Friday the 13th at RBC Ottawa Bluesfest. Day 8 had mostly a country and rock vibe at the City Stage and EDM at the Blacksheep Stage which was presented by Deadbeats. Began by checking out this hip-hop artist named BLACK IRI$H. Sturgill Simpson was all American Country at the City Stage. Grandtheft was insane and …
I didn’t want to miss out this show at Babylon Nightclub on July 12, 2018! After a meh night at Bluesfest, headed to a loud ear ’til you blow punk rock show presented by Ottawa Explosion! It’s been so long since I last saw Metz perform. Great way for them to play since 2/3 of …
Day 7 of RBC Ottawa Bluesfest was kind of “Huh” night. Having Blue Rodeo as the headliner and Naughty by Nature opening up for them. Originally Shaggy was supposed to headline but he had to pull out probably to do more promo work with Sting on the duet album “44/876”. Quoting Blue Rodeo’s Jim Cuddy, …
The day after the big night with Foo Fighters. Attedance levels went back to normal on Day 6 of RBC Ottawa Bluesfest. Started off at the Claridge Homes stage with Ottawa singer Andrew Waines. Great young up and coming singer, did a mix of cover and original pop/dance/soul music. One man artist The Suitcase Junket …
After a break on Monday, RBC Ottawa Bluesfest picked up full stream to what was the busiest nights. So busy that it was literally sold out for Foo Fighters! What a show it was! At least I got to hear Learn to Fly, My Hero and Monkey Wrench! The wonderful Catriona Sturton started off the …
Have a listen to the July 9, 2018 edition of No Filter on CHUO 89.1 FM. Part two of Ottawa Bluesfest coverage, the festival runs until July 15th. Made some picks of who to see at the festival. Click here for the schedule. HOUR ONE: HOUR TWO: PLAYLIST: Catriona Sturton – North Window M. Ward …
Day 4 of RBC Ottawa Bluesfest was a hot one weather wise. Performing on July 8th were: Tara Shannon Alanna Sterling & The Silvers Cody Coyote Graven Larkin Poe. They were the surprise standouts and totally rocked it at the Claridge Homes Stage. Who knew they are descendants to Edgar Allan Poe. Amos the Transparent …
It was a big day for RBC Ottawa Bluesfest for July 7, 2018. Started off the day with Andrew Cassara on the City Stage. Caught Drone-Chamber act mal/aimé at the Barney Danson Theatre The Angelina Hunter Trio at the Claridge Homes Stage. JENNA Nation at the City Stage. Had that 90s R&B Pop sound. Kimberly …
It was breezy cool day 2 at RBC Ottawa Bluesfest for July 6, 2018. Here was who I saw on the second night. Definitely a nostalgia vibe for those living in 1997-1998 with Hanson. Performing hits like Where’s The Love and of course Mmmbop. They still got a solid fanbase for those that could make …
It’s that time during July where Ottawa kicks off its 10-day music festival which is RBC Ottawa Bluesfest. Here was who I saw on the first night. Jupiter & Okwess kicked off the festival at the main stage with their blend of World music. Caught a song from the Bank Street Bonbons Okies got things …