C.A. and Sonny

An Ottawa-based folk music duo dedicated to preserving traditional folk music. Their performances feature a variety of stringed instruments, complemented by storytelling and humor, offering audiences a nostalgic journey through antiquated melodies and tales.

Members:

• Sonny Aiken: A seasoned performer known for his yodeling skills, Sonny has toured globally with Cirque Éloize in the cowboy-musical ‘Saloon’. He has released music with groups like The Noisy Locomotive and The Aiken Brothers, and his solo album, Lost, Lonesome Cowboy, was released in 2020.

• C.A. Jackson: Originally from New Brunswick, C.A. has immersed himself in the Ottawa music scene. After a year-long retreat in Charlottetown focusing on his guitar craft, he returned to collaborate with Sonny, bringing resolute harmonies and intricate fingerpicking to their performances.

Performances:

C.A. and Sonny host regular shows in Ottawa, well know for shows at Irene’s Pub on Bank St. by Lansdowne Park.

• The C.A. & Sonny Show: Held every Saturday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Irene’s Pub, located at 885 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K1S 3W4.

• The Sunday Night Revue: Occurs every Sunday at 8:30 PM, also at Irene’s Pub.

These events provide an intimate setting to experience their music firsthand.

Discography:

In September 2022, they released The C.A. & Sonny Show: Vol. 1, featuring tracks like “Lord’s Got Tomatoes” and “Lay My Head Beneath A Rose.”

An Ottawa-based duo focused on preserving the tradition of Folk music.

Using a variety of stringed instruments, CA & Sonny sing songs, crack jokes, and tell tales of yesteryear.

Their musicality is balanced expertly with their laid back performance, showcasing an enormous repertoire of antiquated melodies and stories, as well as some songs of their own.

Check out a practice jam Here.

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