Doug Hoyer wouldn’t necessarily describe himself as cool. (“I’m just fellow who wants to sing you his songs!” he jokes.) And frankly, that’s part of the appeal. A musician with his fingers on the frets and his heart on his sleeve (yes, life, love, and friendship all make appearances in his tunes), the Canadian singer/songwriter traffics in sincerity, his lush pop often recalling the best of Jens Lekman, Sufjan Stevens, and Joel Plaskett.

Armed with his trio and a passion to perform, every Doug Hoyer concert brings a unique shimmer to his wry, thoughtful songs.