Four Good Emperors is a North Vancouver-based band blending soul, funk-rock, R&B, and psychedelic grooves into a fresh yet timeless sound. Since forming in 2023, they’ve built steady momentum with the release of four singles plus radio features on BC Unsigned and REVY Live Outside following a packed debut at the Fox Cabaret.
On stage, the band has delivered strong performances across B.C., including Vibrant Vines Winery, Tyrant Studios, and REVY Live Outside to name a few as well as recently becoming first place finalists of Best In Vancouver 2025. For 2026 they will be focusing on writing and recording while continuing to bring their dynamic live show to local stages. Looking ahead, Four Good Emperors plan to expand their sound with an EP—or potentially a full-length album late-2026.
Vision: Four Good Emperors main focus for 2026 will be dedicating more time to writing and recording as well as building more content to share. While this will be their main priority, they still plan to take on performing opportunities and are currently seeking bookers to help them branch out into BC's interior, the island and other provinces.
Core Members: Multi-instrumentalist and singer/songwriter William John has been a musical mainstay in the Greater Vancouver area for over 15 years. Will has lent his talents to numerous local recording acts including Ylem, Shadowfax Nine O'Clock Gun, The Coalition, Bort and Lightbulb Vaporizer just to name a few. He is an award winning film composer, and also has experience managing a recording studio.
Singer/songwriter Ally Jedrzejek honed her craft as a vocalist performing with various tribute acts across North America and the Caribbean. Ally has also been a familiar face on the musical scene across the the greater Toronto area for the last decade. In 2019, Ally relocated to North Vancouver, BC to pursue her BMus and is now an honours graduate of the Capilano University Jazz Studies Education program. She continues to tour as well as vibes as a vocal coach and music instructor in her adopted home on the North Shore.
Bassist Gabe Beisetzer cut his teeth working the pub/club circuit in the late 90's. The bassist then had the opportunity to cut a record with Canadian Idol finalist Aaron Walpole in 2005. The next few years saw Gabe split his time between the studio, stage and screen. He played a prominent role in the 2010 film Do Something With Your Life, then took a turn in the stage production of The Adding Machine in 2011. Since then, Gabe's focus has been on making music, often teaming up with long time friend/ collaborator William John. He is currently working on an ongoing project called “Wreckhouse Winds".
Drummer/keyboardist Kevin Holman has recently come full circle after focusing on his career as an occupational therapist. He is back to writing, recording and performing once again and has recently started a studio project “LoLo Keys” releasing their first song in 2024. Another talented former student of the Capilano Jazz Program, Kevin brings a unique approach to song craft as well as a keen sense of groove and impeccable timing.