Troy Sawyer and the Elementz Concerts

Experience Troy Sawyer and the Elementz

Troy Sawyer & the Elementz are a Canadian soul, funk, and R&B collective led by multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Troy Sawyer. Emerging from the vibrant Toronto music scene in the early 2010s, Sawyer honed his skills performing with various artists before forming the Elementz. Their sound is characterized by tight grooves, layered instrumentation – featuring horns, keys, and a driving rhythm section – and Sawyer’s emotive vocals reminiscent of classic soul singers like Donny Hathaway and Stevie Wonder.

The group gained recognition with their independently released debut EP, *Colour Scheme* (2015), followed by the critically acclaimed full-length album *North of the 49th* (2018). This album showcased their sophisticated arrangements and songwriting, earning them nominations for a Juno Award for Contemporary Jazz Album of the Year in 2019. They've consistently toured Canada, sharing stages with acts like The Souljazz Orchestra and performing at festivals including TD Toronto Jazz Festival. Their latest release, *Holding Patterns* (2023), continues to explore themes of love, loss and social commentary within their signature soulful framework.