Erik Mongrain

The Profile

Canadian fingerstyle acoustic guitarist known for lap-style tapping, percussive techniques and the album Fates. Gained early visibility via YouTube and television.

Uses lap-style tapping, harmonics and percussive techniques on acoustic guitar; compared in reviews to Michael Hedges and Don Ross; has worked with Canadian artist Linda Lemay; released the album Fates which includes tracks such as PercusienFa, Fusions and Air Tap.

A highly positive review praises Erik Mongrain's lap-style tapping, percussive techniques, harmonics and emotional depth. The review highlights tracks from the album Fates and compares his influences to Michael Hedges and Don Ross. Mongrain's early publicity via YouTube and television is noted. His playing is described as technically flashy yet deeply emotive.