The Bassment is one of Canada’s premier jazz clubs and provides musicians of all skill levels a venue to showcase their talents in front of a live audience while accessing a variety of professional, concert-grade instruments. The club offers an intimate, personal concert space with a world-class stage for local, national, and international artists.
Here’s a sample of what’s happening next at The Bassment
Under the Rocks
April 1, 2025
BLUEGRASS SERIES • DOORS @6:30 • SHOW@ 7:30
https://www.undertherocksband.com
One of Canada’s premier bluegrass bands, Under the Rocks makes a big sound tipping its cap to tradition while incorporating singer-songwriter music intentionally put together with clever, inventive song arrangements, emotive instrumental breaks, and powerful vocal harmony. Featuring Jordan Klassen (guitar/vocals), Chloe Davidson (fiddle/vocals), Chris Baxter (banjo/mandolin/vocals), and Nils Loewen (bass). The band’s shows are full of dancing, laughter, joyful hoots and hollers, and occasional serene moments accompanied by tears and tranquil sighs of release or appreciation. Under the Rocks is touring in support of its second studio album, Honest Try. The album was produced by long-time bluegrass favourite Andrew Collins and boasts high calibre lyricism, musicianship, and production.
Sponsored by Northern Lights Bluegrass & Old Tyme Music Society
Rose Cousins
April 3, 2025
SONGWRITER SERIES • DOORS @ 6:30PM • SHOW@7:30PM
On her forthcoming record, Rose Cousins holds our hands as she guides us on a journey through the “conditions of love.” Ever the emotional explorer, the acclaimed, Nova-Scotia-based folk artist seeks truth, in all its imperfection, in the depths of our most complicated of emotions: love. Co-produced with trusted friend and longtime bandmate Joshua Van Tassel, this new collection of songs sees Rose return to her first love, the piano. “Piano is where I feel the most connected. It’s the best partner in expressing the emotion I’m mining,” she shares. Rose’s work as garnered her two JUNO Awards (2013’s We Have Made a Spark & 2021’s Bravado), two Canadian Folk Music Awards, eleven East Coast Music Awards and one Grammy nomination (2018’s Natural Conclusion), along with praise from the likes of the CBC, No Depression, LA Times, Billboard, Folk Alley, and NPR, who raved “Cousins’ disarmingly fluid vocal tone has the ability to convey the most internalized feelings without an ounce of fuss.” Over the years, she has shared stages with Patty Griffin, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Jann Arden, Bruce Cockburn, Josh Ritter, Kathleen Edwards, Joe Henry, Aoife O’Donovan and Anais Mitchell, and her music has fittingly underscored scenes from notable TV shows including Grey’s Anatomy, Fire Country, Station 19 and Batwoman along with several independent films.
Co-presented by the Broadway Theatre and the Bassment
The Mudd Brothers
April 5, 2025
ACOUSTIC ROOTS SERIES • DOORS @6:30 • SHOW@ 7:30
https://www.themuddbrothers.com
Voted Best Cover Band of 2024 in Planet S Magazine’s Best of Saskatoon readers’ poll, the Mudd Brothers employ a powerful cocktail of pawnshop acoustic guitars, mandolin, dobro, banjo, and suitcase drums, endearing themselves to fans with Americana versions of classic pop, rock, disco, funk, country, and folk tunes. The mix of high-energy music, irreverent fun, and an infectious sense of humour has made them a hit with audiences of all ages.
Sponsored by Backyard Living Center
The Carl Mayotte Quintet
April 9, 2025
JAZZ GROOVE SERIES • DOORS @ 7:30PM • SHOW@8:30PM
After an extraordinary 2024, marked by the release of a new album, several major award including a nomination for Best Album in Quebec, and a first European tour, Carl Mayotte and his quintet are back at The Bassment this spring to deliver what promises to be an electrifying and captivating performance. Carl Mayotte has a well-earned reputation for being one of most prominent bassists, composers, and band leaders in Quebec. Since turning pro at age 16, he has completed a master’s degree in jazz performance at McGill University, recorded four critically acclaimed albums, and gained the respect of many veteran musicians, including the legendary bassist Alain Caron. Featuring some of the best young musician in Quebec, the group will perform selections from Carl’s first three albums as well as tunes from the recently recorded tribute to Brazilian music, Carnaval. And just so you know, this group has developed a loyal and enthusiastic following in Saskatoon – so get your tickets early!
Sponsored by David’s Distinctive Men’s Apparel
Jane & Kyle
April 15, 2025
FIDDLE SERIES • DOORS @6:30 • SHOW@ 7:30
Canadian fiddle champions Jane Cory and Kyle Burghout join forces to create a unique sound, characterized by lush, twin fiddle harmonies, intricate arrangements, and heartfelt compositions. Jane is a Canadian Grand Masters Fiddle Champion and Kyle is a North American Irish Fiddle Champion. Their musical partnership is a seamless fusion of talent, deeply rooted in the vibrant fiddling traditions of their upbringings—Jane in Manitoba and Kyle in the Ottawa Valley. Having toured extensively across Canada, Jane & Kyle bring an infectious energy and warmth that captivate audiences.
Sponsored by Optika Eclectic Eyeware
Pete Oldridge & the Great Fuss: A Tribute to David Bowie
April 25, 2025
ROCKIN’ ROOTS SERIES • DOORS @ 7:30PM • SHOW@8:30PM
Join Pete Oldridge & the Great Fuss for an unforgettable night of David Bowie’s greatest hits. This show promises to bring back memories with a fun, lively, and energetic vibe. If you caught the Fuss’s incredible performance of the Beatles Rubber Soul album in January, you know this show is a “must see.” Lead singer and multi-instrumentalist Pete Oldridge is joined by Byron Shaw (guitar), Nevin Buehler (bass), and Fabian Minnema (drums/guitar). Don’t miss this exciting tribute to a music legend!
Sponsored by Backyard Living Center
