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Between 1930 and 1935, Sam, Lonnie and Armenter Chatman, the three sons of slaves who along with Walter Vinson made up the core of "The Mississippi Sheiks", created some of the most memorable blues rants and square dance hollers ever conjured up. It is their music that Vancouver songwriter, musician and producer Steve Dawson has been obsessed with for many years, and the Mississippi Sheiks Tribute represents the fruition of a long-time dream. Joining him onstage is triple Juno awarded Jim Byrnes and Del Rey who became a blues artist after actually meeting bluesman Sam Chatmon. Their sound was indefinable – part country and part apocalyptic blues, which these talented artists will redefine. I knowed the Mississippi Sheiks. Yessir. Walked ten miles to see them play. They was high-time… makin' them good records,man. - Muddy Waters Featuring: Steve Dawson, Jim Byrnes, Del Ray, Keith Lowe & Jeff Hicks. One night only. www.blackhenmusic.com/artist/mississippi-sheiks-tribute-project |
We love Bill & his music. He has played our room so many times we have lost count. He will charm everyone. Bill’s multicultural rhythms have delighted audiences all over the world. “Bourne flows with this almost indescribable soul infused with a lonesome strain of blues... This man was put on this earth to play music.” - Crossroads Magazine - Tuscon, AZ A multiple Canadian Juno Award winner, Bill has received international acclaim for his recordings and live performances. A mainstay on the international roots scene, life on the road is reflected in Bill’s music - powerful rhythms and soulful songs, steeped in World Beat, Blues, Cajun, Celtic, Folk, Flamenco, Funk, Poetry and more... |
Powerful Prose & Warm Embrace. Singer-songwriter John Cruz is one of Hawaii’s most popular artists, thanks to his endlessly summery, serene island style of music, which sounds pretty much exactly how you might expect. Gently plucked Breedlove guitars, easygoing melodies, a velvety singing voice, life-is-good lyrics — Cruz has it all. (He even got to play Barack Obama’s inauguration alongside Jack Johnson. Very cool.) The staff at Hawaii Magazine have named John the "Best Singer-Songwriter from Hawaii." As if the honor weren't enough, the article continues on to lavishly praise John's soulful style. "Cruz is one of the finest contemporary singer-songwriter-musicians you'll hear, Hawaii-based or otherwise. Listen to Cruz's Na Hoku Hanohano award-winning 2007 CD One of These Days for proof. Cruz's honeyed, husky voice is a marvel -- real world honest whether touching on subjects painfully personal or sweetly hopeful.” |
A Valentine’s Day musical date. “There’s no doubt that Andrew and Zach excel on their own musically but having them together, accompanying each other with drums, mandolin, dobro and pitch perfect harmonies is just spectacular” castanet.net Andrew and Zachari Smith are a folk, alt-country and tap-style guitar father/son duo. They are accomplished songwriters, engaging storytellers and multi-instrumentalists. Andrew and Zachari bring their many talents to audiences with ease; their voices meld, like only families can, and they perform in relaxed synchronicity. The Smiths have been touring Europe and Canada together since 2009 and in 2011 they released their first duo cd ‘travelling’. Andrew is one of very few Canadians to have won the prestigious Kerrville Newfolk Songwriting Competition. He is also a "world class" tap style guitarist. Critics have said that Andrew Smith "plays like Don Ross (finger-style guitar champion) and sounds like James Taylor". Zachari’s songwriting is a sweet blend of original folk and alt-country. His political subject matter harkens back to early Dylan coupled with beatlesque sensibilities. Andrew is a seasoned musician who has toured much of the world playing folk clubs, festivals and house concerts to enthusiastic audiences. Zachari has toured Canada and the US solo and with his band ‘The Geese’. |
Coco Love Alcorn sings joyful soul; a combination of her diverse musical influences including jazz, pop, R&B and folk. Her voice is hailed as 'extraordinary' (Vancouver Province), 'beautiful' (Canadian Musician) and 'stunning' (Star Phoenix). Her playful and witty character, love of improvising and her willingness to engage fearlessly with the audience has made Coco Love Alcorn a leader and visionary on the Canadian music scene. A hypnotic blend of R&B, Jazz, Pop and Folk sensually wrapped in the warm glow of Coco's seductive alto. As a performer she is always in the moment; playful and witty, joyful and genuine, soulful and compelling. |
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Ottmar with a Twist... Passionate & Fiery Rumba Flamenco Latin Guitar When John Gilliat holds his acoustic guitar he holds technique and emotion in melodic balance and holds his audience in the palm of his hand. In 1995, John won "Best Acoustic Guitar Performance" in the Music West Star Frets Competition. He won Vancouver's Unplugged Competition in 1996, in 1997 he became a finalist in Vancouver's Global Star Quest and in 2009 competed at the Montreal Jazz Festival winning the Grand Prize at the BOSS Loop Station 2009 Championship National Finals. Passionate and fiery flamenco guitars and beautiful melodies intertwine with exotic percussion, bass and drums. The 2002 West Coast Music Awards nominated Peace as "Best Instrumental Release - Non Classical". |
Passion! Excitement! Virtuosity! Jack Semple is one of those rare guitar players who leaves a crowd speechless, one of those players who leaves a crowd in total astonishment, in absolute awe of what they have just experienced. Listening to and watching Jack play fills one with a sense of having witnessed an event in time, one not soon to be forgotten. Jack Semple is a guitar players – guitar player. An absolute virtuoso of his art form Jack plays with unparalleled feeling and total technical control. Now did I mention the man can sing? Jack has a set of pipes that are smooth as silk and as raw and jagged as rocks cutting through an ocean shore line. His vocal talents alone are an event to behold. Jack has performed with: Martha Reeves, The Drifters, Little Anthony, Danny Gatton, kd Lang, Ronnie Hawkins, Colin James, The Lincolns, Alain Caron |
Sharp, Sassy, Funny – an All Female Canadian Folk Music Trio The Good Lovelies are not your run-of-the-mill "all girl" band. At a time when too many of us are affected by gloom, doom and recovering from recession these three women are the perfect antidote. Recent winners of the 2010 Juno for Roots Album of the Year and 2009 New Emerging Artist Award from the Canadian Folk Music Awards - the Good Lovelies are making waves across Canada. The aptly named Good Lovelies are Caroline Brooks, Kerri Ough and Sue Passmore, all of them best friends and refugees from solo careers. Described as folk-roots and western swing, the Toronto-based trio rely on unerring three-part vocal harmonies, clever songs and, onstage, convulsively funny repartee. Introducing their new cd “Let the Rain Fall”. |
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Although still relatively young in "blues years", David Gogo has accomplished much in his career. So far he has three Juno nominations, was named Musician of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards, was twice named Guitarist of the Year at the Maple Blues Awards, and has been bestowed with the CBC Saturday Night Blues, Great Canadian Blues Award for a lifetime contribution to the blues in Canada. Nine albums have been released under his name and he has been a guest on a number of other artist’s recordings. David has composed music for television and major motion pictures and his songs have been performed and recorded by various musicians worldwide. Whether he’s showcasing his blistering guitar licks and soulful vocals during his electric performances or drawing the crowd in with his humour and down-to-earth personality during his acoustic shows, audiences throughout N. America, Europe, & Scandinavia can attest to his outstanding talent. |
Brandon and Keith formed their duo in January 2012. However, they have known and performed with each other for several years with Canada’s Best Jump Swing Blues Band “The Twisters”. They got together to play the music they love. Individually, Brandon is a prolific song writer and has been nominated for a Maple Blues Award for Song Writer of the Year. He is also a world class musician who plays guitar, harmonica, washboard, jug, kazoo and most recently, he started playing banjo. Brandon is a great story teller with a quick wit and keen sense of humour which is evident in his shows. Unforgettable is what a performance by stand-up bassist Keith Picot is. With a hard hitting slap style, all his own , he can drive a beat like the devil, then equally and effortlessly draw out the sweet tones of a saint. In 2011 he won a Maple Blues Award as Canada’s Best Bass Player. You are guaranteed pleasure when watching Keith Picot do what he loves to do. Their performances are a rollicking good time! A mixture of great music mixed with comedy! They are performers that you could watch several times as each show is unique. |
April 10, Tuesday Connie Kaldor is a performer without borders. A contradiction in terms. She is a Juno-award winning singer who has flourished on the folk music scene for over two decades yet her repertoire of original material blurs musical boundaries, embracing elements of gospel, rock, country and western, folk, blue grass and adult contemporary. Her live performances are legendary and her fan base broad and fiercely loyal. People come back to see her again and again because a Connie Kaldor performance is about more than just the power of music. It is also about the power of personality. What she says between songs is as intriguing as the lyrics she sings. “A masterful performer, wildly funny one moment, deeply personal the next.” The Boston Globe |
“Roots supergroup…A roll call of the band is a who's who of some of Vancouver's finest musicians… heavily into gospel bluegrass but can move into other genres at the drop of a hat…” - North Shore News, John Goodman The line up allows the band to explore this music both instrumentally as well as vocally. Growing up in rural BC, singer Angela Harris sang old country and yodeling songs as a child. Multi instrumentalist Eric Reed and bassist Rob Becker honed their skills in the hundreds of shows and recording sessions they played as first call musicians in all genres. Shari Ulrich’s voice along with her fiddle and mandolin style, were a perfect fit, and Wendy Bird sang some of these songs in bands twenty years ago. Guitarist Colin Nairne has long admired the style and with fellow Legendary Heart Barney Bentall, knew it was only a matter of time before they would be playing it. |
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We are also booking 2012 dates with: Matt Andersen, From France - Samarabalouf! Michael Kaeshammer, Ana Bon-Bon, Rory Block Tickets will go on sale when we post the dates on the Website |
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The Dream Cafe | 67 Colourful Front St. | Penticton | V2A 1H2 | Canada |
