2023 ISLA GOT SOUL LINE-UP
Stay Tuned for our 2024 announcements coming soon!
Bradley Hailz
Singer Songwriter - Canada
One of Canada’s hardest working musicians. The Grandson of Canadian Country music legend Gordie Tapp (Hee Haw, CBC ) Bradley combines Rock, Reggae, Funk, Country & Blues with amazing lead and harmony vocals to create a memorable show. With over two decades of real live road experience and over 3000 shows at venues & festivals across Canada and beyond. Performing solo and as the frontman of Canadian summer festival favourite “The Killin’ Time Band”, Brad is a dynamic performer that can please any crowd.
Kirk "Sancho" Humbert
Singer Songwriter - U.S.A
Kirk has spent the last 20 years playing and recording with many different groups. He also performs with The Off Nites in Minnesota and Isla!
Alfie Smith
Singer Songwriter - Canada
is a prolific songwriter, an accomplished performer and talented multi-instrumentalist. Known best for his resophonic guitars, brazen slide licks and uncompromising vocals, Alfie is endorsed by several luthiers including Goodman Guitars (who have recently named a guitar model after him) and Goldtone Banjos. He has been nominated for a dozen Hamilton music awards including Best Male Vocalist and Best Guitarist, and has represented Toronto in the Memphis International Blues Challenge. To date, Alfie has released six records, his most recent being Sometimes the Rain He is currently signed and distributed through Busted Flat Records.
Isax Injah
Saxophone - Flute - Jamaica
Hailing from Toronto, Canada, saxophonist/flautist Isax has brightened the sonic landscape from corner bars to concert halls, from his early teens, with the likes of Canadian legends Lighthouse and Downchild Blues Band. The following years led to work with Nelson Riddle, Bass Is Base, Esthero, Glen Lewis, Ivana Santilli, Blue Rodeo, NOJO Jazz Orchestra, Kollage, Eddie Bullen, Big Sugar and others. Rastafari came calling and reggae became the focus working with Jackie Mittoo, Dennis Brown, King Jammy, Ken Boothe, Morgan Heritage, Dean Fraser, The Abyssinians, Etana, Queen Ifrica, Sizzla and Sly and Robbie to name a few. In 2015, it was Richie Spice that carried Isax to Jamaica where has remained ever since. Legendary producers Clive Hunt, Donovan Germaine, King Jammys and artists like Queen Ifrica, Ken Boothe, The Abyssinians, Mystic Revelation of Rastafari Band and Alborosie now call on his services. Isax is currently working on his second cd, this time with the great King Jammys. Give thanks music Jahmekya.
Jade Roads
Singer Songwriter - Canada
An international artist with a solid foundation of rock, soul and Reggae, her ecclectic sound is unique and universal. Transcending genres, it’s a sound that will shake your soul and move your feet.
Kimberly Ann
Singer Songwriter - Canada
Growing up music, and singing was always my private therapy..now I Love to share it”! In the wise words of Bob Marley..~ One good thing about Music, when it hits you , you feel no pain” Kim presently sings lead vocals for Stotan Falls and Tailgate!
My Son The Hurricane
BRASS FUNK BEAST
MY SON THE HURRICANE IS A MULTI-HORN, MULTI-DRUMMER, MULTI-SINGER BRASS FUNK BEAST FROM NIAGARA, ON. THE 12-PIECE BRASS-DANCE CREW HAS TOURED OVER MULTIPLE COUNTRIES AND PLAYED SOME OF CANADA, USA AND EUROPE’S BIGGEST FESTIVALS. OVER 45 SOLD OUT SHOWS IN 2022 PROVES THAT THERE IS NO LIVE SHOW LIKE MY SON THE HURRICANE. THE BAND FEATURES TRUMPETS, SAXOPHONES, TROMBONES, DRUMS, GUITAR, KEYS, PERCUSSION AND A WILD FRONT WOMAN…WE DARE YOU NOT TO DANCE! IN 2023, THE BAND WILL TAKE ON AN OVER 70 DATE CANADA, UNITED STATES AND EUROPE-WIDE TOUR AND SHARE THE STAGE WITH ACTS LIKE FOO FIGHTERS, JASON ISBELL AND COLIN JAMES.
NAFTA
International Super Group
Nafta began at Isla Got Soul 2 when Brad, Sancho & Julian did a jam together. The name Nafta was a joke that stuck because of the Canadian, Mexico & U.S connection. No Nafta show is the same but the dance-floor will be hot!
Julian Camaz
Singer Songwriter
Julian Camaz also affectionately referred to as "Isla Elvis" is an Isla mainstay. A top notch entertainer & musician, his voice can be heard drifting down the streets on any given night.
El Pollo
Singer Songwriter - Canada
El Pollo is an Isla Mainstay one man party! An amazing entertainer and musician. Make sure not miss him.
Alejandro y Jorge
Amazing Local Duo
Both Alejandro & Jorge are masters of their instruments. They will take you on a journey of local and modern music all with a latin flair.
Los Ganjanistas
Isla Mujeres Reggae
The Ganjanistas bring true reggae vibes & mentality to stages across Isla Mujeres and beyond. Local favourites & amazing guys. To Satisfy your soul.