The Cap
Doors 7:30PM / Show 8PM
$15 adv / $20 at the door
School House
https://schoolhouseband.com/
After moving in together in 2021, three best friends discovered their new home was a century-old schoolhouse - inspiring the name and giving them a dedicated space to create. Since then, the group has rapidly gained attention, opening for Canadian music icon Alan Doyle, being named Group of the Year at the 2024 Ottawa Music Awards, and having their debut release awarded Album of the Year by Faces Magazine. The band then secured a coveted spot in the 2024 Mariposa Folk Festival lineup by winning the Artist Showcase - where they were celebrated as “fan favourites” by the festival. In 2025, they further cemented their place as one of Canada’s most exciting acts by winning the Boots and Hearts emerging artist showcase.
Their sound was born around a campfire, taking turns sharing songs and joining in three-part harmony. They combine upbeat singalongs with emotive folk ballads to bring a wise, yet youthful perspective to the Canadian music scene. Releasing their debut album in 2023 and an Acoustic EP in 2024, the band is set to release their highly anticipated album in early 2026.
Braden Lam
https://bradenlam.com/
Blending authentic songwriting with modern indie flair, Braden Lam is forging the path to a new 21st century sound. The young artist from Halifax, Canada meets the moment on The Cloudmaker’s Cry, an album that makes good on the promise of this folk wunderkind, with music reminiscent of a bygone era set to lyrics pulsing with the urgency and anxiety of today. The titular Cry evokes many kinds—cries of joy, of sorrow, of protest, of rage, of grief—as Lam pushes his voice to new edges exploring these expressions, and then some. He hones in and drills down on the complexity of relationships, the mundanity of adulthood, and the lasting impact of history.
Accessibility & safety notes:
-The Cap record store is accessible during daytime hours through the Queen Street entrance and the Tannery. Ground floor washrooms can be accessed in this space. There is one step to access the Sea Can. Events at night in the Cap are accessible through the Tannery - there are not steps or stairs to enter the Cap. The Wilser's Room & Nest Patios require climbing a full set of stairs. Wilser's Room washrooms require climbing an additional 6 stairs.
- Events in the Tannery parking lot are gated, accessible at ground level, and are typically accessible to all ages (determined per event). Washrooms can be accessed through the fire exit of the CAP (right side of the building facing King street), through the King street entrance of Klub Krome. There are also occasions in which porta potties are present at these events, located close to the performance area.
- If you use a wheelchair or walking aid, please e-mail thecaprecordstore@gmail.com the day before the show so we can prepare adequate space for you.
- Washrooms are gender inclusive (femme/non-binary and masculine/non-binary). Patrons are encouraged to use whichever washroom they feel most comfortable in, and will have the support of our staff in using the washroom of their choosing.
- The Cap Safer Spaces policy is in place for the duration of the event. Should you feel unsafe at any time, please speak with any staff member or email thecaprecordstore@gmail.com
- Pets are not allowed during events, to ensure the comfort and safety of the animals. Service animals allowed with proper verification and demarcation.