Martha Wainwright
Singer-Songwriter · CA · Active since 1976

Martha Wainwright

Unflinching folk with a theatrical edge. Raw, jagged vocals and acoustic intensity that feels like a private conversation turned into a public exorcism.

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Born in 1976, Canadian singer-songwriter Martha Wainwright is a folk musician with seven critically acclaimed studio albums. Influenced by Leonard Cohen, she comes from a prominent musical family. Beyond her celebrated live performances, Wainwright has appeared in films like The Aviator and the miniseries Olive Kitteridge. Based in Montreal, she currently owns and operates Ursa, a multifaceted venue that functions as a café, concert hall, bar, and recording studio.

Our Catalog6 Albums · 1997 · 2021
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