Kunlé ~ October 3

Award-winning artist Kunlé is a Nigerian-born, Toronto-based singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist whose work draws from Yoruba storytelling, folk traditions and contemporary global music. His music features a powerful interplay between vocals, talking drums, and contemporary fingerstyle guitar—brought to life through dynamic performances. 

Moving seamlessly between Yoruba, Pidgin, and English, his songs balance cultural depth with a soulful, contemporary sensibility that connects with all audiences. His live performances have captivated audiences for over ten years with a sound he describes as “music with no boundaries.”

Supported by a top-notch five-piece ensemble,  Kunlé’s Town Hall concert will feature songs from his June 2026 release The Journey - a masterful sophomore album that seamlessly fuses West African folk storytelling with soul, roots, and contemporary guitar work.

Accomplished in music and theatre, Kunlé’s stage credits include a 2024 Dora Mavor Moore Award for outstanding production, a nomination for outstanding sound design and composition for Soulpepper Theatre’s ‘Three Sisters,’ and a 2022 Premier's Awards nomination for music director, composer and performer in Stratford Festival’s ‘Death and the King’s Horseman.’

Funding support from the Ontario Arts Council and the Government of Ontario. 

Sponsored by 1851 Bayfield Landing.