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Pat Mackan
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Good morning music fans. Well we have lost another music icon and co-founder of the boys of summer, The Beach Boys. Now, let me tell you a story from when I was just a little kid. I snuck into my older brothers room and found one of his Beach Boys eight track tapes. I thought, lets pull all of the tape out and that is what I did. I tried to cover up my crime and hid it in the bottom of his drawer. A few days later, my brother found out and let …

Pat Mackan
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Good morning music fans. Sorry about the long absence, but I had a bout with a cold and kicked its butt. I am feeling better with some lingering nasal congestion.
Music News:
This week the music world lost another music icon. Sly Stone, founding member of funk band Sly and the Family Stone died at the age of 82, after battling a longtime illness. He played a critical role in the development of funk with his pioneering fusion of soul, rock, …

Pat Mackan
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Hey there music fans. Today, I would like to introduce you to a local band named T.R.I.P. This acoustical group is made up of Jack Alisad (stage name Jack Hyde), Joel Syrette, Beej Syrette, and Dan Beaupre.
Joel, Beej, Dan, and Rick Datson also form the band Double Down.
A third band named Jackln Hyde, made up of Joel, Beej, Dan and Aaron Dunn, is a separate music project and you can check out this band on instagram @jacklnhyde.
I recently …

Pat Mackan
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Hello music fans and welcome to wonderful Wednesday. Another weekend of rockin music is just around the corner.
Just a reminder, that the Eagles tribute band, Hotel California, is coming to the Soo June 28th at the Roberta Bondar Pavilion. Doors open at 6:30pm and show starts at 7pm with opening act Headrush. Tickets are $33 plus taxes/fees and are on sale now. With a limited quantity available, purchase tickets today at …

Elise Nelson, SooToday
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Young songwriters encouraged to compete for recording opportunity 🎵👩🏼🎤


Young songwriters encouraged to compete for recording opportunity
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Kenneth Armstrong
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BA Johnston is playing a set tomorrow night at Venue. Anyone seen him play before? Anyone coming out for the show?

BA Johnston returning to the city with a new venue and delicious memories
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Pat Mackan
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Hello music fan. Hope your week is going fine, but the weekend is fast approaching. I wish that summer was fast approaching. Man someone has to wake up Mother Nature because we need some warmer temps.
Music News:
Well, you may not know it, but I do enjoy country music, some of today's artist are pretty cool, but I like the older country tunes which I listened to on the radio growing up.
But saying that, this country star is right up there …

Arts and Culture SSM
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Calling all Musicians! 🎸🎹🎶
VIVID Arts Fest is a vibrant end-of-summer celebration of arts, culture, and community and we need YOU to apply!
We're looking for:
🎶Solo acts
🎶Bands
🎶Ensembles
🎶Experimental artists
Apply today! Submit an application form at saultstemarie.ca/vividmusic by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025.

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Pat Mackan
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Good morning music fans and Happy Hump Day.
So recently, I spoke with Becky Sawyer, a long time friend and owner of Beck's Bar, located on Goulais Avenue in the old White Eagle building.
I met with her for a brief conversation about her new business venture and here is what she had to say about it all.
Becky, you have been in the bar and restaurant industry for 20 plus years, what do you credit your success to?
It all started in bar …

Nicole St Louis
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Queen-Its A kinda Magic tribute band last night at White Pines Community Theatre!! Excellent Show!!


Pat Mackan
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Hey music fans. The work week is almost over and that means getting out and kicking up your heels with your favorite local bands. Also, Mother's Day is this weekend so show some love to that special mother, sister, or grandmother.
Music News:
Last Saturday in Rio De Janeiro, a bomb threat was thwarted by Brazilian police during Lady Gaga's concert at Copacabana Beach. Two million people attended the free concert but no injuries or deaths …

Johnnie Tibbles
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May the 4th Blues Boogie Woogie be with you at Soo Blaster!!
The Sault Blues Society is very pleased to present the multi blues award winner and International boogie woogie blues pianist, Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne at a matinee on Sunday May 4th 2025 at 4pm. Kenny has 1 JUNO, 7 Maple Blues and 1 Blues Music awards.
Doors open at 3:30 with local Big Wheel and the Spokes (Jay Case, Frank Deresti and Cliff Alloy) at 4pm followed by Kenny at 5pm. …


Sault Ste. Marie Blues Society
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Pat Mackan
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Hello music fans. If you want to meet the people behind the Spaces platform there will be a meet up on Thursday May 15 at Home Bakehouse and Cafe (356 Queen St. East) from 10am to 12pm. Enjoy a coffee and chat about what interests you. Coffee is on us.
Since the days are starting to get warmer, I'm beginning my walking routine and bringing along my music on Spotify. Just curious, what are you listening to currently? For me, it's Lady Gaga. …

Johnnie Tibbles
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Tickets now on sale at our local supportive outlets listed on the poster.
The Sault Blues Society is very pleased to present the multi blues award winner and International boogie woogie blues pianist, Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne at a matinee on Sunday May 4th 2025 at 4pm. Kenny has 1 JUNO, 7 Maple Blues and 1 Blues Music awards.
Doors open at 3:30 with local Big Wheel and the Spokes (Jay Case, Frank Deresti and Cliff Alloy) at 4pm followed by …

www.saultblues.com

Pat Mackan
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Good Friday morning music fans. Hope everyone has a fantastic weekend.
So my good friend Becky Sawyer had her grand opening of her new bar called Beck's, located on Goulais Avenue in the former White Eagle. You may also know her from when she opened The Dive Gastro Pub on Queen Street. Becky has been part of the bar industry in the Soo for many years and I wish her all the best.
The first Band to play at Beck's is Half Past Sat Apr 26th from …

Pat Mackan
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So the Easter weekend is upon us and I hope everyone stays safe and sound and enjoys this special time of year.
Amid the chaos of tariffs, border security etc, there is a new problem for Canadian trans musicians who are planning to tour in the United States. Back in January of this year, President Trump signed an executive order stating that only a person sex at birth will be accepted on visas to enter the United States.
Canadian trans …

Pat Mackan
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Happy Hump Day music fans. Let's get started.
As reported by SooToday Who Made Who, a tribute to AC/DC will be taking the stage at this year's Rotaryfest Sat. July 19th on stage 1 at Clergue Park. They are getting fantastic reviews online and are sure to be a hit with AC/DC fans. Online applications are also being accepted for local bands to participate in Rotaryfest. While tribute bands are fine with some people, I prefer seeing the real thing …

Pat Mackan
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Happy Hump Day music fans. Let's get started.
As reported by SooToday Who Made Who, a tribute to AC/DC will be taking the stage at this year's Rotaryfest Sat. July 19th on stage 1 at Clergue Park. They are getting fantastic reviews online and are sure to be a hit with AC/DC fans. Online applications are also being accepted for local bands to participate in Rotaryfest. While tribute bands are fine with some people, I prefer seeing the real thing …

Pat Mackan
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Good morning music fans. Sorry for the long absence but had to get rid of a pesky virus. All is good so lets go and have a fantastic Saturday.
This week we lost Val Kilmer, who starred in Batman and Top Gun, and many other movies. By the way, the album is still in my collection. Rest in peace Ice Man.
New Releases this week:
Lady Gaga's song "Abracadabra," from her 2025 album Mayhem, is an anthem of resilience and self-discovery. Gaga …

Pat Mackan
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Calling all local bands. Summer is coming and that means The Summer Concert Series will be taking place.
Here is the announcement from the city's website.
The City’s Recreation and Culture Division is accepting applications for the 2025 Summer Concert Series taking place in July and August at the Roberta Bondar Park Tent Pavilion and the Downtown Plaza.
If you or your band are interested in participating, please complete and submit an …

Small Town Big City Sound
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Toronto Style Tech House + local flavor, starting this summer in Sault Ste Marie.
A responsible, clean living party theme.
Why should the big city have all the fun?
I hope to bring my home town something fun to do as an option here.
Because why not?
Dance like no one’s looking.
Connect with new people or have fun with your friends.
Grow as a community.
Stay tuned!
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Pat Mackan
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Good morning music fans. So today I'm doing something different and introduce you to local musician Tym Morrison. I recently sat down with Tym and had a conversation about his music and how it all started.
Tym: When I first started my Dad tried to get me to play guitar and I kept pushing it away. One day my Dad was playing Secret Agent Man and I wanted to learn to play that song, pretty much after he showed me how to play the beginning riff I …

Pat Mackan
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Hey music fans hope you had a fantastic week so now it's time to kick back and relax. So lets get started.
First up, female rocker and guitarist Nancy Wilson of Heart celebrated her 71st birthday this week. The band is also going on tour this summer. Rock on Nancy.
Around town today:
Tym Morrison headlines the matinee today at Misty's 50's playing all of your contemporary hits of today and yesterday from 4pm to 8pm. See you there.
On Sunday …

Pat Mackan
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Good Saturday morning music fans. Lots going on so lets get rockin.
A new season of American Idol has begun and I just love watching such raw talent turn into a sparkling diamond shining bright and take the global stage at the final episode. Going to be a roller coaster ride for sure.
***Locally, Lorrie Bolduc and Crossroads takes the stage at Jays Piston Broke Pub for the Sunday Matinee from 2-6pm. See you there.
New Releases this …
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