High Waters, established in Ottawa in 2009, craft melodious indie rock that evokes the ineffable. "Goodnight Mara" (2015) resonated nationwide, paving the way for coast-to-coast tours. Their upcoming EP, "Not Dead Not Alive," releases in January 2024. Present members include Derek Connely, Martin Villeneuve, Matt Speedy, Brandon Walsh, and Joshua Hofmann. Critically praised for their delicate balance of somber and serene, High Waters create enduring experiences that speak to the human condition.