The Dead South

On March 17, 2026 at Le Transbordeur in Villeurbanne, The Dead South returns with its folk‑bluegrass from the Canadian plains. An acoustic quartet formed in Regina, Saskatchewan, the band lines up banjo, mandolin, guitar and cello for tight harmonies and trotting rhythms. Without drums but with a keen sense of syncopation and interlocking vocals, The Dead South develops a percussive, precise approach, ranging from western‑tinged ballads to more urgent numbers. On stage the aesthetic stays pared back: the arrangements let the strings breathe and the vocal dynamics drive each song straight to the point. The lyrics speak of dusty roads, dark turns and battered characters, in an unabashed bluegrass tradition. It’s enough to carry both their recent repertoire and their signature tunes, powered by a straightforward acoustic sound and a concentrated stage presence. Head to Villeurbanne to see the Canadian quartet in a raw, unadorned format.