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Montréal Celebrates Folk Music with Star-Studded Awards

2/21/2025

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The vibrant city of Montréal, Quebec, recently hosted the International Folk Music Awards, celebrating the heart and soul of folk music. Crys Matthews shone as Artist of the Year, while Susan Werner's work earned Album of the Year. Dan Navarro's poignant tune captured Song of the Year, and the legendary Indigo Girls and Lesley Riddle received Lifetime Achievement Awards, honoring their lasting impact on the genre.

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The vibrant city of Montréal, Quebec, recently hosted the International Folk Music Awards, celebrating the heart and soul of folk music. Crys Matthews shone as Artist of the Year, while Susan Werner's work earned Album of the Year. Dan Navarro's poignant tune captured Song of the Year, and the legendary Indigo Girls and Lesley Riddle received Lifetime Achievement Awards, honoring their lasting impact on the genre.