Calling JJ Shiplett a force of nature might be considered hyperbole to those who haven’t heard him perform live, but for anyone that has, it fits the bill just right.

Few artists can capture a person’s attention by way of song as effortlessly as JJ does. His signature raspy sound and powerful range always leave an impression.

The roots singer-songwriter first made his mark on the national music scene in 2017 with his CCMA-nominated album, Something to Believe In. He returned in 2020 with CCMA-nominated album, Fingers Crossed, and stripped-down album, Crossed Fingers.

Boasting over 10 million global streams, he is not only a distinguished artist but also recognized as one of Canada’s premier Americana-Roots musicians. And at this point in his career, the Western Canadian is content to take a backseat and let his songs lead the way.

His latest album, A Way Through Time was released in March 2024.

JJ Shiplett’s Should’ve Known Better tour arrives in Cranbrook’s Key City Theatre on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.

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