Biography

She’s based in London, he’s from Montreal and they make one marvelous noise together. – Roddy Hart, BBC Radio Scotland

A musical correspondence between Montreal’s JF Robitaille and London’s Lail Arad led to a tour of Italy, which led to some co-writing, which led to recording, which led to international radio-play, which led to 42 dates across the UK, Europe and India, which led right back to the studio, which led to “The Photograph”, and more touring, and now a new single “Heathrow”, and yes, more touring.

You really should take the opportunity to go and see them, it’s such a special combination and a great, great opportunity… Superb stuff. – John Kennedy, Radio X

JF Robitaille:

JF Robitaille has long been celebrated as one of the most engaging songwriters in Canada. His 3rd album “Palace Blues” (Sparks/Universal, 2016) and single “Missing You” (feat. Julie Doiron) reached #4 on the CBC Radio 2 national charts. He’s opened for the likes of St. Vincent, Jonathan Richman and Sean Lennon and has toured extensively throughout Canada and Europe.

JF Robitaille’s songs are so original that no comparisons are necessary. – Der Spiegel

Robitaille is quite the pop tune-smith whipping off hook-laden numbers that feature smart lyrics, written from the perspective of the last romantic out there. – Montreal Gazette

Lail Arad:

Lail Arad’s second album “The Onion” (The Vinyl Factory, 2016) received UK radio play from the likes of Lauren Laverne (BBC 6 Music), John Kennedy (Radio X), Jarvis Cocker (BBC 6 Music) and Robert Elms (BBC Radio London). Press coverage included The Financial Times, London Evening Standard, Paper Mag and Clash. The album also recieved extensive coverage in France and Germany. In 2016 Lail was awarded Women Make Music funding from the PRS Foundation.

A brilliant lament about 16 million cases of heartbreak by the wonderful Lail Arad. – Billy Bragg

This is literate acoustic singer-songwriter fare at its best… Album of the year contender.– The Arts Desk

JF Robitaille Online:
Facebook.com/jfrobitaille
Twitter.com/jfrobitaille
Instagram.com/jfrobitaille

Lail Arad Online:
Facebook.com/lailaradmusic
Twitter.com/lailarad
Instagram.com/lail.arad

Upcoming Concert Dates

February 11, 2020, The Coronet Theatre, London, UK

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