Pages

▼

Tuesday, January 31, 2017

James Anthony Band Saturday Blues Matinee Now at Purple Heather (George Olliver, Donnie Meeker, Lisa Hutchinson)


The James Anthony Band has moved its popular Saturday Blues Matinee to its new home at the Purple Heather in Burlington.  Every Saturday from 2-6pm they'll be performing with a different amazing guest (or guests).



 Links: James Anthony, More James Anthony Stories, Video above courtesy of Caper245

Here's a preview of who'll be teaming up with them in the next little while..
February 4, 2017: George Olliver



Links: George Olliver, Video above courtesy of Word and Sound Music
February 11, 2017: Donnie Meeker



Links: Donnie Meeker, More John Ellison Cover/Stories, Video above courtesy of bigbassbadman
February 18, 2017: Terry Chisholm

 No video available
February 25, 2017: Lisa Hutchinson



Links: Lisa Hutchinson, Video above courtesy of neek49
Blast from the Past: James Anthony and Others on Ensemble TV show
Previous (Burlington Post Readers' Choice Award Nominations) - - - Next (Dana Swarbrick & Geoff Hudson Videos)
No comments:

Monday, January 30, 2017

Vote for your Favourite Entertainers in the Burlington Post Readers' Choice Awards! Deadline Feb 5


Voting is now open in the 2017 Burlington Post Readers' Choice Awards.  As always, a number of local musicians are nominated in the Local Entertainers category. Voting deadline is Sunday, February 5, 2016

Here's a the full list of nominees in the Local Entertainers category

There are many other music-related categories to vote in as well: Live Entertainment, Local Tourist Attraction, Music Store (New), Musical Instruction, Musical Instrument Store

NEW! Click here to see the winners.

Blast from the Past: Last Year's Winners

 Links: Post's Readers' Choice Award, More Burlington Post Reader's Choice Awards Stories
Previous (David Braid Up for Canadian Screen Awards) - - - Next (Videos: James Anthony, George Olliver, Donnie Meeker, Lisa Hutchinson)
No comments:

Saturday, January 28, 2017

GOOD LUCK! Hamilton Born David Braid Nominated for Canadian Screen Awards

The 2017 Canadian Screen Awards showcase the best in television, digital media and film the country has to offer. Hamilton-born jazz pianist and composer David Braid is up for two awards (Achievement in Music – Best Original Song and Achievement in Music – Original Score) for his amazing music on Born to be Blue, a film about jazz legend Chet Baker.

Hopefully, he'll be bringing home some hardware at the televised ceremony March 12, 2017 on CBC.



Links: David Braid, More David Braid Stories, Video above courtesy of Soundtrackland



Video above courtesy of Movieclips Trailers

Here are the others nominated in the categories

 Achievement in Music – Best Original Song
Achievement in Music – Original Score
Also of note to our readers is the documentary I Am the Blues, a Canadian co-production about veteran American Blues artists. The film was nominated in the Ted Rogers Best Feature Length Documentary and Best Cinematography in a Feature Length Documentary categories.



Video above courtesy of IDFA

Previous (News Roundup: Piper Hayes, Saga, International Folk Award Nominees) - - - Next (Burlington Post Readers' Choice Award Nominations)
No comments:

Thursday, January 26, 2017

News Roundup (Piper Hayes, Saga, International Folk Award Nominees)

News

Local
Canada

Canadian nominees listed below
World
Passings
          The Adventures of Trebleclef, the Hamilton Blues Lovers Monkey
          No comments:

          Wednesday, January 25, 2017

          Videos: David Lum, Nolan Hubbard, Outside the Box, Melissa Koehler


          Every Sunday from 2-4pm, The Brantford Station Gallery hosts Sunday Roots Revival, an amazing roots music showcase. For a suggested donation of $5-10, you can catch some of the best live music in the area.

          Here are a few upcoming acts along with some of their videos.

          January 29: David Lum w Sing Me A River



          Links: David Lum, More David Lum Stories, Video above courtesy of David Lum
          February 5: Nolan Hubbard



          Links: Nolan Hubbard, Video above courtesy of Nolan Hubbard
          February 12: Outside the Box



           Links: Outside the Box, Video above courtesy of Peter Light
          February 19: Melissa Koehler



          Links: Melissa Koehler, Video above courtesy of Melissa Koehler 

          Click here for the full schedule
          Previous (Spencer Mackenzie Wins Maple Blues Award) - - - Next (News Roundup: Piper Hayes, Saga, International Folk Award Nominees)
          No comments:

          Tuesday, January 24, 2017

          CONGRATS! Fort Erie's Spencer Mackenzie Wins Maple Blues Award!


          Young Fort Erie Blues sensation, Spencer MacKenzie proved himself to be one of Canada's best at the 2017 Maple Blues Awards.  He took home the New Artist of the Year award at the ceremony on Monday, January 23, 2017 in Toronto. GREAT JOB SPENCER!



          Links: Spencer MacKenzie, More Spencer Mackenzie Stories, Video above courtesy of Dee Blue

          The big winners that night were The Paul DesLauriers Band (4 wins) and Angel Forrest (3)



          Links: Paul DesLauriers, More Paul DesLauriers  Stories, Video above courtesy of Canal Bank Shuffle



          Links: Angel Forrest, More Angel Forrest Stories, Video above courtesy of Opeongolad

          CONGRATS EVERYBODY!

          Click here for the full story

          Here is a full list on winners.

          Previous (Jay Pollman Debut Album) - - - Next (Videos: David Lum, Nolan Hubbard, Outside the Box, Melissa Koehler)
          No comments:

          Sunday, January 22, 2017

          Jay Pollman Debut Features High Energy Rootsy Blues


          Hamilton born and Cayuga raised Jay Pollman has kicked-started his solo career with Head in the Clouds, a fabulous debut album filled with groovy, acoustic, rootsy Blues.  The former Gruve member's new recording will have you stomping your feet with an energy and power rarely seen in an acoustic setting.

          He and his spectacular band blend the feel of an intimate, musical kitchen party with the funk and soul of a Blues Rock act.  All the while, the music is rooted in wonderful lyrics and expressive vocals.

          Jay's enlisted some top-notch help with the disc. Anna Ruddick  and Derek Downham of the The Beauties handle bass and drums respectively. Album producer Aaron Goldstein  lends his multi-instrumental skills (guitar, pedal, steel, drums, organ) and Eric Pollmann also plays bass.

          You can pick up a copy of the CD at his unique live shows or you can download it through cdbaby or his online shop.



          Blast from the Past: Jay Pollman and Ian Andrews Videos

          Links: Jay Pollmann, More Jay Pollman Stories, Video above courtesy of Jay Pollman, More Releases
          Previous (Amy King and Diana Panton Nominated for Hamilton Women of Distinction Awards) - - - Next (Spencer Mackenzie Wins Maple Blues Award)
          No comments:

          Saturday, January 21, 2017

          GOOD LUCK! Amy King and Diana Panton Up for 2017 Hamilton Women of Distinction Awards


          Hamilton's 2017 Women of Distinction Award nominations include two wonderful, multi-faceted musicians in the Arts, Culture, Design category.  Awards will be handed out on March 9, 2017.

          Here are all the nominees is that category:

           Arts, Culture, Design
          Click here for the Spectator article/complete list

          Blast from the Past: Diana Panton Wins 2016 Hamilton Arts Award
          Previous (News Roundup: Brock Zeman, Blair Hogan, Sean Pinchin, Ian Thomas) - - - Next (Jay Pollman Debut Album)
          No comments:

          Thursday, January 19, 2017

          News Roundup (Brock Zeman, Blair Hogan, Sean Pinchin, Ian Thomas)

          News

          Local
          Canada
          World
                  The Adventures of Trebleclef, the Hamilton Blues Lovers Monkey
                  No comments:

                  Wednesday, January 18, 2017

                  New Ensemble! TV Episode Features Greg Moverley and Will Gillespie (Updated!)


                  New episodes of Ensemble! on Cable 14 Hamilton will start again soon.  The first new show of 2017 will feature the amazing Greg Moverley and the talented Will Gillespie.

                  This episode is no longer available.

                  Here are a few videos to whet your appetite.





                  Links: Greg Moverley, More Greg Moverley Stories, Videos above courtesy of Greg Moverley





                  Links: Will Gillespie, More Will Gillespie Stories, Videos above courtesy of Will Gillespie

                  Blast from the Past: Will Gillespie Wins Ensemble! Theme Contest

                  Links: Ensemble!, More Ensemble! Stories
                  Previous (Videos: Melissa Greener, Distillery, Stuart Laughton, Acoustics) - - - Next (News Roundup: Brock Zeman, Blair Hogan, Sean Pinchin, Ian Thomas)
                  No comments:

                  Tuesday, January 17, 2017

                  Videos: Melissa Greener, Distillery, Stuart Laughton, Acoustics


                  The Artword Artbar in Hamilton offers some of the best live music out there. Here are a few videos from upcoming amazing  performers.

                  Wednesday, February 1, 2017, 8pm: Melissa Greener (from Nashville) $10/$5 students



                  Links: Melissa Greener, Video above courtesy of RussJulieHouseCncrts
                  Thursday, February 2, 2017, 8pm: The Distillery (Blue Trio) $TBA



                  Links: The Distillery, Video above courtesy of the Distillery
                  Friday, February 3, 2017, 8pm: Stuart Laughton's Radio Dial $15



                  Links: Stuart Laughton, Video above courtesy of Stuart Laughton
                  Thursday, February 9, 2017, 8pm: The Acoustics $10



                  Links: Acoustics, More Acoustics Stories, Video above courtesy of pastadish
                  Previous (Debut Kauffey Temple CD) - - - Next (Greg Moverley and Will Gillespie Videos)
                  No comments:

                  Sunday, January 15, 2017

                  'Honey Be' Album a Wonderful Legacy for Guelph's Mo' Kauffey


                  The legendary Mo' Kauffey was working on Honey Be, the debut recording from his duo, Kauffey Temple when he sadly passed away in early 2016.  The album is a wonderful addition of the music legacy he left behind.

                  Mo' is in amazing form here along with his musical partner, Peter Temple on harmonica and backing vocals. There are five studio tracks filled with Mo's laid-back, folky style of blues. Six live tunes follow from one of his final shows at the the Boathouse. The band do an amazing job on the originals and the handful of covers.

                  Joining the to duo are John Lee  of Pappy Johns Band (keys), Chris Latta of Soulstack (guitar), Al Richardson (bass), Maciej Lukasiewicz (drums) and Don Featherstone (sax). Backup vocals are handled superbly by Cheryl Lescom, Jesse Webber, and Cory Williams.

                  You can pick up a copy of this amazing disc from Encore Records or Try City Music in Kitchener. It's also available online at cdbaby and iTunes.  It's a great way to remember Mo'.



                  Blast from the Past: Videos of Kauffey Temple

                  Links: Mo' Kauffey, More Mo' Kauffey Stories, Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers, More Releases
                  Previous (News Roundup: Country Artists to Watch, Hugh's Room, Trebleclef Visits CHML) - - - Next (Videos: Melissa Greener, Distillery, Stuart Laughton, Acoustics)
                  No comments:

                  Thursday, January 12, 2017

                  News Roundup (Country Artists to Watch, Hugh's Room, Trebleclef Visits CHML)

                  News

                  Local
                  1. Hunter Brothers (Shaunavon, Saskatchewan)
                  2. Leaving Thomas (Calgary, Alberta)
                  3. Sons of Daughters (Vancouver, British Columbia)
                  4. Vanessa Marie Carter (Oakville, Ontario)



                  5. The Reklaws (Cambridge)



                    Links: More Reklaws Stories, Video above courtesy of kelleighdennis

                  6. Ben Hudson (Uxbridge, Ontario)
                  7. Adrienne Taylor (Bristol, Quebec)
                  8. Genevieve Fisher (London, Ontario)
                  9. Natasha Zimbaro (Maple Ridge, British Columbia)
                  10. Tenille Arts (Weyburn, Saskatchewan)
                          The Adventures of Trebleclef, the Hamilton Blues Lovers Monkey

                          Lou, our blogger and his wife Linda (producer and creator of the Ensemble! TV show) were guests on the January 7, 2017 episode of Sold on Hamilton with Judy Marsales on 900 AM CHML. Trebleclef tagged along and checked out the building..

                          No comments:

                          Wednesday, January 11, 2017

                          Videos (Blue Rodeo, Big Wreck, Colin James, Classic Rock Show)


                          The newly renamed FirstOntario Concert Hall (formerly Hamilton Place) will be hosting some amazing music in February.

                          Here is the schedule along with a couple of videos!
                          February 16-17, 7pm: Blue Rodeo/The Sadies

                          February 19, 8pm: Big Wreck/Ascot Royals



                          Links: Big Wreck, Video above courtesy of Big Wreck
                          Previous (Tim Hicks and Helix Nominated for Music Express Awards) - - - Next (News Roundup: Country Artists to Watch, Hugh's Room, Trebleclef Visits CHML) 
                          No comments:

                          Tuesday, January 10, 2017

                          GOOD LUCK! St. Catharines' Tim Hicks and Kitchener's Helix Nominated for 2017 Music Express Awards! VOTE! Deadline Feb 9!


                          St. Catharines singer/songwriter, Tim Hicks has been nominated in two categories (Top Canadian Country Artist and Top Record Album - Country) for the 2017 Music Express Awards. This may  be another great win in a long line of 'em for the superstar. Also, Kitchener Hard Rock band Helix is up for the Back In The Spotlight award for their recent resurgence.



                          Links: Tim Hicks, More Tim Hicks Stories, Video above courtesy of Tim Hicks



                          Links: Helix, Video above courtesy of helixrockband

                          GOOD LUCK GUYS!

                          The highest number of nominations went to Shawn Mendes, Drake and Meghan Patrick, who received 4 each. Canadian legends, the Tragically Hip were also represented with three nods on top of singer Gord Downie's two nominations for his vocals and recent solo album.



                          Links: Meghan Patrick, More Meghan Patrick Stories, Video above courtesy of Meghan Patrick

                          Winners are determined through fan voting between January 12 and February 9, 2017. We will post the link here when it's available.

                          Canadian Country Artist M/F
                          Record Album (Country)
                          Back In The Spotlight
                          (Established Artists Who Staged A Comeback In 2016)
                          Canadian Country Group
                          Record Album (Pop/Rock)
                          Canadian Single
                          Canadian Group
                            Canadian Male Vocalist
                            Canadian Female Vocalist
                            Emerging Artist/Group
                            Canadian Live Act/Artist 
                            Top Record Album (International)

                            Previous (News Roundup: Paul Reddick, Funny Stuff, Charts, Rock Hall of Fame, More) - - - Next (Videos: Blue Rodeo, Big Wreck, Colin James, More)
                            No comments:

                            Sunday, January 8, 2017

                            News Roundup 2 (Paul Reddick, Funny Stuff, Rock Hall of Fame, Charts)

                            There was a lot of news over the holiday break so we'll be doing the News Roundup in parts this week. Click here for Part 1.

                            Funny Stuff



                            From Reader's Digest
                            News

                            Canada
                            World
                            No comments:

                            Thursday, January 5, 2017

                            GOOD LUCK! Waterloo's Western Swing Authority Up for 2017 Ameripolitan Awards! VOTE! Deadline Jan 8


                            For the 4th year in a row, Waterloo's Western Swing Authority has been nominated in the 2017 Ameripolitan Music Awards.  This year, it was in two categories (Western Swing Group and Western Swing Female). This international rootsy country music event will take place Wednesday, February 15, 2017 in Austin, Texas.



                            Links: Western Swing Authority, More WSA Stories, Video above courtesy of Rogers tv

                            The only other Canadian nominated is Montreal's Bloodshot Bill (Rockabilly Male).



                            Links: Bloodshot Bill, Video above courtesy of thatnastyrat's channel

                            You can help them by voting in their categories. Deadline is January 8. Click here to vote.

                            GOOD LUCK!

                             Western Swing Group
                            Western Swing Female
                            Honky Tonk Female
                            Honky Tonk Male
                            Honky Tonk Group
                            Rockabilly Female
                            Rockabilly Group
                            Western Swing Male
                            Outlaw Female
                            Outlaw Male
                            Outlaw Group
                            Ameripolitan DJ
                            Ameripolitan Venue
                            Ameripolitan Festival

                              Previous (News Roundup: Barber Shop Podcast 4th Anniversary, Tim Hicks, Passings, Spencer Mackenzie, More) - - - Next (News Roundup: Paul Reddick, Funny Stuff, Charts, Rock Hall of Fame, More)
                              No comments: