Frankford Festival
FRIDAY June 6th, 2014 - Stage Performances
5 pm -“Road To Memphis Challenge” first round of competition with 9 acts competing for their opportunity to represent the Loyal Blues Fellowship at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis Tennessee. www.blues.org
Our panel of judges were selected to provide formative evaluations for the artists, on each of the scoring categories used for our regional finals in September, and at the International Blues Challenge (IBC) in Memphis Tennessee.
This years competitors include:
- Shawn “Deepwater” Dore is a solo artist that performs a folk/blues/ roots mix. He represented the Loyal Blues Fellowship at the 2014 IBC in Memphis TN.
- Shredded Easy are “Uncle Jim” and “Johnny Rotten”, two perfectly aged, comfortably worn, occasionally wine-dipped and rum flavoured, fully-smoked blues hams.
- Susan Latimer and Mike Tabares, Susan is an accomplished songwriter in many roots-based genres, who’s songs are complimented by Mike’s artful blues guitar.
- Jordon Thomas is a local guitar teacher from Trenton. He also records and performs with a number of local bands.
- Riley & Riley are a father and son blues duo from Kingston who combine the Delta and Piedmont blues styles with their own unique sound.
- Kingstown New Mississippi are a new blues project with Songwriter Roger Dorey on Vocal and rhythm guitar; Dave Dexter, Guitars and John Pecek, drums and percussion.
- Beer Battered Soul are a true Chicago style blues band. Rick Cooke, Harmonica; Roger Dann, Guitar; Paul Stacey, Sax; Bob Maybee, Drums; and Mark Bishop, Bass.
- Shawn Dore Band with Shawn Dore, Lead Vocal and Guitars; Don Dore, Guitar; Sandy Sweet (bass), and Ben Mahaffy (drums).
IBC Guest Appearance - Tim Campbell, our 2006 representative at the International Blues Challenge, is on our panel of judges this year. Tim is a noted producer, professional music teacher and musician who is active in several of Quinte’s best bands. He will be hosting a Song Production workshop for Keynote Studios on Friday afternoon.
FRIDAY EVENING HEADLINE ARTISTS
9:30 pm -Joe Callahan with JOPeDO. Joe started playing music professionally at thirteen years of age as a singer and a drummer. More than four decades later, as a singer-songwriter and guitar player, he performs often but irregularly, and has been writing new song steadily for years. Joe is a founding director of the Loyal Blues Fellowship, hosts the Acoustic Song Circle, and manages the lineup for the sucessful monthly “Night Kitchen Too” at Belleville’s Pinnacle Playhouse. Watching the Light is his first CD of original material, with a second in development.
Joe teams up with multi-instrumentalist Peter Snell, and bass player Doug Wicken as Joe Callahan with JOPEDO to play a mix of origials and off-the beaten-track material, sprinkled with favourite covers. Peter and Doug bring a jazz underpinning to Joe’s folk/ roots/blues orientation.
10:30 pm - Ila Vann & The Fade Kings
The Fade Kings bring a unique perspective to the Blues. Formed in 1992, the band has developed a distinctive sound characterized by solid grooves, compelling melodies, and strong musicianship, fusing multiple music genres into a Blues tour de orce. Their music is steeped heavily in the blues, with influences of R&B, soul, jazz, rooots, Latin and rock, creating an exciting and unique sound.
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 as a child with legendary Mahalia Jackson. She eventually found her way to radio and signed a recording contract with the pop music record 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 well over 60 years. As always, she is backed up by an amazing array of talented musicians.
SATURDAY June 7th, 2014 - Main Stage
11 am - Janet Jeffery with the 8 Wing Show Band, a ten piece brass jazz combo from 8 Wing,Trenton comprised of a mixture of Civilian volunteers, military and retired military members. Their focus is on Jazz, R&Band Motown, showcasing the soulful voice of featured vocalist,
Janet Jeffery, who is joining us again this year by popular demand.Noon - The Peg Voigt Band, features the Loyal Blues Fellowship’s Madam President, Peg Voigt, her partner Ken McColm, and our Blues in the Schools director, Ed Fowler. Backed up by the the smooth guitar of Dave Dexter and a selection of musical friends and guests, Peggy and the band will bring you some great blues standards for your listening pleasure.
1 pm - Riley & Riley, a father (harmonica/vocals) and son (guitar, foot drum, vocals) blues duo. Together, they have shared the stage with Carlos Del Junco, Monkey Junk, Irene Torres, Michael Pickett and others. By combining the Delta and Piedmont blues styles with their own unique sound, they create an emotional emergency on stage. Check out their website for upcoming shows and summer festival performance schedule. www.rileyandrileyblues.com
2 pm - The Linzy McMurter Trio brings a modern twist to a classic sound; ranging from Blues N’ Jazz to Rock N’ Swing, they guarantee something for every listener. Originally from Belleville/Trenton area, Lead Vocalist/ Songwriter Linzy McMurter and Bassist Dano Poirier are pleased to return with their newest band member, Kingston’s Iain McLean on drums.
3 pm - Little Bluff are a classic quartet of rockers based in Prince Edward County The band consists of: Clint Ryan, bass and vocals; Drew Ackerman, guitar and vocals; Martin Soldat, keyboard and vocals; and Steve Empringham on drums. They play an entertaining and interesting and mix of R&B with a twist of roots, blues and rock & roll.
4 pm - Beer Battered Soul is a band recently formed from several local Belleville and Quinte area bands and features: Rick Cooke, Harp, Lead Vocals; Roger Dann, Guitar, Lead Vocals; Paul Stacey, Sax; Bob Maybee, Drums; Mark Bishop, Bass, Backing Vocals; with special guest Chris Cruikshank, Hammond B3, Keyboards. They are a very danceable, up-tempo, Chicago style blues band. Their combination of choice covers and well-crafted original songs are guaranteed to get feet stomping and butts wiggling.
5 pm - Shawn Dore Band is a professional 4 piece high energy band, with strong blues and rock influences. With Shawn Dore (lead vocals and lead guitar), Don Dore (guitar), Sandy Sweet (bass), and Ben Mahaffy (drums). They have just released a full length, all original, studio album, and are promoting it with the “Watch My Back” tour. With booming vocals and jaw dropping guitar, these guys are sure to make a lasting impression.
6 pm - The Fabulous Tonemasters are Gerry Archer, guitar and vocals; JP Hovercraft, bass and vocals; and the heartbeat of the band, Albert Dobrini on drums. There has been a version of The Tonemasters for over twelve years, but this iteration has come into it’s own. Borrowing heavily from Gerry’s early influences, they have molded a potent gumbo of funk, blues, and R&B that is very infectious. Add to that Gerry’s rabid quest for the ultimate guitar tones, you get an idea of what you’re in for.
7 pm - The Roosevelts are a high-energy electric blues band based in Kingston, and comprised of five veteran musicians who hail from lands far and near. The Roosevelts play with style and authority. They are an eclectic cast of musicians who have found common ground in the blues, and joined together in musical kinship to jump, groove, and wail, in a unique way. The Roosevelts feature Richard Burgman, Guitar; Dan Costa, Drums; Lisa V. Marzano, Vocals; Wendy McCullough, Bass; and Tom Stewart, Harmonicas.
8 pm - Balls & Jane is a rockin’ blues band that was born when powerhouse vocalist Jane Archer and blues guitarist/singer Arin Jonny 4Balls Jessup met at an open mic in 2010. Together with Dawson McManus on bass, Kyle Nurse on drums and special guest William Hamilton on sax, they deliver a fiery mix of red hot blues with passion and commitment.
8:55 pm Sunset Ceremony We invite our guests to pause at sunset and take a few short moments of reflection, give tribute and express our gratitude to all those who have gone before us, shaping who we are today.
9 pm - Dan Deslauriers Trio - Guitarist and vocalist Dan Deslauriers has long been a fixture in the Ottawa music scene, both as a sideman and a front man of various genres of bands. Its easy to see why he has earned an endorsment from Traynor Amps. Although his skill set and talent has extraordinary range, his passion is the blues—and it shows.
He is renowned for the fire and honesty that he expresses with his voice and a guitar, as well as his technical skill and the unique ways in which his extensive musical knowledge seeps into the blues. In both his original music and his interpretations of classics, he draws on diverse influences such as jazz, roots, country, and rock. A versatile and creative guitarist, he frequently combines playing styles not always found in the blues, creating new and exciting interpretations.
Deslauriers, bass player Cory Shvets, and drummer Ken Reynolds frequently play in and around Ottawa. The trio were finalists in the 2013 Ottawa Blues Society Road to Memphis band competition. Prior to that, Deslauriers traded electric for acoustic and earned himself a berth in the finals for the 2011 Ottawa Blues Society Road to Memphis solo/duo competition.
In April 2014, he released an exciting new blues CD entitled “City Fever” that showcases ten of his many original blues songs. A single “Down The Line” is in rotation on Ottawa blues radio station DAWG FM. Although a trio, they sound equal to a six-piece band, and get an audience dancing and cheering. Come out to a Dan Deslauriers show and experience a group of seasoned musicians not just performing, but evolving the blues.10 pm - Erin McCallum Band - Erin is the Big Voice in front of the Big Sound. Returning for the 4th time, by popular demand on her “16 Weeks of Sound” tour, Erin has adopted our festival as one of her favourite summer events. Her dedicated local following makes her feel like she’s “coming home”.
When Erin first heard Big Mama Thornton’s Hound Dog, she sensed something very special.
She heard a sound and delivery that she identified with immediately, and continues to channel both in the studio and in live performance. She has been making great strides in the music industry applying that same basic approach, true to the long standing roots of the Blues, as a basis of her own vision of the genre. Establishing a sound revolving around her captivating alto tenor voice, she has received well deserved recognition with two Maple Blues Awards Nominations in 2011, for Female Vocalist of the Year and for Artist/Group of the Year.
The four albums to her credit, including her latest release “Complicated Woman”. all follow the same formula with McCallum writing, arranging, and producing strong material, and Erin’s powerful vocals taking centre stage. Erin’s strong songwriting has garnered her international recognition, most recently winning the “Honorable Mention” by the International Songwriting Competition for her lyrics on “Complicated Woman”. A multi-instrumentalist, Erin is the solitary vocalist, rhythm guitar player and harmonica player in the band. In addition to her musical efforts, Erin also served as bandleader and musical arranger for the project. “Complicated Woman” which is filled with fresh new original songs written by Erin and produced by acclaimed guitarist Jack de Keyzer. Hear it for yourself live and enjoy the show! Erin McCallum - Big Voice Big Sound!
SUNDAY June 8th, 2014 - Main Stage
We would like to thank all of the local area churches and groups for their help in making our Sunday “Gospel in the Park” a great experience for all. What better way to celebrate the birthday of the church than to have the churches “all together in one place”.
Thank you for generous donations to support the Frankford Food Pantry and the continued support of the Frankford Youth Centre.
9:30 am - Main Stage: Gospel Sing Along with The Lenses, a chance-met group of folk/gospel musicians from the Quinte area. They enjoy performing praise music at fund-raisers and benefits. The core group: Brenda Ogden, alto; Toni Klaver soprano, flute; Craig Carlson, bass; and Dan Clost tenor, guitar are pleased to return this year.
10:30 am - Main Stage - Non Denominational Pentecost Sunday Service. Many of the local area churches will be joining together to celebrate Pentecost Sunday and the birth of The Church. The service will include a time of corporate worship led by Jordan Raycroft and his band, with guest speaker, Don Heron. Don has an incredible story which has been captured in the book about his life, U -Turn in the Fast Lane.
Noon - The Crusaders Gospel Music Group are Fred Elliott, John & Wanda Chisholm, and Jason Wryghte.
Based out of Hastings Park Bible Church, “The Crusaders” have been performing since the late 1970s at events and churches throughout the greater Quinte region. Their Southern Gospel style will appeal to fans of such groups as the Gaither Vocal Band or Signature Sound. Jason and his wife own Riverside Music in Trenton, and he is the director of the Frankford Youth Centre, a community service the Festival is proud to support.
1 pm - Raycroft - Known for their lively foot-stomping melodies, intimate performances, and songs that tell of real-life stories of love, loss, justice and redemption. Performing songs from their 2014 Juno nominated debut with Aaron Brown (drums), Jay Keating (guitar), and Cody Poulton (bass), Raycroft looks forward to the future as they work to push the boundaries of their genre. As an International Justice Mission Canada and World Vision Canada artist partner, Raycroft speaks on behalf of the voiceless victims of human trafficking. We welcome these exciting young artists to Frankford.
2 pm - Tony Vani is a soulful and versatile singer/songwriter and a skilled guitarist and harmonica player who grew up surrounded by music. Tony has played with numerous successful rock/blues bands over the past three decades, but is now drawn to a style of music he calls “gospel blues” or “holy blues,” a form of bluesbased music, a combination of blues guitar and evangelist lyrics.
3 pm - Louise Ford is a performing and recording artist, choir director at Albury United Church, and cantor, guitarist and pianist at St. Josephs Catholic Church, Belleville. She will be performing sing along favorites. and origanal music from her CD “Heros and angels”, accompianied by Scott Pennington with special guest, Colleen MacAlister.
Colleen is the founder and President of the San Damiano Foundation and Director of the Foundations Youth Centres. She is an accomplished musician who has recorded two CDs of original music and has used this music to bring fun and peace as well as a positive message. Foundations encourages Youth to find expression in music and to understand the power that music has to bring good. The San Damiano Foundation is a Registered Charity in Canada, started in Madoc “providing safe places since 1996” These safe places include Foundations Youth Centres; in Trenton, Madoc and Tweed; the St. Francis House in Madoc area, a place of retreats and events; and AGAPE House, a transitional home for young women providing a safe shelter. Foundations demonstrates that there is an alternative to the destructive street lifestyle. Staff and youth will be there to entertain you and discuss how Foundations Youth Centres provide safe places for youth to gather in an atmosphere of mutual kindness and respect. “Hot soup and cool music” is a common thread through all of the SDF work. Literally thousands of youth and adults have experienced both in the last 18 years.