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Marianas Trench & Neon Dreams to open the 2022 George Street Festival

Posted on July 1, 2022
By Dillon Collins
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We’re weeks away from the 37th annual George Street Festival. And now we know which acts will kick off the festivities.
The 2022 instalment of the biggest party of the summer, the 37th annual George Street Festival, will kick off on Thursday July 28th with Juno winning pop-rockers Marianas Trench

Tags: bars, concert, festival, George Street Festival, Marianas Trench, music, Neon Dreams, Newfoundland and Labrador, Party, St. John's

Bryan Adams Brings The Bare Bones Show to St. John’s

Posted on June 29, 2022
By Dillon Collins
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Press Release: Platinum-selling and Grammy Award winning musician Bryan Adams returns to St. John’s on September 5 for an intimate, acoustic “Bare Bones” show. Critics have called it an outstanding tour de force.
Widely considered one of the most iconic rock musicians in the world, Bryan Adams has countless accolades and awards

Tags: Acoustic, Arts and Culture Centre, Bryan Adams, concert, guitar, live, music, Newfoundland and Labrador, performance, singer-songwriter, St. John's

Dallas Smith – Some Things Never Change

Posted on June 13, 2022
By Dillon Collins
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Dallas Smith reflects on his rock roots and ascension to country music super-stardom ahead of his return to St. John’s on the Some Things Never Change Tour
In 20 years, Dallas Smith has gone from an – admittedly unexpected – platinum selling rocker, to one of Canada’s most in-demand and

Tags: concert, country, Dallas Smith, Default, Mary Brown's Centre, music, rock

LOCAL MUSIC | Rise of the Bucket Truck

Posted on June 6, 2022
By Dillon Collins
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Mike Rowe and Matt Wells dive deep into the unexpected and most excellent return to the stage of local heavy-heavyweights, Bucket Truck
After 15 years, the truck is back on the road! Heavy metal heavyweights reigning from the rugged shores of Newfoundland and Labrador, Bucket Truck are set to make

Tags: Bucket Truck, concert, heavy metal, Iceberg Alley Performance Tent, Matt Wells, Mike Rowe, reunion, Summersault

2022 George Street Festival Lineup Announced

Posted on May 25, 2022
By Dillon Collins
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The lineup has been unveiled for the 2022 edition of the George Street Festival.

Thursday, July 28 – soon to be revealed!
Friday, July 29 – The Tea Party and Sam Roberts Band w/ Women of Rock
Saturday, July 30 – Family-friendly matinee and Kitchen Party with The Masterless

Tags: Alan Doyle, Arkells, Brett Kissel, concert, George Street Festival, Kellie Loder, music, Shanneyganock, The Masterless Men, The Tea Party

Herald’s Q&A | ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons

Posted on May 6, 2022
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
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Rock musician Billy Gibbons of the iconic band ZZ Top talks lingering musical memories, legacies, and the proper hot sauce for a lobster mug-up ahead of their NL rock out
From Gimmie All Your Lovin’ and Sharp Dressed Man to Legs and La Grange, ZZ Top will celebrate 50 years

Tags: Billy Gibbons, concert, Dusty Hill, legend, Mary Brown's Centre, Newfoundland and Labrador, rock, St. John's, tour, ZZ Top

CONCERTS | Chris De Burgh Returns to St. John’s in April

Posted on December 15, 2021
By Dillon Collins
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Worldwide hit maker, Chris de Burgh is excited to once again be returning to one of his favourite countries – Canada! After the many trials of Covid, Chris de Burgh and his Band are proud to announce they will be bringing his The Legend of Robin Hood and Other Hits Tour to St. John’s on

Tags: Chris De Burgh, concert, live music, Mary Brown's Centre, performance, St. John's, tour

CONCERTS | Dave Whitty Announces Tibb’s Eve at The Rockhouse

Posted on November 24, 2021
By Dillon Collins
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Tireless, multi-talented musician Dave Whitty is hitting The Rockhouse for a sure-to-be unmatched night of music and fellowship for his annual Tibb’s Eve Celebration!
“We’re back for Tibbs Eve at The Rockhouse,” Whitty shared via social media. “A Christmas tradition now. Backing band featuring Nick Earle, Daniel George and Peter

Tags: Andrew Rodgers, Christmas, concert, Daniel George, Dave Whitty, holiday, live, music, Nick Earle, Peter Green, St. John's, The Rockhouse, Tibb's Eve

CONCERTS | The Ennis Sisters Announce Christmas Tour

Posted on October 27, 2021
By Dillon Collins
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It wouldn’t be Christmas on The Rock without The Ennis Sisters!

As is tradition, The Ennis Sisters are hitting the road this holiday season for their annual Christmas tour of Newfoundland and Labrador.

“We’re thrilled to announce Christmas with the Ennis Sisters is coming to

Tags: Carbonear, Christmas, Clarenville, concert, Corner Brook, Grand Falls-Windsor, holidays, live music, Newfoundland and Labrador, St. John's, Stephenville, The Ennis Sisters, tour

CONCERTS | James Taylor Announces New St. John’s Date with Jackson Browne

Posted on October 20, 2021
By Dillon Collins
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James Taylor & His All-Star Band have announced a rescheduled St. John’s tour stop, with Jackson Browne replacing Bonnie Raitt on the tour. Details from the recently announced media release below:
For the first time ever, James Taylor & His All-Star Band, with special guest Jackson Browne, will perform together across Canada.

Tags: Bonnie Raitt, concert, Jackson Browne, James Taylor, live music, Mary Brown's Centre, Mile One Centre, music, Newfoundland and Labrador, performance, rescheduled, St. John's