The Poet & The Emcee. Hailing from Calgary, Alberta, Hermes The Messenger relocated to the musical hotbed of Toronto to pursue his passion for hip hop. As the flagship artist for 1812 Recordings, the label stands behind his work ethic and talent claiming they represent the zeitgeist of original Canadian expression. Performing over the past two years with jazz quartets, acoustic folk singer-songwriters, and rock musicians, Hermes brings a unique flavour to every lyric in an effort to reclaim the artistic integrity of an often overlooked urban medium. His debut, executive produced by Yohann Francois, is a testament to creativity and diversity. With songs ranging from the critiquing anthem “Keele Street Wall” to the introverted gender-bending “Punctual,” The Jawn Broadsides takes the voyage through sound and story.