Gnarwhal is a heavy alt-fuzz rock band from Yellowknife, Canada, blending doom, grunge, and prog-metal. Since forming in 2021, they've toured across Canada, earned a WCMA nod, and dropped two releases. Their next full-length album arrives March 2026, further cementing their place in Canada’s stoner rock underground. 
Their debut album earned a Western Canadian Music Award nomination in 2023 and a 2022 Music NWT Award.
They've shared stages with notable acts, solidifying their presence in Canadian rock. With an innovative sound, they're making waves in the heavy music scene.

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