I, THE MOUNTAIN
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Bio
I, the Mountain is a four piece indie-folk band based in Kitchener, ON. Known for their joyous harmonies, interactive live performances, and passion for building community through music, the band has built a fanbase of loyal “Mountaineers” across Canada.
Formed by talented vocalists Matt Lamers (guitar) and Matt Rappolt (percussion) at Peterborough’s Trent University, the band has steadily climbed the ranks of the Canadian indie-folk scene, adding Allison Dyjach (keys) and Rory McLachlin (guitar) to complete the lineup.
The group is making waves in Canadian music circles and has performed with internationally renowned acts such as The Strumbellas, Elliott Brood, Born Ruffians, and Busty & the Bass. In 2022, I, the Mountain broke through in the festival scene, winning over crowds at Hillside Festival, Riverfest Elora, Sound of Music Festival, Mariposa Folk Fest, Muskoka Music Festival, and more.
I, the Mountain’s debut album Little Wild (2020) and subsequent singles "The Boat" and "Coal Mine" earned airplay on CBC radio and amassed more than 350,000 Spotify streams. Now, I, the Mountain is taking the next bold step in their journey by bringing their gorgeous four-part harmonies to festivals and stages all across Canada.
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500,000+ song streams on Spotify
Airplay on CBC national radio and international stations
Recorded with Juno Award winners
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Good Co. Productions: In Conversation with I, the Mountain
"Canadian folk-pop band I, the Mountain is levelling up after an eventful year of writing, performing and recording new music"
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Muskoka Music Festival Workshop: 'Rise Up'
"Dazzling with their up-tempo folk-pop tunes and incredible multiple vocal harmonies, I, the Mountain deliver a distinct sound, one that shares many traits with popular bands Fleet Foxes, The Head and the Heart, and The Strumbellas."
The Community Edition: Local Band Breaks Nationally
"Their unique take on indie-folk sound is only part of the equation for I, the Mountain’s success. Their live performances are engaging, interactive, and designed to connect everyone—audience and band—together."
Recent Festival Performances
Wintersong Music Festival 2025 (Stouffville, ON)
Bestival Arts & Music Festival 2024 (Kitchener, ON)
Endless Summer Festival 2024 (Kitchener, ON)
Mariposa Folk Festival 2023 (Orillia, ON)
Middle River Music Festival 2023 (Middle River, ON)
Hillside Festival 2022 (Guelph, ON)
Riverfest Elora 2022 (Elora, ON)
Sound of Music Festival 2022 (Burlington, ON)
NXNE 2025 (Toronto, ON)
Napatak Ramble Festival 2024 (La Ronge, SK)
Kemptville Live Festival 2023 (Kemptville, ON)
Creekside Music Festival 2023 (Apsley, ON)
Larlee Creek Hullabaloo 2023 (Perth Andover, NB)
Muskoka Musicfest 2022 (Gravenhurst, ON)
Peterborough Folk Fest 2022 (Peterborough ON)
Water & Dirt Festival 2022 (Petawawa, ON)
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