Cowboy Junkies

They’re a little bit country and a little bit alternative rock n’ roll.  Canadian siblings Margo (vocalist), Michael (songwriter/guitarist) and Peter Timmins (drummer), joined by bassist Alan Anton, started Cowboy Junkies more than two decades ago, playing clubs in Toronto’s Queen Street West.  Their blues-inspired debut album, “Whites Off Earth Now!!” was released in 1986 and was quickly followed with the renowned “The Trinity Session,” recorded in 1987 at Toronto’s Church of the Holy Trinity.  The band was nominated for Group of the Year at the June Awards in 1990 and 1991. 

While the Cowboy Junkies have been recognized for their inspired interpretations of classics like “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” and “Blue Moon,” they are best known for their original material – a unique blend of blues, country, folk, rock and jazz that has earned them critical acclaim and record sales topping four million.  The Junkies enjoy a dedicated worldwide following and tour extensively throughout North America, Europe, Japan and Australia.