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Ken McLachlin

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A folk singer-songwriter, recording Indie artist AND award winning chili maker from Point Edward, ON 🇨🇦

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Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · Nov 19

You can find my music here:
macsmusic1.bandcamp.com

macsmusic

Welcome! I'm a folk roots musician, singer-songwriter from Point Edward, ON. I've been writing, recording & performing music for many years and lovin' every minute of it!. You can always find me o...

macsmusic1.bandcamp.com

Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · 3d

8 years ago today, Nov. 3, 2017 at the Coffee Culture in Sarnia that I had my 1st solo show in many years.
Very thankful to my wife & family for their unwavering support ❤️, to Eric at CC for that first gig & to You for coming along on this journey.
This ride ain't over yet.
Feeling Grateful, 🙏
Ken

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Brian Tremblay Music @briantmusic.bsky.social · 7d

I’m releasing a song that will be part of The November Project Canada. It all started with a letter written between a young couple during WWII. My father was a Canadian military veteran during the second war my grandfather was a veteran of the first. This is for them and those who continue to serve.

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Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · 6d

My newsletter that's not always a newsletter, titled Folk 'n Stuff Digest, is only on Substack.
If you like what I do, come join me there.
Subscribe, and you'll get an alert when I have a new post.
And, btw, it's FREE.
substack.com/@kenmclachlin
Cheers,
Ken
#thefolkguy
#supportindependentmusic

Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · 9d

Dear Venue Person,
Can you PLEASE take 2 minutes and write a reply back to us?
If you are advertising live music, expect queries.
Do them the basic courtesy of responding.
I remember the days of having to call, mail, fax queries to venues. I almost always got a call back.
We're all busy. Do better.

Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · 11d

Yesterday, I finished a new song. I wrote it.
Now here’s the cool part:
There are only 2 humans on this entire planet who have heard it. My wife & I.
It's a kind of exciting musical secret.
For now, it's ours.
I can't wait to share it with you.
It will be on my new album.
Ken
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Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · 12d

Nothing that I've seen before .... 🤔

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Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · 14d

This saddens me.

James Keelaghan @jimmykeelo.bsky.social · 15d

That’s basically what it is going to be it in terms of making music..rich kids. The music industry is not a place you can earn a living any longer.

Caroline Renard @carolinerenard.bsky.social · 16d

It wouldn't be so annoying that only the rich kids get to make movies and music if it wasn't so boring. Rich kids simply have nothing to say. Have you sat through the comedy? Just saying nothing! The observation is even so bland. No POV, just beautiful cinematography.

Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · 20d

Passion should not mean poverty.
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priteshwalia on Instagram: "Let’s be real.. We don’t do it for the money, but that doesn’t mean we should be broke for doing what we love. Stop normalizing ‘ex…"

Let’s be real.. We don’t do it for the money, but that doesn’t mean we should be broke for doing what we love. Stop normalizing ‘exposure gigs.’ Passion shouldn’t mean poverty✨#musicindustry #musicbusiness #musicbusinesstips #livemusic #musicians #musiciansofig #musicianlife

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Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · 23d

📢 We ALL must change the way of today's working musicians, live & physical music. Its current state is unsustainable.
We are all going to be left with 'white bread'.
Please take a minute and watch:
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Thanks, Ken
➡️ Support/ Buy/ Book Independent Music & Musicians ⬅️

loudlyinclusive on Instagram: "@garbage THANK YOU for using your voice to amplify the issues in the modern music industry. Working musicians deserve fair pay and …"

@garbage THANK YOU for using your voice to amplify the issues in the modern music industry. Working musicians deserve fair pay and reliable benefits. Just like any other career. This is why Loudly Inclusive Media Collective was started. Because when creativity thrives, we all win! Support the weird doughs, or all you get is white bread. 😉 #supportmusicians #livemusic #90smusic #rockstar #loudlyinclusive #denver #mediacollectiveView all 1,242 comments

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Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · 24d

Here's my version of the song, 'Thanksgiving Prayer'.
It was written by Josef Anderson. The version that I heard many years ago was performed by Johnny Cash in 1994.
It is still a favourite of mine this time of year.
You can watch it on my YouTube channel.
Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃😊
Ken

Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · 24d

Thanksgiving weekend 🇨🇦 sure crept up on me this year.
As I get older, I do find myself becoming even more aware, more grateful, and more appreciative of the people, experiences, and things around me.
Enjoy.
Happy Thanksgiving to You & Yours! 🦃😊🍂
Ken
#thefolkguy

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Brian Tremblay Music @briantmusic.bsky.social · 24d

That's it for the 2 Northern Troubadours! What a great time we had with Will Gillespie performing throughout Northern Ontario. The people of this area are a great community; true Canadians and always there to help. Thank you to all who attended. We love you all and thank you!

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Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · 27d

📢 The Folk 'n Stuff Digest, vol. 2025-02 🦃 is now out!
There's info on my new album and my thoughts about music ownership using Bandcamp.
You can read about it only on Substack.

substack.com/@kenmclachlin

Thanks for subscribing!
Ken
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Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · 29d

Substack is an ideal place for music Artists to share their journey with others.
If you like what I do, come join me there.
Subscribe, and you'll get an alert when I have a new post.
It's my newsletter that's not always a newsletter. 🤔
And, btw, it's FREE.
substack.com/@kenmclachlin
Cheers,
Ken

Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · Oct 3

Today is Bandcamp Friday!
BC waives its revenue share for 24 hours, meaning a greater portion of sales goes directly to artists!
👉 My challenge to you is to share my bandcamp profile with 2 of your friends.
macsmusic1.bandcamp.com
Your support helps to keep my music journey going.
Many Thanks 🫶
Ken

Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · Oct 2

I'm just going to leave this here. 🇨🇦👏👏👏
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#ohcanada🇨🇦
#never51
#mangomadness

Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · Sep 29

A BIG thanks to all at the Stonepicker yesterday.
It was packed, @redandko.ptedward was serving up some great eats, & I had a fun time singing along with you.
A shout out to my wife & family. Always great to have you there & your support! 🫶
Thanks to @stonepickerbrewingcompany for having me! 🍻 Ken

Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · Sep 26

Hey Folk Friends in sw Ont🇨🇦,
I'm bringing my folk show to @stonepickerbrewingcompany this Sun., Sept. 28, 2 - 4pm.
A few oldies, classics, & new songs. Come on out, have a beverage & sing along. It's supposed to be a beauty day. 🌞
Don't forget: cash only in my Gift Shop. 💰
Hope to see you there!
Ken

Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · Sep 18

The Folk 'n Stuff Digest, vol. 2025-01 just dropped!
Give it a read today.
Only on Substack.
It's FREE.
Cheers, Ken
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Buy/ Book/ Share/ Like/ Support 🇨🇦 Artists.
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substack.com/@kenmclachlin
#thefolkguy
#macsmusic
#newsletter
#supportcanadianartists

Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · Sep 15

Well, it now has a name, and you can read it only on Substack.
I'll write about folk music stuff, other musical stuff, updates on my stuff, creative stuff, whining about stuff, and positive stuff, new stuff & old stuff, etc., etc.
It's FREE.
See ya there,
Ken
substack.com/@kenmclachlin

Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · Sep 8

Check out Brian Tremblay's The Lonesome Cowboy Podcast.
Based in Sault Ste. Marie, ON 🇨🇦, Brian's a DIY Indie, Singer-Songwriter.
His unique podcast features guests who are grassroots Indie Musicians, sharing their DIY struggles & successes.
Subscribe today,
open.substack.com/pub/thelones...

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Brian Tremblay Music @briantmusic.bsky.social · Sep 5

The tour. I'm looking forward to playing places I've never played before. Check it out:
www.willgillespie.ca/2-northern-t...

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Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · Sep 5

Today is Bandcamp Friday!
For 24 hours, a greater portion of sales goes directly to the artists!
👉 My challenge to you today is to share my bandcamp profile with 2 of your friends. ✌️
.
macsmusic1.bandcamp.com

Check it out & help me spread the word.
Many Thanks 🫶
Ken

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Brian Tremblay Music @briantmusic.bsky.social · Sep 4

Hi folks, time to introduce myself to some folks who are new. I'm an elder person trying to make a living at music with what time I have left in front of me. Love writing songs and telling stories. Just me, the guitar & harmonicaI hope you'll check out my music & say hi. Thanks!
www.briantmusic.com

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Ken McLachlin @macsmusic.bsky.social · Sep 5

Any awards on this level have little to do with being the 'best' and are more so about big $ and big business.

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