“We're a steel string band in a steel city”

Wreckless Harbour

Short Bio

Wreckless Harbour is an indie folk band from Hamilton, Canada, blending the timeless warmth of acoustic string band instrumentation and four-part vocal harmonies with the energy and edge of contemporary indie folk. At the heart of their music is a dedication to melodious and narrative songwriting that honours folk traditions while speaking directly to the experiences of today’s audiences. Wreckless Harbour has been actively performing their repertoire of original music since 2022.

Wreckless Harbour recorded their debut album, Step Lightly, with producer Steven Ryan of Canary Minor Music. Released in two digital EPs—Side A (November 2024) and Side B (May 2025)—the project culminates in a full album release in June 2026.

Following their selection from the 2026 Emerging Artists Showcase for the Mariposa Folk Festival, the band is poised for a breakout year. Proudly rooted in Hamilton’s growing music scene, Wreckless Harbour continues to grow their audience while establishing their place in the Canadian folk music community and beyond.

Photo credit: Jared Helder
 

Press photos

Photography by Jared Helder

Music

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    Step Lightly 4:56
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    Lonesome Wind 3:03
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    Heavy Days 4:22
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    Gold 2:43
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    Run 3:26
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    No Anchor 4:08
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    Brighton Beach 3:55
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Videos

Stage Plots

4 Microphone Tech Rider Four vocal microphones and DIs for all instruments 324 KB
Condenser Microphone Tech Rider For intimate venues - all four band members sing into the condenser microphone; standing microphone to the side for soloing instruments 151 KB

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