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CAPE BRETON SONGS AND STORIES OF THE ISLAND
ADAM COOKE
Trained as a journalist, the Richmond County native spent most of the '90s at Port Hawkesbury's CIGO Radio (now 101.5 The Hawk FM) and then the town's key newspaper, The Reporter, blowing the lid off several scandals and uncovering unscrupulousness at all levels. But his love of writing, singing, and performing distracted him at key moments and finally proved too much to overcome, leading to his 2001 departure from the media to pursue music full-time. In the following eight years, he had more fun than any one person should be able to handle, performing at venues of all sizes around the Maritimes. His two albums - the 2001 debut Side Roads and the 2004 follow-up EAST - have sold a combined 1,200 copies around Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick, and he's already started studio work on his third disc, expected to reach retailers, music lovers and a growing fan base in the coming months.
ERIN MARTELL
Erin Martell is a native of Sydney, NS. She is a self-taught guitarist and singer/songwriter who also plays bodhrán, piano and violin and began a full-time music career in 2005. Her sound is best described as pop/folk with hints of jazz, reminiscent of some of her influences: Joni Mitchell, Valdy & Gordon Lightfoot. Her debut album, "You & Me" was released in July 2009. Erin is a tiny woman with a big voice. With her warm stage presence and alluring personality, Erin sets the bar high for an intimate performance experience which has earned her many loyal fans.
JENNIFER ROLLAND BUFFETT
Jennifer is the youngest of ten children. She grew up in Alder Point, Cape Breton on the eastern shore. Like many children born on Cape Breton Island, music surrounded her from the moment she was born. Her father played fiddle, and the family always enjoyed the kitchen parties and Ceilidhs. By the age of three, Jennifer was playing the piano by ear. At six, she began taking dance lessons as well as several years of classical piano. At nine, Jenniferbegan studying the fiddle with Kyle MacNeil of the world renowned Barra MacNeils.
Jennifer was the 1997 recipient of the Tic Butler Memorial Award. That year also marked the release of her debut album "Dedication". Jennifer was given a coveted showcase spot at the 1998 East Coast Music Awards.Jennifer had a starring role in the 1998 production of the Cape Breton Summertime Revue. All this before she reached the age of 20. In 2001, Jennifer wasselected from many East Coast musicians to "showcase" at the 2001 East Coast Music Awards, one of only 3 from Cape Breton for this honor.In 1998/99, Jennifer toured the U.K., Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Canada and the United States in support of her debut album. From thethe first Celtic Colours International Festival in Cape Breton through the 10th anniversary festival in 2006 Jennifer has been a featured performer. Jennifer has also developed an avid following after performances at Disney World in Florida, atLongs Peak, Colorado, inNew England and throughout the US including Texas, Minnesota, Alabama, Atlanta, as well as throughout Europe and of course, Canada.
RACHEL COLFORD
Rachel is a young singer/ songwriter from South Bar, NS. After the release of her debut album "Abundant Life" in 2013, she successfully toured the east coast of the states as well as parts of Nova Scotia and Ontario. Rachel is known around the island primarily for leading worship in various churches as well as for her unique and gifted voice. Continuing to write songs and further developing the gifts she has, Rachel looks forward to releasing another album in the near future. Stay tuned!
LYNDA MAXWELL
Lynda hails from the North Side, and is well known in many musical circles. Her voice has a beautiful tone and talent oozes from her the second she takes the stage. She is also a songwriter and lead vocalist/rhythm guitarist. Together with her Group, The Lynda Maxwell trio, she covers many Genres as well as original material. Sit back and prepare to be entertained by this lovely womanyou will be captivated.
JASON WILLIAMS MACDONALD
"I remember singing songs and not knowing the words, but I sang them anyway because I liked the melody so much," said Jason. "Eventually I learned the lyrics and the rest is history." Jason, who performs under the name Jason Williams, has released one album titled 'It's What I Do', which was recorded in 2003 at Sound Park Studio in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. The ten tracks on the album were co-written with producer Tom O'Keefe and the title track earned him a country recording of the year nomination at the 2005 East Coast Music Awards. Jason's poignant vocals, along with his proficient talents on guitar, have earned him both rave reviews and longtime fans whenever he performs. In February 2014, Jason won the Great Big Break contest, which was decided by online voting and put him on stage opening for Nashville country music legend Mel Tillis. "Winning the Great Big Break contest was an incredible honor for me," commented Jason. "The support I received was overwhelming and it makes me feel rewarded for my achievements in music."
When asked what artists influence his music style, names like Merle Haggard, Travis Tritt, Brad Paisley and Stevie Ray Vaughan are on the top of the list. "When I am performing in clubs, I tend to play a variety of styles based on what my audience wants to hear, but if I had to choose one type of music it would be country. Country music is true to my heart."
Looking ahead, it is evident that music will continue to be a part of Jason's life. "I want to keep doing what I'm doing and continue to keep smiles on the faces of people who enjoy my music. I want to enjoy every moment that the joy of music brings to me and to everyone around me."
THE WENDY MARKEY BAND
Three Capers, a son and daughters of Cape Breton coal miners, does not get any more "down home" than that...The Wendy Markey Band was born in November, 2007, then named "Acoustic," and has been going strong ever since, performing atvenues such as Louisburg Play House, Shindigs Pub, and a nine week summer engagement at the Savoy theatre in their beloved Glace Bay. These three musical talents have come together and have become a force to be reckoned with .
The band mates are:
CHARLIE CLEMENTS
Born and raised in Glace Bay, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. He left his Cape Breton home in the 70's, and spent much of the 80's and 90's traveling across North America, performing in such venues as Tootsies, in Nashville, Ten. and The Grand Ole Opry.Charlie was part ofa five piece band that opened for the one and only Conway Twitty, and has also had top ten hits in the independent American top 40.Charlie is an amazing singer/songwriter and brings a wonderful flavor to the band, with such songs as "Who I Am" and "On The Edge"....songs which give the listener a little taste of some of the nicest songs written this side of heaven.
JOAN MCNEIL
Born and raised inGlace Bay, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Joan found hermusical inspiration from herMom and Dad. Joan's dad was an extraordinary musician, and music was always a part of life.In her youth, Joan was involved in the MacDougall Girls Pipe Band, and later performed across Scotland.Joan brings a wide range of musical styles to the band, with her versatility, haunting harmonies, and ability to play both Guitar and Chanter.
WENDY MARKEY
Wendy was born and raised in Glace Bay, Cape Breton, NS, and was influenced as a kid by artists like James Taylor, The Eagles, and Simon and Garfunkel. Wendy always had a love for music,butwas too shy to sing.At the age of 34, Wendy performed her first solo in a church play, and spent some time singing with a worship team, before finding her way to the studio to record her first CD in 2003, "Here With Me" and she has never looked back. In 2010, the band Acoustic recorded their debut CD "on The Edge".Wendy brings a likeable presence to the stage and when sheopens her mouthto sing, she commands the attention of the entire room; her voice is truly her instrument.
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LocationHIGHLAND ARTS THEATRE (View)
40 Bentinck Street
Sydney, NS B1P 1G2
Canada
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