In Blue River is a performing/writing duo comprised of singer Maria-Cristina Fantini and guitarist/banjoist Devon Wells. Their sound blends folk instrumentation with a variety of diverse influences. The duo was formed in the early part of 2000 in Toronto. Their unique sound met enthusiastic response amongst the coffee shop set. They relocated to Vancouver in September of 2002 upon Maria Cristina’s acceptance into the Masters of Operatic Performance program at UBC.

In Toronto In Blue River performed regularly at a number of venues including The Tranzac Club, Holy Joe’s, Oasis, The Free Times Café, and Graphitti’s. In the summer of 2001 they played a one off at the Rose and Thistle Pub in St. John’s Newfoundland and were among the featured performers at the Newmarket Mainstreet Folk and Blues Festival 2001 in Newmarket, Ontario.

In Blue River has received airplay on CBC Radio 1, been featured on both York University Radio and Ryerson College radio, filmed interview and performance segments for Pepper Scott Web TV, and performed live on Toronto cable morning show Rogers’ Daytime Television.

In Blue River’s self titled debut album, recorded at Emmanuel Studios in 2001, has sold over 400 copies. Selections from the album have been earmarked for inclusion in upcoming independent films Everywhere All Over and Cazual X.

Currently In Blue River is working on its sophomore album with producer/engineer Michael Jack. 4 songs from these sessions have been completed and compiled as an EP (2003). Currently the pair are enjoying performing in their new hometown of Vancouver.