A true preserver of the spirit of folk music, twice Juno-nominated Maria Dunn is often compared to Woody Guthrie for her keen social awareness and melodic songs rooted in people’s history. Her 7th album Joyful Banner Blazing celebrates resilience, gratitude, solidarity and the love that fires our actions to make the world a better place. Produced by Shannon Johnson (of Juno-winning band The McDades), Joyful Banner Blazing flew at #1 for 4 weeks on Alberta’s CKUA Radio.
Edmonton-based, Maria tours internationally. 2017 Juno Nominee – Traditional Roots (Gathering) & 2016 Edmonton Music Prize Winner (Gathering), her songwriting accolades include publication in Penguin Eggs, Sing Out! and Rise Again.