Middle province’s Neighbour Andy has spent the last few years building a reputation as a band
and genuine hot ticket. Comprised of Drake Lesperance (vocals), Mark Davidson (guitar),
MacKenzie Jackson (bass), Joel d’Eschambault (keys) and Jordan Alexiuk (drums), the five
friends fuse the rhythmic drive of alt-rock with the narrative heart of Americana, folk, and an
influence of funk — a sound that skips the predictable and lands somewhere necessary. The
group first gained traction in 2022 with “71,” an infectious track that captures the feeling of
growing up with your best friends. Their debut self-titled EP followed that same year,
establishing their place in Winnipeg’s indie live show scene; building up to their debut album
release “Wild One” in 2023, they sold out their 500-cap album release show at Winnipeg’s Park
Theatre in just eight minutes. Summer 2025 brought the “Niagara St.” single, hinting new music
is on the horizon, with their down-to-earth authenticity and goofy sense of humour between
bandmates translating to relatable storytelling through songwriting and a charismatic stage
presence. They’ve toured across Canada and at festivals like NXNE, Festival du Voyageur, Real
Love plus airplay on CBC Radio, ultimately poising the band for their 2026 rollout.
Showcase: Rick Duff, Neighbour Andy, Joey Bird, and Pacific Estate
Departure 2026 is proud to present Rick Duff, Neighbour Andy, Joey Bird, and Pacific Estate at The Cameron House on Wednesday, May 6! From May 4–10, 2026 Departure transforms Toronto into a […]