’n’ roll band inspired by classic horror films, delivering a sound that mixes eerie atmosphere with high-energy punch. With fast, driving riffs and lyrics that bring monsters and mayhem to life, Screaming Demons are a great match for fans of rock ’n’ roll, glam, punk, and horror. {link 1} {link 2}      

St-Luc Musicians
2262 Beaconsfield
Classic/pop
A group from École St Luc, including students from music classes, here to give you an enjoyable performance.    

The WellingTones     
2309 Oxford
Motown/soul/funk 
Montreal funk soul Motown extravaganza, coming at you straight from a basement in Point St-Charles – featuring Marc-Andre Caron (guit, vox), Derek Skeie (keys, vox), Sean Scanlon (bass), Daniel O'Shea Ellison (drums, vox), Johan Vinet (sax), Fabien Rose (trumpet) and Felicity Hamer (lead vox). {link 1}

Preach Ankobia || TAR
7405 Harley
Hip hop
Preach Ankobia is a Montreal-based artist, cultural leader, broadcaster, and community builder whose impact spans music, media, and grassroots development. He is known for blending conscious hip hop, Caribbean influence, and authentic storytelling into a voice that resonates across generations. || TAR is a Montreal-based four-piece band formed in 2023, known for crafting a fearless, genre-defying sound rooted in rhythm, identity, and bold self-expression. Blending jazz improvisation, hip hop energy, reggae depth, blues grit, funk groove, dub textures, and punk attitude, the group creates music that feels both timeless and strikingly current. TAR delivers more than songs—they create atmosphere, movement, and connection. Featuring Jon “Punk-Saint” Asencio (bass), Peter G. “Roadsworth” Gibson (keys), John “Sync-Opt” Synnott (guitar), and Neil “Zibz Black Current” Guilding (drums & vocals), TAR stands apart as an organic, uncompromising force in Montreal’s evolving music scene.       


​5:00
Staber and Chasnoff Duo w/ Myriam Rousseau
2234 Melrose
Acoustic folk
Longtime duo of mandolin/vocalist Dick Staber and guitar/vocalist Judith Chasnoff is now a trio, with the delightful addition of Myriam Rousseau's vocals. {link 1} {link 2}  

Street Spirit
5654 Monkland (driveway on Oxford) 
Rock
Street Spirit is a local Radiohead tribute band, and they’re excited to be back for another Porchfest NDG! This time with some obscure gems...! {link 1}     

The JEM
2260 Grand Boulevard
Alt-rock/prog-rock
Formerly Montreal's loudest acoustic rock trio, The JEM blends the sounds of prog and alt-rock with three-part harmonies. {link 1} {link 2}   

The Vlcheks   
2309 Oxford
Alt-country
The Vlcheks are a boisterous 4pc steeped in work and love. Electric rythms, soulful melodies, political folk lore and cautionary tales. {link 1} {link 2}       

The ZigZags
4300 West Hill
Rock
Cover songs from the 60s through today. Danceable, soulful and sure to please.
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