Jon and Roy

There’s an easygoing magnetism to Jon Middleton and Roy Vizer. Seasoned musicians and longtime friends, their brand of indie folk rock is a genre in itself—one that evokes freewheeling summer days, winding stretches of road, and the pull of the journey. With over 250 million streams worldwide, it’s clear that countless listeners have been captivated by Jon and Roy and the stories they tell.

Of course, these West Coast troubadours are no strangers to the road—or to big crowds. Joined by Esme John on bass and Dave St. Jean on trombone, the talented quartet have brought their infectious live energy to stages across Canada (Edmonton Folk Festival, Kaslo Jazz Fest, Winnipeg Folk Festival, Ottawa Bluesfest), the U.S. (BottleRock in California, Levitate Music Festival in Massachusetts), and across Europe, from Germany’s Bulli Summer Festival to France’s Rock Les Bains, Hungary’s Sziget Festival, and the U.K.’s Boardmasters. 

2024 marked their biggest European tour to date, with sold-out venues across the continent and a standout performance at Switzerland’s renowned Zermatt Festival. The momentum continues in Spring 2026, as Jon and Roy return to Europe with new music, new audiences, and even bigger stages in sight.

Renowned for their dynamic and heartfelt live shows, Jon and Roy weave together Middleton’s stirring vocals and thoughtful lyricism with Vizer’s instinctive rhythm and impeccable timekeeping. Combined with the sonic glue of John’s intricate bass playing and St. Jean’s effervescent trombone, their performances have been lifted to new heights — transforming packed venues into joy-filled, sweat-soaked dance parties that blur the line between audience and band.

From touring with legends like Toots and the Maytals, Xavier Rudd, and The Cat Empire, to selling out iconic venues such as Vancouver’s Commodore Ballroom, Jon and Roy have earned their reputation as one of Canada’s most engaging live acts. And while their songs have reached global audiences through placements on HBO, NBC, MTV, and major campaigns for Lululemon, Volkswagen, and Scotiabank, it’s on stage—where rhythm meets soul and every show feels like a shared celebration—that Jon and Roy truly shine.