Many Local Artists Performing Live Weekly Online (incl sample shows)

The lockdown got you down? Need your live music fix. A number of area artists are performing live on a weekly basis online.  If you miss it, you can always catch them later too. Please see our Coming Soon page for more details.

Please tip the performers if you able to help support them.

Below are a few samples of what you can check out on the web.

Tuesdays at 8pm: Lori Yates

Links: Lori Yates, More Lori Yates Stories, Video above courtesy of Lori Yates

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Wednesdays at 9pm: Waterstreet Blues Band w Guest

Links: Waterstreet Blues Band, More Waterstreet Stories, Video above courtesy of Waterstreet Blues Band

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Fridays at 7pm: David Lum

Links: David Lum, More David Lum Stories, Video above courtesy of David Lum - Official YouTube Channel

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Fridays at 7:30pm: Mike Lynch

Links: Mike Lynch, More Mike Lynch Stories, Video above courtesy of Mike Lynch

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Hamilton Public Library Has Great Concerts on YouTube

Need some music to perk you up during the pandemic?

The Hamilton Public Library has a collection of fabulous, concerts available on their Noon Hour Concerts Playlist Page.

Here are a few of the highlights:

Links: Luckystickz, More Luckystickz Stories

Links: Michael Maguire, More Michael Maguire Stories

Mahima Akshinthala

Links: Mike Ricci, More Mike Ricci Stories

Links: Tiny Bill Cody, More Tiny Bill Cody Stories

Mike Maas

Videos above courtesy of Hamilton Public Library

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Live Music Returns to Stonewalls in Hamilton!

Live music is slowly coming back to our area and Hamilton restaurant, Stonewalls will have many talented local artists hitting the stage.

Please note that all events are 6:30-9:30pm. Cover is $10. Reservations required.

Here's what's coming up.

Friday August 7 - Steve Oros



Links: Steve Oros, Video above courtesy of Steve Oros

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Saturday August 8 - Mary Simon



Links: Mary Simon, More Mary Simon Stories, Video above courtesy of Mississippi Bends

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Friday, August 14 - Ray Maurice (Hammersmiths)



Links: Hammersmiths,  Video above courtesy of 20K Summer Song

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Saturday, August 14 - Jamie Shea



Links: Jamie Shea, More Jamie Shea Stories, Video above courtesy of Jamie Shea

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Friday, August 21 - Robin Benedict



Links: Robin Benedict, More Robin Benedict Stories, Video above courtesy of Fighting Hate 101

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Saturday, August 22 - Riley Michaels



Links: Riley Michaels, Video above courtesy of Canal Bank Shuffle

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James Anthony Band Matinee Live Returns to Burlington

Now that most of Ontario is in stage 3, live music will slowly be returning. James Anthony has quickly put his Saturday matinee (1:30-5pm) at the Uptown Social House in Burlington back in action. He will also be playing acoustic with a guest on Thursdays from 7 to 10.

For only $5, you can see James Anthony and his talented guests rock the place in person!

Here are the guests he has scheduled:

July 25: Chuck Jackson of Downchild Blues Band

Links: Chuck Jackson, More Downchild Stories, More Muddy Waters Covers/Stories, Video above courtesy of ABCooper Media

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August 1: Djino LeFrancois

Links: Djino LeFrancois, Video above courtesy of daragent2

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August 8: Terry Chisholm

Links: Terry Chisholm, Video above courtesy of Colin Cherry

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August 15: Danny B

Links: Danny B, More Danny B Stories, Video above courtesy of  Kimberley Leonard

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August 22: Brant Parker

Links: Brant Parker, More Brant Parker Stories, Video above courtesy of Canal Bank Shuffle

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August 29: Amber Durette

Links: Amber Durette, Video above courtesy of Grant Lyle

Here's a bonus video of James playing solo.



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

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Canal Bank Shuffle Posting Dazzling Blues Every Saturday! Videos by Virgil Scott, Josh Miller, Spencer Mackenzie, Chris Ayries

If missing live Blues music has got you down during the quarantine, the Canal Bank Shuffle YouTube page is here to help. Every Saturday, they'll be posting multiple videos from dazzling past performances as part of the Almost Live series.

Special message from the Shuffle:

If you can tip even a buck or two it will help to keep this series going. All money goes to artists and video team.

You can do that at www.facebook.com/canalbankshufflebluesfestival and press "shop now" or e-transfer brantparkermusic@gmail.com, or click the paypal button at the top of the Canal  Bank Youtube home page. Also non digital option is to drop a tip at Donnelly's Pub. They are open for take-out.

I hope everyone stays safe and we love you. Cheers' and feel free to share the videos folks. Thanks to videographer David Stephen.

Here's a sampling of what's been offered:



Click here for Virgil Scott's site



Links: Josh Miller, More Josh Miller Stories



Links: Spencer Mackenzie, More Spencer Mackenzie Stories



Links: Chris Ayries, More Chris Ayries Stories

All videos above courtesy of Canal Bank Shuffle

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The Music of Van Morrison ft Matt Weidinger and His 7-Piece Band

Links: Matt Weidinger, More Matt Weidinger Stories, More Van Morrison Covers/Stories, Videos above courtesy of Matt Weidiger

Blast from the Past: More Matt Weidinger Videos,

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Videos: Cootes Paradise, Smoke Wagon, Big John, Bucket List)

On Saturday, October 26, Hamilton's Stonewalls Restaurant will be rocking to a good cause. From 12-6pm, a number of incredible steeltown artists will be performing to help help raise money for the Bob Pedler Memorial Fund. It's only $10 and you'll be guaranteed a great time!

From the event's press release:

It (the fund) raises money for the Local’s BOB PEDLER FUND which financially
aids Hamilton musicians who are unable to perform due to injury or ongoing health issues. The fund is named for the late BOB PEDLER, a popular musician and music store owner in the city and a former member of the executive board of the Hamilton Musicians’ Guild. Bob is also the father of the well- known Hamilton based drummer Jack Pedler (Teenage Head).

Also, during the event, the George R Robinson Award will be handed out to our friend and sponsor Judy Marsales and Dr. John Chong of the Hamilton Musicians’ Clinic. The award is given every year to individuals who have helped support local live music.

Here are few videos from the performers.



Links: Cootes Paradise, More Cootes Paradise Stories, Video above courtesy of Montreal Blues Society



Links: Smoke Wagon Blues Band, More Smoke Wagon Blues Band Stories, Video above courtesy of Corey Lueck



Links: Big John and the Night Trippers, More Big John Stories, More Sam and Dave Covers/Stories, Video above courtesy of Big John and the Night Trippers



Links: Bucket List, More Bucket List Stories, Video above courtesy of Hamilton's Bucket List Band - Topic

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Jack de Keyzer Videos

More Elmore James Stories/Covers



More Willie Dixon Covers/Stories



More Otis Rush Stories/Covers



More Howlin' Wolf Covers/Stories

Links: Jack de Keyzer, More Jack de Keyzer Stories, Videos above courtesy of Jack de Keyzer

Blast from the Past: Jack de Keyzer Band Videos

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Check out the Fabulous Carnegie Concerts 2019 Lineup: Lynne Hanson, Wayne Krawchuk, Madison Violet, Nathan Rogers

Saturday, September 28: LYNNE HANSON



Links: Lynn Hanson, More Lynn Hanson Stories, Video above courtesy of Lynne Hanson

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Saturday November 23rd: WAYNE KRAWCHUK and the Pine Street Gentlemen



Links: Wayne Krawchuk, More Wayne Krawchuk Stories, Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

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Saturday January 25th: MADISON VIOLET



Links: Madison Violet, Video above courtesy of Madison Violet

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Saturday March 28th: NATHAN ROGERS



Links: Nathan Rogers, Video above courtesy of browncowfolk

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From the Carnegie Concerts newsletter:

Our first concert is coming up very soon and many people have been calling for individual tickets for certain concerts. They go on sale Tuesday Sept. 3rd.
Only 25 tickets will be available for each show so don't delay.

Sat. Sept. 21:   Lynne Hanson  $23 advance + HST
Sat. Nov. 23:   Wayne Krawchuk and his Pine Street Gentlemen   $22 advance + HST
Sat. Jan. 25:   Madison Violet   $32 advance + HST
Sat. Mar. 28:   Nathan Rogers   $23 advance + HST

Call the Carnegie Gallery at 905-627-4265 to make your purchase. Or stop by in person.  Your name will be added to the guest list for the show. All you have to do is identify yourself at the door.

Also we still have only 6 subscriptions remaining for all 4 concerts.  $92 + HST   If you can't make it to one of the shows, they are transferable.  Subscribers get preferred seating closer to the stage.

Call the Carnegie Gallery starting on Tuesday June 4th at 905-627-4265.  Or stop by in person 10 King St. West in beautiful downtown Dundas.

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Blues With a Feeling 2019!

Blues With a Feeling 2019 will be one of this year's biggest musical spectacles! Steeltown's Leander Boat Club will be rockin' on Saturday June 1st! The fabulous lineup includes two Hamilton Juno winners: Steve Strongman and Jack de Keyzer. Danny Marks will be bringing his incredible music to the festivities as well. Music starts at 8pm.

Tickets are only $30. Monies raised goes to a musical scholarship in the name of the late, legendary Hammertown Bluesman King Biscuit Boy.

Links: Jack de Keyzer, More Jack de Keyzer Stories,  Video above courtesy of Jack de Keyzer



Links: Steve Strongman, More Steve Strongman Stories, Video above courtesy of Blair Burns



Links: Danny Marks, More Danny Marks Stories, Video above courtesy of steviej2j



Links: King Biscuit Boy, More KBB Stories, Video above courtesy of Richard Newell - Topic

More Blues With a Feeling Stories

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Harry Manx Videos

Video above courtesy of Manx Marriner Mainline - Topic







Links: Harry Manx, More Harry Manx Stories, Videos above courtesy of Anke Bartels

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Wonderful Weekly Brantford Matinee Series Helps our Soldiers (Videos by Dylan Wickens, Tim Gibbons, Mark Crissinger, Jack de Keyzer)

Now you can enjoy some incredible, rockin' Blues and help our brave soldiers at the same time.

Every Sunday from 2-5pm at the Brantford Gunners Club, the Howitzer Blues Band will be joined by a special guest to rock the place. The cost is only $5. Money raised goes to help veterans with PTSD or are homeless.

Here are the upcoming guests.

January 27: Dylan Wickens


Links: Dylan Wickens, More Dylan Wickens Stories, Video above courtesy of Lighthouse Blues Festival

February 3: Tim Gibbons




Links: Tim Gibbons, More Tim Gibbons Stories, Video above courtesy of Vesna Trkulja-Stevens

February 10: Mark Crissinger



Links: Mark Crissinger, More Mark Crissinger Stories, Video above courtesy of Keith cyr

This series will continue so check our calendar for more amazing guests.

There will also be a special fundrasier ft the Jack de Keyzer Band on February 17 at 8pm at the same place for only $20)



Links: Jack de Keyzer, More Jack de Keyzer Stories, Video above courtesy of Jack de Keyzer

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Videos: Sonny Del Rio, Trickbag, Smoke Wagon, Big Johnny Blue, Jude Johnson, Rockets

Sonny Del Rio's annual X-Mas bash is always the highlight of the holiday season and this year's edition will be packed with fabulous music. It's also a celebration of Sonny's 75th birthday and a release party for his new live DVD/CD. Even Santa himself is planning a visit to check out the festivities.

For only $20, you 'll get the see all of the incredible bands showcased below at the Leander Boat Club in Hamilton. Sunday, November 25, 2018, 1-5pm. IT'LL BE A MAGICAL NIGHT!



Links: Sonny Del Rio, More Sonny Del Rio Stories, More 5-Star Revue Stories, More Louis Jordan Covers/Stories, Video above courtesy of James Goodrick



Links: Trickbag, More Trickbag Stories, Video above courtesy of Trickbag Canada



Links: Smoke Wagon Blues Band, More Smoke Wagon Blues Band Stories, Video above courtesy of Corey Lueck



Links: Big Johnny Blue, More Big Johnny Blue Stories, Video above courtesy of Vesna Trkulja-Stevens

Links: Jude Johnson, More Jude Johnson Stories, Carl Horton, More Carl Horton Stories, Video above courtesy of Jude Johnson



Links: The Rockets, More Rockets Stories, Video above courtesy of Vesna Trkulja-Stevens

Blast from the Past: Sax Day videos ft Sonny Del Rio

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Hamilton Library Celebrates Country Music Week With Noon Hour Concerts

Lunch time is Country music time in the Hammer for the week of September 3rd. To celebrate 2018 Country Music Week, Hamilton's Central Library will be hosting live music every weekday (except for the holiday Monday) from 12-1pm.

Here's the schedule:

Tuesday September 4: Redhill Valleys



Links: The Redhill Valleys, More Redhill Valleys Stories, Video above courtesy of Natalie Labine

Wednesday, Septmeber 5: Dirty Pioneers




Links: Dirty Pioneers, More Dirty Pioneers Stories, Video above courtesy of Southern Ontario News
Thursday, September 6: Mimi Shaw




Links: Mimi Shaw, More Mimi Shaw Stories, Video above courtesy of mimettemusic

Friday, September 7: Lisa Nicole



Links: Lisa Nicole, Video above courtesy of Lisa Nicole

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Get Your Tickets to the Incredible Carnegie Concerts Now! Jon Brooks, Suzie Vinnick, Lori Yates, JP Cormier

The 2018-19 Carnegie Concerts Schedule is incredible!

All 4 concerts for only $89 + HST. Stop in or call the Carnegie Gallery 905-627-4265 to make your purchase. With your subscription you get preferred seating near the stage, your name is on the guest list at the door for each show, and your tickets are transferable. Single tickets go on sale after Labour Day.

Here's the schedule: 

Saturday, September 29, 2018: Jon Brooks w Alec Fraser



Links: Jon Brooks, More Jon Brooks Stories, Alec Fraser, More Alec Fraser Stories, Video above courtesy of Brush Bass

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Saturday. November 24, 2018: Suzie Vinnick



Links: Suzie Vinnick, More Suzie Vinnick Stories, Video above courtesy of Lighthouse Blues Festival

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Saturday. January 26, 2019: Lori Yates

Links: Lori Yates, More Lori Yates Stories, Video above courtesy of goosegdg

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Saturday, March 30, 2019: JP Cormier



Links: JP Cormier, More JP Cormier Stories, Video above courtesy of Tommy Strutz

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Videos from the Shakers

Dave and Rick were on CHCH a while back to promote the show. here's the video:


Links: More CHCH Videos, Video above courtesy of CHCH

Here are a few classic video from this legendary group.







Links:  Shakers, More Shakers Stories, Videos above courtesy of Luis PPA!

Blast from the Past: the Complete Shakers CD Review

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Wonderful Lunch Concerts at Gore Park This Summer (Includes Videos)

Need a lunch time pick me up? Well, Gore Park in Hamilton is hosting lunch time concerts from 12-2pm from Tuesday to Friday this summer. Check out the schedule above!

Here are a few videos from upcoming performers:

Links: Big John and the Night Trippers, Video above courtesy of Big John and the Night Trippers



Links: Joe's Garage Band, Video above courtesy of Andy H



Links: Quails in the Nest, More Quails in the Nest Stories, Video above courtesy of Quails in the Nest - Topic



Links: William Mukuna, Video above courtesy of MohawkTV247

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Incredible Music @ the 2018 Pine Street Concert Series

The Pine Street Concert Series always offer the most incredible, intimate music experiences around. It's all held in a beautiful outdoor garden. To reserve your tickets email birthelmer@sympatico.ca or call 905-522-1409.

Here is this year's schedule, along with a few videos:

CANCELLED: Saturday July 7, 8pm: Wayne Krawchuk w Michael Hickey, Ron Cole, Randall Hill, Michael J Birthelmer



Links: Wayne Krawchuk, More Wayne Krawchuk Stories, Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

DATE CHANGE: Sunday July 15, 7pm: Tom Wilson w Ralph Nicolle of the Folk Sinners (Opener)



Links:Lee Harvey Osmond aka Tom Wilson, More Lee Harvey Osmond Stories, Video above courtesy of LeE HARVeY OsMOND

Saturday July 28, 8pm: Michael J Birthelmer w Michael Hickey, Ed Roth, Bill Dillon



Links: Michael Birthelmer, More Michael Birthelmer Stories, Video above courtesy of skumm60

Saturday August 18, 8pm Rick Andrew and Dave Rave



Links: Dave Rave, More Dave Rave Stories, More Rick Andrew Strories, Video above courtesy of Andrea Cassis

Thursday August 30th,  7pm: Ladybird Animal Sanctuary Summer Songs (Songwriters-In-The-Round) ft Suzie Vinnick, Sarah Beatty, Lisa Winn, Janine Stoll

Click here for more footage of the Pine Street Garden Concerts

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The Legendary Morgan Davis

Two videos above courtesy of garryentropy



Video above courtesy of Conny Norberg Musiclover from Sweden

Blast from the Past: More Morgan Davis Videos

Links: Morgan Davis, More Morgan Davis Stories

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Matt Weidinger Videos

Links: Matt Weidinger, More Matt Weidinger Stories, Videos above courtesy of Matt Weidiger

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