Calgary’s indie-folk outfit The Sour Patch Men blends sharp modern songwriting with the warmth of traditional arrangements, creating a sound that feels both timeless and daring. Beloved for their disarming stage presence, quick wit, and high-voltage energy, the band has carved out a reputation as fearless innovators in the folk and bluegrass scene. Their latest record, The Second Best Band in Bowness, pushes the boundaries of modern bluegrass with unflinching creativity. Their earlier EPs, Pucker (2024) and Danger, Do Not Operate (2024), both climbed to #5 on the !earshot National Folk/Roots Chart, earning them recognition on campus and community radio stations across Canada.
Name:
The Sour Patch Men
Genre:
Indie-folk
Founded:
2017ish
# of Albums:
One
Latest Album:
The Second Best Band In Bowness
Latest Single:
Wisdom Of The Wise
Latest Video:
Favourite musician growing up:
Jeordie Osbourne White, Everclear, Stompin’ Tom Connors, and Survivor
Favourite musician now:
Boards of Canada, Slipknot, Johnny Cash, and the Beatles
Guilty pleasure song:
Anything by Limp Bizkit
Live show ritual:
Stay hydrated!
Favourite local musician:
I will take the diplomatic route and avoid saying anyone we have a personal relationship and say Tea Fannie! She’s a great artist and just a generally positive source of good energy in the scene
EP or LP?
LP
Early bird or night owl?
Both. Naps are the secret. Nothing interesting ever happens at 2 in the afternoon.
Road or studio?
Studio.
Any shows or albums coming up?
The digital release of our debut album, The Second Best Band in Bownes, is on September 24, and we have a very special live show planned for the vinyl release on November 15 at Mikey’s Juke Joint with the legendary Bowness band The Bownesians, as well as other notable community artists.
Where can we follow you?
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Rapid Fire Local Questions:
What is your favourite local restaurant?
Native Tongues Taqueria
What is your favourite street in your city and why?
Crescent Rd NW, free parking!
What is your favourite park in your city and why?
Prince’s Island Park, great venue and river access
What is your favourite music venue in your city?
Palomino!!!!
What is your favourite music store in your city?
Recordland!!!!
