The Rural Alberta Advantage is an indie rock band whose music taps into the broad landscape of emotions and experiences rooted in hometown nostalgia and the rugged tradition of storytelling. Formed in Toronto in 2005, the band consists of Nils Edenloff, singer and guitarist originally from Alberta, which inspired the band's name; Amy Cole, providing backing vocals, keyboards, and an assortment of other instruments; and Paul Banwatt, whose vigorous drumming underpins the group's dynamic sound.

Their debut album, "Hometowns," released in 2008, introduced listeners to their intense, heartfelt lyrics and a raw, energetic folk-rock sound that instantly resonated with fans. The Rural Alberta Advantage's music often grapples with the juxtapositions of love, loss, and the beauty of the Canadian landscape, as evident in follow-up albums such as "Departing" (2011) and "Mended With Gold" (2014), which continued to build the band's reputation for passionate live performances and poignant songwriting. With subsequent releases like "The Wild" in 2017, the band has solidified their presence in the indie music scene, consistently delivering emotionally charged storytelling wrapped in vigorous, yet intricate, melody lines and rhythms. Their more recent releases, including tracks like "The Rise & The Fall" and "Conductors," exhibit a band that remains true to its roots while continuing to evolve and captivate audiences worldwide.

Genres

Canadian Indie

Canadian Indie Rock

Toronto Indie

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Latest Release

The Rise & The Fall

The Rural Alberta Advantage

Album - 13 Tracks - Released October 6, 2023