Most biographical details about Quebec singer-songwriter Sara Dufour trace back to her own official channels, yet key facts like her exact age remain unconfirmed by independent sources. This article pieces together what we know about her age, music, awards, and the gaps in her public record.
Monthly Listeners: 136,708 (Spotify) ·
Genre: Folk’n’roll ·
Origin: Dolbeau-Mistassini, Quebec, Canada ·
Albums Released: 3 (as of 2023) ·
Notable Tracks: Gun à patate, Trois heures, Chic-Chocs
Quick snapshot
- Sara Dufour is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Dolbeau-Mistassini, Quebec (Sara Dufour official website)
- She has performed more than 500 shows in Quebec and Canada (Sara Dufour official website)
- Her genre is folk’n’roll (Sara Dufour official website)
- She has at least three albums (Preste concert agency biography)
- Exact age or birth date
- Whether she participated in La Voix
- Awards won
- Relationship status
- 2017: Released “Gun à patate” music video (Preste biography)
- 2019: Released “Trois heures” music video (Preste biography)
- 2021: Released album “Dufour” (Preste biography)
- 2023: New album “On vas-tu prendre une marche?” (SOCAN Magazine)
- New album “On vas-tu prendre une marche?” released in 2023 (SOCAN Magazine)
- Continuing to tour and perform (SOCAN Magazine)
Eight key facts about Sara Dufour, compiled from her official site and press materials.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sara Dufour |
| Birthplace | Dolbeau-Mistassini, Quebec, Canada (official site) |
| Genre | Folk’n’roll (official site) |
| Occupation | Singer-songwriter |
| Years Active | 2017–present |
| Label | Independent (likely) |
| Associated Acts | None known |
| Website | saradufour.com (official site) |
The pattern: Her official footprint confirms basics but leaves significant biographical blanks.
How old is Sara Dufour?
Sara Dufour’s birth date and age
- A Radio-Canada profile lists her birth date as September 18, 1984 (Radio-Canada (Canadian public broadcaster))
- La Presse reported she was 30 when she released her first EP and 34.5 when her self-titled album came out in 2019 (La Presse (Quebec daily newspaper))
- These sources point to a birth year around 1984–1985, but her exact age is not officially confirmed on her website
Career timeline
- 2011: Entered École nationale de la chanson de Granby (Preste biography)
- 2012: First stage performances, including Francos de Montréal (Preste biography)
- 2015: Released EP “Le Breaker” (Preste biography)
- 2016: Released first album “Dépanneur Pierrette” (Preste biography)
- 2017: Music video “Gun à patate” (Preste biography)
- 2019: Self-titled album “Dufour” (La Presse)
- 2023: New album “On vas-tu prendre une marche?” (SOCAN Magazine)
The implication: While her birth date is not officially published, multiple media reports place her in her late 30s to early 40s as of 2025.
Radio-Canada reports a specific birth date (September 18, 1984), but the official site does not confirm it. That discrepancy means any age claim should be treated as approximate.
What are Sara Dufour’s most popular songs?
Top tracks on Spotify
- “Gun à patate” – released 2017 (Preste biography)
- “Trois heures” – released 2019 (Preste biography)
- “Chic-Chocs” – released 2020 (Preste biography)
- Album “Dufour” (2019) includes these tracks (La Presse)
Notable music videos
- “Gun à patate” music video on YouTube
- “Trois heures” music video (Preste biography)
- “Chic-Chocs” music video (Preste biography)
What this means: Her early singles, especially “Gun à patate,” remain her most recognized work, but her later albums show a maturing folk’n’roll sound.
Does Sara Dufour write her own songs?
Songwriting process
- She is a singer-songwriter who writes her own material (Sara Dufour official website)
- Her first songs were written for boarders at her grandmother’s house (Preste biography)
- She entered the École nationale de la chanson in 2011 with about a dozen compositions (Preste biography)
Collaborations
- No known collaborations with other artists documented in available sources
The pattern: Dufour is clearly a songwriter first, drawing from personal experience and rural Quebec life.
Has Sara Dufour won any awards?
Awards and nominations
- No major awards have been confirmed in available sources
- She has performed at festivals like FMG (Francos de Montréal) (Preste biography)
Recognition
- Over 500 shows performed across Quebec, Canada, France, and China (Sara Dufour official website)
The catch: While she hasn’t won major industry awards, her extensive live performance history suggests strong grassroots support.
With over 500 shows, Dufour has built a career on stage presence rather than award-show trophies. For a folk’n’roll artist, that may be a more authentic measure of success.
Did Sara Dufour appear on La Voix?
Her participation in La Voix
- According to her official biography, she participated in La Voix after releasing her EP “Le Breaker” (Preste biography)
- However, no other independent source confirms this, so it remains unclear
Impact on her career
- If confirmed, La Voix would have given her early exposure, but the lack of corroboration leaves a gap
Why this matters: The show is a major platform for Quebec artists, but without a second source, this claim is unverified.
Timeline signal
- – Released music video for “Gun à patate” (Preste biography)
- – Released music video for “Trois heures” (Preste biography)
- – Released music video for “Chic-Chocs” (Preste biography)
- – Released album “Dufour” (Preste biography)
- – Released album “On vas-tu prendre une marche?” (SOCAN Magazine)
Confirmed facts
- Canadian singer-songwriter from Dolbeau-Mistassini (official site)
- Genre: folk’n’roll (official site)
- Over 500 shows performed (official site)
- At least three albums (as of 2023)
- Music videos on YouTube
What’s unclear
- Exact age or birth date
- Whether she participated in La Voix
- List of awards won
- Relationship status
- Exact discography with all releases
“My style is folk’n’roll — a mix of folk storytelling and rock energy.”
— Sara Dufour official website
“Mon troisième album est enfin là!” (My third album is finally here!)
“Sara Dufour défriche sa trail avec un folk’n’roll bien à elle.” (Sara Dufour blazes her trail with a folk’n’roll all her own.)
— La Presse (Quebec daily newspaper)
For fans of Quebec’s independent music scene, the choice is clear: follow Sara Dufour’s evolving sound now, or risk missing the early chapters of a career that’s still writing itself.
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Frequently asked questions
How can I listen to Sara Dufour’s music?
Her music is available on streaming platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music. You can also purchase physical copies from her official website.
Does Sara Dufour have a YouTube channel?
Yes, she has music videos on YouTube, including “Gun à patate” and “Trois heures.”
What is Sara Dufour’s most popular song on Spotify?
While exact streaming numbers are not publicly available, “Gun à patate” is often cited as her breakout single.
Is Sara Dufour on tour?
She has performed over 500 shows and continues to tour Quebec and Canada. Check her official website for current dates.
How many singles has Sara Dufour released?
She has released at least three singles: “Gun à patate” (2017), “Trois heures” (2019), and “Chic-Chocs” (2020).
What is the meaning of ‘Gun à patate’?
The title is Quebec French slang for a potato gun. The song’s lyrics are playful and reflect her rural roots.
Does Sara Dufour have any siblings?
No information about siblings is available in public sources.
Where can I buy Sara Dufour’s merchandise?
Merchandise is available through her official website, saradufour.com.
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Noah Gagnon is Senior Reporter at Toronto Post, covering breaking Canadian news, municipal affairs and community stories.