613 SOUL

Music for the People, in the Places We Call Home

613 SOUL is a neighborhood concert series dedicated to bringing high-caliber, soulful live music directly to the heart of our communities. While major festivals offer an incredible energy, 613 SOUL is designed to bridge the gap—bringing that world-class experience to the local parks and landmarks where our neighbors live, play, and grow.

From Hog’s Back to Vanier and Orléans, we are creating a space where everyone—from young families to seniors—can gather to savor the warmth of vintage R&B and roots-soul, totally free of charge.

The Mission: Sovereignty & Support

This initiative is about more than just the music on stage. It is a movement toward a more sustainable, artist-led future for Ottawa.

Music for All: We prioritize accessibility, ensuring that logistics or ticket costs never stand in the way of a soulful community experience.

The Sovereignty Sessions: At every stop, we host dedicated mentorship sessions for local emerging artists. We believe in empowering the next generation with the tools to own their craft, build their own platforms, and lead with intentionality.

Analog Warmth: We trade the "hustle" for the "savor," focusing on live-off-the-floor textures and authentic storytelling that resonates long after the final note.

Join the Movement

SHOW DATES ARE:

May 16th, 6pm | Hog's Back Park Pavillion (in paterneship with Ottawa Bistrofest

June 13th - 4-6pm |Stray Dog Brewing Co. Orleans

Aug 26th, time tbc | St. Charles Market, 135 Barrette St. Vanier. 

A potential West-end date is being explored. Stay tuned

Come for the music. Stay for the community.

As Is EP (Digital*)

Mikhail Laxton

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As Is — Digital EP NOW AVAILABLE

“As Is” marks the beginning of a new chapter.

After seven years working within a label system, this is my first independent release — created and shared directly with you.

These songs are Read more

As Is — Digital EP NOW AVAILABLE

“As Is” marks the beginning of a new chapter.

After seven years working within a label system, this is my first independent release — created and shared directly with you.

These songs are simple, raw, and honest. They are no more than they need to be. No excess. No overproduction. Just the writing, the voice, and the feeling at the centre of it all.

Thank you for being part of this new era.

– Mikhail

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Four String Cowboy (Lofi)

Mikhail Laxton

A song I wrote about my experiences with my late Father. This song depicts the day we lost him and the day I met him and getting to him through the many amazing stories of other people.

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