| Friday, May 23 |
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| 5:30 pm | Music in the Park | |
| 6:15 pm | Marc Ekins Trio | |
| 8:00 pm | Freedom Train | |
| Saturday May 24 | 12 pm – 10 pm | |
| 11:45 am | Music in the Park | |
| 12:00 pm | Leah Holtom | |
| 1:15 pm | Little Peter and the Elegants | |
| 2:45 pm | Marc Ekins Band | |
| 4:30 pm |
80 lts |
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| 6:15 pm |
Elyse Saunders Band |
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| 8:15 pm | The Carpet Frogs | |
| Sunday May 25 | 12 pm – 7 pm | |
| 12:00 pm | Music in the Park | |
| 12:40 pm | Roaming Entertainers | |
| 1:40 pm | The Allwells – Battle of the Bands | |
| 3:30 pm | Lazo | |
| 5:30 pm | The Marc Joseph Band | |
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- Elyse Saunders Band
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- Leah Holton
Leah Holtom
Folk singer/songwriter Leah Holtom grew up in Brampton, Ontario, and now thrives in Toronto’s vibrant music scene. Blending the best of folk and country, Leah shares a fresh expression of storytelling with a unique take on traditional instrumentation. Her tender yet soaring vocals, paired with acoustic guitars and pedal steel, captivate audiences on a heartfelt journey. In 2024, Leah was awarded the Colleen Peterson Songwriting Award from the Ontario Arts Council for her debut single, “Face The Day.” Her rich sound and endearing voice are further showcased on her debut EP, “Patchwork.”
The band began in 1973 when 8 students at Port Credit Secondary School got together to play 50s & 60s rock ‘n’ roll music. It was a time of nostalgia with the movie American Graffiti in theatres, the musical Grease on stage and the show Happy Days was on television. Even though band members have changed over the years, what has remained the same is how the band covers music from the 50s, 60s and 70s the way you remember hearing the songs on the radio. The current lineup has been together for 10 years and likes to focus on the vocal harmonies that were so popular back then. The band travels across Ontario to Picton, Collingwood, Kincardine and Niagara Falls. They are thrilled to be a part of this year’s Brampton Rib ‘n’ Roll!
Few bands are as committed and dedicated to their craft
as Freedom Train, with 2019 seeing the band working as full time
musicians, same three members for 30 years!
Performing over 200 shows annually, Freedom Train has played
Massey Hall, MGM Grand in Vegas, festivals, theatres, clubs,
casinos, weddings, private parties and corporate events across
Canada and the US since 1989.
Freedom Train continues to entertains audiences with their spin on
classic rock, R&B, funk and reggae. Freedom Train tries to turn new
listeners on to the timeless classics, or to bring back musical
memories of eras and icons that these three musicians love so
much!
This power-trio features the four octave vocal range of vocalist /
bassist Carl Jennings, the inventive two-piece kit drumming of Tim
Jennings and the creative guitar stylings of Ed Mitchell.
Come out and celebrate the best music from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s
with Freedom Train!
www.freedomtrain.ca
Singer/Songwriter Elyse Saunders is a country artist that blends her small-town Ontario roots with the bright lights of Toronto and Nashville, captivating crowds with her powerhouse vocals, dynamic presence and interactive charm. Catching one of her shows, it’s easy to see why she’s gained popularity at live music venues.
Elyse Saunders has a decade of stages under her belt, with numerous singles to radio including her latter single RISE. RISE celebrates the empowering story of Canada’s Equestrian Olympian Jessica Phoenix and hit top 20 countdown for 10 weeks after Toronto’s DJ Danny D shared a remix of the song on z1035.
Summer 2019 is showing to be an invigorating new chapter for Elyse Saunders with a growing tour calendar, brand new radio releases and polished music videos. The singles will be a sneak peak into her upcoming album release that is set to drop in winter 2019 and represents her boldest and most liberated group of songs yet.
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www.twitter.com/elyse_saunders
Toronto’s best known party band started in 1993 when seminal jam band Ground Zero teamed up with Just Alice front man Nick Sinopoli for gigs to fill the nights when GZ wasn’t hosting the infamous Sunday night jam at Toronto’s legendary Lee’s Palace.
Sinopoli mentioned The Carpet Frogs’ existence to Canadian rocker Greg Godovitz (Goddo) who, after seeing them one night on his way home from a gig, did whatever he could to wrangle his way into the band.
Greg’s tenure with The Frogs lasted until 1996 and produced their sophomore release Frog Curry that charted nationally and garnered a US distribution deal with the now defunct Permanent Press.
The Frogs appeared in US venues in the northeast in support of the release and received glowing reviews from publications like Goldmine and Absolutely Indie.
The Carpet Frogs were nominated for Central Canada Independent Artist Of The Year at Canada’s 1995 Rock Awards in Toronto. The same year, they were nominated for Best Independent Act at the Q107 Rock Awards in Toronto.
In addition to being arguably the most in-demand band on the Toronto corporate circuit for more than a decade, The Carpet Frogs have performed for every organization from the Chartered Accountants’ Institute to the Young Presidents’ Organization. On occasion, The Frogs have been the band behind Ottawa-born blues-rocker Pat Travers and multi-Juno award winner Tom Cochrane.
In 1998, they hooked up with Canadian Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame Member Burton Cummings after an impromptu jam at a local Toronto pub and became The Burton Cummings Band. The Frogs have since accompanied Burton to Winnipeg, Vancouver, Hawaii, Texas, and New York and appeared with him at the 1999-2000 millennium New Years’ Eve national CTV broadcast in Winnipeg and at the opening of the Burton Cummings Theatre in Winnipeg in 2003.
The Frogs’ second release, Everything Is Beautiful, was recorded in 2003 and still continues to sell. Their third independent CD release, Pretending To Fly was released in 2006.
In 2005, The Frogs accompanied Canadian Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame Member and multi-million selling artist Randy Bachman, along with Burton Cummings, as Randy and Burton were inducted into the Canadian Songwriters’ Hall Of Fame in Toronto, the nationally televised 2005 JUNO Awards in Winnipeg with Randy and Burton, and an appearance at the worldwide broadcast of Live 8 in Barrie, ON with Randy that was included on the DVD of the concert.
In 2006, The Carpet Frogs became The Bachman Cummings Band and performed with Randy and Burton on their nationally televised CBC special and DVD “Bachman Cummings: First Time Around” and accompanied the two Canadian rock icons on a 17 city Canadian tour to rave reviews and was recorded for DVD release.
The Carpet Frogs have performed on Canada’s Walk of Fame, Juno Awards, Live 8 Canada, SOCAN Awards, and more.
The Marc Joseph Band (MJB) has risen to one of GTA’s top cover bands on the scene and are a rare group of charismatic, passionate, driven and professional musicians, with personalities that shine both on and off the stage.
Surprising fans by infusing R&B into Rock, Latin accents into contemporary Top 40 hits, MJB brings an arsenal of genres, music and energy to every performance, while keeping dance floors alive! From 50’s to current; Classic Rock, Funk, POP, Rock, Dance, R&B, Motown, Reggae, Country, Disco, Latin, Alternative and more.
Festival accomplishments include headline performances at Brampton Rib N Roll,
Mississauga Ribfest, Midland Party on the Dock, Dunkirk Pier, Canada Day & Taste Ajax @ Ajax Downs, Brampton Classic Cars, Queen West Art Crawl and Sudbury Lobsterfest. Casino performances include Seneca Niagara, Seneca Allegany, Detroit MotorCity, Fallsview and Atlantic City Hard Rock Casino.
Ranging from a 4 piece to 12 piece band, MJB has been performing together as a full time band for 10+ years with over 200 shows a year across North America and Internationally for Corporate & Private Events, Weddings, Casinos, Festivals, Cruises, Clubs, Fundraisers, Bars and more. They also have their own album entitled Breathe.
While continuously developing their artistry, stage show, and musical ability at a rate that most acts can’t fathom, MJB has often been referred to as “Lightning in a Bottle”. Our clients have honoured us with a 5 star rating so there’s no doubt MJB will exceed your expectations.
Lazo:
A Canada’s Top Reggae Performer Award winner and Juno Award winner, Lazarus J. Finn (aka Lazo), began his music career when he was 15 years old with a band called Black Blood. Their very first album charted #2 and received extensive airplay in the Caribbean. Soon after immigrating to Canada, Lazo formed his own band, Unity, to showcase his original compositions. Upon relocating to Toronto, he created Lazo Reggae in Toronto, and released the well-received recording, “Satisfaction Guaranteed.” Lazo later produced two solo CDs, “Something Real” and “Impetus,” for RAS Records in Washington, DC. He was the first Canadian artist signed to the label. “Impetus” was such a strong effort that it was the first independent album to chart on Vancouver’s Z95.3 (Top 30). Lazo’s 2010 release, “Passin Thru” (Y.T. Records) is considered by many to be his finest release.
Lazo tours tirelessly throughout the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean. In 2010, he toured the United States and South America with the world-renowned Wailers. The group was Bob Marley’s original backup band, featuring Aston “Family Man” Barrett on bass, and the legendary Keith Sterling on keys. The South American leg of the tour included African reggae star Alpha Blondy. Lazo is also known as the front man for the Bob Marley Legend show produced by Craig Martin’s Classic Albums Live.
Lazo brings to the stage a roots rock reggae rousing performance that is sure to keep the audience rocking, grooving, and talking about their experience for weeks to come.
Lazo has been honing his craft as a prolific songwriter and multi-talented musician.
He is a multi-Juno award nominee and won a Juno for “Heart and Soul”. Lazo is a Graduate of the University of Toronto where he studied Political Science and History.
As a lifelong learner he continues to focus his attention on world issues including the environment, Panafrican concerns, his philanthropic endeavors as well as agriculture and growing food insecurity. These concerns play a prominent role in lyrics where his brilliant mind combines education with entertainment and history.
Marc Ekins:
Introducing Marc Ekins, a roots-style singer-songwriter whose diverse musical palette weaves through genres with an authentic and captivating touch. With a passion for storytelling, his lyrics delve into universal themes, offering a unique perspective on life, love, and the human experience.
Marc is known for his fun and energetic performances. Audiences are drawn to his infectious enthusiasm and dynamic stage presence, creating an unforgettable experience.
Marc draws inspiration from a wide range of musical legends spanning decades and genres. Influences from folk icons to rock legends, Celtic traditions to blues masters, and reggae vibes to country storytellers are intricately woven into his sound. This blend creates a unique fusion that resonates with a broad audience.
At the core of Marc’s artistry is an uplifting tone that infuses positivity into every note. His music serves as a reminder of the joy found in diversity and the shared human experience. The family-friendly nature of his work reflects a commitment to creating music that transcends generations, bringing people together through melodies that inspire and connect.
80its:
The 80its Dance Band will get everyone dancing!
The Allwells:
The Allwells manage to channel the sound of the early 2000’s rock revival while still sounding remarkably fresh. Thumping basslines, rich, powerful drums, and gritty guitars paint the perfect backdrop for impassioned vocals and unique, catchy songwriting.
