Artists – Mud City Meltdown

Sacrifice

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 15:00:25 +0000

Sacrifice is a Canadian thrash metal band originating from Scarborough, Ontario. The band was formed by guitarists Rob Urbinati and Joe Rico in 1983 and is rounded out by bassist Scott Watts and drummer Gus Pynn. Sacrifice played a prominent role in the 1980s underground metal scene in Toronto, and along with Voivod, Razor and Annihilator, is considered one of the “Big 4” of Canadian thrash metal. The band released four studio albums on Diabolic Force (Canada)/Metal Blade (USA) /Roadrunner Records (Europe) before parting ways in 1993. After coming back together to play a reunion concert in 2006, the quartet released their fifth studio album The Ones I Condemn in 2009. Since reforming, Sacrifice has played a number of big international festivals, including Germany’s Keep it True, Ai-Apeac in Peru, Maryland Death Fest in the United States and both the 2012 and 2018 editions of Japan’s True Thrash Festival, amongst others. Their headline appearance at this year’s Mud City Meltdown in Moncton will be their first Maritimes appearance in over 27 years.

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The Sadies

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 00:31:26 +0000

Matt Andersen

Wed, 06 Jun 2018 00:35:38 +0000

With over 10 million views on YouTube, two European Blues Awards, and winning Best Solo Performer at the Memphis Blues Challenge, it appears that the entire world is now discovering Matt Andersen. A powerhouse performer with a giant soul-filled voice and commanding stage presence, Matt has built a formidable following the old fashioned way – touring worldwide and letting the converted audiences and Andersen devotees spread his reputation through word of mouth. In addition to headlining major festivals, clubs and theatres throughout North America, Europe and Australia, he has shared the stage and toured with Bo Diddley, Buddy Guy, Greg Allman, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Randy Bachman, Little Feat, Jonny Lang, Serena Ryder, and more. Andersen has won the 2013 and 2016 European Blues Award for Best Solo/Acoustic Act, three Maple Blues Awards in 2012, and nabbed him 2010 International Blues Challenge in Memphis. Since the release of Weightless in early 2014, Andersen has received a JUNO nomination for Roots & Traditional Album of the Year, a CIMA Road Gold award, and six Maple Blues Awards for Male Vocalist of the Year.

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Steve Hill

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 18:07:12 +0000

2015 JUNO AWARD WINNER FOR BLUES ALBUM OF THE YEAR, 2015 MAPLE BLUES AWARD WINNER FOR ELECTRIC ACT OF THE YEAR, GUITARIST OF THE YEAR, RECORDING/PRODUCER OF THE YEAR AND ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR

When it comes to one-man bands, guitarist and singer extraordinaire Steve Hill has no limits. The truest definition of a one-man band; Hill performs standing up while singing and playing guitar, his feet playing bass drum, snare drum, hi-hats and with a drum stick fused to the head of his trusty guitar, any other percussion within reach.

An overnight sensation 20 years in the making, Steve Hill is an ambitious and raucous force to be reckoned with on the Canadian and international blues-rock scene. “The one-man band style has made him the top star in the Canadian blues scene right now.” (Bob Mersereau, CBC) Hill’s reputation as an exciting performer has provided him the opportunity to showcase his talents at some of Canada’s biggest music festivals including the Montreal Jazz Festival, Ottawa Blues Festival, Mont Tremblant International Blues Festival, Thunder Bay Blues Festival, Kitchener Blues Festival and more.

Steve Hill is clearly in his element as a solo artist and one-man band, inviting listeners into a world of musical madness in the form of blues and rock ‘n’ roll.

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Mountain Dust

Mon, 04 Jun 2018 00:32:58 +0000

Caroline Savoie

Tue, 22 May 2018 00:37:48 +0000

23-year old Acadian artist Caroline Savoie seduces you with the warmth of her powerful voice, her distinctive tone and timbre, her great vocal control, and her disarming naturalness that are all part of her unique signature.

Since her music scene debut in 2011, the young singer-songwriter has had an impressive track record, including two acclaimed EPs and performing more than three hundred shows spanning several Canadian provinces, the United States, Belgium and France.

She recently took home top honors at the prestigious Festival international de la chanson de Granby (47th edition, 2015). Along with being crowned overall winner, she took home more than 15 awards, including the coveted SOCAN Best Song Award (for her song Y’en aura), the Yves-Gagnon Public Award, and the Jacques-Cossette Press Award.

Caroline recently launched her first full album in September 2016. The album was produced by 10 time Grammy Award winner Jay Newland (Norah Jones, Eric Clapton, Paul Simon …) at Carriage House Studios in Stamford, Connecticut (October 2015).

Pop star Mika has said of her: “Caroline has a rather peculiar effect on me. Before she sings, I’m like an icicle. And when she sings, I start to melt”.

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Which Witch is Which

Mon, 21 May 2018 00:34:01 +0000

Kendra Gale Band

Fri, 11 May 2018 00:36:35 +0000

The Kendra Gale Band, based out of Southern New Brunswick, have been kicking and screaming their way around the Atlantic Provinces, Quebec and Ontario playing house concerts, night clubs, showcases and festival stages for the last 4 years. This dynamic and diverse Blues/Rock duo packs a punch! Kendra Gale’s full and powerful vocals and riffy guitar style is driven by Warren Beatteay’s hard hitting, groove based drums that combine to project a full sound while playing their own style of Rockin’ music. It’s a sound that’s gained them no shortage of fans and accolades across the province and country, including two nominations for ECMA Blues Album of the Year, and a CBC Galaxie Rising Star Award at the Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival.

St. Andrews born and raised, Kendra’s genius lies in the way she can stand her own whether she’s leading a small jam circle or taking charge onstage at a packed venue. Her powerful pipes and unique style make every song she belts out her own, from covering fellow female rock leads like Grace Potter or pop stars like Rihanna and Britney Spears . But her stand out performances are always the ones she crafts herself, drawing so deep into her personal experiences that you can’t help but feel them in your bones. Kendra’s artistic talents don’t end with her music. She is the creative force behind many aspects of the band, including the stop motion claymation zombie themed video to the song By Your Side from the album Carousel. Her passion, creativity and incredible voice make her a must see performer no matter where she goes.

Warren Beatteay, who often refers to himself as “The Band” in this dynamic duo, is no stranger to the stage. Whether behind a drum set or backstage, he has been part of the scene in the Saint John area and the Maritimes for over 25 years. Predominantly playing in well known cover based bands throughout his drumming career, Warren has also been lucky to play with original based projects such as the Steve McQueen Band, Steve Zaat, Zany Lane and continues to work with the blues/rock based group the Generators. He has also had the privilege of subbing in for other well known blues or rock bands over the years. With a love of funk, R&B, rock and blues, his musical influences and drumming style seems to fit effortlessly with Kendra’s original ideas bringing an additional edge to her material.

“Kicking and Screaming” is not only the 3rd Kendra Gale Band CD, but it marks the first project the two have played on together. All 16 original tracks were recorded live off the floor at Lakewind Sound Studios in Sydney Cape Breton with very little in the way of overdubs or effects. Kendra and Warren wanted to do their best to capture what fans will experience when they perform live. They hope you enjoy it!

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Piss Horse

Tue, 08 May 2018 01:29:25 +0000

Spew

Mon, 07 May 2018 01:31:28 +0000