Bluebird North – Where Writers Sing and Tell
The Songwriters Association of Canada presents
BLUEBIRD NORTH
Where Writers Sing and Tell
Live in the nation’s capital!
Wednesday February 3, 2010
The National Arts Centre, Fourth Stage
(Northeast corner of Queen and Elgin Streets)
7:30 pm
Tickets available at the NAC Box Office ($15/$12 for SAC members)
http://www.nac-cna.ca/en/boxoffice/tickets.cfm
Featuring:
Lynne Hanson
Steve Marriner
Kelly Prescott
Matthew de Zoete
Bluebird North is an intimate, interactive musical showcase that brings together some of Canada’s most inspiring songwriters to share their songs and stories. On February 3rd, 2010, Bluebird North is presenting a diverse group of Canadian song writing talent in the nation’s capital. Ottawa is proud to present host Amanda Rheaume along with star-studded cast including: Lynne Hanson (winner of 2006 Blues Award for the Ontario Council of Folk Festivals “Songs from the Heart” contest), Steve Marriner (2010 Maple Blues Award for Male Vocalist of The Year), Kelly Prescott (regular airplay on CBC 2 Morning and Radio 2 Drive as well as the U.S. syndicated radio show, “Altville”) and Matthew de Zoete (a sweet tenor as piercingly pleasant as Mississippi John Hurt or the young Alex Chilton). Be sure not to miss the Ottawa performance in this intimate setting.
Bluebird North: Where Writers Sing and Tell is produced by Amanda Rheaume for the Songwriters Association of Canada. For more information on the S.A.C.’s mandate, activities and membership programs please visit www.songwriters.ca
Bluebird North is endorsed by the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville.
For media interviews, accreditation or any other information please contact:
Will Cook, (819) 776-1996 or william.cook@videotron.ca
ABOUT THE PERFORMERS
Ottawa-born Lynne Hanson has been attracting critical praise since the release of her debut CD Things I Miss in late 2006. The song “River By My Side” from that disc won the 2006 Blues Award for the Ontario Council of Folk Festivals “Songs from the Heart” contest, while the title track was chosen as one of the best songs of 2006 by the Indie Acoustic Music Project. Some call it country, some call it roots-and-blues, others call it rough around-the-edges folk. Lynne Hanson calls her musical style by her own name: porch music with a little Texas red dirt. It’s a sound that’s been receiving rabid applause from enamoured critics and devoted fans in Canada, the US Southwest, Europe and Australia. Accompanied by fine instrumentation and blessed with a soulful voice that’s been compared to Gillian Welch, Lucinda Williams and Mary Chapin Carpenter, Hanson is one of the most captivating female singer-songwriters on the Americana scene today. www.lynnehanson.com
Steve Marriner is a multi-instrumentalist, widely recognized as one of Canada’s premier harmonica players. He has toured, recorded and performed internationally with artists like Harry Manx, Sue Foley and MonkeyJunk. In addition to his 2007 debut, Going Up, Steve has appeared on a number of artists’ recordings including Harry Manx, David Gogo, Trevor Alguire, and Steve Dawson. In January 2009 Steve was honoured with 2008 Maple Blues Award for “Harmonica Player of The Year.” This year Steve has received two more Maple Blues Award nominations: (has WON!) Harmonica Player of The Year and Male Vocalist of The Year. www.stevemarriner.com
Kelly Prescott possesses a rich, bluesy voice well beyond her years. Being raised in a musical household has given Kelly the confidence and ease to pursue her own musical goals. She is a third generation performer, from both sides of the family, and this has given Kelly the roots and foundation to follow her heart into music. In April, 2009 she and brother, Kaylen recorded their debut album under the name of “Prescott”. The CD has garnered great reviews as well as performances at Ottawa Bluesfest, along with shows from Vancouver to Montreal. The duo has had regular airplay on CBC 2 Morning with Tom Allen and Radio 2 Drive with Rich Terfry, play on Bob Harris and Karen Millers BBC 2 shows in the UK, and the U.S. syndicated radio show, “Altville”.
http://www.myspace.com/kellyprescottmusic
Combining elements of pop, rock, and folk music, Matthew de Zoete writes songs built on strong melodies and honest lyrics. The 27-year-old from Hamilton, Ontario, approaches his craft much like an Old World artisan, applying a loving hand to songs whose melodic invention and attention to detail consistently catch the listener off guard. Extensive touring throughout North America and Europe have earned the Hamilton musician a reputation for intelligent songwriting and dynamic performances, as well as comparisons to Nick Drake and Elliott Smith. Matthew has released two albums: Across the Sea (2006) and Bottom of the World (2008). www.matthewdezoete.com
Ottawa Tonite will be covering this fantastic event at the NAC on February 3rd, and will be sharing the experience with you!
You can look forward to interviews and clips and a first-hand account of the “Bluebird North” experience!
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