Tin Constellations is a sometimes four-piece, sometimes six-piece indie-folk band based in Ottawa, Ontario. The band’s sound is built on equal parts melodic narratives, compelling harmonies, participatory sing-along anthems, and indie pop sensibilities.  Instrumentation features soaring violins, rolling bass, and thoughtful percussion courtesy of band members Christine Graves (vocals, percussion), Brent Smith (vocals, guitar), Rob Snasdell-Taylor (vocals, bass), and Andrew Robertson (vocals, violin, Mandobird). Special Guest Constellations include Sally Robertson on Cello and James Leahy on Accordian. Exploring lyrical traditions from murder ballads to folk fables inspired by the eastern woods and northern skies, the Tin Cons’ catalogue finds something beautiful in the vernacular, the pastoral, and the prosaic moments of daily life.

Emerging from Ottawa’s infamous local songwriter’s incubator at Meow! That’s Hot!, members Smith, Snasdell-Taylor and Robertson began performing together in 2022. In late 2024, Ottawa folk luminary Christine Graves joined the lineup after working with Smith on a forthcoming four-part murder ballad project. As a solo artist, Graves continues to make an impact, releasing five acclaimed albums including 2023’s Everyday Life and hosting the monthly Lucky Songs songwriter’s circle in Ottawa. Bringing evocative songwriting and experience that includes serving as artistic director for :Blueskies (2006 – 2008) and decades touring and performing, Graves adds depth and vibrancy to the Tin Con’s sound.

With an upcoming EP Release, “COBDEN”, Tin Constellations continues to explore the intersections of harmony and narrative, performing live across Ontario. Future work delves into the relationship we enjoy with the wooded hinterlands of Eastern Ontario/Western Quebec.