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CTV News
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Guitars and Gasoline Music Festival attracts thousands to Calabogie area
Thousands of people from across Ontario are converging on the Calabogie area this weekend for the inaugural Guitars and Gasoline Music Festival. Being held at the Calabogie Motorsports Park, Guitars and Gasoline is a two-day music festival spread over Friday and Saturday, featuring artists including Blue Rodeo, Theory of a Deadman and Joss Ross. This is the first such festival being held at the racetrack in Calabogie, which is allowing festival goers to camp out directly along the more than five-kilometre-long track, Canada's longest speedway. Festival promoter Ken Craig says the support for the first-year festival, and its all-Canadian lineup, has been encouraging. 'We're going to be doing a little over 6,000 (tickets) right now, probably hit 7,000 because of the nice weather,' Craig told CTV News Friday. 'Very pleased with that for a first-year festival.' Craig adds that camping for the festival is 82 per cent sold out heading into the weekend, with tickets for the shows still available. For those planning to attend the festival, located roughly 100 kilometres west of Ottawa, event coordinator Jamie Steenbakkers says attendees should come prepared. 'Make sure to get your wristbands on and put your parking passes on your windshield sticker and also make sure if you have a will call ticket to print out your barcode so that you have that ready to scan so that we can issue you your wristbands and tickets,' Steenbakkers added. OPP are warning drivers commuting through the Calabogie area this weekend to be aware for heavy traffic and slow downs due to the festival.
CTV News
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
All Canadian midway, music lineup part of new-look Regina QCX in 2025
The 2025 version of Regina's Queen City Ex (QCX) taking place July 30 to Aug. 3 will include a 100 per cent Canadian midway, new pricing, and an all Canadian music lineup. West Coast Amusements was announced as QCX's new long-term midway partner, bringing new and old favourite rides to QCX. 'We've got some new exciting rides that haven't been here before, so we are excited about that,' West Coast Amusements president and CEO Rob Hauser said at an announcement on Friday. 'Big thrill rides, speed, freakout, chaos, frenzy as well as lots of kids rides, family rides,' he added. Hauser said coming to Regina is a big opportunity for West Coast Amusements, which also provides rides for smaller markets like Moose Jaw, Estevan, Yorkton and Swift Current. Pricing has been simplified and made to be more affordable for 2025. Sherwood Co-op will have general admission for $16, including all taxes and fees. A family and friends pack (four passes) will be $54 and a 'ride all day' pass will be $55. 'So, a really fantastic deal, great pricing for families. We want everyone to come and enjoy everything that QCX is,' event director Cathleen Betker said. Betker said advance tickets will be available online and through Sherwood Co-op in the near future. Music performances will be from Blue Rodeo, The Reklaws, The Glorious Sons, Sam Roberts Band, Bif Naked and Kim Mitchell. 'We are so excited about all of the programming that we've announced today and there's more to come so be sure to watch our social media for announcements on what's going to be popping up across the property during QCX,' Betker said. Betker also said people can look forward to a demolition derby and the return of the FullSend BMX show in the Brandt Centre, as well as all the family friendly programming people expect to see. More to come...
CTV News
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Jim Cuddy joins surprise duet at U of S convocation
WATCH: Spring convocation at the University of Saskatchewan went off with an unexpected surprise — Blue Rodeo's Jim Cuddy performed a duet with the university president.
CTV News
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Canadian music icon Jim Cuddy performs surprise duet at U of S convocation
WATCH: Spring convocation at the University of Saskatchewan went off with an unexpected surprise — Blue Rodeo's Jim Cuddy performed a duet with the university president. Sorry, we're having trouble with this video. Please try again later. [5006/404] Nearly 4,000 University of Saskatchewan (U of S) students will receive their diplomas throughout the week, and those who convocated on Tuesday were treated to a musical surprise. Alongside honorary doctor of letters recipient and Blue Rodeo frontman, Jim Cuddy, the president took part in a musical performance for the graduates. 'I think it will be rather unusual for them to see the president get up and try to strum the guitar. So, I think it'll be kind of fun. It'll be a little historic moment at the University of Saskatchewan,' said Peter Stoicheff, U of S president. Stoicheff and Cuddy have been friends for many years, and while the musician has done countless performances throughout his career, this was something different. 'That makes it a bonus. I can't imagine just doing it cold, like, just having somebody say, come on over and do it ... the whole thing is very special,' Cuddy said. Cuddy is one of three recipients to receive this title thanks to the U of S. President Stoicheff described the honorary degree as the highest honour the U of S can bestow. 'Bestowing it on Jim Cuddy, who's had a fantastic career with Blue Rodeo and a fantastic career with his own band and is one of Canada's greatest songwriters of all time, was a real privilege,' Stoicheff said. Jim Cuddy U of S Iconic Canadian musician Jim Cuddy performed a surprise duet with the University of Saskatchewan president on Tuesday before receiving an honorary degree. (Hallee Mandryk / CTV News) While Cuddy initially graduated from Queens University, he shared that Saskatoon has a special place in his heart. 'It's a huge honor .... I think it's a beautiful university. It's funny that I probably came here for 20 years before I even saw the university. And when I first saw the university, I was shocked at how beautiful it was,' Cuddy said. 'It's sort of fun for me to just hear the names of the people embarking on the rest of their lives, having truly no idea what they're about to encounter,' Cuddy said. The musician, who some may remember for his show-stopping ascending falsetto in the 1987 Blue Rodeo single 'Try,' says that performing in Saskatoon over the years has always been something he looks forward to. 'I think that there's a shared feeling about Saskatoon among especially musicians that come through here because it's very cold ... but it's very sunny,' Cuddy said. It's a special day for many families. But for husband and wife, Debasish Chakroborti and Sristy Sumana Nath, the day is extra special. The duo both received their PhDs on Tuesday. 'It feels great to be graduated, but when you are doing it with your family members, like my wife, my Sristy, we're doing it together, so I'm feeling really great,' Chakroborti said. U of S convocation Husband and wife Debasish Chakroborti and Sristy Sumana Nath both received their PhDs together at the U of S on Tuesday. (Hallee Mandryk / CTV News) After originally joining the university as an international student in 2017, Nath says she is proud to be setting an example for her children. 'Education is very important and we're both graduating together. And [my daughter] she's looking at how we're both graduating together and she's very excited and wanting to do more studies and contribute here in Canada, and the world,' Nath said.
The Province
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Province
Blue Rodeo 40th anniversary tour in Vancouver: Here's what you should know
Here are a few things to know about the Canadian rock band's 40th anniversary tour Canadian band Blue Rodeo plays several shows in B.C. for its 40th anniversary tour, which kicks off this fall. Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Canadian rock band Blue Rodeo is hitting the road to celebrate its 40-year career. The Toronto band, which started in 1984, will kick off its Blue Rodeo 'Lost Together' – The 40th Anniversary Tour this fall in Western Canada before making its way across the country for a planned 27 concert dates. The tour will reflect on the 12-time Juno Award-winning band's four decades of music. The shows will pull from Blue Rodeo's impressive catalogue of music, which includes 16 full-length studio albums, a greatest hits album, and more. 'Success seemed real when we were entertaining people in The Horseshoe in our hometown of Toronto. That was the top of the heap for us,' Jim Cuddy reflected in a news release about the tour. 'When you look back, you realize it's just been this beautiful dream.' Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The band will be joined for all dates on the tour by Canadian singer-songwriter Adam Baldwin. Here are a few things to know about the upcoming concerts. When does the tour start? The Blue Rodeo 40th Anniversary Tour kicks off Oct. 1 at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium in Calgary. The tour wraps with two nights at the Massey Hall in Toronto on Jan. 24, 2026. When does Blue Rodeo play Vancouver? Blue Rodeo is set to take the stage at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver on Oct. 7 and 8. Where are the other tour dates in B.C.? Following the two dates at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver, Blue Rodeo will play two additional dates in B.C. The band will head to Vancouver Island for a show at the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre in Victoria on Oct. 9. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Then, they will head to the Okanagan for a date at Prospera Place in Kelowna on Oct. 11. See the full list of tour dates below: Oct. 1/2 – Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, Calgary Oct. 4/5 – Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, Edmonton Oct. 7/8 – Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver Oct. 9 – Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, Victoria Oct. 11 – Prospera Place, Kelowna Oct. 14 – TCU Place, Saskatoon Oct. 16/17 – Burton Cummings Theatre, Winnipeg Oct. 18 – Westoba Place At The Keystone Centre, Brandon, MB Oct. 21 – Thunder Bay Community Auditorium, Thunder Bay, ON Oct. 23 – GFL Memorial Gardens, Sault Ste. Marie, ON Oct. 24 – Sadlon Arena, Barrie, ON Nov. 7 – Avenir Centre, Moncton, NB Nov. 8 – Scotiabank Centre, Halifax, NS Nov. 9 – TD Station, Saint John, NB Nov. 14 – FirstOntario Concert Hall, Hamilton, ON Nov. 15 – Canada Life Place, London, ON Nov. 20 – Slush Puppie Place, Kingston, ON Nov. 21/22 – National Arts Centre, Ottawa Dec. 27 – Tribute Communities Centre, Oshawa, ON Jan. 17 – Place des Arts, Montreal Jan. 23/24, 2026 – Massey Hall, Toronto This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Tickets for the upcoming tour are available now for presale for Blue Rodeo Fan Club members on Additional presale tickets go on sale via Ticketmaster throughout this week with general tickets sales going live on June 6 at 10 a.m. Read More Love concerts, but can't make it to the venue? Stream live shows and events from your couch with VEEPS, a music-first streaming service now operating in Canada. Click here for an introductory offer of 30% off. 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