Clean Breaks

Toronto-based clean|breaks fuses tight grooves, infectious funk, and rock-fueled energy into a vibrant instrumental sound. Guitarist Neil Hendry, drummer Tim Shia, and bassist Jordan Safer bring decades of stage experience from prestigious venues and festivals across Canada and beyond—with their recordings featured on radio airwaves around the world. Drawing on the locked-in legacy of The Meters, the urgency of The Fearless Flyers/Vulfpeck, and classic influences like Al Green, expect dance-inducing vibes all night long. Tight grooves. Sharp breaks. Instrumental funk-rock. Each month, the band will be joined by a special guest vocalist in their second set With Special guest powerhouse soul-rock vocalist Shezelle Weekes is a versatile and in-demand singer known for her powerful, soulful delivery and commanding stage presence. She has performed and recorded with Arkells, collaborated with Elise LeGrow, and shared the stage with Chantal Kreviazuk, Keshia Chanté, Kreesha Turner, Anjulie, Tyler Shaw, and Digging Roots. Expect an authentic, dynamic and deeply expressive performance. Neil Hendry, Guitar Tim Shia, Drums Jordan Safer, Bass