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Direct booking and other inquiries to Richard:


[email protected]
cell: (306) 535-5393

To purchase music:


'One Man Solidarity' is also available in Regina at B Sharp Music (1530 Albert Street) and CD Plus in the Northgate Mall.

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Inspired by the energy of rock n' roll, and educated in the contemporary jazz idiom, only to find himself performing in a number of modern folk and alt-country outfits; these are the influences that have shaped Richard Groulx's new group, 'The Co-accused'. Audiences are captured by this versatile, impassioned, energetic original act.
In November 2008, after a years’ worth of gigging, set list tweaking/expanding and recording, 'the Co-accused’ released their debut album, 'One Man Solidarity'. The reviews are in:
‘One Man Solidarity is musically varied and embodies the best of rock, folk and blues genres.’ (U of R Carillon, Nov 27th – Dec 3rd, 2008)
‘Above all, this album is easy to identify with and a good album to sing along to.’ (The Leader Post, Nov. 27th, 2008)
‘The Co-accused’ is emerging as one of the most promising new groups out of Saskatchewan. Their new track 'Final Goodbye' is currently 16 and listed as a rising star on the Saskatchewan Top 30 chart (www.thesasktop30.com).
The band was formed in late 2007 by Richard Groulx (pronounced ‘Grew’), a schooled, experienced musician and songwriter with a strong stage presence and respect for professionalism in the industry. Based on prior experience in an array groups, Groulx handpicked the finest rhythm section players; Philip Legrand (bass) and Nathaniel Bowen (drums) were selected to round out the Co-accused trio. Each possesses a decade of experience serving as sidemen in various groups.
As such, ‘The Co-accused’, which many regard as new to the scene, has the good fortune to be considered both fresh and new, as well as seasoned and professional. The band is noted for its musical diversity and ability to adapt for each gig or ‘play to the room’. 'The Co-accused' are just as comfortable in subdued lounge settings with dining patrons as they are in a rowdy Rock n’ Roll bar or on a festival stage. The plain truth is that this band loves nothing more than to perform and make a connection with their audience. The Co-accused put their heart into every performance and always leave a crowd with that magical buzzing feeling that only comes after witnessing a truly passionate live performance.
Stylistically, ‘The Co-accused’ fall under the category of Americana, meaning they are likely to borrow from styles as broad as rock, folk, the blues and alt-country. Andrew Markle of the Prairie Dog has referred to the Co-accused' sound as ‘gritty folk’.
With the release of their debut album 'One Man Solidarity', plans for a new album, an eye to festivals in 2009, and a Western Canadian summer tour, 'the Co-accused' aim to build upon the success of their recent live shows and freshly released album with a number of live shows in venues both new and old.
Releases: 'One Man Solidarity' 2008 independant

Direct booking and other inquiries to Richard:


[email protected]
cell: (306) 535-5393

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Member Since: 24/03/2007
Band Website: richardgroulx.ca
Band Members: Richard Groulx: Guitar, Vocals, Harmonica and Banjo
Phil Legrand: Bass
Nat Bowen: Drums
Influences: In no particular order, here is a list of *famous* musicians who for one reason or another have earned my respect: Johny Cash, Hank Williams, Elvis Costello, Amos Lee, Elliott Brood, Ray Charles, Chris Cornell, Daniel Johns, The Beatles, Elliott Smith, Jeff Buckley, Rufus Wainwright, Hawksley Workman, Ron Sexsmith, Feist, Tom Waits, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, The Band, Government Mule, Pearl Jam, Stone Temple Pilots, Nirvana, Dave Grohl, Pat Metheney, John Scofield, John McLaughlin, Wayne Krantz, Thelonius Monk, George Benson, Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter, Radiohead etc forever.
Sounds Like: what you might get if you grew up listening to rock and roll, went to school for jazz, only to find yourself playing in a couple of short lived alt country bands.
Type of Label: Unsigned

My Blog

SKAB Tour Recap/Upcoming Shows

oh yeah! Shit yeah. That was fun!  The SKAB tour was a big success.  Just want to give a shout out to all our wonderful friends new and old who we saw on the tour:Saskatoon: Hey Jamie, Sarah, Toni, Ry...
Posted by on Tue, 23 Jun 2009 18:43:00 GMT

SKAB tour! The Co-accused are hitting the road.

Yup, we're gonna be on the road for a mini Sask - Alberta tour... SKAB for short.Wed June 17th @ Bud's on Broadway - 10:00pm-2:00am - Saskatoon, SKThurs June 18th @ Bud's on Broadway - 10:00pm-2:00am ...
Posted by on Tue, 16 Jun 2009 20:43:00 GMT

Cathedral Arts Festival Recap/O'hanlons May 28th/Kamsack

The Cathedral Village Arts Festival was a fun show.  Lot's of friends and strangers.  Thanks for listening.  Thanks to Matt at the Freehouse for taking care of us, and to our sound guy Marshall.  The ...
Posted by on Tue, 26 May 2009 12:08:00 GMT

Lethbridge/Medicine Hat/richardgroulx.ca

Hey all,The Co-accused had a blast Friday May 1st in Lethbridge, and Saturday May 2nd in Medicine Hat with our good friends Kory Istace Vs. the Time Pirates.  The mini tour was in support of our 'One ...
Posted by on Wed, 06 May 2009 13:38:00 GMT

News!! - Saskatoon - Jan/Feb Recap

It has been a busy 2009 so far!  For a recap see below, but lets begin with the current news:SASK TOP 30: We continue to climb the chart.  'Final Goodbye' now sits at #16 on the chart, and we are...
Posted by on Tue, 03 Mar 2009 13:14:00 GMT

Live track - Sask top 30 - The Gaslight

There is now a live song up 'Ditch the Blues' this recording is from our show Nov 2008 at the Exchange.  It's sounds not bad for a simple front of house recording.Also, 'Final Goodbye' is now up to &#...
Posted by on Sun, 01 Feb 2009 22:07:00 GMT

Carillon Article: Nov 27 - Dec 3 08

It's pronounced "grew"Cassidy MacFadzeanRegina's Richard Groulx and the Co-Accused, which consists of Nathaniel Bowen on drums and Philip Legrand on bass, are releasing their debut CD, One Man Solidar...
Posted by on Sat, 29 Nov 2008 11:14:00 GMT

Leader Post article - Nov 27th 08

'Groulx plays honest music'By Kaeli Madill for the Leader-PostIt's pronounced "Grew."  Richard Groulx's tongue-in-cheek humour is clearly evident from his MySpace page banner to his music.  ...
Posted by on Thu, 27 Nov 2008 09:25:00 GMT

Prairie Dog Blurb

Prairiedog Nov 20 - Dec 3, 2008 The title of the album is One Man Solidarity.  It's a personal mantra for Richard Groulx on what it takes to live as a singer/songwriter. "There can be a lot of h...
Posted by on Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:09:00 GMT

CD Release/Sask Top 30

Hey Everyone, Advance tickets for the Regina CD release are available at B-sharp music (1530 Albert Street) and Vintage Vinyl (2335 11th Ave).  Just a reminder the show is Friday November 28th...
Posted by on Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:43:00 GMT