Madison Violet

Ontario

Madison Violet is a Toronto-based duo, consisting of Cape Bretoners Lisa MacIsaac (vocals, guitar, fiddle, mandolin) and Brenley MacEachern (vocals, guitar, banjo, harmonica). Together, they've been touring the globe non-stop for 10 years, from Antigonish to Australia, and Geneva to Grenada.

Their first disc, "Worry the Jury" (2004), was an introduction to the lush arrangements and radio-friendly harmonies that would become a Madison Violet hallmark, with their sophomore album "Caravan" (2006) further exploring and incorporating country-infused, toe-tapping melodies.

Their breakthrough album, "No Fool for Trying" (2009) showcased Madison Violet’s heartfelt (and often heartbreaking) lyrics in brilliant contrast to their uplifting arrangements, pushing their graceful harmonies to the surface.

Receiving a mass of acclaim, "No Fool for Trying" made dedicated fans of even the most hard-to-crack critics. Ultimately, Madison Violet captured the attention of Mojo Magazine, landing “Small Of My Heart” on the publication’s distinguished playlist, Mojo’s Top 10, in December 2009.

The duo has sold-out venues across North America and Europe, had the prestigious distinction of touring with Stuart McLean’s Vinyl Cafe, and has shared stages with contemporaries such as Chantal Kreviazuk, Ron Sexsmith and The Indigo Girls. With their newest effort, The Good in Goodbye (2011), Madison Violet prove they’re among Canada’s brightest singer/songwriters.