Sometimes, Folk Fest gets accused of not really being that much of a "folk" fest per say, and that can be a fair criticism. (It's more of a singer-songwriter fest, in my opinion). However, don't let that fool you into thinking that folk has no place here. Great Lake Swimmers, today's Folk Fest get to know, fits the bill perfectly.
You could easily say that they are one of Canada's more-treasured folk acts, and you wouldn't be wrong in saying that. This is their third time playing Folk Fest since 2006, so they are no strangers to this dance. Whether you catch them on the mainstage on Friday, or at the From Sea to Sea session on Sunday - which might be one of the best sessions of the weekend - Great Lake Swimmers are essential for the Folk Fest experience.