The seventh day of Ottawa Bluesfest 2026 proved to be one of the festival’s busiest nights, with one of the largest crowds of the week. While many fans packed LeBreton Flats to see country headliner Ella Langley, my attention was focused elsewhere.
The must-see performance of the evening came from viral Saguenay, Quebec math rock duo Angine de Poitrine.
It was my first time photographing and experiencing the band’s live show, and they exceeded every expectation.
Their performance was nothing short of mesmerizing. Blending intricate musicianship with explosive energy, Angine de Poitrine delivered a set that felt both technically impressive and completely unpredictable. Their music was truly out of this world, and if there’s one takeaway from their performance, it’s that they sound even better live than they do on record. Judging by the crowd’s reaction, I wasn’t the only one who felt that way, as the audience was fully immersed from start to finish.
Following that unforgettable set was Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sheryl Crow, whose stage area quickly became shoulder-to-shoulder with fans eager to hear her catalogue of hits.
I managed to catch performances of “A Change Would Do You Good” and “My Favorite Mistake”, unfortunately missing classics like “All I Wanna Do” and “If It Makes You Happy.”
I did, however, catch the closing moments of “Everyday Is a Winding Road.”
Her performance wrapped up in under an hour, leaving me wishing the set had been a little longer.
Kicking off the main stage was Nayana with some country pop music.
Over on the LeBreton Stage, Valerie June offered a refreshing change of pace with her warm blend of Americana, folk, soul, and pop. Her uplifting performance provided a welcome alternative for festival-goers looking to explore a different musical atmosphere.
To close out my evening, I headed over to catch Death From Above 1979, whose signature mix of noise rock, dance-punk, and electro-punk delivered an explosive finale. Their high-energy performance was the perfect choice for anyone looking to end the night with loud guitars, pounding rhythms, and plenty of intensity instead of country music.
Overall, Day 7 of Ottawa Bluesfest 2026 showcased the festival’s incredible diversity. From the jaw-dropping musicianship of Angine de Poitrine and the timeless hits of Sheryl Crow to Valerie June’s soulful Americana and Death From Above 1979’s relentless energy, it was another memorable night at LeBreton Flats.
Be sure to check out the photo gallery from another fantastic evening at Ottawa Bluesfest 2026.
