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Blues Series: Stevie Ray Vaughn Tribute

                                

Just five weeks after the release of his debut LP, Texas Flood, Austin guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughn was already well on his way to cementing his status as a giant of the blues. However, when he crossed the border for a sweltering July date in 1983 at the fabled El Mocambo in Toronto, a legend was born.
Stevie Ray Vaughn Live at The El Mocambo is a historic set that included scorching originals mixed with covers from blues titans like Buddy Guy, Howlin’ Wolf, Lonnie Mack and John Lee Hooker. The night also extended to rock’s lineage by including three Jimi Hendrix covers, proving that Stevie Ray was part of an exciting new breed, complete with it’s own set of reference points. As for the performance itself, it was delivered with a fire and passion that was uniquely Stevie’s and arced from emotionally raw to fiercely powerful.
On March 13th, join us at Dolan’s Pub as our winter blues series continues with a faithful recreation of this legendary live performance, on its 40th anniversary, along with a bonus set of SRV favourites. Connor Fox and Jonnie Price hold up their end of the bargain by leading the guitar charge, while Jamie Guitar and Andrew DeMerchant anchor the night in their respective roles as Double Trouble. This show is a ‘must-see’ for any fan of the guitar.

The Mix

                                

Come on down for an evening of excitement and music from The Mix!

Unheard

Comprised of both current and former members of some of the Maritimes most formidable cover bands (TenMile House, The Frequency, Shameless) “The League” have 1000’s of stage miles amongst them. […]

Blues Series: Theresa Malenfant and The Instigators

                                

If there were any artist deserving of the title of ‘Queen of Maritime Blues’, few would argue with giving the crown to Dieppe, NB’s Theresa Malenfant. Theresa has been performing to packed, appreciative audiences for over 30 years, serving up distinctively powerful soul, in the tradition of her heroes Janis Joplin and Etta James.
Her many accolades help to tell the story. In 1994 and 1995, Theresa won the East Coast Music Award for Best Female Artist. Her Little Girl Blue album, featuring songs originally recorded by Janis Joplin, was awarded nominations for Female Artist of the Year at The Maple Blues Awards in 1997 and 1998. This was followed by five years in Europe where her fan base grew to include strong followings in Belgium and Holland. Theresa’s career in the 2000’s has included more awards and nominations, and more well received recordings, including a ‘Best Of’ release and a live album. In 2015 she was awarded Lifetime Achievement at Maple Blues Awards and in 2019 she and Scott Medford won second place at the IBC International Blues Challenge in Memphis Tennessee.
If you like hearing the blues coming from deep inside an artist’s soul, you will be captivated by the force and passion of a Theresa Malenfant performance.

Haliwood

Haliwood is a Halifax-based cover band that plays all your favourite songs. This collective of talented musicians (Shawn Taylor, Joey Taylor, Matt Meuse, and Colin Burke) consists of 4 vocalists, […]

Certified

                                

All 6 band members are originally from and reside in the Bathurst area, Northern New-Brunswick. The group was formed in February 2009 when 6 friends joined forces. 5 months later, the Rock-Funk power group was the closing act for Rock Legend “Loverboy” during Bathurst Hospitality Days. Since then, the roller coaster ride has never stopped bringing Certified to numerous venues, Festivals, Fundraisers and celebrations all across New-Brunswick. Certified has also been a supporting act and shared the stage with legends Honeymoon suite, Headpins and Harlequin as well as one Maritimes favorites, The Stanfields, Signal Hill and Love Guns.

For more information visit their facebook page.

Rik Reese Band

                                

Every highway has its share of bumps, but Rik Reese and his band sure know how to dodge and swerve. Coined by their fans and peers as one of the hardest working bands in Atlantic Canada, Rik Reese Band had had their share of triumphs and tragedies. A highlight in the band's career was in 2011 when they opened for Country Superstar Toby Keith, but tragedy struck just hours later when their bassist; Pete King, was killed in a motorcycle/moose collision returning from the show. Today, a corner stone of the Cavendish Beach Music Festival Main Stage has been engraved as a Pete memorial; the stage of his final performance.

Through perseverance and fan support, the Rik Reese band has come out swinging with a stellar line up of committed and talented musicians. From intimate, acoustic shows to large scale festivals, Rik's a natural performer who connects with his audience and the solid musicianship and passion of the band fills the stage at every performance. As CMT Host Casey Clarke said: "These guys are all about the live show".

Shameless

                                

SHAMELESS is Atlantic Canada's best known party band. Fronted by charismatic singer and band founder Shawn Birt, Teddy Zee rockin' the guitar, J. Luke Morris holding down the bass, and the always grooving Tommy Maillet on drums... SHAMELESS always bring an exciting energy to every show.

The setlist has music from all genres: Rock n Roll, Country and even some Maritimes favorites. SHAMELESS guarantees a great time!

Playing over 200 shows a year, voted Halifax's best cover band 5 years in a row, and regularly selling out venues from Halifax to Toronto, SHAMELESS is not to be missed!

Ross Neilson

                                

Satori is a Halifax based Show Band providing pro quality entertainment across Canada. They specialize in high energy top 40 dance music and consistently update their song list to play the hottest hits while they’re hot.

Satori play over 150 shows a year & have become well known for their incredible live performances. They insist on performing all of their tracks with accuracy, passion and showmanship. For a 4 piece band, they have a huge sound, including colourful 4-part vocal harmonies, state of the art sampling, sound & light technology. Their shows are highly interactive and their set lists are proven to bring the party!

For more information visit their web page.