Blown away by the response to my Black Friday Sale! In case you missed it, it's all 15% off+The Empathist on vinyl or CD comes with a free copy of my album Between Hurricanes. Sale ends Fri, Dec 9th at midnight, so get ‘em while they’re hot! Use code BLACKFRIDAY15 at checkout on stephenfearing.com

BLACK FRIDAY SALE - 15% off everything in my shop PLUS with every copy of The Empathist (Deluxe sky blue vinyl with slipmat, Black vinyl, or CD) you'll get a copy of my Between Hurricanes album on CD for free! Use code BLACKFRIDAY15 at checkout. Sale runs until Friday, December 5th at 11:59 pm PST.

I'm back in Scotland next May for Beyond the Borders Scotland Folk Tours, beginning in Stirling. Over the coming weeks, I'll be posting a few videos of some drone footage and photography from previous tours and sharing more about how you can join me there. There's a link in my bio for details.

The sound of The Empathist is influenced by the brilliant multi-instrumentalist and Nashville studio musician, Jim Hoke, who brought his joy and musicality to play on so many instruments and was an essential part of the sessions. If it ain't Hoke, fix it!

The sound of The Empathist is influenced by the brilliant multi-instrumentalist and Nashville studio musician, Jim Hoke, who brought his joy and musicality to play on so many instruments and was an essential part of the sessions. If it ain't Hoke, fix it!

Taking a deep dive into the archives... Who is that young man? Article from 1991 for CKCU Radio in Ottawa by Joe Reilly "The Junos need a new award: 'Best Album Recorded by a Canadian and Released in Another Country but Unavailable in Canada.'

If you haven’t seen my new video for Best Road I’ve Known with The Sentimentals, in a car crossing the prairies, go give it a watch. Seeing the beauty of this country is a wonderful distraction from what ails you. It’s on YouTube, link in my bio.

What a lovely evening on Saturday at the sold out Tower of Song show at The McPherson in Victoria. I took a few shots from rehearsal and sound check of this beautiful space. Thanks Tower of Song for having me!

It’s been good to have some down time at home this week after touring. It’s been a busy few months! Thanks to everyone who made it out to one of my shows. One more show tomorrow then I’ll shift gears and work on a few special projects that have been waiting. 1. Sunset at Pearson Airport 2. Homeward

On my travels around Montreal I came upon one of the magnificent Leonard Cohen murals. It reminded me that I am part of the Nov 8th “Tower of Song” concert in Victoria at The McPherson Playhouse. It will be a special night of music, no doubt! Low ticket warning, get yours via Stephenfearing.com

I’m thrilled to be nominated in the category of Contemporary Singer of the Year for The Empathist in the 2026 Canadian Folk Music Awards! Thank you Canadian Folk Music Awards and congratulations to the other nominees 🎉

And just like that, another tour is done. Thanks to everyone who bought a ticket, came to a show, and bought some merch. Your support means so much. Thanks to The Sentimentals- John Dymond, MC Hansen, Jacob Lundby- for bringing The Empathist to life every night. A quick trip to Montreal, then home.

KINGSTON: I had a chat with the @whigstandard.bsky.social before my show tonigh. May still be a few tickets left to catch our penultimate show on this tour. Links to the article & tickets are in my bio. +LONDON: Some shots from last night & our stop at the old Kellogg factory. 📸 3: Stacy Sobotka

Yesterday: Guelph Sonic Hall (Jacob’s perspective behind the drums). And we dusted off our best Blue Steel looks for a photo shoot. Tonight, we are in London, ON at The Aeolian. It’s so great to bring The Empathist to these stages with The Sentimentals. I hope to see you out there.

If you weren't able to get tickets to my sold-out Red Bird Live show in Ottawa last weekend I'm playing a solo show just across the river in Chelsea, QC at the @motelchelsea.bsky.social . It's my last one on this leg of the tour, so come out and help me tie this one up Tickets via stephenfearing.com

A few snaps from our day off in Ottawa. Watched the Blue Jays game and took a drive up to Wakefield to see some colours. Was good for the soul. Tomorrow night we’re in Guelph, my old stomping grounds. If you’re around, c’mon down to @sonichall.bsky.social and say hi. Tickets via stephenfearing.com

It’s showtime! Midland was amazing! Toronto we’ll see you at @hughsroomlive.bsky.social tonight! There might be a few tickets left. Get ‘em fast! stephenfearing.com

Band - check! Gear - check! Rehearsal - check! Wheels - check! The Ontario tour is on the move. See you tonight Midland! (Last minute tickets via stephenfearing.com)

Guelph! Come down, have a seat and be comfortable. I'll be at The Sonic Hall with John Dymond and my band The Sentimentals a week from today, on October 22nd. Get your tickets now at The Sonic Hall's website or via stephenfearing.com

Who's coming to our show in Kingston? It's been ages since I've been back and I can't wait. I'm bringing John Dymond on bass and The Sentimentals from Denmark. It's going to be a fantastic night at Le Sésame Theatre on October 24th. Tickets via stephenfearing.com See you there!

Touring brings wonderful surprises - like recording impromptu hotel room jams with The Sentimentals and shooting this video in the Alberta badlands. I just released the video for Best Road I've Known Live on YouTube - go have a look, then come out and see us on tour in Ontario. Links are my bio.

*My good friend and award-winning bassist John Dymond will be joining me and The Sentimentals at The Aeolian Hall in London, Ontario on Thursday, October 23rd. It'll be so good to be back to play for my friends in Southern Ontario again. Tickets available via StephenFearing.com & The Aeolian website

Friday, October 17th - @hughsroomlive - I’ll be there with my band The Sentimentals and I can’t wait to play for my Toronto friends again! Get your tickets at StephenFearing.com or from Hugh’s Room. See you next week!

Calling friends in Simcoe County and Central Ontario: Thursday next week, October 16th, I kick off my Ontario tour with The Sentimentals in Midland at Midland Cultural Centre. It's going to be a special night. Get your tickets now via my website or from Midland Cultural Centre. See you next week!

I can't wait to continue The Empathist Tour with my band The Sentimentals in Ontario this month. These will be really special shows and it's tremendous that John Dymond will be joining us on bass. The chemistry is fantastic. Looking forward to seeing you there. Tickets via StephenFearing.com

The Empathist Sessions: I've known John Dymond since the mid-90s. I knew I wanted him on my latest album, The Empathist. I'm also thrilled to announce that he'll be joining me and The Sentimentals on our Ontario tour this month. Tickets via StephenFearing.com (stephenfearing.com)

Thanks John Kereiff, The Rock Doctor at Gonzo Okanagan for taking the time to listen to The Empathist and for your very kind review! If you want to read the whole thing, there's a link in my bio.

Last day of the tour in Weymouth - a sold out show in front of a dreamy audience - fantastic! Heading home now for a week or so, then off to Ontario to meet up again with The Sentimentals or another tour. Tickets are moving so don't wait to get yours. Details on my website, Stephenfearing.com

Scarborough! Fantastic gig and wonderful place to wander and take pics. Long drive today and the last night of this run is tomorrow night at Mission Hall in Sutton Poyntz near Weymouth, a lovely little hall that I have played many, many times. I'll see you tomorrow. Tickets via stephenfearing.com

Shrewsbury... It's been tremendous to be playing with The Sentimentals. They're heading back to Denmark now, but you can catch our tour in Ontario in October. In the meantime, I'll be playing The Old Parcel's Office Art Space in Scarborough (UK not TO heheh) tomorrow. Tickets via stephenfearing.com

TOUR DATE ADDED: I'll be playing a solo show on October 26th in Chelsea, QC. Shows with The Sentimentals have sold out in Ottawa and Burnstown. Still tickets available for Midland, Toronto, Guelph, London, and Kingston. Get 'em while you can! Ticket via StephenFearing.com See you in a few weeks!

Hepworth you are the best, my umpteenth time, second time with the band. I had a day off from the guitar and the steering wheel & took a walk above Hepworth Village. Last show with The Sentimentals is at The Hive tomorrow night. Hope to see you there. Tickets via stephenfearing.com or from The Hive.

Today we were back in the van on a beautiful day and off to the legendary Hepworth Village Hall. Soundcheck is done and we'll see you there tonight!

Last night was a gas and such a warm welcome at The Ropewalk. We're on stage shortly at The Witham and can't wait to play for our friends in Barnard Castle, Co. Durham. See you very soon!

Van? Check! Backline? Check! Band? On the way! Let the tour begin! I'll be performing tonight with The Sentimentals at The Ropewalk in Barton-Upon-Humber. Let's go!

After a redeye flight I stay awake all day. I try to go somewhere interesting and walk a lot. I drove up to Bury St. Edmunds and looked at some exquisite architecture in St. Edmundsbury Cathedral @stedscath.bsky.social and the ruins of the old Abbey. It’s 8:30 pm and I’m still awa…..

I'm so excited to be heading back to Shrewsbury next week with my band The Sentimentals who will be over from Denmark. We'll be playing The Hive and tickets are available on their website or through stephenfearing.com See you soon!

Packing for the tour. Our old cat “Capt’ (aka “the Pisser”) just got my guitar case... ugh! What to do? Upholstery cleaner loaded with “Urine Destroyer” (great punk band name...!) & boxes of baking soda. Pack the polka dot shirts and away we go, I’ll see you in England! (Francis knows I’m leaving.)

Durham, I'm really looking forward to playing The Witham in Barton Castle on Saturday for the first time. I had a chat with them for their podcast (link in my bio). I'll have my Danish Bandmates The Sentimentals with me and I hope to see you there! Tickets via StephenFearing.com or from The Witham.

For my friends in North Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire, I’ll be at The Ropewalk in Barton-Upon-Humber one week from today on September 19th playing with The Sentimentals. I can’t wait! Bring a friend and I’ll see you there! Tickets via stephenfearing.com or from The Ropewalk.

I'm excited to be coming to Ontario next month with my friends The Sentimentals. Burnstown is sold out, so don't miss out on your chance to catch the show. Tickets for Midland, Toronto, Guelph, London, and Kingston are on sale via my website (link in bio). See you there!

UK tour announcement! I'm heading to England for 4 shows with The Sentimentals and 2 solo shows September 19th - 28th. Please tell your friends in England, or if you're there, come and say hi!

Some pics of paragliders against an incredible west coast sunset down at Dallas Road two nights ago…. last of the summer wine!

May You Get To Heaven from The Empathist has this lyric that's worthwhile repeating: "Every soul has a need to be forgiven." Be kind out there.

I'll be bringing The Sentimentals to @sonichallguelph on October 22nd as part of The Empathist tour in Ontario. Tickets are now on sale! See you there.

The Empathist Sessions: Jim Hoke is a rare multi instrumentalist who masters each instrument as if it is his sole focus. A true musical explorer and a revered Nashville studio musician who finds joy in the play of music, Jim's understated demeanor and musicality that inspired our motto...

Flashback to Revelstoke and REVY.Live Outside last week. Gorgeous weather, beautiful scenery, wonderful people. Thanks for coming out! 1. Selkirk Mountains Selfie 2. Train tracks 3. Showtime

On my way back to Victoria from 3 nights in Revelstoke. Tomorrow I'm playing The Butchart Gardens with my trio. It's one of the most beautiful venues I've ever played. Come out if you're around!

Revelstoke - I'm playing a solo show in Queen Elizabeth Park on Friday, August 22 from 6:30 - 9:00 as part of REVY.Live Arts Revelstoke. Put on some pants and I'll see you there!

A few moody B&W shots from Nova Scotia as I pack up to get ready to drive to Revelstoke tomorrow. It's been a busy summer. Looking forward to catching my breath next week, but a few BC shows to do before then. Stay tuned! 1 - Hirtle's beach outside Lunenburg 2 & 3 - The old burying ground