A contributor to CBC Radio and Television and a veteran of over twenty years of live performing as both a musician/vocalist and comedian, TODD BUTLER’s skills are honed to an exquisite point. He swings easily from lambasting politicians in hilarious political parodies to interpreting the latest news stories with a twist guaranteed to entertain you with a stunning combination of musical parody, whimsical wit, outstanding musicianship, and outrageous political satire.

TODD BUTLER has been guest host of CBC Radio’s Madly Off in All Directions, and has performed at the Montreal International Jazz Festival, Winnipeg Comedy Festival on CBC TV, Vancouver Comedy Festival and the Calgary Folk Festival.

TODD BUTLER’S IDLE CANADIAN TOUR

On tour with his trio, TODD BUTLER gets musical, showing audiences why his 2003 instrumental CD, Dobro and Guitar (with Doug Cox) was picked as one of the year’s Top Ten by Acoustic Guitar Magazine. Canada’s Master of Satire and his band go from slow, smoky blues to breakneck bluegrass with such ease that the audience is left in a state of excited suspense wondering where the next turn will take them! A night with these guys is a twisting journey through such varied musical terrain as Funk, R&B, Reggae, Country Swing, Blues, Bluegrass and thoughtful ballads in the finest singer/songwriter tradition. Combine this with their rocking political satire, and you have an evening guaranteed to redefine your idea of what a comedy concert should be!

TODD BUTLER is accompanied by LEE OLIPHANT on bass guitar and vocals, and VINCE DITRICH on drums and vocals.

Enjoy TODD BUTLER on his latest CD  IDLE CANADIAN and on TODD BUTLER GOES MADLY OFF - LIVE                 

“Best known for his clever satirical songs, Todd turns out to be a terrific guitarist with great technique and subtlety” Roy Forbes, Acoustic Guitar Magazine.

“Comedy tunesmith Todd Butler emerges as the surprise show-off with his over-the-top flatpicking” Bob Keelaghan, Penguin Eggs

“Todd is a *&%*#@&%, but not a bad guitarist” Brian Mulroney

 For more information about TODD BUTLER please visit www.toddbutler.com