Past Performers (2009)
Al Wood and the Woodsmen
Al Wood is a multi-talented performer and songwriter with a deep
reverence for the blues and traditionally based roots music. Wood‚
heart-on-the-sleeve vocals, harmonica-playing and guitar work make for
adventurous live shows and recordings. The new and original Mood
Swingin‚ Blues sound is rich and sophisticated while at the same time,
stripped down and direct. Al Wood and the talented Woodsmen take the
listener on an emotional Ferris wheel ride where everything goes and
everything grooves and even the hurtin‚ songs‚ make you feel good.
Blues Harvest
In 2008 a child was born. On a completely unrelated matter, Blues
Harvest was formed. Featuring Ed Young - A former henchman from
Illinois, he is currently in the witness protection program. Mike
DiSanto - Just happy to be here. Josh Norling - We never hired him, so
it makes it kind of hard to fire him. Jake Rendell - Get's drunk and
writes songs using Complex Game Theory. Keith Conway - The caged one,
let out only to gig and consume small animals. Apart, they are nothing.
Together... A Band.
Fighting For Tiffany
(alternative/rock)
We grew up as friends, we all loved music and things grew from there.
Kalle Mattson
Kalle Wainio began writing and performing songs under the pseudonym
'Kalle Mattson' in late 2007 at the tender age of 17. In July 2008
Kalle Mattson went into the studio to record their first self released
EP entitled ' Telescope'. After countless shows in Sault Ste. Marie and
surrounding area, Kalle Mattson returned to the studio in January of
2009. The result is a new 11 song disc entitled 'Whisper Bee' which
expands and improves even further on Kalle Mattson's original folk,
experimental, pop blend. Now with a new line up (consisting of Rory
Lewis - guitar, Théan Slabbert - Bass, Jimmie Chiverelli - drums)
'Whisper Bee' was released in May 2009.
Porter
Porter formed 2008 in Sault Ste. Marie as guitarist Jason McLeod,
guitarist Carl Rumiel, guitarist/banjo player Joe Gagnon, bassist Derek
Rice and drummer Dan Nystedt joined forces. Original songs by Porter
showcase a shimmering blend of traditional country, folk, and bar room
rock. Porter’s instrumentation often features string band staples
such as lap steel guitar, mandolin and banjo overlaid by clever lyrics
and smooth harmonies. Life experiences, family and the local area
inspire their songs.
Rusty Mccarthy
Guitarist, Composer, Painter, Poet . Rusty lives in Sault Ste. Marie
and regularly travels to work on music projects. As comfortable of
playing Jazz & Blues as he is charting a string section for a film
score, he is an artist with many styles.
Shannon Moan
Shannon Moan is the voice of your wool sweater that keeps you warm on
cool nights while camping in the north woods. She is the voice of your
favourite coffee blend from your favourite coffee shop. She is the
voice of that book that you keep reading over and over and over but
never get sick of. She is the voice of a Tarantino heroine, always
surviving, always strong but always vulnerable.
The Boot Hill Crooners
The Boot Hill Crooners are comprised of brothers Sheldon & Marshall
Jaaskelainen, both of whom play with and amongst The Wild Turkeys.
Although their genres differ immensely, they bring a mixture of
original & old-time-roots tunes to listeners everywhere, The Boot
Hill Crooners will be sure to have your toes tappin' with their fast
grooving beats, and your tears a' flowin' with their calamitous (yet
tasteful) lingering style, all of which are played and sang with enough
sentiment to sooth any heckler or ne'er-do-well who may ask questions
or cause ruckus.
Wishbone
The band Wishbone was formed by Dennis Duguay and Jeremy Salatuk to
write original material. Chris Smith was later added on bass guitar and
2 albums worth of material was written. Glen Thomas was added on drums
just before recording took place and the Wishbone album "Making Wishes,
Breaking Bones" was recorded and is now available.
Roger Marin
Marins stage performance is well honed, engaging and brimming with his
zest for life. His song writing resonates with his belief that “You
only find satisfaction in music by doing it your own way. Right or
wrong, you should do it the way you feel it. Don’t rush, just work hard
and do it right.” He has made a world of friends in the business and
has an enthusiastic and growing audience. Marins no-nonsense approach
has earned him the respect and camaraderie of many fellow
singer-songwriters. He has worked with the likes of Willie Nelson,
Hayes Carll, Willie P. Bennett, Scott Nolan and Gordie Tentrees.
The Divorcees
Eastern Canada is not stereotypically known for its country music, but
is home to many traditional Acadian, Celtic and Bluegrass artists.
While the underground scene has spawned many punk, rock and metal acts,
sitting somewhere in the middle between the old and the new is The
Divorcees.
Elizabeth Shepherd
Elizabeth Shepherd pushes the boundaries of what is considered
conventional jazz, all the while creating a sound completely her own.
From London to Tokyo, Elizabeth has captivated audiences and critics on
both sides of the pond. Her Juno nominated debut album, Start To Move
continues to receive critical acclaim, and was voted the Top 3 Jazz
Albums of the Year by the listeners of the Gilles Peterson show on BBC
Radio 1 UK in 2006.
The Apostle of Hustle
Apostle of Hustle first took shape after a two-month sojourn in El
Barrio Santo Suarez, in Havana, in 2001. This experience was mind
blowing for Apostle of Hustle's lead (Andrew Whiteman) from the ground
up: the community, the fashion, the pace and the music. Whiteman
returned to Toronto invigorated about a possible music that did not yet
exist. Knowing he wanted to create it, Whiteman took up residency at a
local dive as Apostle of Hustle, a quartet. The band played Brazilian
and Cuban folk songs, as well as Tom Waits / PJ Harvey / Marc Ribot
covers. Whiteman played guitar and tres; plus he recruited Dean Stone
on drums and Julian Brown; an old buddy from the mid 90's indie scene
on upright bass. The fourth position was a kind of "open door" to
whomever might show up on their nights.
Sun Parlour Players
CBC-Radio 3 says "Sunparlour Players..No question...a MUST SEE! These guys are so
intense while playing kick drums, dobros, banjos, etc. And they sell
preserves with their CDs! Honestly, this is ragtime, footstomp meets
Arcade Fire plus the intense-strained face of Joe Cocker mid-grunt."
