An Evening with Cowboy Junkies – Celebrating 40 Years

Sometimes revolutions begin quietly.

In 1988, Cowboy Junkies proved that there was an audience waiting for something quiet, beautiful and reflective. The Trinity Session was like a whisper that cut through the noise — and it was compelling. It stood out in the midst of the flash and bombast that came to define the late 80’s. The now classic recording combined folk, blues and rock in a way that had never been heard before and went on to sell more than a million copies.

Formed in Toronto in 1985 with siblings Michael Timmins on guitar, Margo Timmins on vocals, Peter Timmins on drums, and Michael’s lifelong friend Alan Anton on bass, the band has sparkled over the course of 29 albums. “I’ve known Alan longer than I’ve known Pete,” says Michael. “We were friends before Pete was born.”

Unlike most long-lasting groups, Cowboy Junkies have never had a break up or taken a sanity-saving hiatus. There’s an appreciation of each other that keeps them constantly working. “It’s that intimacy and understanding of what each one of us brings to the table,” says Michael. Cowboy Junkies’ will be performing a career-spanning show, including their new album, ‘Such Ferocious Beauty’, which was released worldwide on June 2, 2023 to universal critical acclaim.

REVIEWS

“Whisper-close vocals, subtle instrumentation and the audience filling the space with silent enthusiasm, it’s everything a fan could hope for” – Andy Hazel (The Music)

“She [Margo Timmins] is, quite simply, the best singer in the lifespan of whatever we might choose to call this genre of music,” – Americana Highways

“The intentional unpredictability of the Junkies’ studio recordings was reproduced magnificently throughout the night, enhanced by the red-curtained, smokescreen ambiance of the space. Everyone in attendance was taken by this lushness” – Sophia Shen (Berkley B-Side)

“You get great vocal work, terrific guitar playing, gorgeous lyrics and so much more at a Cowboy Junkies show.” – The Mercury

“The Cowboy Junkies remain one of the best bands to ever come out of Canada and have lost nothing over the years” – Progressive Ears

“Margot’s voice remains as strong and clear and beautiful as ever it was – along with the rest of the band, she performed beautiful songs beautifully.” – Steve McCabe (The Crave Podcast)