Shipyard Kitchen Party is a storytelling-led folk ensemble formed in 2017 in Collingwood, Ontario, by John Eaton, Sacha Law, and Jason Murphy. With roots tracing back to Scotland, Newfoundland, and Georgian Bay, the group blends traditional instrumentation with humor and history to create engaging live shows. They’re known for immersive narratives that bring songs to life, making every performance a shared story.
In 2018, they earned the Robert Kemp Award from the Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts, solidifying their status as a standout act in Canada’s folk scene. The trio continues to tour and record, leveraging their Chesapeake-like storytelling and musical versatility to connect with audiences across Ontario and beyond.
Explore Shipyard Kitchen Party's discography, including Live in Collingwood (2019, self-released), Tom Thomson's Wake (2022, Shipyard Kitchen Party), and Newfoundland Songbook (2025, Shipyard Kitchen Party, Bandcamp). Notable singles include Tom Thomson’s Ghost (2020), Hole in the Sun (2022), and The Listening Post (2025). Their 2025 Newfoundland Songbook tour brings performances to Collingwood, Cambridge, Owen Sound, Belleville, Brockville, Ottawa, Creemore, and the River Run Centre in Guelph. Follow their journey on social media for updates and new releases: Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube — all linked from their site and venue pages.