Great Lake Swimmers

Great Lake Swimmers is a Canadian folk rock band acclaimed for its distinctive acoustic sound and consistent artistic output since 2003. After releasing their critically acclaimed self-titled debut album in 2003, Great Lake Swimmers, led by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Tony Dekker, quickly established themselves as a distinctive voice in Canadian folk rock. The band followed this success with their second full-length album, Bodies and Minds, released in 2005 on the independent label Weewerk. Their consistent artistic output and unique acoustic sound led to a significant career milestone in 2007 when Great Lake Swimmers signed with the larger record label, Nettwerk.

In 2024, Great Lake Swimmers extended their collaborative reach with an appearance on Abigail Lapell’s album, Anniversary, further highlighting their versatility and influence within the folk music community. Looking ahead, the band is set to release their highly anticipated ninth album, Caught Light, in October 2025, promising another significant contribution to their acclaimed discography. With a consistent track record of releasing multiple studio albums, acoustic recordings, EPs, and live albums throughout their career, Great Lake Swimmers continues to be an enduring and vital force in the folk rock genre.