Victoria Canal, Jackson Lundy @ BALLARD HOMESTEAD

Abbey Arts and The Crocodile present:

Victoria Canal: www.victoriacanal.com

"For almost two years, singer-songwriter Victoria Canal used her gift primarily as a way to process grief. The result of this transformative period was 2022’s Elegy EP, a bittersweet collection of tracks. Now, after experiencing creative and emotional catharsis, Canal is turning the camera back on herself and zooming in further than ever before. Grown from heartache and made with unabashed honesty, her upcoming release finds the artist at her most vulnerable—and her most courageous.

Canal, who received the 2023 Rising Star award at the prestigious Ivor Novellos, embraces the discomfort of self-analysis. “These days I’m writing mostly to confront things about myself in order to gain more of an understanding and acceptance of them,” she shares. She first started sowing the seeds of her new project during quarantine, in part while watching the TV show Parenthood. She recognized herself in a people-pleasing character, remarking, “I’ve definitely shrunk myself down before to please everyone else. I deserve to take up space.”

Canal challenges the habit of self-shrinking across all of her work, magnifying parts of herself that she’s never openly shared before. The gentle gut-punch of opener “Shape” delves into the complex and intimate topic of body dysmorphia. Against folky guitar and airy backing vocals, her retrospective lyricism brings to the surface internalized moments, like the lasting impact of passing cruelty and the relationship between self-image and faith. These experiences are all too common for anyone who sits outside the status quo, and Canal reclaims her own power by bringing them to the surface on her own terms.

“She Walks In” continues to explore body image, this time from a more current perspective. “The idea of this song stems from a beautiful girl turning heads when she walks into a room. I have the experience of people staring at me, but it’s because of my limb difference,” Canal shares, “There’s an inherent yearning for people to look at me the way that they look at her.” This vulnerability comes through in her poignant reflections set against waltzing watery instrumentals. Its candid delivery and gentle rocking almost makes you forget its devastation. But she ensures that it can’t be ignored.

Canal recently made her acting debut exploring the ideas of confidence, belonging, and self-awareness with regard to limb difference in Apple TV+’s acclaimed anthology series Little America. She has also been featured in campaigns for Nike, LinkedIn, and Mastercard.

This project marks an expansion for Canal, not just thematically, but also with regard to her growth as an artist. Working with the likes of Sean Carey and Madison Cunningham helped push her creatively in a way she’s never experienced before. The artist attributes her new sound to her clear vision and the dedication she brings to her craft.

The project concludes with a sense of introspection and growth. After an impactful journey, Canal emerges with a renewed sense of self and a deeper connection to her artistry.” - Artist Bio

Jackson Lundy www.jacksonlundy.com

"If you ever wondered what a daydream sounds like, just listen to Jackson Lundy. As if projecting nostalgia in widescreen, he brings relatable memories to life in flickering flashes of pop, R&B, soul, rock, and country. His warm voice practically melts into creaking acoustic guitar and grainy beat-craft as a vibrant vision comes into focus on his 2024 full-length debut album, PEACHY KEEN [Nettwerk Music
Group], and more to come.

Unearthing formative experiences and sharing his life out loud, unfiltered and unabashed honesty
defines Jackson’s artistry to the core. “I strive to be as honest as I possibly can in every facet of my life—especially music,” he affirms. “I don’t want there to be a disconnect between who I am to friends, who I am as an artist, and who I am on social media. I want all of those things to be one. So, you’re getting my life in the songs.”

His life started in upstate New York where he grew up. Eventually, he attended Berklee College of Music in Boston, going on to kickstart his career with “Calypso” in 2017. The latter popped off to the tune of over 7 million Spotify streams, paving the way for his independent Aromatic EP. He maintained this momentum with “Morning Time” and “9 to 5” with Brasstracks who also invited Jackson as a special guest on the road. His catalog expanded with “Sophie,” “Mrs. Principal,” and “Lover Boy,” which eclipsed 5 million Spotify streams and counting. 2023 saw him serve up “Medicine” and canvas the continent on tour with November Ultra.

At the top of 2024, he inked a deal with Nettwerk Music Group and embarked on his next creative chapter. He recorded what would become PEACHY KEEN in Los Angeles and Nashville. This time around, he widened his sonic palette, embracing Americana, country, and grunge with open arms. “In the past, I’ve made very conceptual projects, but I looked at this as my opportunity to put every style I like into one body of work,” he notes. “I tried to be as diverse as possible. The production is very full, but it’s also intimate.” - Artist Bio

@ Ballard Homestead

7p doors, 7:30p show

All ages, mostly seated

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EVENT & VENUE INFO:

• Ballard Homestead is partially ADA accessible. Please email boxoffice@fremontabbey.org with questions and for accommodations. ballardhomestead.org/about
• Service animals as defined by the ADA are allowed. Service animals are defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.
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• Please leave quietly, it's a very quiet neighborhood.
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• Light snacks & non-alcoholic beverages may be available for purchase, but no other food or bar service at Ballard Homestead shows.
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