Category Archives: Music-Blues

What happened in 2019

Posted on January 2, 2020 by Editor1

Here’s 2019 at Artword Artbar in review. Thanks to all the wonderful performers and audiences. The performers represented in this video are not, by any means, all! There were nights when I was just too busy to take photos.  

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Diana Braithwaite & Chris Whiteley, cd release, Fri Nov 1

Posted on September 10, 2019 by Editor

Friday November 1, 2019, at 8 pm. Tickets $20. To reserve tickets (and seating), call 905-543-8512, or  Book online   Two of our favourite performers, vocalist Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley (guitar, trumpet) are returning to Artword Artbar with a … Continue reading →

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Stuart Laughton’s Radio Dial, Fri Oct 25

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Editor

Friday October 25, 2019, at 8 pm $15. To reserve tickets (and seating), call 905-543-8512, or  Book online Stuart Laughton brings us another edition of Radio Dial for our 10th Anniversary season. Always wonderful, always full of surprises. Special guest … Continue reading →

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The Amy Project, stories/songs of Amy Winehouse, Fri Oct 18

Posted on August 29, 2019 by Editor

Friday October 18, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve tickets (and seating), call 905-543-8512, or  Book online   The Amy Project returns to Artword Artbar! The show is a musical and storied journey outlining the short but tragic life … Continue reading →

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Leonard, Burns & Dell, + Hogan, Sun Oct 6 at 8 pm

Posted on August 20, 2019 by Editor

Sunday October 6, 2019, 8-10 pm. A special concert. $15 door, $10 adv. To reserve tickets (and seating) call 905-543-8512, or,  Book online Alison Hogan is a veteran west coast singer/songwriter who started out in Vancouver clubs and coffeehouses in … Continue reading →

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Beg To Differ Quartet, Supercrawl Weekend, Fri Sept 13, 9:15 pm

Posted on August 2, 2019 by Editor

Friday September 13, 2019, at 9:15 pm, tip jar. Supercrawl Weekend. An Artbar favourite, Beg To Differ Quartet, are back with a special late concert. Tim Ninehouse on keyboards, vocals; Doug Sikma on guitar; Steve Foster on drums and new … Continue reading →

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Singer-songwriter Bonnie Hamilton, special show, Wed Jul 31

Posted on June 29, 2019 by Editor

Wednesday July 31, 2019, at 8 pm, $25. Reservations a must! Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Bonnie & The Midnight Daydream Presents: “When Stars Collide”. A special concert by singer-songwriter Bonnie Hamilton: “Bonnie’s Birthday & Album Release”. Bonnie Hamilton & … Continue reading →

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New Orleans jazz with Red Hot Ramble, Sat June 8

Posted on May 7, 2019 by Editor

Saturday June 8, 2019, 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online   A return visit! New Orleans-style jazz with Red Hot Ramble: Roberta Hunt  lead vocals, piano; Jamie Stager vocals, trombone; Jacek “Jack” Zorawski vocals, acoustic bass; Glenn Anderson vocals, … Continue reading →

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David Essig returns! Thurs May 2

Posted on March 20, 2019 by Editor

Thursday May 2, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online The wonderful David Essig returns to Artword on his “short and sweet spring tour – it’s a good chance to catch up with dear friends … Continue reading →

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Special concert: The Sinners Choir, Sat Apr 27

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Editor

Saturday April 27, 2019, at 8 pm, $15.00. Nearly sold out. For ticket info, email Trevor Powell <trevpowell16@gmail.com> A special concert: Tracey and Trevor Powell present The Sinners Choir, a trio comprised of three generations of seasoned Toronto sidemen: bassist … Continue reading →

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Surefire Sweat: jazz, funk, world rhythms, Sat April 13

Posted on March 8, 2019 by Editor

Saturday April 13, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online Surefire Sweat‘s debut appearance at Artword Artbar features the group’s inventive blend of jazz, funk and worldly rhythms. Players are: Dave Chan percussion, vocals; Larry Graves drums, … Continue reading →

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Stuart Laughton’s Radio Dial, back! Fri April 12

Posted on March 7, 2019 by Editor

Friday April 12, 2019, at 8 pm $15. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online Stuart Laughton brings us another edition of Radio Dial. Always wonderful, always full of surprises. Stuart writes “Stuart Laughton’s RADIO DIAL is back with more great musicianship … Continue reading →

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Beg to Differ Quartet, Sat March 9, at 9 pm

Posted on January 16, 2019 by Editor

Saturday March 9, 2019, at 9:00 pm, $10. An Artbar favourite, Beg To Differ Quartet, are back with a special late concert. Tim Ninehouse on keyboards, vocals; Doug Sikma on guitar; Steve Foster on drums and new member Ryan Ethier … Continue reading →

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The Amy Project, stories/songs of Amy Winehouse, Fri March 1

Posted on January 7, 2019 by Editor

Friday March 1, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. Online ticketing closed. Call 905-543-8512 or 905-912-9083 for ticket availability. Amy Project returns to Artword Artbar! The show is a musical and storied journey outlining the short but tragic life of Amy … Continue reading →

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Diana Braithwaite & Chris Whiteley “Morning Sun” Black History Month, Fri Feb 15, 2019

Posted on January 3, 2019 by Editor

Friday February 15, 2019, at 8 pm. $15 advance, $20 door. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online   The wonderful blues/gospel duo Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley are bringing us a very special show: “Morning Sun” – a celebration in song for … Continue reading →

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Stuart Laughton’s Radio Dial, new edition, Fri Nov 9

Posted on October 3, 2018 by Editor

Friday, November 9, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online   Stuart Laughton‘s Radio Dial fall 2018 edition! Radio Dial is currently celebrating 5 years together and their 75th show. The November 9 lineup will feature Rebecca Campbell … Continue reading →

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Folk-blues duo Jennis, Fri Nov 2

Posted on September 30, 2018 by Editor

Friday November 2, 2018, at 8 pm. FREE! No cover! Call 905-543-8512 to reserve seating. Back with a video shoot show: Jennis. Guelph-based Dennis Gaumond’s original blues and folk with the diverse musical experiences of Toronto multi-instrumentalist Jen Gillmor. The … Continue reading →

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Stuart Laughton’s Radio Dial, Sat June 2

Posted on May 8, 2018 by Editor

Saturday June 2, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Stuart Laughton‘s wonderful show Radio Dial is back. Multi-instrumentalist Stuart Laughton and his merry band Rebecca Campbell (vocals), Martin Worthy (drums), Burke Carroll (pedal steel) … Continue reading →

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Blues with Morgan Davis, Fri June 1

Posted on May 7, 2018 by Editor

Friday June 1, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Blues with the one and only Morgan Davis. For 45 years Morgan Davis has been on the road travelling across Canada, the United States and … Continue reading →

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The Amy Project, stories/songs of Amy Winehouse, Fri May 25

Posted on April 20, 2018 by Editor

Friday May 25, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online The Amy Project is a musical and storied journey outlining the short but tragic life of Amy Winehouse, the late British soul, blues and jazz … Continue reading →

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Jennis: Jen Gillmor and Dennis Gaumond, folk-blues, Fri May 18

Posted on April 17, 2018 by Editor

Friday May 18, 2018, at 8 pm. $10. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online A return visit from an Artword Artbar favourite: Jennis. Guelph-based Dennis Gaumond’s original blues and folk with the diverse musical experiences of Toronto multi-instrumentalist Jen Gillmor. The … Continue reading →

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Andre Bisson Acoustic Show, Sat May 5

Posted on April 8, 2018 by Editor

Saturday May 5, 2018, $15 advance, $20 door. Andre Bisson Acoustic Show Advance ticket site: www.ticketscene.ca/events/20501/ An evening of original acoustic music with heavy influences in soul, blues & roots, and gospel, performed by a unique group of 8 talented … Continue reading →

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Berman Billings, folk blues w. Matt Berman & Jonathan Billings, Fri Apr 20

Posted on March 19, 2018 by Editor

Friday April 20, 2018, at 8 pm, $5. Berman Billings is a new project featuring Matt Berman (Must Stash Hat) and Jonathan Billings (Jonathan Billings Band). It’s a mix of acoustic guitars and pedal steel with vocal harmonies. Matt Berman … Continue reading →

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Wayne Krawchuk, Sat Mar 10 (8 pm SOLD OUT) + Sun Mar 11 (7:30 SOLD OUT)

Posted on February 6, 2018 by Editor

Saturday March 10, 2018, at 8:00 pm, $15. SOLD OUT. Sun March 11 at 7:30 pm. SOLD OUT For info, call 905-543-8512. Folk-roots singer-songwriter Wayne Krawchuk launches his new CD Love Hopped a Train with a special concert at Artword … Continue reading →

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The Kirkendolls, jazzy blues and more, Sat Feb 24

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Editor

Saturday Feb 24, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. A return visit by The Kirkendolls, a local band led by Mark Caruana on vocals and guitar, with Tom Shea on bass, Jamie Shea on guitar, and Mario Laquintana on drums. They … Continue reading →

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The North Enders, Charly Chiarelli, Ron Weihs, Venesio deSalvo, Sat Feb 17

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Editor

Saturday February 17, 2018, 8 pm, $10. The North Enders features Charly Chiarelli on harmonica and vocals, Ron Weihs on fiddle and guitar, and Venesio DeSalvo on guitar. They will perform a variety of music from jazz and blues to rock … Continue reading →

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Jennis: Dennis Gaumond & Jen Gillmor, folk-blues, Fri Nov 10

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Editor

Friday November 10, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Back at Artword Artbar! Jennis, the delightful folk-blues duo.  Jennis brings together Guelph-based Dennis Gaumond’s original blues and folk with the diverse musical experiences of Toronto multi-instrumentalist Jen Gillmor. The unique blend … Continue reading →

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Cootes Paradise six-member roots band, Fri Nov. 3

Posted on October 7, 2017 by Editor

Friday November 3, 2017, 8 pm, $15. Reserve 905-543-8512 or  Book online. The powerhouse band of familiar faces returns to Artword Artbar: Cootes Paradise, a collective of six musicians who chose to play together, combining their many talents. Their music … Continue reading →

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RADIO Dial Trio (Stuart Laughton, Rebecca Campbell, Martin Worthy), Thurs Nov. 2

Posted on October 6, 2017 by Editor

Thursday November 2, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Stuart Laughton’s RADIO DIAL band performs for the first time as an acoustic trio. Stuart Laughton (vocals + many instruments), Rebecca Campbell (vocals) and Martin Worthy (guitar, drums, vocals) bring you an … Continue reading →

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BLUES: The Mike Almas Blues Band, Fri Oct 20

Posted on September 18, 2017 by Editor

Friday October 20, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Reserve 905-543-8512 or  Book online. An evening of original blues with Mike Almas and his wonderful Mike Almas Blues Band. Mike is a well known and respected songwriter, guitarist, and performer in … Continue reading →

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Jazz duo Beats Workin’: David Hurley + Charly Chiarelli, Wed Oct 11

Posted on September 10, 2017 by Editor

Wednesday October 11, 2017, 8 pm. $10. Beats Workin’, a duo from Kingston, returns to Artword. David Hurley on seven-string guitar and vocals and Charly Chiarelli on harmonica and vocals. They perform a variety of music from jazz, blues, rock … Continue reading →

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Chicken-Like Birds, country blues, ragtime, swing, Sun Oct 1, 7:30

Posted on August 19, 2017 by Editor

Sunday, October 1, 2017, at 7:30 pm, $10. Special show from BC! Country blues, ragtime and swing, by duo Jasmin Frederickson and Ari Lantela, a duo recommended to us by our friends near Salmon Arm, BC. “Chicken-Like Birds is the … Continue reading →

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The North Enders: Charly Chiarelli, Venesio DeSalvo, Ron Weihs, Thurs Sept 14

Posted on August 4, 2017 by Editor

Thursday September 14, 2017, 8 pm. $10. The North Enders features Charly Chiarelli on harmonica and vocals. Charly has recruited his Hamilton pals Venesio DeSalvo on guitar and Ron Weihs on fiddle.  They will perform a variety of music from … Continue reading →

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Blue Moon Marquee, gypsy blues jazz, Sat July 15

Posted on June 9, 2017 by Editor

Saturday July 15, 2017, at 8 pm, $15/$10. Gypsy-blues jazz duo Blue Moon Marquee (A.W. Cardinal guitar, vocals and Jasmine Colette upright bass, percussion, vocals) are swinging by Artword Artbar! This authentic duo writes and performs original compositions influenced by … Continue reading →

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Jazzy blues & more, The Kirkendolls, Fri June 16

Posted on May 18, 2017 by Editor

Friday June 16, 2017, at 8 pm, $10/ pwyc. A return visit by The Kirkendolls, a new local band: Mark Caruana on vocals and guitar, Tom Shea on bass, Jamie Shea on guitar, and Mario Laquintana on drums. The music … Continue reading →

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CONCERT: Cootes Paradise, Fri June 9

Posted on May 16, 2017 by Editor

Friday June 9, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Reserve 905-543-8512 or  Book online The powerhouse band of familiar faces returns to Artword Artbar: Cootes Paradise, a collective of six musicians who chose to play together, combining their many talents. Their … Continue reading →

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Beats Workin’ duo David Hurley & Charly Chiarelli, Thurs June 1

Posted on May 4, 2017 by Editor

Thursday June 1, 2017, 8 pm. $10. Beats Workin’ is a duo from Kingston: David Hurley on seven-string guitar and vocals and Charly Chiarelli on harmonica and vocals. They perform a variety of music from jazz, blues, rock and original. … Continue reading →

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BLUES: The Mike Almas Blues Band, Fri May 26

Posted on April 29, 2017 by Editor

Friday May 26, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. To reserve call 905-543-8512, or Book online An evening of original blues with Mike Almas and his wonderful Mike Almas Blues Band. Mike is a well known and respected songwriter, guitarist, and … Continue reading →

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Singer-songwriters Gina Horswood & Karen Morand, Wed Apr 26

Posted on March 17, 2017 by Editor

Wednesday, April 26, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Singer-songwriters Karen Morand, from Windsor, and Gina Horswood, on tour from Australia, are coming to Artword Artbar on their Ontario tour. Gina and Karen are not just a couple of chicks playing … Continue reading →

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Beg To Differ, special concert for Good Friday, April 14

Posted on March 9, 2017 by Editor

Friday April 14, 2017, at 8 pm, $tba. Beg To Differ Trio present a special Good Friday concert. Tim Ninehouse on keyboards, vocals; Doug Sikma on guitar; Steve Foster on drums. Unique renditions of blues, jazz and funk songs, drawing … Continue reading →

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Em & Joss (Emily Kemp & Jocelyn Russell vocal duo), Sat Apr 1

Posted on March 1, 2017 by Editor

Saturday April 1, 2017, at 8 pm. $10. The powerhouse vocal duo Em & Joss (Emily Kemp and Jocelyn Russell) sing a wide variety of genres, including rock, jazz, pop, folk and blues, with some originals in the mix. Their … Continue reading →

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Jennis: Dennis Gaumond & Jen Gillmor, folk-blues, Sat March 25

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Editor

Saturday March 25, 2017, at 8 pm, $10.  Back at Artword Artbar! The wonderful  folk-blues duo Jennis.  Jennis brings together award-winning Guelph-based Dennis Gaumond‘s decades of experience writing and performing original blues and folk and the diverse musical experiences of … Continue reading →

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Two Bands! Rock and blues! Fri March 10

Posted on February 2, 2017 by Editor

Friday March 10, 2017, 8 pm, Art Crawl tip jar. A lively busy Friday night at Artword Artbar. Joey DePaiva, bass, and Shelby Crego, guitar, are bringing two bands from Mohawk Music, playing mostly rock and blues. One long set … Continue reading →

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CONCERT: Cootes Paradise, Sat March 4, 2017

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Editor

Saturday March 4, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Reserve 905-543-8512 or  Book online A new powerhouse band of familiar faces: Cootes Paradise, a collective of six musicians who chose to play together, combining their many talents. Their music is roots-based: … Continue reading →

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Jazzy blues w. the Kirkendolls, Fri Feb 17, 2017

Posted on January 4, 2017 by Editor

Friday February 17, 2017, at 8 pm, cover pwyc. The Kirkendolls, a new local band: Mark Caruana on vocals and guitar, Tom Shea on bass, Jamie Shea on guitar, and Mario Laquintana on drums. The music is a mix of … Continue reading →

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Beg To Differ Trio, Sat Feb 11, 2017

Posted on January 4, 2017 by Editor

Saturday February 11, 2017, 8 pm, tip jar. An Artword favourite, the high-energy Beg To Differ Trio playing blues / jazz / funk — Tim Ninehouse on keyboards, vocals; Doug Sikma on guitar; Steve Foster on drums. Unique renditions of … Continue reading →

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CONCERT: Stuart Laughton, and Radio Dial, Fri Feb 3, 2017

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Editor

Friday February 3, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Reserve 905-543-8512 0r  Book online Stuart Laughton is back with his wonderful Radio Dial show, and lots of new material. The lineup for Feb 3 includes Rebecca Campbell (guitar/vocals), Jim Clayton (piano), … Continue reading →

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The Distillery Blues Trio + Ginger St. James, Thurs Feb 2, 2017

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Editor

Thursday February 2, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. The Distillery is a blues trio from Toronto: Chloe Watkinson vocals, Neil Hendry acoustic and electric guitars, Jordan Safer harmonica, keys and lap steel guitar. Special guest Ginger St. James. http://thedistilleryblues.com/ Their … Continue reading →

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Andre Bisson & band, the Memphis Challenge Fundraiser, Fri Jan 27, 2017

Posted on December 11, 2016 by Editor

Friday January 27, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Online ticketing: https://www.ticketscene.ca/events/16952/ Here’s the story: Andre Bisson and his band won the Grand River Blues Society Road to Memphis Competition to compete at the 2017 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee … Continue reading →

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Artword closed Dec 12-Jan 26, back Jan 27, 2017

Posted on December 5, 2016 by Editor

Artword Artbar is taking a break. Last day of programming in 2016 is Sunday December 11, for our final matinee of our hit play Scroogissimo. First day of programming in 2017 is Friday January 27, for a big fundraiser for … Continue reading →

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Jazz/blues/soul vocalist Siona Neale, Fri Oct 14

Posted on September 5, 2016 by Editor

Friday October 14, 2016, 8 pm, $10. Hamiltonian Siona Neale sings jazz/blues/soul classics, as a duo with guitarist James Ruben. Remembrance is a key theme, with timeless songs by Nina Simone, Marvin Gaye, Etta James, Sarah Vaughan and Ella Fitzgerald, … Continue reading →

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Harrison Kennedy, Roots en Route events at Artword, Wed Sept 28

Posted on August 20, 2016 by Editor

Roots en Route Festival of World Music, Dance, Spoken Word, presented by Matapa in multiple venues. http://www.matapa.org/ and  http://rootsenroutefest.com/new-events/ Events at Artword Artbar: Wednesday, September 28, 2016, at 7:30 pm. Renowned blues artist Harrison Kennedy in the intimate cafe setting … Continue reading →

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Supercrawl special, R&B / soul w. Andre Bisson and band, Fri Sept 9

Posted on August 11, 2016 by Editor

Friday September 9, 2016, 8 pm, $10. (Supercrawl weekend special concert at Artword Artbar.) Kicking off our Fall season, award-winning soul and R&B vocalist André Bisson and his band: André Bisson (vocals/guitar), Loretta Hale (trumpet), Simon Wheeldon (tenor sax), Mike … Continue reading →

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R&B, Motown, Soul w. Andre Bisson and band, Sat July 9

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Editor

Saturday July 9, 2016, 8 pm, $10. Back for a hot night! Award-winning soul and R&B vocalist André Bisson on guitar, vocals; Loretta Hale, trumpet; Aaron Bowers  tenor sax; Simon Wheeldon, bari sax; Mike Rowell, bass, Sean Bruce Parker, drums. … Continue reading →

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Folk-blues duo Jennis: Dennis Gaumond & Jen Gillmor, Sat May 28

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Editor

Saturday May 28, 2016, at 8 pm, $10.  Back at Artword Artbar! The wonderful  folk-blues duo Jennis.  Jennis brings together award-winning Guelph-based Dennis Gaumond‘s decades of experience writing and performing original blues and folk and the diverse musical experiences of … Continue reading →

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Stuart Laughton’s Radio Dial is back! Friday May 20

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Editor

Friday May 20, 2016, at 8 pm. $15. Book online The multi-talented trumpeter-singer Stuart Laughton is back with a new edition of his wonderfully eclectic Radio Dial show. He tells us this will be “an almost entirely new program, and … Continue reading →

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Blues, Funk, Groove, w. Wayne Janus Trio, Fri Jan 29, Fri Feb 26

Posted on December 21, 2015 by Editor

Friday January 29, and Friday February 26, 2016, at 8:00 pm. Guitarist, singer and songwriter Wayne Janus continues his Last Friday residency at Artword Artbar, with David Carrillo on drums and Myron Plichota on bass. This electric trio displays artistic … Continue reading →

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Blues, Funk, Groove, w. Wayne Janus Trio, Fri Nov 27 at 9:30

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Editor

Friday November 27, 2015 at 9:30 pm, after Toller. Guitarist, singer and songwriter Wayne Janus continues his Last Friday residency at Artword Artbar, with David Carrillo on drums and Myron Plichota on bass. This electric trio displays artistic diversity based … Continue reading →

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Blues, Funk, Groove, w. Wayne Janus Trio, Fri Oct. 30

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Editor

Friday October 30, 2015 at 8:00 pm. Guitarist, singer and songwriter Wayne Janus is back at Artword Arbar, with David Carrillo on drums and Myron Plichota on bass. This electric trio displays artistic diversity based on Blues, Funk and Groove. … Continue reading →

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3 Guitars: Will Gillespie, ‘Mo Kauffey & Robin Lee: Pickin’ & Grinnin’ Thurs June 11

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Editor

Thursday June 11, 2015, at 8 pm, $10. “3 Guitars: Will Gillespie, ‘Mo Kauffey & Robin Lee: Pickin’ & Grinnin’ “ is a song-trading, in-the-round, workshop-style concert featuring these three singer-songwriters, together for the first time in a show, playing … Continue reading →

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Folk-blues duo Jennis, Dennis Gaumond & Jen Gillmor, plus Sarah Beatty, Sat May 16

Posted on April 8, 2015 by Editor

Saturday May 16, 2015, at 8 pm, $10. (Book online or call 905-543-8512.) An evening of music with  folk-blues duo Jennis and an opening set by local songstress Sarah Beatty.  Jennis brings together award-winning Guelph-based Dennis Gaumond‘s decades of experience … Continue reading →

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Special concert by bluesman Michael Pickett, Sat May 9

Posted on April 5, 2015 by Editor

Saturday May 9, 2015 at 8 pm, $20 ( Book online  or call 905-543-8512 to reserve). Artword Artbar is delighted to announce a rare and return appearance by the extraordinary blues guitarist and singer Michael Pickett. Michael told us back … Continue reading →

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Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley, Sat April 25

Posted on March 14, 2015 by Editor

Saturday, April 25, 2015, at 8 pm, $20. Book online  or call 905-543-8512. A special concert with Diana Braithwaite, vocalist (left), Chris Whiteley, guitarist, with an intimate evening of soulful music: roots and blues, early jazz and gospel. (This concert … Continue reading →

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Kyle Pacey, guitar extraordinaire, Fri Apr 24

Posted on March 13, 2015 by Editor

Friday April 24, 2015, at 8 pm, $10, call 905-543-8512 to reserve.  Back again! Grammy-nominated guitarist and singer Kyle Pacey presents an evening of original music that’s an eclectic mix of soul, roots, R & B and funk. With Kevin … Continue reading →

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Art Crawl: Psychedelic jazz with Doug Murphy’s quartet, Fri Apr 10

Posted on March 2, 2015 by Editor

Friday April 10, 2015. James North Art Crawl. Music in the bar from 8 pm, tip jar. A return appearance of “It Is What It Is” — fusion psychedelic jazz featuring the far-out fabulous Doug Murphy guitar, with Tim Kulakowsky … Continue reading →

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Wayne Janus and KAIZEN, Fri Mar 20

Posted on February 12, 2015 by Editor

March 20, 2015, 8 pm $10.  The brilliant guitarist Wayne Janus and his band KAIZEN: drums (David Carrillo), bass (Shane Lannigan) and guitar/vocals (Wayne Janus) will be back at Artword Artbar. Their sound has a rich variety of influences ranging … Continue reading →

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CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS: Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley, Sat Jan 31, 2015

Posted on January 4, 2015 by Editor

Diana has laryngitis so we are rescheduling the concert to Sat April 25, 2015. We’ve also added a concert by Colina Phillips on Sat March 7. Saturday, January 31, 2015, at 8 pm, $20 (call to reserve 905-543-8512). A special … Continue reading →

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Concert: Mike Almas and Guilty Pleasure band, Fri Sept 26

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Editor

Friday September 26, 2014, at 8 pm, $10. The great bluesman Mike Almas with a special new band Guilty Pleasure. The band members: Steve Hilbert (bass), Joanne Augustyn ( vocals, percussion), Jack Pedler (drums, vocals), Mike Almas (guitar, vocals). Collectively … Continue reading →

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Supercrawl at Artword Artbar: Wayne Janus & Kaizen, Sat Sept 13

Posted on August 1, 2014 by Editor

Saturday September 13, 2014, Supercrawl Showcase #3. from 8 pm, tip jar. Artword Artbar showcases guitarist Wayne Janus and his band KAIZEN: drums (David Carrillo), bass (Shane Lannigan) and guitar/vocals (Wayne Janus). They played Artword Artbar in July, and we … Continue reading →

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HOT BLUES, Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley, Sat March 22

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Editor

Saturday March 22 at 8 pm, $15. Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley present Hot Blues – a show that combines classic and original blues with a vintage flavour. Featuring Diana’s internationally renowned vocals, and Chris’ award-winning skill on guitar, trumpet … Continue reading →

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The legendary Josh White Jr., is back! Thurs March 20

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Editor

Thursday March 20, 2014 at 8 pm. $18 door, $15 advance (call 905-543-8512) or book advance tickets online via PayPal. Internationally acclaimed folk and bluesman Josh White Junior returns to Artword Artbar with a programme of folk and blues favourites … Continue reading →

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Blues: Big Johnny Blue and Strange Cargo, Fri Feb 28

Posted on January 29, 2014 by Editor

Friday February 28, 2014, at 8 pm, $5. Blues with Big Johnny Blue and Strange Cargo. Big Johnny Blue is John M. Crawford, Hamilton guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter and founding member of The Hamilton Blues Society. Big Johnny Blue has … Continue reading →

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