Live and Local with Melissa Bel and Stardust Duo

Melissa Bel is a Canadian singer-songwriter whose soulful voice and honest songwriting resonate across generations. Drawing inspiration from artists like The Beatles, Eva Cassidy, and John Mayer, Melissa crafts music defined by heartfelt lyrics, captivating melodies, and indelible hooks. After spending the best part of the last decade living in the UK, Melissa and her family have returned to her hometown of Burlington, where she continues to write, record, and perform.

Stardust Duo is an acoustic duo featuring Tim Allard and Chelsea McWilliams, both members of the alt-country band The Red Hill Valleys. They are known for their soulful performances and memorable onstage chemistry. When they’re not lighting up major stages, founding members Tim Allard (guitar/vocals) and Chelsea McWilliams (bass/vocals) often scale things down for more intimate settings, performing as a semi-acoustic sets.