Links: Fred Eaglesmith, More Fred Eaglesmith Stories, Video above courtesy of Fred Eaglesmith - Topic
Links: Jennifer Budd, More Jennifer Budd Stories, Video above courtesy of Jennifer Budd
Links: More Jeff Daw Stories, Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers
Links: HellBent Rockers, More HellBent Rockers Stories, Video above courtesy of The Hell Bent Rockers - Topic
Links: Quell the Swell, More Quell the Swell Stories, Video above courtesy of Loralee McGuirl
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You should pull up a seat and grab a glass when listening to Good Old Days, the latest wonderful recording by Hamilton's George Lardie. The album's like having a drink with an old friend and engaging in a long chat. There'll be reminiscing of the past, discussing the state of the world, advice (good and bad) and the occasional argument.
George's unique voice, great piano work and his lyricism steer the conversation in interesting ways. There's some fabulous boogie woogie, early rock plus a few touches of country, jazz and more.
There's agreat collection of talent helping him out on the music: Chris Wheeler (guitar), Andrew McTaggart (guitar), Carm Milioto (guitar, vocals, recording), Robert Nind (guitar), Tristan Bernardi (bass), Zander Lamothe (drums), Glen Brown (drums, vocals, kazoo), Ian Aisling (vocals), Elinor Brown (banjo, vocals).
CD's and downloads are available through his Bandcamp Page
Stream the album below
Links: George Lardie, More George Lardie Stories, Album above courtesy of George Lardie, More Releases
It's been a while since we've heard new studio recordings from veteran Hamilton artist SG (Steve) Sinnicks. Thankfully, his newest wonderful EP, Fridge Magnet breaks that silence! Listeners (and fridges) will be all the better for it.
SG's a talented musician and this new collection is a must for fans of singer/songwriters who can craft a song the old-fashioned way. Every tune tells a tale with impact, With his trademark wit and great lyricism, SG fashions six unforgettable tracks. The physical CD also comes with a free fridge magnet as an extra bonus!
A number of great musicians help out on the EP: Carl Jennings (Freedom Train) on bass, Randall Hill on mandolin, Mike Boguski (Blue Rodeo) on keyboards, and Bill Majoros and Steve Petrie (Blind River Band) on guitars.
You can purchase the CD (and fridge magnet) at SG's live shows or through his online shop. It also be downloaded on Apple Music or streamed through YouTube and Spotify.
Stream the album below
Links: Steve Sinnicks, More Steve Sinnicks Stories, Videos above courtesy of S.G. Sinnicks - Topic, More Releases
Sad and shocked to hear of the passing of April Wine’s Myles Goodwyn. A wonderful musician, singer writer and great guy. I was honoured to to work with him and to become friends in recent years. A Canadian rock legend gone too soon. RIP Myles Goodwyn.
Corey Lueck (Smoke Wagon Blues Band)
Super sad to see the passing of Myles Goodwyn 😪 this afternoon. It feels like a whole damn Canadian Rock'n'roll institution is passing along with him. I think you'd be hard pressed to find a Canadian music fan that hasn't rocked out to April Wine live! What an explosive singer/song writer/guitar hero and performer! One of the greatest that Canada has ever seen. I like most Canadians have seen them too many times to bother trying to count, a highlight for me was always their famous New year's Eve shows a lulus, very sad loss.
Sad day for Canadian music. Myles Goodwyn of April Wine has passed away. April Wine were a band that were introduced to me when I was a young kid via K-Tel records. Always loved their songs the most on those comps. I was in grade school when I bought "Electric Jewels" and to this day it still remains as one of my favourite Canadian albums. Bummer... again.
Sorry to hear about Myles Goodwyn. April Wine was the sound track of late teens ... early twenties. I still remember one summer ... working on my car in the driveway ... with April Wine blasting out of the speakers in my bedroom window! My band of the time also covered a few AW tunes! RIP Myles!
Truly saddened by this news. Had a few funny chats with Myles on Facebook. One time I asked if he still had the sparkly red Goya guitar that’s on the cover of Electric Jewels and told him I had a blue one I was playing for a time. He responded with “oh that thing? Yeah. Plays like shite!”
Thanks for the decades of wonderful music Myles.
Rest in peace.
Video above courtesy of Myles Goodwyn - Topic
Video above courtesy of Myles Goodwyn - Topic
Links: Myles Goodwyn, More April Wine Stories, Video above courtesy of Myles Goodwyn - Topic
We are pleased to report there's a new Blues society in town: The Escarpment Blues Society recently started up with our Founder/Blogger Lou and Linda, our marketing maven, as board members. We're very proud of this new initiative.
Lou and Linda are joined by an esteemed Board of Directors: Broadcaster Ken Wallis (President), Juno award-winning musician Steve Strongman (VP), Gail Broderick (Treasurer), publicist Sarah French, promoter Andrea Cassis and Bob Hunt of the Blues Studio.
From their website:
The goal of the Escarpment Blues Society is to strengthen awareness and appreciation of Blues And Roots Music while at the same time put the emphasis on growth.
The Escarpment Blues Society will:
- Promote Blues & Roots Music through multiple avenues including live performances, artist support, education with blues in the schools’ programs and highlighting recordings.
- Support local, national and international blues and roots artists for the advancement of their craft in the Niagara Escarpment area. This applies to established Blues And Roots artists as well as new artists.
- Support local venues that feature Blues And Roots music
- Engage in activities that will garner funds for operational needs
- Raise community awareness for Blues and Roots Music, through through social media, mainstream media, digital and print media
- Will become an affiliate of the Blues Foundation and help raise funds for artists to participate in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis
There'll be a party on May 28, 2024 (more details will follow) to help fully launch the EBS.
We are encouraging everyone to please become a member of this great organization. Benefits of Membership Include: ** First chance to buy tickets to all of our EBS sponsored events/shows **Discounts to various blues events throughout the year and the opportunity to meet other blues fans & musicians in the region, in addition to helping us promote blues n’ roots music and venues in the region.
We appreciate any support you may give the EBS. THANKS IN ADVANCE!
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