27 results for tag: Rock
Two time WCMA nominee Megan Nash has been described by CBC Radio One’s Tom Allen as having “a powerful voice and an authoritative style.” On her latest album Seeker, the Saskatchewan singer songwriter collaborates with ambient/alt-
rock unit Bears In Hazenmore with brilliant results. In sharp contrast to the starkness of ...
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With a sound that bridges a curious gap between Van Morrison, Joel Plaskett, and outsider artists such as Daniel Johnston, the Karpinka Brothers may very well be the truest and purest artists to ever come out of Saskatchewan. The brother’s third album, You Can Count On Me, recently won Best Album of the Year in Planet S ...
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For more than a quarter of a century, Vesti Hanson and Cam McConnell have been the local champions of classic soul and R’n’B. With a set list that includes the hits of Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones, Chicago, and Marvin Gaye, Vesti and Cam surround themselves with some of the best players in town.
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Well-known as front man of the prairie R&B band Absofunkinlutely, Randy Woods is a long-time lover of soul, reggae, and groove music. He has recently stepped out on his own with a collection of tunes that is a blend of ska, New Orleans rhythms, and funk. Randy’s new work is polished and poetic, with big dance grooves that ...
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Feeling it was time to expand her one-woman accordiana show, vocalist Gillian Snider recruited Anna Bekolay (violin), James Diakuw (clarinet), Nevin Buehler (bass), Peter Abonyi (guitar), and Aidan Weiman (drums) to join in on her musical misadventures. The Whiskey Jerks have created their own niche, combining klezmer, countr...
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Combining folk sensibility and acoustic instruments with
rock dynamics and sharp, engaged songwriting, Oysterband has become legendary for the passion and energy of their live performances in 35 countries across Europe, Asia, and North America. The band’s modern, folk-based British music, acoustic at heart, sometimes intense, ...
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If you haven't heard of Winnipeg singer-songwriter Romi Mayes yet, it's time you have. One of the hardest working independent musicians touring the globe today, Romi has won three WCMAs for Songwriter of the Year, two WMCAs for Album of The Year, and a JUNO nomination for Album of the Year. Known for her powerful lyrical ...
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The Saskatoon Musicians’ Association celebrates its 108th year with Gala Showcase 2018 – a star-studded evening featuring the diverse musical styles of some of Saskatoon’s top professional musicians. This year’s list of performers includes award-winning blues man B.C. Read, Sinatra jazz vocal specialist Graham Dyck, ...
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Award-winning vocalist Heidi Munro is one of the hardest working and most versatile entertainers in Western Canada. Possessing a gutsy, soulful vocal style, her influences include R&B, blues, country,
rock, and jazz. Heidi will be performing selections from her new CD and will be accompanied by Rich McFarlane (guitar), Kim ...
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Edmonton blues and roots
rocker Joe Nolan makes his Bassment debut with the release of his latest recording Cry Baby. As a lyricist, Nolan is not afraid to bleed - his open, wounded-heart delivery is brave and endearing filled with unapologetic vulnerability. Joe was recently awarded a Maple Blues Award for songwriting. ...
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