Feura is raw, unfiltered, and unapologetically real. Rising from the grit of Toronto’s underground, her music is a fierce collision of grunge, punk, and hard-hitting alt-rock, fueled by a fierce need to break free from expectations and speak the truth. With a growing community of badass followers, she’s become a voice for those who’ve been overlooked, misunderstood, or straight-up rejected.

Feura’s live shows are a blur of sweat, noise, and visceral energy—a place where she leaves it all on the stage and demands the same from anyone who dares to listen. Shredding up Canadian stages, Feura has played over 40+ shows ranging from Toronto Pride, to opening for JUNO-winning punk-rock band NOBRO at The Horseshoe Tavern.

In addition to leading their own band, Feura served as the Artistic and Music Director for The Canadian Musicians Co-operative’s 2024 Emerging Artist Showcase. They expertly crafted a three-hour performance and directed a cast and crew of over 45+. With a budget of $200K, this marks Feura’s largest production to date. Beyond their own work, Feura remains dedicated to mentoring emerging artists, helping them refine their live performance skills, and master the art of live show production.

With their debut album set to drop this weekend, Feura is poised to take her music to even greater heights. Packed with raw emotion and unfiltered authenticity, this highly anticipated release promises to further cement them as one of the most exciting voices in rock today. Keep your eyes peeled and your ears open as Feura’s journey is just beginning, and they’re not slowing down anytime soon.

Choke It Down Release Party and Fundraiser for Glad Day Bookshop

Friday March 06, 2026, 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM – Glad Day Lit, 32 Lisgar St, Toronto Tickets

Live Music, Queer Djs, Punk Drag & More! 

This event is part of Feura’s “BANNED!” presentations that are committed to amplifying queer voices through grassroots organization and collective community support. 

As with all descriptors, Punk can be reflective of many different things — from music and fashion to politics and lifestyle. How would you describe your own personal punk aesthetic?

I’d describe my personal punk aesthetic as community first. For me, punk is about creating space for people to be completely unapologetic and free to explore who they are. I really connected with punk after moving to Toronto in 2020. Growing up in a small town outside Barrie, I didn’t realize how much of myself I’d been repressing until I found a scene where unapologetic expression wasn’t just accepted, it was celebrated. At first the mosh pits and all-black outfits intimidated me, but I quickly discovered some of the kindest, most generous people I’ve ever met. Punk gave me permission to experiment with gender, performance, and music without needing polish or perfection. It’s not just DIY to me — it’s DI-together.

Growing up and gaining an appreciation for music, how did you become a fan of the punk rock genre, and who have been some of your influences, music-wise or otherwise?

I actually became a fan of punk more through going to local shows than through recorded music. The mosh pit and the sense of freedom I felt in those spaces really pulled me in. Of course I love bands like Black Flag, but what truly shaped me was the community. A huge influence on my journey has also been the Canadian Musicians Co-operative which has been supporting me behind every step of my artist journey. They’re not branding themselves as punk, but their not-for-profit, artist-first, community-driven model feels deeply punk to me. The leadership, the generosity, and the belief that young independent artists can do it, that ethos has been just as influential as any band.

How long have you been playing music, and what first inspired you to become a musician?

I didn’t grow up as the classic lifelong musician. I was actually a huge theatre nerd in high school, Shakespeare, choir, all of it, but music wasn’t my main focus. That shift really happened in 2020 when I moved to Toronto and the pandemic hit. While COVID shut down theatres, it gave me space to reflect on what I truly loved. I picked up a guitar and started pouring all that creative energy into songwriting. What really hooked me was the difference between theatre and live music. Concerts felt communal, immediate, and shared. There wasn’t that same separation between stage and audience. Once I experienced that energy in punk spaces, I knew I wanted to build my life around it.

If you could perform live with any other act, who would that be? How about a collaboration?

It has to be Wendy O. Williams of The Plasmatics. I’m obsessed. There’s that iconic live moment during “Butcher Baby” where she takes a chainsaw to a guitar. It’s so legendary they actually baked the chainsaw sound into the recording. She’d also destroy cars on stage. It’s pure theatrical punk chaos. If I could collaborate with anyone, I’d want to add my own verse to that song and fully commit to the destruction. If she’s sawing a guitar in half, I’ll smash the drums. That’s the dream.

Can you tell me who’s currently in your band, and how the name came about?

I’m actually a solo artist, so while I perform with incredible musicians, the lineup rotates depending on the show. As for the name Feura, people always assume it was this deeply intentional choice… like it sounds like “fury” or “fiery” and matches my energy. The truth is way less calculated. I came up with it when I was 19, messing around and saying random words until one just clicked. I wrote it down immediately and couldn’t shake it. Later on, people started pointing out those fiery associations, and I thought, maybe that was subconscious. But honestly, I just loved how it felt the moment I said it.

What’s the best thing about being a musician, and also the downside?

The best thing about being a musician is the community and the live experience. Music brings together not just fans, but collaborators across every art form, and there’s something powerful about building a show with other people and sharing that energy in real time. I love the studio, but honestly, the entire time I’m recording, I’m imagining performing it live and that’s where my heart is. The downside is the sacrifice. This life isn’t easy. It takes financial risk, constant self-advocacy, and years of work without guarantees. Living with Type 1 diabetes adds another layer too. Touring and managing a chronic illness at the same time can be exhausting. But despite the challenges, I wouldn’t trade this path for anything. The fulfillment I get from performing and connecting with people makes it worth it.

You’re doing an EP release party at Glad Day. Can you tell me a bit about this new music?

My new EP is called “CHOKE IT DOWN.” and it’s a response to the moment we’re living in. There are a lot of uncomfortable truths surfacing right now, politically, socially, globally, and it feels like we don’t have the luxury of looking away anymore. The title is me saying: if you’re choosing not to see what’s happening, you need to choke down the reality. That said, I still make it a party. The music is high-energy and fun, because if we’re not laughing a little through the chaos, we’ll lose our sanity. Songs like “PLASTIC” are underdog anthems about what connects us more than what divides us, and “Your Eyes Only” tackles exploitation through a lens of empowerment. If my last EP EAT IT! was the playful spark, CHOKE IT DOWN. is the fire that comes after.

Queer and Punk. How do these two align with you?

To me, queerness is inherently punk. Punk is about rejecting arbitrary constructs and dismantling systems that limit freedom of expression, and queerness does exactly that. Both are rooted in individual authenticity, but also in community. When you identify as queer, you step into a shared experience and a collective resilience. The values at the core of punk and queerness, self-expression, resistance, chosen family, are deeply aligned with who I am and how I move through the world.

For the uninitiated, what can attendees expect at your shows?

The “CHOKE IT DOWN.” release party is 6 at Glad Day starting at 9 p.m., and it’s going to be a full night. We’ve got DJ sets from Ed Stone and Wands, a drag performance by Herbie Hind, plus a special live set from me. There’ll be giveaways, prizes, and a room full of queer joy. All proceeds are being donated to Glad Day Lit, the not-for-profit that has been preserving queer literature and community space for decades. The event is part of my BANNED! series, which is committed to protecting and amplifying queer voices. It’s $15 at the door or pay-what-you-can, all ages, and built to be accessible. I truly can’t wait to see everyone there!

What makes you happy, and puts a smile on your face?

Community. I know I’ve said it throughout this interview, but I can’t stress it enough. In a time when so much connection feels filtered through screens, being physically surrounded by people I care about means everything to me. Seeing someone experience that sense of belonging for the first time,  that shared joy and mutual care, is what makes me smile. At the end of the day, I think being human is about showing up for each other, and that’s what truly makes me happy.

About the Author

Bryen Dunn is a freelance journalist with a focus on travel, lifestyle, entertainment and hospitality. He has an extensive portfolio of celebrity interviews with musicians, actors and other public personalities. He enjoys discovering delicious eats, tasting spirited treats, and being mesmerized by musical beats.