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ARTIST BIOS

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Samuel Khoran and the Groove Kings

Samuel Khoran is a passionate guitarist and performer known for electrifying solo sets that blend blues and rock influences. Inspired by legends like Jimi Hendrix, Gary Moore, and Joe Bonamassa, Sam delivers soulful guitar work and a dynamic stage presence, captivating audiences in restaurants, local venues, and festivals alike. With a repertoire spanning timeless classics and virtuosic interpretations, Sam brings heart, energy, and authenticity to every performance.

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Sam Khoran - guitar and vocals

Matthew Page - bass

Max Kelly - drums

Kira Beattie

Hailing from Southern Ontario and now calling the mountains home, Kira brings a lifelong love of music to the stage. Raised in a house where everything from classic rock to opera echoed through the halls, Kira draws inspiration from a wide range of genres - folk, rock and roll, country, musical theatre, and more.

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After years of performing in open mics and cabarets around Banff - including two sets at the iconic Horse Thief Creek Pub - Kira is ready to explore the vibrant music scene in the valley. With heartfelt vocals and a deep appreciation for storytelling through song, Kira offers an eclectic sound rooted in passion and authenticity.

James Sullivan

Originally from Northeastern Ontario, he has been living in the mountains of the west for the past 12 years and currently lives in Brisco BC. A singer songwriter playing deep cut Canadian content and originals accompanied by his acoustic guitar.

Kiley McKergow

My name is Kiley McKergow, and I’m a 16-year-old musician with a passion for guitar and live performance. Originally from Calgary, Alberta, I moved to the Columbia Valley in 2020, where I’ve continued to grow as an artist. Music has been a big part of my life since I first picked up the guitar at age eight, and over the past year, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to work with Oso Simple.

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Last year, I performed on the tweener stage at the Steamboat Mountain Music Festival—an experience that inspired me to take my musical journey even further. Thanks to that opportunity, I applied for and was honored to receive a bursary, which has helped me continue developing my skills and passion. I’m thrilled to be part of this vibrant music community and excited to share my love for music with festival audiences.

Augustus Boyer

Gus Boyer is a pianist, born and raised in the Kootenays. He took lessons with local piano teacher Tanya Dubois before going to the University of Lethbridge to get his Bachelor of Music in piano performance. He is now going into his fourth and final year at the University of Lethbridge. He has performed in a variety of music festivals in both BC and Alberta. He has always enjoyed performing and collaborating with a variety of musicians. Some of his favourite composers to perform are Chopin, Liszt, and Brahms. Gus loves to challenge himself and work on harder and more virtuosic repertoire every year.

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