Afie Jurvanen, known professionally as Bahamas, is a Canadian singer-songwriter celebrated for his unique blend of folk, rock, and soul influences. Born on April 28, 1981, in Toronto and raised in Barrie, Ontario, Jurvanen is a self-taught guitarist who has collaborated with artists such as Feist, Howie Beck, and Jason Collett. His debut album, "Pink Strat," released in 2009, earned a Juno Award nomination for Roots & Traditional Album of the Year. Subsequent albums like "Barchords" (2012) and "Bahamas Is Afie" (2014) further showcased his introspective lyrics and soothing vocal style, with the latter winning the Juno Award for Adult Alternative Album of the Year. Jurvanen's music continues to resonate with audiences, offering a mellow, earthy sound that reflects his storytelling prowess. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bahamas_%28musician%29?utm_source=openai))