Tuesday, September 24, 2024 | RED LAKE LEGION

ALLISON LUPTON

A delicious mixture of folk, bluegrass and country…Allison with her beautiful, clear singing voice and the ability to tell a story with her flute, accompanied by a talented band that includes Andrew Collins (multiple Juno nominated mandolinist), Shane Cook (Canadian and US National Fiddle Champion), Joseph Phillips (renowned virtuoso bassist) and Kyle Waymouth – 2023 CFMA Solo Instrumental Artist of the Year.  https://alisonlupton.com

Saturday, November 2, 2024  |  RED LAKE LEGION

TIM HICKS (ACOUSTIC DUO) CAMPFIRE TROUBADOUR TOUR

Known for his sure footed, every-man approach and party ready anthems, multi-platinum artist Tim Hicks will be giving fans the unique opportunity to experience his music in the most intimate way with the Northern Ontario Campfire Troubadour Tour this fall. Inspired by the Canadian summer nights of sitting around a campfire sharing stories and singing songs, Hicks will be performing acoustic arrangements and stripped down versions of fan favourites, along with select choices from his new record Campfire Troubadour Vol 2. A five time JUNO Award nominee and CCMA Award winner, Tim Hicks has earned four Platinum selling singles, a Double Platinum single, nine Gold singles and eighteen Top 10 radio hits in his decade of releasing music.  Stand outs include #1 songs; No Truck Song and What A Song Should Do along with Loud, Get By, Stompin’ Ground, Talk To Time, Whiskey Does and the national party anthem, Stronger Beer among many others.  Website

Thursday, December 5, 2024 |  RED LAKE LEGION

IAN SHERWOOD

A brilliant slice of Canadian folk pop, songs to make your toes tap and lyrics to lift your soul

Guitar, saxophone, huge songwriting and a voice that won him a Canadian Folk Music Award for Contemporary Singer, Ian Sherwood Brings The Light to every stage he stands on. A born story teller and a constant creator, his music dances the line between folk and pop. His live performances thrive on intimacy, his persona is irresistible.  Website

Thursday, February 6, 2025 | RED LAKE LEGION

AYSANABEE

Join two-time JUNO Award-winning Oji-Cree artistAysanabee(Ace-in-abbey) on his first-ever Canadianheadlining tour,NowandThen. Following two incredible support tours with Allison Russell and DanMangan, as wellas countless global festival appearances, it is now time for Aysanabee to take centerstage and share his powerful music—including the radio hit singles “Nomads,” “We Were Here,” and”Somebody Else”—along with his engaging storytelling.The alternative indie artist, of Sucker Clan from the Sandy Lake First Nation, a remote fly-in community inNorthwestern Ontario, Canada, now calls Toronto home.He began making music under his mother’smaiden name when moments of stillness allowed him to slow down and create music that trulyrepresented him as an artist. He’s been compared to Hozier and Kings of Leon, among others.In March 2024, Aysanabee made history as the first Indigenous artist to win theJUNO AwardsforAlternativeAlbum of the Year and the coveted Songwriter of the Year for his EPHere and Now. His debutalbum, Watin (Nov 2022), named after his grandfather, combined music and journalism with artistry andexpression and was shortlisted for the 2023 Polaris Music Prize.Since 2021, he has performed over 300 shows across Canada and globally, including recent appearancesatReeperbahn (DE),The Great Escape (UK), SXSW Sydney (AUS), Tallinn Music Week (ES),andAmericanaFestUK (GB).

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Saturday, March 1, 2025 | RED LAKE HIGH SCHOOL

ROYAL MANITOBA THEATRE CENTRE  “Murder for Two”

Officer Marcus Moscowicz is small town police officer and an aspiring detective. On a dark and stormy night moments before the surprise birthday party for renowned author Arthur Whitney, shots are fired, and the writer is fatally murdered! As the nearest detective is an hour away, Marcus seizes the opportunity to showcase his sleuthing abilities, with the assistance of his silent partner Lou. Now, the question remains: Who is the culprit behind this mysterious crime?

A high-energy musical whodunit, Murder for Two is a blend of classical musical comedy and a murder mystery with a twist, where two actors play a dozen different characters and a piano. Settle in for this witty homage to old-fashioned murder mysteries.  Website

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 | RED LAKE LEGION

DIRTY CATFISH BRASS BAND

Invoking the sounds of brass bands and funk ensemblesDirty Catfish Brass Band’s aim is to inspire, create and instigate – but, mostly, they just want you on your feet. Based in Winnipeg, the crew strives to surprise, challenge, tickle and pay homage to the New Orleans tradition by giving it a new audience in an unsuspecting locale. DCBB use the power of music to bring joy to their audience. Get ready to move.   Website

 Wednesday, April 23, 2025 | RED LAKE LEGION     

RUM RAGGED

These new champions of East Coast music enliven and enlighten audiences with their signature brand of Newfoundland folk. JUNO Award Nominees, Rum Ragged, take a bold approach to the distinct folk music of Newfoundland. With a reverence for their roots and a creative, contemporary edge, this young band has quickly become known as the finest performers of their great, living, musical tradition. Boasting bouzouki, fiddle, bodhran, banjo, guitar, and button accordion, always honest, thought-provoking, and often humorous. Their combination of striking vocal harmonies, staggering musicianship, and captivating storytelling gives concert-goers an experience they won’t soon forget.  Website