It is with sadness that we announce the recent passing of legendary local musician Mark LaForme. More details to follow. Our condolences to his family, friends and fans.
Mark was a musical force who could handle Rock, Blues, Folk, Country and more. He performed with Stompin' Tom, Ronnie Hawkins and many, many other performers. His storied career also included nationally charting solo singles and co-writing Git Along Little Doggie with Dallas Harms, recorded by Gene Watson.
I am filled with unbearable sadness and emptiness as I inform you of Mark's passing. He loved his fans and was always amazed at how many of you loved him and his music.
A word from Lou, our blogger:
It was always great to see Mark LaForme perform. His talent was evident at every show and he was always very friendly with his fans. My heart goes out to anyone whose life he touched.
Mark Laforme, I call him The Rattler, is another musical guiding light, he was on the charts in the 1980’s and was Stompin Tom’s musical director. Always so supportive and a pillar to the music community here in Six Nations and New Credit, sad to hear the news he is gone.
I just heard of his passing. Some amazing memories sharing the stage with this incredible musician and all around great human being. Love and hugs to Jenn and all his family.
It is with a heavy heart we see another legend cross over the heavenly gates.
Mark Laforme made an impact on many people's lives in and out of The Galley Pump. He brought so much spirit and energy to his performances and always drew amazing crowds.
Our hearts are with Mark's family, we are sorry to hear of your loss and we are here for you when you need us.
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Waterdown Sax Man Peter McFarland. He passed away on October 26, 2018. Peter played with many local artists and was also a member of Groove Corporation. We will add details as we learn about them. Our condolences to his family, friend and fans.
It’s hard to know what to say today. Some of you May already know that Peter McFarland has passed. For those of you who don’t, I’m sorry to be the bearer of the news. Peter was a wonderful person and a great saxophone player. He will be missed in our musical Community. Rest in peace PETER.
I am deeply saddened by the loss of friend and fellow musician Peter McFarland today . He was my favourite local Sax player, the guy who "Got It". Now he can play with the angels.
Peter Griffin
Very sad to hear of the loss of a member of our musical community today. Peter McFarland was a talented musician and a warm gentleman. I am grateful that I had the opportunity to share the stage with him on occasion. He will be missed by many. RIP Pete.
In the early 1990's while a student at McMaster University, I had a job with the City of Hamilton at the municipal golf course cutting the greens. My boss was a laid back, gentle man named Peter McFarland. Soft-spoken, but as an employer, carried a strong authoritative energy that caused you the desire to always do good work. That was one of my favourite jobs and ran the course of 4 years while in school.
Years later my path navigated to music, and eventually owning a club and promoting concerts. It was only then that I figured out Peter was a talented musician. Not once during the 4 years that I worked for him did he mention he was one of the city's best saxophone players. Not one to self-promote, humble and again..soft-spoken.
It saddens me that my friend has passed away today. He will be missed.
He and my father worked together for 30+ years and he was the guy who introduced me to the entire circle of musicians who brought me up as a player when I was a really young kid. He was a hell of a guy and a great player. He’ll be missed.
His Groove Corporation bandmate, Lily Sazz, created this beautiful YouTube video shortly before his passing.
As always, there's a Local Musicians category where a number of area performers are nominated. Many of them are also listed in Professional Entertainers list too. Local Musicians
With his latest disc, Never Say What You Mean, local guitar slinger/vocalist Chris Chambers has created a stupendous mix of soul, blues and rock.
The new collection also has a modern sound while still maintaining its roots. Chris can really rock out (Distraction, All Undone) or take it nice and slow when needed (Remember, Can't Understand).
The CD is available at his live shows and can also be purchased as a download on iTunes and VIP Rock Shop.
Below is a video where he performs the title track
Singer/Guitarist Chris Chambers is a young, energetic Hamilton performer with a lot of musical power.
He's opened for and played with Steve Earle, Crowbar, Trooper, Jack deKeyzer and more. Chris is also a festival mainstay in the Ontario area.
His sound is incredibly diverse. He can get funky, rock out, play great acoustic tunes, and sing soulfully when needed. On top of that, the guy even incorporates bits of jazz, delta blues and more.
According to Chris' web site, a new CD is in the works for this year. His 2007 self-titled release was incredible so this one should be amazing as well.
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