Tam & Burns + Kent McAlister

Tam & Burns are a Calgary-based acoustic duo known for their compelling fusion of folk, alternative, and pop influences. Defined by seamless vocal harmonies and nuanced musicianship, the pair deliver songs that are both intimate and expansive, bridging the gap between traditional storytelling and modern musical innovation. As they continue to evolve, their goal remains clear: to convey resonant, harmony-driven music that draws in and connects with their steadily growing live audiences.

Kent McAlister’s songs hold the comfortable weight of your favorite coat on a cold prairie night. Singing modern tales of what is and what used to be, he captures the honest grit of those weathered faces that belong to the cowboys and the end of the bar. From winning songwriting competitions to selling out rooms across Canada, Kent McAlister delivers a distinctive brand of Canadiana. Now returning to the studio and the road in 2026, McAlister brings new songs to light, reconnecting audiences with a sound that’s sharp, seasoned, and undeniably Country.