LINCOLN CITY – Mama’s Broke, a new folk duo based out of New Orleans and Halifax, will bring their haunting sound to the Lincoln City Cultural Center on Thursday, April 13. Fresh from an appearance on the NPR Tiny Desk concert, these musicians craft a sound that artfully weaves old-time, Quebecois, blues, punk, Celtic, Balkan and doom metal into a hypnotic and energizing tapestry of original music.  Showtime on the 13th is 7 pm. Reserved seats are on sale now.

The connection between Amy Lou Keeler and Lisa Maria draws the listener in as they effortlessly move through dark, lonesome, and intricate acapella songs to fiery, ripping fiddle/banjo tunes accompanied by foot percussion and driving guitar rhythms.  Their debut album Count the Wicked won them a Canadian Folk Music Award in 2017 for ‘ Ensemble of the Year’ as well as a nomination for ECMA ‘ Rising Star Award.’ Their sophomore album Narrow Line , released in 2022 on Free Dirt Records, was featured in The Bluegrass Situation , Hollar Country, No Depression, Folk Radio UK’s “top ten of the year” as well as being placed on NPR’s taste maker and Tiny Desk host Bob Boilen’s “What I’m Listening To Right Now” Spotify playlist.   Narrow Line is currently in the running for 2023 Canadian Folk Music Award ‘ vocal group of the year’ and has also been nominated for a Juno award (Best Traditional Roots Album of The Year).

In a perpetual state of transience, the duo has spent a majority of the previous decade pounding the transatlantic-tour-trail. They have supported acts such as Sierra Ferrell, Tim Eriksen, and La Vent du Nord as well as co-headlined tours with Matt Heckler, Willi Carlisle and Rufus Nightjar.  From notable international folk festivals to DIY punk houses to activist gatherings to opera houses and everywhere in-between, Mama’s Broke has garnered a passionate and loyal fanbase in North America, Europe, and the UK.

Those who wish to attend the concert should leave extra time for parking, as the Cultural Plaza outdoor renovation project has begun. Upon arrival, watch for “Event Parking” signs and follow the directions of the posted volunteers and staff.

The Lincoln City Cultural Center is located at 540 NE Highway 101, Lincoln City, OR. 97367. For information, visit our website at lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call at 541-994-9994.