This episode features conversation on road bumps on the path to Mars, mystery signals, and Julie Payette. Check it out for songs by Shipwrecked, Ablebody, Eerie Wanda, and more!
Big Squeeze 2017
Whats better than lemonade? How about lemonade that will support multiple mentoring programs within our community?
The Big Squeeze is a fun day that allows for some friendly competition between businesses as teams that have registered set up their lemonade stand to sell their "secret recipe lemonade" by donation to the community.
This event was created by Big Brothers Big Sisters in 2013 and has exploded! There are over 20 teams spread around Prince George, competing to sell the most lemonade or have the best tasting recipe.
On August 2nd make sure to find your favourite businesses' stand and grab some lemonade!
Athabasca Barnburner
This Thursday head over to Nancy O's to check out Athabasca Barnburner, a band thats not quite rock and not quite folk.
This ‘of old’ trio’s live performance is unforgettable. Inasmuch the unpredictable antics and energy of their frontman embodies a folk Jim Morrison
They turn every dance floor into a full on hootenanny by singings songs of the bible, the bottle, and everything in-between.
There is $5 cover charge and the party starts at 8:30pm
Nice Verdes
Tomorrow, July 25th, you can take in the well-traveled tunes of Nice Verdes at Nancy O's. They have been performing since 2003 have extensively toured Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Europe and Guatemala. Nice Verdes are always on some kind of adventure in search of new inspiration and have studied music along with dance in Cuba, India, West Africa and Colombia. From hiking mountains in the Andes, to gardening in the Mediterranean, or living without electricity in West Africa, Nice Verdes is always after something new.
The music of Nice Verdes is uplifting and sunny original indie world. Inspired by the music’s of the world, they play combinations of Cuban tres, accordions, ukulele, guitar, harmonica and vocals.
This performance has a $5 cover fee and will start at 8pm.
#SisterStreams
First Nations Women Advocating Responsible Mining (FNWARM)
For Full details, check website: www.fnwarm.com
Goal: Working to promote environmentally sound mining exploration and development processes that respect FN's rights and full participation.
August 4, 2017 - Water Solidarity Actions: Remember Mount Polley
Raise Awareness about the Mount Polley Mine disaster, and the lack of justice & protect your own watersheds & values for clean water.
For Additional questions please contact: Jacinda Mack, Jacinda.mack@gmail.com
Music on the Mountain
The old cliche “last but not least” most definitely rings true for Music on the Mountain Festival. MoM Fest is one of the last Northern BC festivals of the season and is sure to be a great way to end the summer.
You can check it out from August 18 to the 20 near Fort St James on Stuart Lake, with the lineup including : Carolyn Mark, Doug Koyama, Samson’s Delilah, and Gabriel Palatchi Band .
If you purchase tickets before July 31st a weekend pass goes for $80, and those 12 and under get in for free
For more info on this fantastic festival make sure to check out their website at http://www.momfestival.com/
Brock Paciejewski Live at the Oakroom
Brock Paciejewski is a local singer-song writer who will be performing at the Oakroom on July 28th from 8pm to 10pm.
Paciejewski finds musical inspiration from a wide range of artists such as Corb Lund, the Avett Brothers and the Red Hot Chili Peppers with his songs containing elements of folk, country, bluegrass, and rock.
You will be treated to a mix of original songs as well as covers from some of his favourite musicians. Sit back, relax with a cold drink, and hear some stories that were inspired by life growing up in northern BC.
Omineca Arts Centre Performance
Another show is coming up at Omineca, featuring four artists from across Canada. Ok Vancouver Ok, Ghostly Hounds, Britt AM, and Sean Wesley Wood will be performing on July 27th at 9pm.
Ok Vancouver Ok is a Canadian indie rock band formed in Vancouver B.C. in 2004. Described as "anti-capitalist indie music with an environmental message" they integrate elements of punk, lo-fi, funk, pop, post punk, folk rock, and avant-garde ideas.
Ghostly Hounds, a Montreal-based witch-folk project, combines strings, horns and powerful vocals to create a dark, jazzy sound, accompanied by an eclectic mix of instrumentation
From Prince George, Britt AM delivers a gripping set, twisting and manipulating the signal of her guitar with loop and effect pedals, to create rhythmic, riff-based songs with barbed hooks and experiential messages.
Sean Wesley Wood, originally from Vancouver, has been writing songs and performing around Prince George since 2005. This indie folk artist's distinctive vocal style and experience makes his shows stand out from the crowd.
The cover is only $10 to see all four of these awesome performers!
Robson Valley Music Festival
If you head down past McBride between August 11th and the 13th you might hear some music you weren’t expecting. Robson Valley Music festival is taking over Dunster, BC for a weekend of art, entertainment, and adventure.
Experience performances by the likes of Warless, The Moulettes, Mob Bounce, and many others, along with multiple different workshops and visual artists.
When purchased online weekend passes are: $150 for Adults, and $80 for Youths or Seniors.
Festival Gate opens at 4pm on Friday, Ticket Gate opens at 12pm
Don't miss out on the opportunity for amazing live entertainment, in one of the most pristine environments in the west!