No Other Road is a reflective master class in facing your dark side, letting go of expectations and embracing personal growth. This first full-length record from The Artichoke Hearts is a significant leap both thematically and stylistically from their last EP (Conquer then Divide - 2016). The Ottawa-based trio, featuring singer-songwriter Caitlin Dolan, pianist Kim Jackson and violinist Jessie Lyon, have joined forces with producer/recording engineer Dean Watson (Buckingham Palace Audio), and taken their folky sound to the next-level through the addition of accordion, synth, drums and bass. The result is a modern and authentic mid-life epic told through a fusion of enchanting melodies, haunting harmonies and classically-driven solos that will leave you wanting more than the 7 featured tracks. The Artichoke Hearts have had the pleasure of playing Ottawa festivals such as the Jazzfest, Bluesfest, Marvest and Junofest, and are excited to share their new record at this special album release show at the NAC Fourth Stage.

Claude Munson is a singer-songwriter and touring musician from Ottawa, Ontario who has been performing original music for more than a decade. With his unique and angelic voice, combined with versatile and rhythmic guitar stylings, Munson delivers an unforgettable emotional musical experience. Whether solo or accompanied by his talented bandmates his show is not to be missed!