Francis Baptiste with Jodie B

Live Music Events in Kelowna

Powerful Indigenous storytelling meets genre-bending live performance

Live music in Kelowna continues Saturday, April 11 as Francis Baptiste takes the stage at Red Bird Brewing for a special ticketed performance from 8pm to 11pm. Known for his powerful songwriting and deeply personal storytelling, Baptiste brings an unforgettable night of roots, rock, and Indigenous narrative to one of Kelowna’s favourite live music venues.


Francis Baptiste is an Indigenous songwriter whose music explores cultural reclamation, addiction, healing, and fatherhood. His debut album Sneqsilx (Family) introduced listeners to songs written partly in Nsyilxcən, the endangered language of the Syilx people, reflecting his commitment to reconnecting with and preserving his heritage. He followed this with Senklip, the Trickster, an album that dives into oral traditions, intergenerational trauma, and the challenges of recovery while navigating life as a father.


In 2025, Baptiste released Lived Experience in East Vancouver, a raw and honest album centred on his personal battle with addiction. His work has been described as “visceral and full-on rocking” by The Vancouver Sun and “lushly hypnotic” by CBC. Through powerful vocals and emotionally driven songwriting, Baptiste creates performances that are both intimate and electrifying.

Jodie B

Opening the evening is Jodie B, a live looping indie folk hip hop artist known for her genre blending sound and captivating stage presence. From busking on city streets to performing on international festival stages, Jodie B has built a reputation for dynamic live performances that combine heartfelt lyricism with layered instrumentation. A producer and multi instrumentalist, she has collaborated with artists including Snotty Nose Rez Kids and Slug of Atmosphere.


Jodie B is also the co-owner of Frequency Sound 528, a recording studio and café focused on creating collaborative and supportive creative spaces for artists. Her unique live looping performances bring together elements of indie folk, hip hop, and electronic production into a sound that is both personal and immersive.


This special ticketed concert at Red Bird Brewing is part of the brewery’s ongoing live music series featuring touring and regional artists performing in an intimate setting in the heart of Kelowna.


Tickets are $15 in advance online and $20 at the door. Music runs from 8pm to 11pm.