Plateau triple: Ariane Simard, Tristan Guay et Sofia Duhaime | Animé par Wassim Aboutanos

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Discover our local artists:

Ariane Simard, an emerging singer-songwriter from the Outaouais region who made her breakthrough on *La Voix* 2023 (Marc Dupré’s team), captivates audiences with her heartfelt music, driven by catchy melodies and deeply human lyrics. Through songs like “Traverser les saisons” and “Comment avancer,” she explores relationships, doubt, hope, and those transformative moments. Her touching voice and authenticity create an immediate connection with the audience, both on stage and in the studio.

Then there’s Tristan Guay, who navigates between folk rock and pop, drifting on modern surf currents where emotions take shape before words. Hailing from Gatineau, he released *Dans une autre vie* in 2023, a striking debut mini-album, following his notable appearance at the Granby International Song Festival. Tristan deepens his sonic universe, embracing solitude in all its vulnerability. He presents Jardin de regrets, his latest mini-album released in the spring of 2026, with disarming energy and authenticity. An introspective and touching album where memories take root in the shadows.

Winner of the 2023 People’s Choice Award at the Granby International Song Festival, Sofia Duhaime captivates audiences with her soulful voice and rare stage presence. Hailing from the Outaouais region, she delivers vibrant folk-rock that blends softness and power. Inspired by artists such as Stevie Nicks, Florence + The Machine, and Pierre Lapointe, Sofia delivers a performance that is both intimate and majestic, illuminated by a magnetic presence. With Lune d’argent (2025), her debut album, she reveals herself as an authentic artist who weaves together finesse, vulnerability, poetry, and inner strength.

Photo credits for Tristan Guay: Philip Walker / For Sofia Duhaime: Shirah Brennan