Amy Bishop

CONCERT: February 13, 2026

WORKSHOP: February 12, 2026

Amy Bishop is a singer-songwriter known for her expressive vocals, honest storytelling, and quick wit. A finalist on The Launch, Amy delivers performances that are as engaging and funny as they are heartfelt, blending original songs with re-imagined covers that feel entirely her own. Her shows are warm, intimate, and full of genuine connection..

Songwriters In-the-Round

The following artists will appear on stage with Amy Bishop as part of the opening In-the_Round songwriter spotlight

Veronica Raine

Veronica Raine is an indie folk singer-songwriter from Southern Alberta. She began publicly performing at thirteen, crafting emotionally honest songs rooted in vivid personal storytelling, with influences ranging from Eddie Vedder to Joni Mitchell. Her debut single received radio play across Canada, marking an early national reach for her work. Veronica has been featured on 88.1’s Southern Alberta Songwriter Showcase, reached the Elite Eight round in the YYC Songwriter Showdown, and participated in The Calgary Songsmiths Vol. 3. She is known for her emotional vulnerability and her ability to form deep connections with audiences.

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Garry Stickel

Garry Stickel is a seasoned singer-songwriter whose roots run deep in the heart of rural Alberta. A lifelong writer, he weaves lyrically rich stories with quiet wisdom, clarity, and strength, all set within a country, roots, and blues framework that is as uniquely personal as it is easy to embrace. Many of Garry’s songs reflect his rural upbringing, inviting listeners to take a journey through Alberta’s landscapes and history while connecting their own memories to his. His music is defined by an authenticity and originality that can only come from someone so deeply embedded in the traditions and rhythms of his surroundings

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