Conor Gains with s/g Jolie Anastasia (full bands!)

Good time buddies Conor Gains and Jolie Anastasia are hitting the Heartwood stage with their full bands for an unforgettable night of alt-country, soul, and rock n‘ roll! Known for their passionate and heartfelt original music, these artists will have you swooning one minute, and dancing your boots off the next. Powerful and poetic all at once, Conor and Jolie will warmly remind you of a bygone era of music and community. The musicianship of their band members will elevate the experience to a top tier performance. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this incredible night of song, dance, and magic!

Seasoned roots rock artist Conor Gains has a well-earned reputation as a road dog and one of a kind live performer with a tour history mapped across the globe and awards testifying every mile of travels! Gains’ has been playing festivals, clubs and halls all across 3 continents (including support slots for Kaleo, Glorious Sons, Big Wreck, July Talk, Feist, Daniel Lanois, Les Paul, Colin Linden & more) He has also performed on prestigious stages such as  Massey Hall, Montreal Jazz Festival, Rock The Park (London).

“Good Time Buddies” was recorded in the home studio in Waterloo with some of my best friends over the winter of 2025. 
It was my most honest recording where we took our time letting the songs do their thing”. Says Gains. “These songs have been a joy to play live and we can’t wait to bring this album to the good people out there on our 2026 tour”.

Teasing songs from a new 2026 release, the band is giving audiences a sneak peak of their new material that is not available online yet. 
“I have been working tirelessly through the winter on new material and now that the snow is melting I can’t wait to share these new songs with everyone”. This show will be full of songs from the 5 albums out to date of Gains’ nearly 20 year career plus a special peak of what is to come. 

With a voice that carries both tenderness and grit, she weaves stories of love, resilience, and belonging. From Ontario to open skies far beyond, Jolie’s melodies echo the traditions of the folk greats while carving her own path, balancing vulnerability with quiet strength. Her music invites you to slow down, listen deeply, and find yourself reflected in the poetry of her songs—like letters written from the soul to anyone willing to hear.