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The Mip Power Trio, led by genre-smashing art rocker Mip, delivers a “raw and wild” sound—visceral, thought-provoking, and steeped in millennial grit. Formed in 2010 after Mip’s leap from small-town BC to Toronto, the trio—joined by Greg Kowalczyk (bass) and Devin Jannetta (drums)—channels punk energy with Americana roots. Mip’s sharp lyrics capture the humour and anxieties of student debt, precarious work, and changing cultural landscapes. With two LPs, two EPs, and a 2025 release on the way, they’ve earned a reputation as Toronto’s best-kept secret, combining passion, resilience, and an undeniable dedication to their craft.
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The Mip Power Trio, fronted by genre-smashing art rocker Mip, delivers a “raw and wild” sound—both visceral and thought-provoking.
Mip arrived in Toronto in 2009, a small-town kid from northwestern BC armed with nothing but a suitcase, two guitars, and a dream. Determined to make her mark, she scoured the city’s open mics and punk havens, forming the Mip Power Trio within a year. Joined by bassist Greg Kowalczyk and drummer Devin Jannetta, the band forged a punchy, rock ‘n’ roll pastiche often likened to Janis Joplin fronting The Clash, with the lyrical depth of early Springsteen.
Mip’s songwriting has been described as “witty, cutting, astute, and quirky,” blending Americana influences with punk energy. Her lyrics capture the anxieties and humour of a millennial generation shaped by student debt, precarious work, and housing struggles—all while carrying the echoes of mixtapes, iPods, and a changing cultural landscape. With a BA in history, Mip approaches her work like a musical archivist, documenting the resilience of a generation navigating uncertain times.
Through years of relentless gigging in dive bars and remote festivals, the Mip Power Trio has built a devoted following, earning a reputation as Toronto’s best-kept secret. With two LPs and two EPs under their belt, they’ve kept busy both in the studio and on stage. Currently preparing their next release for 2025, the band continues to tour Ontario and plans a mini summer tour in BC, proving their dedication to delivering music that connects, challenges, and endures.
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- Jul 2024 – Featured performer for REVY Live Summer Series, Revelstoke, BC
- Jul 2024 – Headliner at Farm Fest, Terrace, BC
- Jun 2024 – Springtide Music Fest, Uxbridge, ON
- Apr 2024 – GAIN Fest, Guelph, ON
- Oct 2023 – The Legendary Horseshoe Tavern, Toronto, ON
- Jul 2023 – Kispiox Valley Music Festival, Hazelton, BC
- Jul 2023 – Peace Valley Folk Festival, Hudson’s Hope, BC
- Jul 2023 – Redbird Brewing Co, Kelowna, BC
- Jul 2023 – Headliner at Midsummer Festival, Smithers, BC
- Jun 2023 – Blues and Jazz Fest, Orangeville, ON
- Feb 2023 – The Dakota Tavern, Toronto, ON
- Jun 2022 – Blues & Jazz Fest, Orangeville, ON
- Jun 2019 – Celebrate Your Awesome, Orangeville, ON
- Aug 2018 – Headliner at the Bulkley Valley Exhibition, Smithers, BC
- Aug 2018 – Featured Performer at Edge of the World Festival, Tlell, BC
- Jan 2018 – The Opera House, Toronto, ON
- Jul-Aug 2017 – Hit the Road Tour, Western Canada, BC/AB/SK/MB/ON
QUOTES
“With powerhouse, a la Janice Joplin, vocals and a stage presence to match, Mip brought the house down at the ArtsWells Festival. Rockin’ the crowd and filling the dance floor, she was a festival highlight for many. Please come back to ArtsWells Mip!”
– Julie Fowler, Executive and Artistic Director for the ArtsWells Music Festival and Island Mountain Arts, Wells, BC
“Mip is an electrifying performer whose powerhouse vocals, larger than life stage presence, confidence and authority, mainlines the essense of the likes of Janice Joplin and Courtney Love, giving her that rare ability to command a stage and own an audience from the first chord to long after the last encore, leaving the sweaty masses hungry and begging for more.”
– Paul Crawford, Artistic Director for the ArtsWells Music Festival and Island Mountain Arts, Wells, BC
“Mip is one of the most promising artists I’ve seen in a long time.”
– Anthony Greene, Owner, The Dakota Tavern, Toronto, ON
“The Mip Power Trio are a secret weapon any venue or promoter should be ecstatic to have. Energetic stage presence, riffs and grooves that will make any toe tap and lyrics that turn the mundane into sing-along earworms that resonate with anyone. Make sure to take notes as Mip is the kind of songwriting and band leader that should be a staple in Canada’s current music scene.”
– Myles Anthony Lacroix, Talent Booker & Sound Engineer, C’est What?, Toronto, ON
PRESS
“the album immediately heads off on a different course with the Mip Power Trio who Hit The Road with a catchy as hell track that has the feel of Millie Manders & The Shutup or maybe Even In Blackouts.”
– ThePunkSite.com
“The music was raw and wild, filled with power and driving grooves. MIP certainly got the upstairs hall bouncing and raring to go into the night.”
-Michelle Footz, Roots Music Canada
“The first thing that stands out on this album is Mip’s voice. She has quite the vocal range and her style, while being distinct, reminds me of Janis Joplin…[the Mip power trio has] certainly created their own sound…a sound that encompasses the spirit of the album: energy and good times.”
-Joey Beaudin, Bucket List Music Reviews Blog
“With tight musicianship, strong lead vocals and sweet harmonies driving the music, coupled with the band’s fun, casual party vibe, I dare you to not move your feet…”
– Cathy McKim, Life With More Cowbell Blog
“well-rounded…smart music that’s weird in all the right ways…Mip Power Trio has established themselves as a force to be reckoned with.”
– Kirsty Chan, Greyowl Point
“..truly at home on this stage…Mip mixes stripped down rock n roll with folk elements and a hint of everything from country to blues…The lyrics are clever yet understated; the melodies are catchy and filled with energy. There are no gimmicks here, just great narrative storytelling that is sure to lift the spirits.”
– Tanya Natapov, Canadian Content Machine
“Hard-working TO rock ‘n’ roll threesome have a spunky take on things, with lead guitar Mip the star of the show.”
– Chris Young, Toronto Star
“The lyrics…are witty, cutting, astute and quirky enough to keep you interested and the melodies are so dynamic and insanely catchy that your toes will ache from tapping them.”
– Sheila Wujek, AW Music Blog (HypeMachine Blog)
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