Press Kit

"Blending the crystalline storytelling of Nanci Griffith with the social and melodic depth of Baez and Mitchell, Susan Isaac is more than just a seasoned performer - she’s a master weaver of song. In combination with a luminous vocal prowess, sophisticated guitar work and truly engaging stage presence, Isaac proves herself to be a rare, authentic force in the Canadian folk music landscape."

--Rhea March, School of Song mentor and CJSR Radio Host

“From her very first Saskatoon performance at D’Lish by Tish Café, Susan Isaac captivated the room with her powerful and heartfelt vocals, honest songwriting, and confident, strong musicianship. Her songs blend rich storytelling with emotional depth, creating an intimate connection that lingers long after the final note."

--Heidi Munro, D’Lish by Tish Cafe Entertainment Coordinator and Touring Artist

"Our New Moon Folk Club community loves [Susan Isaac] and wanted more!"

--Stuart Muir, Artistic Director, New Moon Folk Club

About

Susan Isaac is a Manitoba-born folk singer/songwriter making music in Edmonton. A powerhouse vocalist and multi-instrumentaIist, Susan crafts enduring songs reflecting on themes of land, loss, home, belonging, and parenthood.

Born to folk singer Carol Isaac and a family that prioritized music, Susan wrote her first song at the age of 5, joined her first choir at the age of 7, and spent the rest of her childhood making as much music as possible with family and friends in the small community of Stonewall, Manitoba (which she grew up outside of)—and, increasingly, Winnipeg as she got older and sought new performance opportunities. She was a participant in the inaugural year of the Young Performers Program at the Winnipeg Folk Festival.

When life asserted itself, Susan chose to direct her attentions elsewhere, working in community development, travelling and eventually having two children and moving to Edmonton. Through some chance intersections, she began song-writing 2 years ago to process the death of her father, which opened the floodgates to a torrent of songs and musical aspirations as of yet unexplored.

Over the last two years as the lead singer of The Night Warblers, Susan honed her songwriting and storytelling, and is now developing her solo career.

Debut Single

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Edmonton Folks

compiled by Marten Borch and featuring Loud in the Pines, Halfway Home, Darla Daniels, Susan Isaac, Riwo, Von Bieker, Ben Sures, Night Howl, Jed and the Valentine, Mikayla Bortscher, Sir Kadian, Roya Camille, Megan Lange, Andrew Gummer, Sam Steffen, Tamarack Cunningham, Nick Lange, Jarred Albright, and Mallory Chipman