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Welcome to the 2025-26 Season<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/div>

WILDERNESS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES<\/h1><\/span>
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The\u00a0Wilderness Entertainment Series <\/strong>\u00a0has been providing Red Lake and its surrounding area with LIVE quality entertainment since 2013. \u00a0WES is a not-for-profit, community based organization comprised of volunteers supported by our community and government partners as well as sponsorship from local businesses and individuals. \u00a0Our generous sponsors help us to achieve our goals of bringing affordable, quality entertainment to the people of the Red Lake District.<\/p>\n

We hope you are as excited as we are for this great line-up for our 2025-26 Season…Enjoy!!<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Crash Test Dummies – RED LAKE LEGION
\n<\/b><\/strong><\/span>Kyle McKearney – RED LAKE LEGION<\/span>
\n Julian Taylor & Logan Staats – RED LAKE LEGION<\/span>
\n Roman Clarke – RED LAKE LEGION<\/span>
\nThe McDades – RED LAKE LEGION
\n<\/strong>Jessica Pearson & The East Wind – RED LAKE LEGION
\n<\/strong>John Wort Hannam – RED LAKE LEGION
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\nDoors open at 7:00pm – Shows start at 7:30pm<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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CRASH TEST DUMMIES TICKET PRICES – $35\/PERSON
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Monday, September 22, 2025<\/strong> | RED LAKE LEGION<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

CRASH TEST DUMMIES<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

The legendary Crash Test Dummies<\/strong> band opens the season. Best know for Brad Roberts\u2019 deep bass-baritone vocals this iconic Canadian group continues to receive significant recognition. With multiple Grammy, and Juno nominations (1992 Juno winner) their quirky, literate songwriting and folk-rock sound endures. Who doesn\u2019t remember \u201cSuperman\u2019s Song\u201d? This will be a night of pure nostalgia. \u00a0 Website<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Thursday, October 16, 2025\u00a0 |\u00a0 RED LAKE LEGION<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

KYLE MCKEARNEY<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Kyle McKearney<\/strong> first gained attention through various country and rock projects, including performing in the Queen musical We Will Rock You. This Metis singer-songwriter has become one of Canada\u2019s most acclaimed voices in roots music, known for blending country, rock, blues and folk. His 2023 album \u201cA Traveler\u2019s Lament\u201d won 11 awards, including the CMAA Alternative Country Album of the Year.<\/u><\/u>\u00a0\u00a0Website<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025 |\u00a0 RED LAKE LEGION<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

JULIAN TAYLOR & LOGAN STAATS<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

A brilliant slice of Canadian folk pop, songs to make your toes tap and lyrics to lift your soul<\/span><\/p>\n

Toronto based singer-songwriter, Julian Taylor, joins musical forces with Logan Staats<\/strong> a Mohawk singer-songwriter from Six Nations, for a cross-Canada tour called Songs and Stories. Both are acclaimed musicians, and their joint performance features an acoustic format which merges soulful music with personal storytelling, providing an intimate concert experience.\u00a0 Julian Taylor’s Website<\/a><\/span> Logan Staats’ Website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Saturday, January 24, 2026 | RED LAKE LEGION<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

ROMAN CLARKE<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Roman Clarke<\/strong> is described as having an infectious energy and humility with shows that feel like a celebration. A Winnipeg Free Press profile on Clarke titled \u201cEverybody Loves Roman\u201d praises him for his rapid musical growth, his creativity and his collaborative spirit. Known as a passionate vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, his music features a soulful blend of R&B, pop and funk.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Saturday, February 7, 2026 | RED LAKE LEGION<\/strong><\/h4>\n

THE MCDADES<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Punching through the walls of tradition, The McDades\u2019<\/strong> Celtic-rooted music fuses the spontaneity of jazz improvisation and infectious global rhythms. The Juno Award winners\u2019 cutting edge sound is the perfect complement to their fiery performances.<\/p>\n

Combining original tunes and unique interpretations of traditional songs, their performances feature both energetic instrumentals and moving vocals performed in English and French.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Thursday, March 26, 2026 | RED LAKE LEGION<\/strong><\/h4>\n

JESSICA PEARSON & THE EAST WIND<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Hailing from Ottawa, Jessica Pearson & The East Wind<\/strong>, features Jessica Pearson and fellow singers Sam Stone and Malia Rogers, blending their voices to produce haunting three-part harmonies. Their engaging live performances feature storytelling influenced from folk, outlaw country, and Celtic traditions and often leave a lasting impression on listeners. JPEW have toured throughout Canada and internationally at major showcases and festivals.\u00a0 \u00a0Website<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u00a0Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | RED LAKE LEGION\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n

JOHN WORT HANNAM<\/strong><\/h2>\n

With his clear, rich vocals and heartfelt storytelling, John Wort Hannam<\/strong> has earned multiple accolades in his decades long career, including two 2023 Canadian Folk Music Awards; one for Solo Artist and one for Contemporary Album. He is often praised for his authenticity, his connection to place, and his poetic prairie sound. Hannam\u2019s 2025 tour features his critically acclaimed latest album \u201cLong Haul\u201d.\u00a0 Website<\/a><\/p>\n

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