Mama's Broke, a Canadian folk music duo from Halifax, Nova Scotia, recently mesmerized audiences with their haunting harmonies and eclectic mix of instruments at a Tiny Desk concert. Known for blending elements of Appalachian folk, Celtic ballads, and Ukrainian folk traditions, Lisa Maria Bates and Amy Lou Keeler showcased their unique musical style during the performance.

The duo's intimate and powerful songs, filled with poignant resignation, resonated with the cozy crowd at the Tiny Desk. Their ability to weave together diverse influences such as bluegrass and Eastern European folk music was evident in their performance, where Amy showcased her talents on the fiddlesticks while Lisa displayed her skills on the fiddle, mandolin, and banjo.

Despite the challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, Mama's Broke found solace in writing new tunes and experimenting with different tunings during the hiatus from touring. Their latest album, "Narrow Line," released in 2022, has garnered critical acclaim, earning nominations for Vocal Group of the Year at the Canadian Folk Music Awards and Traditional Roots Album of the Year at the Juno Awards of 2023.

Overall, Mama's Broke's Tiny Desk concert was a testament to their exceptional musicianship, captivating harmonies, and ability to transport listeners through a musical journey influenced by a myriad of cultural traditions.