Francis Baptiste (Firehall Brewery)

In 2022 Indigenous songwriter Francis Baptiste released his debut album, Sneqsilx (Family), an album that features songs sung in his native language Nsyilxcən [nah-silk-sen], the endangered language of the Syilx [see-ilks] people. The 10-song album was his effort to preserve and connect with his heritage. The chance to reconnect with his roots helped him through turbulent times.

Now as a self-described “washed-up, divorced, recovering alcoholic trying to balance being a single father and being a middle-aged musician,” he’s ready to reconnect with his Oliver roots and rock the Firehall stage!

Entry by donation upon entry. Please have your donation dollars ready at the door (cash/debit/credit). Seating is first-come-first-serve.