2010 ARTIST LINEUP
Friday July 16
North County Blues Revue @ 3pm, Friday
Your Festival hosts Peggy and Ken are joined by Loyal Blues Fellowship friends to bring a blend of old blues standards and original songs with an intriguing mix of vocal harmonies and instrumentals to kick off the festival.Gentlemens’ Club @ 4pm, Friday
Returning again this year, this young group sure know how to mix it up. Josh Mayo on Lead Guitar and Vocals, will bring you an exciting set of originals and some rockin’ blues.Roy Bordon Jr. @ 5pm, Friday
Singer, song writer and front man of "THIRD ELEMENT" Roy J. Borden(aka ROY3RD), son of Nashville recording artists Roy & Nancy B. of "SOUTHBOUND" Roy grew up the sounds of Blue grass, Country, 50\'s, Modern, Classic Rock, Blues, Celtic, Traditional and Heavy Metal music. A phenomenal performer, who’s styling’s reflect a maturity far beyond his years, Roy returns this year with some special blues selections for our audience.Bloodshot Blues Band @ 6pm, Friday
This band started out as a jam session, by the end of the day, it had turned into a band. Father and son team Don Dore (rhythm guitar) and Shawn Dore (lead guitar, Vocals) lead the band in a high energy, eclectic sound that will have you just a little breathless! With Sandy Sweet on Bass and Ben Mahaffey on Percussion, these musicians believe in playing with passion and soul.Jessie Roper @7pm, Friday
We welcome Jessie from Victoria BC, where he and his band “The Roper Show” have gained a huge following. Jessie is brimming with excitement for this show, and he hopes to ‘break-out’ in Ontario, so be prepared to be wowed, as he plans to leave his audience wanting more.Mark Taylor @ 8pm, Friday
Marks outstanding and authentic Blues/Roots style will excite and entertain you. He performs with an amazing amount of energy, and a powerful stage presence that continues to inspire and impress his audiences.Tony Silvestri Band @ 9pm, Friday
This rising star has been busy playing all over the province. Recently the band opened for Johnny Winter, and performed at Peterborough’s Festival of Lights to a crowd of thousands. We are thrilled to have them back again this year, and excited to see what new tricks they have up their sleeves.
Matt Smith Trio @10pm, Friday
This Belleville, Ontario multi-instrumentalist regularly thrills audiences with his unique blend of blues standards and originals.
Matt's vocal styling’s always cut to the core of the lyric with sincerity and purity of tone. His acoustic and electric slide guitar works, as well as his mandolin playing are inarguably world class. His adeptness in a variety of acoustic guitar styles in addition to his abilities in finger style and flat picked guitar are that of a dedicated and intuitive musician and the list goes on to include 5-string banjo as well as a traditional Greek instrument, the Baglamas. Whether it's as a single entertainer on acoustic guitar, National steel guitar, mandolin and harmonica or, as a sideman for some of Canada's foremost entertainers, Matt is always sure to thrill his listeners. Matt was chosen to compete as representative of the Loyal Blues Fellowship at the 2010 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN.Saturday, July 17
Joe & Co. @11am, Saturday
We invited some old friends from the Belleville area to come back again and bring you an exciting variety of blues. Featuring the Fellowship’s own Joe Callahan on lead vocals, this group is sure to start Saturday off right!Louise Ford @ 11am Saturday, Family Workshop
Louise is a songwriter, teacher, performer and longtime friend of the Fellowship. She is hosting a family and childrens workshop.Tore Down @ 12 noon, Saturday
Rick Cooke (lead vocals, Harmonica) Chris Georgio (Drums), Mike Acerra (Bass) and Ron Nicholas (Guitar). Powerful electric blues with a great amplified harmonica sound.Time Line @ 1pm, Saturday
One of Belleville’s most popular bands, TimeLine returns bringing their own unique mix of 60s, 70s, and 80s classic rock, vintage blues and a little jazz. Lead vocalist Lorri Taylor is a powerful singer with a bluesy vocal style, who brings a cool energy to contemporary jazz/blues ballads.Gatordun Band @ 2pm, Saturday
Featuring some “Raw” and “Rare” blues cuts from these Hill Country Musicians, just returned from “Stompin’ in theWoods”Andy Forgie: @ 2pm Saturday, Family Workshop
1000 Pounds of Sound @ 3pm, Saturday
Reif Spano is returning again this year from Ottawa with a powerful band to rock your socks off! Expect some soulful renditions of ‘Jimmy’ to stir you deep into your bones.Bad Poetry Blues Band @4pm, Saturday
These boys from Campbellford collectively span nearly 3 decades of musical influences. Long time friends The band brings an eclectic mix of blues, rock, R & B and originals, to get the dance floor hoppin’.Erin McCallum Band @ 5:15, Saturday
When Erin first heard Big Mama Thornton’s ‘Hound Dog’, she sensed something special. She heard a sound and delivery that she identified with immediately, and continues to channel both in the studio and live performances. A relative newcomer to the scene, Erin has just released her third CD entitled “Common Ground” With her strong vocals front and centre, Trevor Mackenzie’s first-rate guitar serving as the soloing focal point, Ron Lombard on Bass, and Joe Pace on Drums, this band will deliver! Great things are on the horizon for them!Charly Chiarelli: @ 6pm Saturday, Family Workshop
Julian Fauth @ 7:15, Saturday
Julian has an extensive background of musical history. Winner of two Juno Awards, this amazing piano player will thrill you with his ‘barrelhouse blues’. This hard working Toronto musician plays 8 gigs a week regularly, and can be found in many of the major blues clubs in the city, and festivals all over the country!Susan Wylde and the Wylde-child Blues Band @ 8:45, Saturday
Jack DeKeyzer Band @ 10:15, Saturday
Susan is a vocalist/songwriter/pianist who has lived and/or performed in such culturally rich locations as Europe, Thailand, Hawaii, Japan and Cuba, USA, Canada, China, Bahamas. A classically trained pianist and a graduate of the Western Conservatory of Music, Susan's soulful voice, insightful lyrics and unique arrangements "satisfy the senses". Recently Susan has recorded with Jack DeKeyzer, and features these new songs on her page on MySpace. Susan is the Creator, producer and artistic director for Goddess Charity Events. These events have raised thousands of dollars for women’s and children’s shelters and have helped World Vision and several environmental charities.
Canadian Blues Icon, Jack DeKeyzer is a multiple Juno (Canada's Grammy) winner with 7 Maple Blues awards as artist, blues guitarist, singer, song writer and producer. He is considered one of the finest blues guitarists working today. The British born, Canadian resident’s career has spanned over three decades. DeKeyzer has released 7 CD's and 1 DVD and appeared as a session guitarist on hundreds of recordings. He performs across Canada and internationally (US, Mexico, France, Portugal, Greece) over 150 shows per year. This highly acclaimed artist is a masterful, electric blues guitarist, soulful singer and song writer of the first order.
Sunday, July 18
Bim Ingersoll @ 10am, Sunday
“Bim” Turner Ingersoll enlightens and delights his audiences with his Ministry through Music. An accomplished musician and Minister of God, originally from Grand Manon Island, in the Bay of Fundy, New Brunswick, Bim has a long history of involvement with Youth Ministries. His outstanding personality and humor will bring a smile to your face, and his music will leave a message to your heart.Danny Brooks and the Rockin’ Revelators @ 11:30am, Sunday
Canceled Due to a tempory health issue, Danny Brooks has had to cancel his upcoming appearance on Sunday July 18 at the festival. We wish Danny all the best for a speedy recovery. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Adjustments in Sunday's lineup will be announced soon!Harmony Workshop with Georgette Fry @ 1pm, Sunday
We are thrilled to have Multiple Award Winner Georgette Fry returning to the festival this year. Spearheading 5 chapters of her “Shout Sister Choir”, she will attempt to take the entire audience and lead us in harmony as a primer for the Choir’s performance!Shout Sister Choir @ 1:40pm Sunday
Kingston's favorite blues and jazz lady, Juno nominee Georgette Fry formed a female choir in Kingston in September 2002. Originally named "That Choir", Georgette renamed the choir "Shout Sister!" to reflect the joyful intensity that the choir exudes in their performances. In December 2005 a Picton chapter was formed, and the Brockville chapter formed in March 2006. The newest chapters formed in Ottawa Centre in November 2009, followed by Ottawa W. and Belleville in February, 2010. Public performance was not an original intention for the choir, but demand has taken them to a number of venues. They have appeared on the Vinyl Café's Christmas show in Kingston, for Stephen Lewis during his speaking tour, for Tom Jackson's food bank tour, the Kingston Blues Festival, and in December 2008 they opened for the world famous "Nylons". They take their practices to area senior's facilities throughout the year. This is in addition to their annual performances in June. Last year 48 members of the Choir performed for us here at the festival to the delight of our audience!
Tim Campbell & Rett Wills @ 3pm, Sunday
Local Belleville Entertainers and long time friend’s team up to delivery some great blues for us on the stage! Featuring Tim Campbell and his phenomenal slide skills on the electric guitar as well Rett Wills’s amazing finger-style workings, these two musicians are a delight to watch!
Georgette Fry @ 4pm, Sunday
Georgette and her band put on an entertaining show, full of great music. This multi-award winning blues artist, has a great jazzy style, exceptional blues covers and fantastic original songs, Georgette is a favorite at the festival, and we are pleased to have both Georgette and her fantastic band back to perform for you this year!Ila Vann Band @ 6pm, Sunday
An amazing talent, we have invited Ila back by special request from last year’s audience! Ila Vann is the kind of performer you never forget. Bubbling with energy and full of life, she has been performing since her mother brought her on tour with legendary Mahalia Jackson. She eventually found her way to radio and signed a recording contract with the pop music label Liberty Records. Ila has enjoyed a long career in the
R & B industry and toured extensively with her band “Business before Pleasure”. Born in New Jersey, USA, Ila started her singing career as a child, and has performed professionally for over 60 years. Ila is backed up by an amazing array of talented musicians, and she makes sure they know who the boss is! (link to an interview “Ila’s Soul” on You Tube).