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IN WINTER, OR ANYTIME, THE PLACE  TO GO FOR AN ATTITUDE ADJUSTMENT IN MEXICO  IS MY BEST BUDS, DAVE & NANCY'S IN THE BEAUTIFUL LITTLE FISHING VILLAGE OF TEACAPAN!! www.mexicotranquilo.com CHECK IT OUT!!! They have three wonderfull appartments on the beach!

If in Costa Rica, visit my beautiful daughter, Jade & Mario at www.delfines.com  and her new clothing boutique and express coffee bar called  "ASTARA" in Tambor, Costa Rica, check it out & take in the volcanoes, caves, jungle & urban wildlife and maybe try some surfing.

PURA VIDA

 

Hope to see you soon and with Spring coming on

it's great to see so many Smiles!  LC

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SUN and every Sun from now on!,   ~ JAMMIN' WITH DAN ~ Lorne and Dan Engelland ( of The HOO DOOs) are making plans for a new jam session starting the 2nd Sunday of April (13th) this year. So, all musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

MAY 2nd & 3rd, FRI & SAT,   ~ THE SALMON ARMENIANS ~ www.salmonarmenians.com

Winner of THE 2006 & 2007 OKANAGAN MUSIC AWARD for BLUES GROUP OF THE YEAR

If you like sultry soul, boppin' blues and rippin R&B, then get ready for the Salmon Armenians. No synthesizers, sequencers or drum machines here! Instead a dynamic 8-piece band with keyboards, harmonica, and a horn section that doesn't quit! Dynamic Rhythm & Blues that will have you on the floor from the opening riff to the end of the night!

The Salmon Armenians have been celebrating the 2 year anniversary of vocalist Sabrina Weeks joining the Salmon Armenian family

Bring your dancing shoes!"

MAY 4th, SUN,   ~ JAMMIN' WITH DAN ~ Dan Engelland ( of The HOO DOOs)  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

MAY 8th,THUR,   ~ MARY KASTLE & CHRISTA COUTURE ~ www.marykastle.com “a wonderful voice and a great piano player too. all the right notes in all the right places… no showing off, I love it. great tunes.” “one delectable song after another".

Hailing from Vancouver, B.C., Kastle, a self-proclaimed piano-junkie, described her music as a “hybrid between my jazz background and my pop, groove, and funk influences. Kastle has been honing her skills as a performer since she was 13, starting out in bands and finally dropping her first album when she was just 18.
www.christacouture.com ”after seeing her live once, you'll want to see her again.”- Chartattack “Her voice, to us men, is like what catnip is to cats.”-The Bob & AJ show

Singer/songwriter/acoustic guitarist Christa Couture will be a new name to most, but could be the next Canuck to enjoy the success of Sarah Harmer or Kathleen Edwards. Christa's material creates a consistent, bewitching mood with the closely-mic'ed, whispery delivery of Jewel and the lyrical meter of Tori Amos. She's also compared to Ani Difranco because she sings about relationships and kissing girls (and that's hot in a toasty warm acoustic kind of way). The production of this debut full-length release oozes Canadiana (read the atmospherics of a Daniel Lanois job) and will surely connect with fans of such intimate acoustic/post-folk music.- Chris Twomey, Tandem Toronto

MAY 9th & 10th, FRI & SAT,   ~ RAY THE "HAT MAN" ~ Ray has player with many bands in his 30-year career in the music industry.

He grew up in Terrace B.C. till he was 19 years old; there he was with 5 bands. 1980 brought Ray to the Okanagan, where he and his to sisters, Chris & Cathy formed the basis of the band Calico. Sam Feldman Agencies from Vancouver Booked the show steady for 6 years. 1986 seen Ray and a bass player named Craig Russell, put together the very popular show The ?Flipside? touring western Canada Till 1991. For the past 18 years Ray has been refining, as a musician and an entertainer, the show called, "Ray the Hatman Everton".

  Variety{ Blues, Country, Rock ...} is the key to Ray?s Success, that and about 100 wigs, hats, and glasses

As well as being Wireless {headset vocal mike and guitar}. All of the clubs that Ray has played has wanted him back for repeat performances. His show is very entertaining and fun. He has many great references all over western Canada, and is a must see Show! You will love Him!

A Classic Okanagan Icon & Entertainer. More fun than I can describe!!

MAY 11th, SUN,   ~ JAMMIN' WITH DAN ~ Dan Engelland ( of The HOO DOOs)  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

MAY 14th, WED,   ~ BILLY MANZIK ~ www.billymanzik.com Billy's journey began where Highway 61, the 'Blues Highway', ends - in Thunder Bay, Ontario. The soundtrack for his childhood was provided by his guitar-slingin', country-singin' mother, star of Canadian stages, TV and renowned Pasty Cline impersonator. He spent his formative years shyly playing guitar in his bedroom until he finally ventured out to travel the world, ultimately ending up in Calgary, Alberta. With the guidance of such luminaries as Tim Williams, Ronnie Hayward, John Rutherford, Bill Zulak, Charlie Hase, among others, Billy went into the studio to record. His self titled debut album is what he describes as "an honest and hopeful reflection of the human condition, experienced by a musician who has travelled the world embracing different cultures and music."

"Ramblin' musician ready to roll... Somewhere between Korea, Mexico, Hollywood and his home town of Thunder Bay, Billy Manzik found his calling."
~ Calgary Sun Article

"Billy Manzik is a great songwriter, right up there with Steve Earle and Ryan Adams." ~ Michael Murphy, Supervisor, Capitol Records Mastering

 

"When I hear Billy play, I want to jump on stage and sing along! Great toe-tappin' old style music." ~ Cara Luft

MAY 16th, FRI,   ~ MID-SUMMERS NIGHT DREAM ~ ON HIGH Album Release Tour       

- Touring in support of four new releases, playing each others songs as a full band and switching up on instruments                                              

featuring

Kate Maki - http://www.myspace.com/katemaki www.katemaki.com “There's a reason why Maki has collected 'Album of the Year' awards in Northern Ontario each time she sets foot in the studio. There's a reason why talented musicians work with her, and On High gives you eleven reasons why you should listen to her.” – Herohill

"The kind of music you end up with a crush on and can't wait to play it driving down the highway.” - Edmonton Sun

Nathan Lawr - http://www.myspace.com/nathanlawr  nathanlawr.com "Idiosyncratic brilliance from drummer turned song-writing genius…an absolute storming album from start to finish. 'A Sea of Tiny Lights' lives up to my heightened expectations and manages to put itself up there with the best stuff of 2007 so far." Americana UK

Cindy Doire - http://www.myspace.com/cindydoiremusic Chanteuse Cindy Doire, has been extensively sharpening her craft as a songstress and performer since the release of her debut album; La Vie en Bleu. With this record, she presents us an interpretation of inspiring French jazz/folk music that unleashes a traveling French melody. She takes her listeners on a migration passage that tours from a north-American sound to the Parisian cafés and cabarets.

Ryan Bishops - http://www.myspace.com/ryanbishops  ryanbishops.ca 

MAY 17th, SAT,   ~ THE DANIEL SKY BAND ~ www.myspace.com/danielskysongs

Roots Music / Alternative / Pop ~ A dreamy mellow groove on a road trip.

"Through the innaccessible intention, all things fall gracefully" L. Cohen ~That is why I write songs..........................

DANIEL SKY - rhythm guitar, harmonica, vocals... BRAD HART - percussion, vocals... DANNY SIMMONS - banjo, lead guitar, vocals... TREVOR MILLS - bass , vocals...

MAY 18th, SUN,   ~ JAMMIN' WITH DAN ~ Dan Engelland ( of The HOO DOOs)  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

MAY 21st, WED,   ~ JASON BUIE ~ www.jasonbuie.com    ~  Vancouver based guitarist, singer and songwriter Jason Buie has been performing live since the age of sixteen. He has honed his skills over the last fourteen years playing throughout Canada, the U.S.A. and Japan. Along the way he has opened for such artists as blues legend Buddy Guy, Taj Mahal, former Rolling Stone Mick Taylor and The Jeff Healey Band. With the Release of his critically acclaimed CD Urban Blues" (2002) his profile continues to grow.

MAY 23rd & 24th, FRI & SAT,   ~ RYAN DONN ~ www.ryandonn.com www.sonicbids.com/andrewallan

Rave reviews are already rolling in for This Life, the sophomore CD by award winning the Canadian troubadour.

Donn's song In This life has just been selected for the 2008 Music B.C. compilation CD, while There For You is the first single released off the new CD and is currently being played daily on SILK FM, KISS FM, and 13 other radio stations around B.C.
This is a beautiful album, a personal piece of work, and one that is destined to put Ryan on the national and international stage he deserves. - Charlie Hodge, BC Musician Magazine,

MAY 25th, SUN,   ~ JAMMIN' WITH DAN ~ Dan Engelland ( of The HOO DOOs)  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

MAY 29th, THUR,   ~ JAKE VERBURG GYPSY JAZZ QUARTET ~

featuring

JAKE VERBURG-guitar
SANDY CAMERON-saxes and clarinet
WILLY GAW-Guitar
BILL LOCKIE-Bass
 
This collective group plays Hot Jazz.
Music from the swing era done in the style of french gypsy
Django Reinhardt,with Bebop and Latin  influences.

MAY 30th & 31st, FRI & SAT,   ~ DOGSKIN SUIT ~ www.dogskinsuit.com Led by gifted guitarist/singer Poppa Dawg, a bear of a man with the surest hands since Roy Buchanan grabbed an amplified six-string and a voice that can evoke a myriad of emotions. They are they privileged fans who’ve seen and heard Dogskin play live, the way the blues should be heard – balls-out-raw and in person.

SUN and every Sun from now on!,   ~ JAMMIN' WITH DAN ~ Dan Engelland ( of The HOO DOOs)  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

JUNE 6th, FRI,   ~ THE HARPOONIST &  THE AXE MURDERER ~ www.myspace.com/harpoonistaxemurderer

*** Shawn 'the harpoonist ' Hall - Vocals, Harp, Guitar *** Matt 'the axe murderer' Rogers - Guitar, Slide, Foot Percussion, Vocals

HAM is a finger-pickin’, foot-stompin’, harp-blowin’ roots blues duo out of Vancouver. Drawing influences from the old masters and innovators like John Hurt, Muddy Waters, and Robert Johnson, their music tells rich tales of midnight trains, black cat bones, highwaymen and a time when song was a simple expression of the soul. Shawn Hall (aka ‘the harpoonist’) grew up in Toronto, immersing himself in the local blues scene and eventually forming the band ‘Tied to the Tracks’. Matt Rogers (aka ‘the axe murderer’) grew up coping licks from his father’s collection of BB King records. Both have since become renowned producers working with Mark Berube, Ben Rogers, Dirty Bottom, Gordie Johnson, CR Avery and the VSO. Together, they have returned to their roots, and the roots of the music that surrounds us everyday.

JUNE 7th, SAT,   ~ THE MALARKEYS ~ www.themalarkeys.com The Malarkeys are a four-piece Celtic rock band from Kelowna, B.C.. Serving up a mixture of old and new, this tightly knit unit of experienced musicians deliver a lively and entertaining show. Their unique arrangements create Celtic mash-ups that get audiences out of their seats and onto the dance floor.

Ryan Campbell plays drums and bodhran, and adds creative graphics and experience in audio technology--not to mention a wicked sense of humour--to the mix. Lisa Grekul plays keyboards and sings lead and harmony vocals, adding some class on top of her talent to the whole affair. Karl Hourigan plays electric and acoustic guitar and penny whistle, and sings lead and harmony vocals. Karl was born in Ireland, so he brings an authentic Celtic musical flavour to the music. Gail Hourigan plays bass, sings lead vocals, and lends her voice to the Malarkeys’ three-part harmonies; she can’t wait for their next show.

All the band members have years of experience performing, writing, and arranging music. Their combined backgrounds have travelled through delta blues to Scottish ballads, with a detour or two through British pop and Canadian rock.

SUN and every Sun from now on!,   ~ JAMMIN' WITH DAN ~ Dan Engelland ( of The HOO DOOs)  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

JUNE 12th, THUR,   ~ HEADWATER ~ www.headwater.ca  ~ Headwater started plowing new ground in folk and country roots music in the fall of 2005 when emerging songwriters and vocalists Jonas Shandel and Matt Bryant (son of longtime Chilliwack bass player Ab Bryant) recruited some of Vancouver's hottest young jazz players to work on their debut album My Old Friend.      

~ Jonas Shandel - Lead Vocals, Guitar, Banjo ~ Matt Bryant - Lead Vocals, Guitar, Mandolin ~  Pat Metzger - Upright Bass, Vocals ~ Tim Tweedale - Steel guitars ~ Tyson Naylor - Organ, Accordion, Piano ~

headwater.ca, your source for all the latest news on the best...and well, only tractor jazz band in the world.

"These partners in musical crime have stolen my ears! As a reward for their return I offer one glowing review. Matt Bryant and Jonas Shandel’s voices are so similar you’d swear they’re brothers, or, if not, cosmically linked..."   - Mary Beth Carty Penguin Eggs Magazine

"...I'll make this guarantee: If you like Tom Waits, Blue Rodeo…Wilco, you'll like Headwater."

- Sarah Petrescu The Times Colonist

JUNE 13th, FRI,   ~ THE PERPETRATORS ~ www.perps.ca

"The Perpetrators have made the blues tent in Canada bigger."
- Shelagh Rogers,  host of CBC's Sounds Like Canada

Once a not-so-well-kept secret in their hometown of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada - where they acted as house band for visiting blues legends Hubert Sumlin, Louisiana Red, Paul "Wine" Jones and others - The Perpetrators kicked things up a notch in 2006. A European tour capped off a Juno nomination and a win at the Western Canadian Music Awards. 2007 saw the band continue to expand and grow with the release their third album, "Tow Truck" - an uncompromising expression of their varied musical influences that never loses sight of their blues roots - followed by the recording of a soon-to-be-released live album and a very successful second European tour which including the recording of live radio specials in Germany and Belgium.

"Blues for people who hate blues," they distill rock 'n' roll, punk and country into their heady houserockin' punch. Give them a stage, any stage and they'll put on the best show they can for whoever's there. Each one is a seasoned pro on their instrument of choice but, never afraid to take chances, the boys are fond of switching it up in an onstage game of musical chairs. To quote a much used and abused cliche, The Perpetrators have to be seen to be believed.

J "Howik" Nowicki - guitar, vocals & sometimes drums

Ryan "ODL" Menard - bass, vocals & sometimes guitar

Chris "MAMA" Bauer - drums & vocals

JUNE 14th, SAT,   ~ THE RIPPIN' RATTLERS ~ www.rippinrattlers.com The Rippin' Rattlers are:

Brad Fenton – guitar, vocals ~ Owen Owens – bass, vocals ~ Vince Curley – guitar, vocals ~ Rob Funk  – drums, vocals

We are a blues based rock n’ roll band operating out of the Kootenays in British Columbia, Canada. We tour throughout BC, with excursions into Alberta, Saskatchewan and points east. 

SUN and every Sun from now on!, Hosted by Dan Engelland & his Band ( of The HOO DOOs) A  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

JUNE 20th, THUR,   ~ HEATHER BLUSH TRIO ~ www.haetherblush.com

Heather Blushes’ songwriting and vocals are most often compared to Norah Jones, Joni Mitchell, and Maria Muldaur, but her style is truly unique.  Her songs are difficult to categorize, but are most often described as jazz, folk, and R&B-influenced. With song subjects ranging from baseball to synesthesia, listeners are left guessing what will come out of her mouth next.   Her eclectic style is not surprising when you consider her background as a classically-trained pianist, folk guitarist, and jazz vocalist.
Heather's debut CD, first blush, released in March 2005, was recorded with Juno award-winning producer Dan Donahue (Valdy, Connie Kaldor) of Winnipeg.   It has been receiving radio play on CBC, as well as independent and university radio stations across Canada, and as far away as Portugal, Spain, and Serbia.Heather is quickly becoming a sought after entertainer for festivals and concerts of all varieties.   If you have not heard of her yet, you will very soon!

SUN and every Sun from now on!, Hosted by Dan Engelland & his Band ( of The HOO DOOs) A  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

JUNE 27th & 28th, FRI & SAT,   ~ BUENA BUYA ~ www.myspace.com/buenabuya ~ www.sonicbids.com/buenabuya

Dana "Power" Tower - DRUMS  ~ Juan Poirez - BASS ~  Kurt ’Tasty Licks’ Loewen - GUITARS, VOCALS ~  Colin ’Davey’ Daly - BONGOS  ~ Cameron ’Cabron Calabresa’ Wallace - KEYS, GUITARS, VOCALS ~   Paul "Pao Cortes" Wolda - DJEMBE

Embodying the sound the West Coast, Buena Buya (pronounced, /boo-yah/, and Spanish for "Good Noise") has been gaining momentum since their creation in the fall of 2006 and are poised to take their music further by continually reinventing and redefining their sound. Unbounded by any particular musical genre and bringing diverse influences from the six members of the band, Buena Buya's tone draws on several elements to keep the crowd on its feet and moving. With a three-piece percussion section pumping out Latin rhythms mixed with the lively sounds of Ska, Funk, Jazz, Reggae, R&B, and Surf it is very rare that the audience can stay put.

Buena Buya has been fortunate enough to play music that suits both their personal tastes, and the attitudes of those who frequent their shows. The Buya's comprehensive sound entices audiences from all musical niches, and is a true pleasure to the senses.  When these six friends join in musical sodality, the experience hits you like a wave and the profusion of rhythm and melody lifts you from your seat.

SUN and every Sun from now on!, Hosted by Dan Engelland & his Band ( of The HOO DOOs) A  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

JULY 3rd, THUR,   ~ KENT McALLISTER ~

Memory Replacer is perfect for lazy afternoons. It blends into the background of whatever you are doing, but it is in no way forgettable. McAllister has a voice that is gravely smooth, and very pleasant to listen to. All of the songs on this album seem effortless and natural. Singing seems to come as easily as breathing to McAllister.

I was a little nervous that this would be a purebred country album, complete with twangy voices and songs about horses. Considering my tolerance of country rarely extends past Shania Twain, I did not expect to like this album. Fortunately, my lower expectations made the fact that not only is this album not red-necked country, it is also very enjoyable. I am not the only one who was gently wooed by this album. My younger brother, who generally only likes bands who sing about sex, drugs, and rock and roll, declared this album is “not bad.” Considering this album does not have much in the area of sex, drugs, or rock and roll, this is quite a compliment.

The great thing about this album is that it is really easy for anybody to enjoy it, regardless of what their typical musical tastes may be. If you are looking for a mellow listen tinged with mild country flair, then definitely consider picking up Memory Replacer.

JULY 4th & 5th, FRI & SAT,   ~ THE CRUZEROS ~ www.cruzeros.com "Scandalosa is most complete album in the Cruzeros trilogy of disc's to date...and that would be saying something considering that their El Niño album, released in 2000, yielded some seven charted singles"

Award winning Country fusion ~ The Cruzeros won Group of the Year and Album of the Year at the BC Country Music Awards.

SUN and every Sun from now on!, Hosted by Dan Engelland & his Band ( of The HOO DOOs) A  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

JULY 10th, THUR,   ~ THE WYRD SISTERS ~ www.wyrdsisters.com Summer ‘08 BC Tour

JULY 11th, FRI,   ~ FLORA WARE ~ www.floramusic.com

Flora puts her soul into singing. Not fitting neatly into any one genre, she is part jazz diva, part folk singer, part cabaret performer. Whether it's swing standards, R&B, or opera, she isn't afraid to push the boundaries, delivering a comedic or seductive twist to a song.

A talented triple-threat, Flora has trained in acting, dance, classical singing and studied jazz voice with Kate Hammett-Vaughan while completing her music diploma in Vancouver. She has a compelling stage presence and an agile, emotive voice that wins her new fans wherever she performs.

Described as both a "little-known vocal treasure" and "one of the rising jazz talents" in BC, Flora is ready to step into a bigger spotlight. Her new CD "Insight" will be released by summer 2008, with a busy year of performances to follow! Working with co-producers Rick Kilburn and Peter Berring, "Insight" promises to appeal to a wide audience with its groovy mix of standards and original music influenced by Latin jazz, and Soul/R&B.

JULY 12th, SAT,   ~ THE GLENDA RAE JAZZ TRIO ~ www.glendaraemusic.com

Glenda Rae’s vocal prowess has alternately stunned and delighted audiences in Vancouver, New York, and Los Angeles. In combination with a weighty catalog of songs largely co-composed with West Coast musical phenomena Miles Black, Glenda takes expectant audiences on layered musical journeys, exploring contemporary music infused with classic jazz, soul, rhythm and blues, and gospel influences, as well as inventive improvisational forays. Gifted with an agile four octave range, yet centred as an alto, Glenda’s voice has been favourably compared to artists like Anita Baker, Oleta Adams, and Annie Lennox. This remarkable facility is blended with a rare musical sensitivity that serves the song first, and brings life and depth to the lyrical narrative.

SUN and every Sun from now on!, Hosted by Dan Engelland & his Band ( of The HOO DOOs) A  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

JULY 17th, THUR,   ~ COURTNEY WING ~ www.courtneywing.com ~ "Magic thrown in your face" ~ Courtney has been invited to play Pop Montreal, the North American Folk Alliance twice, almost SXSW 7 years in a row, New Music West, The Indie Arts Festival, OCFF, Grand Forks Festival, Edge of the World Festival, and has logged over 998 performances across Canada, the United States, Europe, and a few hidden nooks throughout Central America. Courtney’s albums are distributed through Maple Nationwide / Universal Music.

JULY 18th, FRI,   ~ HALF A QUORUM ~ featuring

~STEVE TODD
piano & vocals

~PETER
PADDON
lead vocals & drums

~MIKE OHMAN 
guitar

Classic R&B, Blues & Jazz at it's Best!

JULY 19th, SAT,   ~ PRIVATE PARTY ~

SUN and every Sun from now on!, Hosted by Dan Engelland & his Band ( of The HOO DOOs) A  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

JULY 24th, THUR,   ~ KAT DANSER ~ www.katdanser.com is an acoustic folk blues singer/songwriter who combines a soulful vocal presentation with a 'no nonsense' guitar style. Hornby Island Blues Society proclaims, "...the fabulous Kat Danser who absolutely astonished everyone. What a hidden treasure."

JULY 25th, FRI,   ~ MORGAN DAVIS ~ www.morgandavis.com

For 33 years Morgan Davis has played the blues in Canada from Victoria, B.C. to St. John’s, Newfoundland, as well as Europe and the U.S.

From Chicago city blues to New Orleans shuffle, Davis cruised the length and breadth of the continent in blues form.

JULY 26th, SAT,   ~ DOWNHOME DAVE & THE DYNAMITE ~ www.downhomedave.com

Downhome Dave and THE DYNAMITE are four like-minded individuals who have a great time playing great music! Their audiences can't help but get up and dance when Downhome Dave and THE DYNAMITE take to the stage. Their music is an eclectic mix of electric and jump blues, swing, a touch of funk and good old rock'n roll featuring well selected covers and a some very cool originals. A favorite at last summer's Kelowna Bluesfest, make sure to join the band live for an always good time.

Downhome Dave and the Dynamite are a cross between the legends of the Chicago Blues scene and the funky swing of the more modern greats. ...

SUN and every Sun from now on!, Hosted by Dan Engelland & his Band ( of The HOO DOOs) A  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

JULY 30th, WED,   ~ RUDEBOY ~ www.rudeboy.ca ~ Canada's Coolest Ska band!

A new project in which members from RUDEBOY team up with some old and new friends for roots rock, reggae, ska and more. ...

AUG 1st & 2nd, FRI & SAT,   ~ PHAT BETTY BLUES BAND ~ Vocalist Cat Wells knows how to reach into your soul as if relaying your own heartfelt tragedy with her emotion filled, energetic and impromptu brand of Blues. With her earliest idols being Miss Billie Holiday followed by Etta James and Janis Joplin, it’s not surprising to hear hints of Jazz and Funk thrown in there as well. Her poignant use of phasing and creative manipulation of notes whisk you into a smokey bayou where you experience her own interruptive twist on styles.

Recipient of 2 Scorpion awards for favorite female vocalist in the Okanagan. Cat Wells (A.K.A. PHAT Betty) rocks the house, belting out blues with her dynamic vocal powers and screeching out Janis Joplin with a likeness so uncanny you could close your eyes and flash back to Haight Ashbury. If Jump Blues, Swing and Janis are to your liking, you won’t want to miss this act.

Cat Wells: "I’ve given up on all my crazy Ideas about show bands and impersonators and am focusing back on what I do best  . . . . the rockin’ Blues. We are in the studio currently working on an all original CD That will hopefully be ready for release in the summer. Our single “Brand New Shoes” is currently being shopped to radio stations and we are actually receiving airplay!"

PHAT Betty’s backing band "Who’s Your Daddy" features Art Bhoem (Blues Tribe) on Bass, Chris Parr (Ricky and the Blue Cats) on Guitar and 7 year member Scott Grant on Drums.

SUN and every Sun from now on!, Hosted by Dan Engelland & his Band ( of The HOO DOOs) A  new jam session. All musicians and music lovers remember....every Sunday about 6:00 at Lorenzo's Cafe, come on down to jam and enjoy!

AUG 15th & 16th, FRI & SAT,   ~ THE MOCKING SHADOWS ~  www.mockingshadows.com

Mocking Shadows Rhythm & Blues Revue is a powerhouse dance band that is sure to please any crowd. The band delivers old school R&B hits and Motown favorites guaranteed to excite any dance floor. The line-up includes a three piece horn section, bass, drums, organ, guitar, and three vocalists. On special occasions, the boys are joined by their powerful female back-up singers, “The Silhouettes”.

They have toured with the legendary B.B. King on 2 separate occasions and performed or shared stages with world renowned entertainers and bands including: The Tragically Hip, ZZ Top, Long John Baldry, 54/40, Wide Mouth Mason, Jann Arden, Lighthouse, The Powder Blues Band, Doug & The Slugs, Trooper, Downchild Blues Band, Reba Macintire, Leanne Rimes, The Stampeders, and Randy Bachman among others. As of late, the band has also been performing as the “Blues Brothers Band” for “The Blues Brothers Revival”, the only revival sanctioned by Dan Aykroyd and the estate of John Belushi.

Noteworthy Achievements Include:

2006 Best Calgary Band (People*s Choice FFWD Arts & Ent. Weekly)

2004 and 2003 Western Canadian Music Awards Nomination

2002 Prairie Music Awards Nomination

LOTS MORE TO COME SOON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  L.C.    REALLY!

& many more High Caliber Artists

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