"Tight harmonies, lovely melodies and wonderful wit. One of myfavorite new acts! These ladies share an abundance of talent in every performance. Love them!"
- Lisa Ferraro / Music Producer / National Women's Music Festival
ABOUT THE BAND
The Backyard Betties, a 4-piece band based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, offer an authentic folk/ Americana style show. The band engages audiences with Nancy Laberge's witty banter and heartfelt original songs, the high-energy background vocals of Pip Hazell, the vocal-harmony and driving beats of Sarah Nielsen and the captivating lead guitar of Mark Cassano. Together, they skillfully communicate personal experiences of love, life, and loss through their music, creating a genuine and relatable connection with their listeners.
The High - OUT NOW!
BACKYARD BETTIES "Folk Recording of the Year"
The Backyard Betties took home the award for "Folk Recording of the Year" for their latest single "The High" at the 2024 YYC Music Awards on September 29, 2024. The High was released in early 2024 and written by Nancy Laberge, performed by the Backyard Betties and produced by Troy Kokol of Reluctant Cowboy Records, Calgary.
