about

Walter Druce is an Australian-born guitarist, singer-songwriter, and composer who has called Quebec home since 2013. Renowned for his exceptional electric guitar skills and mastery of the slide guitar, Walter has developed a distinctive sound that blends blues, rock, and soulful songwriting. His musical influences include guitar legends such as Derek Trucks, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, and Robben Ford, which shape his emotive playing and intricate compositions.

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Walter’s musical journey began at an early age, leading him to earn a Bachelor of Contemporary Music Performance from Southern Cross University and an Honours in Music Performance from the University of Melbourne. In 2012, he launched his career with the EP Hour of Need as part of the duo Sad Little Souls, an R&B/Folk collaboration with Jo Rigby. Since then, he has collaborated with numerous Canadian artists, including Andréanne Martin, Simon Denizart, Beatrice Keeler, and Willis Pride, contributing to various bands and expanding his musical repertoire.

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Having settled in Abitibi-Témiscamingue in 2019, Walter turned his focus towards his own compositions, refining his unique voice as an artist. He has built a strong following with over 35,000 social media followers, where his technical prowess and emotive guitar playing have earned him recognition. This online presence has also led to brand collaborations with companies like The Rock Slide, Stringjoy, Mule Resophonic Guitars, Missing Link Audio, and B&G Guitars.

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In 2024, Walter took his artistry to new heights, performing at notable events like the Festival des Guitares du Monde in Abitibi-Témiscamingue, headlining the West Island Blues Festival in Montreal, and opening for Philippe Brach at the Ouestival. Alongside these performances, he released three impactful singles—Hero, Home Again, and All I Need—showcasing his soulful songwriting and signature slide guitar style.

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Walter is currently preparing his first solo EP as he continues to captivate audiences with his evocative music and skillful guitar work.