Entertainment
Check out the Saskatchewan artists who will be performing at the Saskatchewan Pavilion in Vancouver.
Anique Granger
Anique Granger was born in the heart of the great Canadian Prairies, into one of Saskatchewan's most musical francophone family-tree. Combining her maternal side's melodies with her father's passion for words, Anique developed into a devoted guitarist with an undeniable love for songwriting.
Rah Rah
Rah Rah loves to build songs and stories. They make music in Queen City basements and have been known to consume excessive amounts of sugar. In the Fall of 2009 Rah Rah finished their second cross-Canada tour in support of Going Steady, their first full-length album.
Andrea Menard
This acclaimed singer, actor and writer is becoming an ever-more eclectic creative force. The creative spark inside Andrea Menard has caught fire on her third album, Sparkle, a multi-genre original work that celebrates the glittering winter and the urge to go deep within.
Brad Johner
Brad Johner continues his hot streak at Canadian country with the release of his third solo album, "Lookin' At You." One of Saskatchewan's most awarded and respected artists on the national stage, Johner has enjoyed over two decades of success as both a group and solo artist.
The Deep Dark Woods
The timeless sound of the aptly named "The Deep Dark Woods" belongs to the depressing winters of the north. Pulsing with human warmth, these original songs echo through the lonesome night. Ryan Boldt's plainspoken lyrics offer a strong but gentle tone which understates poetry.
Def 3
Danny Fernandez (DEF 3) is a Regina-based emcee whose work has paved the way for the province’s Hip Hop scene. His humble and honest approach stands out amongst today’s watered down commercial music scene, yet still maintains an appeal to all genres.
Donny Parenteau
Donny Parenteau knows WHAT IT TAKES to be successful in the Canadian Country Music Industry. As a performer Donny has achieved amazing success and since being nominated for a JUNO in 2008 he is ready to step into the national spotlight as a solo artist.
Jack Semple And The Free Style Boogie Band
Jack Semple has been acting as the Saskatchewan Pavilion’s Music Director since September, 2009. Part of his duties as Music Director was to form a band, comprised of Saskatchewan artists. This band will entertain Pavilion guests for the duration of the Games. Members of the band include Jack Semple, Sheldon Corbett, Dave Chobot, Martin Blonski and Craig Salkeld.
Jason Plumb
Since the mid 1980s, Jason Plumb has contributed to the musical landscape of the Plains, Canada and many other parts of the world. As lead singer, guitarist and songwriter for Regina pop group, The Waltons, he received many awards.
Jordan Cook
Saskatchewan born and raised Jordan Cook isn’t your ordinary music story. Western Canadians have watched him grow up on stage developing from a talented tyke to being on the verge of world rock stardom. Watching his Dad play guitar at two years of age, something inside him connected like it was meant to be.
Kyle Riabko
When we last checked in with Kyle Riabko in early 2004, he was in the initial stages of what turned out to be a year on the road accompanied only by his acoustic guitar. After every show he would greet crowds at the merch table and sell copies of The EP, a limited run taster only available at shows and online.
La Raquette a Claquettes
Fueled by the spirit of the Voyageurs who hurled themselves over whitewater rapids with reckless abandon and who sang their songs and played their jigs with the same energy, La Raquette à claquettes is a tasty blend of warm vocals, swinging reels, spicy humour and savory stories, served over great melodies and churned to an irresistible beat.
Library Voices
Library Voices is a ten piece pop collective from Regina, Saskatchewan. Blending tremolo soaked guitars with analog synths, vintage organs, circuit bent electronics, accordion, saxophone, and glockenspiel, their songs play out like an AM radio jingle; mixing the best of the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, and today.
Megan Lane
Megan Lane fills the gaps between blues, jazz, rock, and soul with fierce passion. An experienced song-writer, performer, and producer, Lane is touring her latest album Bow and Drill the Spark (2009).
Mobadass
Earl Pereira got his start in the music business as the bassist and co-founder of multi-platinum, three-time Juno nominee, Wide Mouth Mason. As a group, Wide Mouth Mason has released five major label albums, performed over 2,000 shows, had numerous radio hits and music videos, and have received many industry awards.
Regina Riot
Regina Riot is considered one of the premiere dixieland groups in Saskatchewan, and is sought after for private and public functions where infectious toe-tapping dixieland music is wanted.
Skavenjah
During their 17 years together, many bands have come and gone, but with the March 2009 release of their new live album - “One More Night With You” - Skavenjah remains one of the constants in the world of SKA music.
True Jive Pluckers
When Ed Minevich, Jack Semple, and Steve McLellan get together over a pint and burger, the conversation will inevitably turn to the discussion of great music and the thrill of performing. It was on one such evening, that they came up with the idea of forming a trio with a musical palette that would meld all their varied, favourite genres.
Ultimate Power Duo
Introducing Saskatoon’s brilliantly named Ultimate Power Duo. Naturally enough, Ultimate Power Duo are in fact a classic power trio of riffs, pummelling drums all kept in check by a low end rumble to make Mike Watt jealous.
Whitefish Jrs
The Whitefish Juniors are a Cree Group from the Big River Band located near Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. The group have hosted and won numerous singing contests. In 1994, the Whitefish Juniors were declared World Class Singing Champions at the All Nations Gathering in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
