John Showman

As a founding member of the Creaking Tree String Quartet and the Foggy Hogtown Boys, John Showman has made his mark as “one of the very best and most influential fiddle players in Canada” (Steve Pritchard, CIUT 89.5 FM). Over a 13-year career spanning 2,500 shows across the continent, John has distilled his experience into engrossing and moving live performance that he brings to audiences night after night.

John champions melody and groove above all else. His original style draws from the magic of traditional fiddle: the raw drive of old-time Appalachian music; the fire and attack of bluegrass; the intoxicating swing of Cajun and French-Canadian fiddle tunes; and the haunting beauty of the Irish and Scottish traditions.

With the launch of “Showman”, his debut solo album, John puts the listener’s focus on his great love of traditional fiddle music. What sets the album apart from others is the interaction between the supporting cast of musicians, featuring the members of both of his bands and including blues piano master Julian Fauth and mandolinist Joey Wright from the Jen Whiteley band. Every track features a unique and carefully-selected combination of these players, making for a great vibe on record.