Harry Manx

Harry Manx is a singular figure in the global roots scene, best known for his pioneering 'Mysticssippi' sound which synthesizes Delta blues with Hindustani classical music. Born on the Isle of Man and based in Canada, Manx's artistic identity was forged during a five-year apprenticeship in India under Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, the creator of the Mohan Veena.

This 20-stringed hybrid instrument allows Manx to employ traditional Indian slide techniques (meend) within the framework of Western folk and blues. His career arc is defined by a consistent exploration of this cross-cultural dialogue, earning him multiple Juno nominations and Maple Blues Awards. Critically, he is lauded for his ability to maintain the emotional integrity of both genres without descending into 'world music' kitsch. His influence is felt most strongly in the acoustic blues community, where he has expanded the harmonic vocabulary of the genre. Manx operates his own label, Dog My Cats Records, maintaining a fiercely independent approach to production that favors warm, dry, and intimate sonics.