KINDRED BROTHERS" featuring DEBBIE ADSHADE

Peter Kindred-acoustic/electric/ bass
Dave Kindred-lead guitar
Vic McIntyre-drums
Debbie Adshade-vocals

The "Kindred Brothers" have been playing to a packed house and the audience still continues to attend with an obvious enthusiasm for their jazz-blues music.  With almost one hundred and fifty years combined music-playing experience, the members of the band work together like a fine-tuned Swiss watch.  All instrumental members have played throughout Ontario in the sixties, and during the seventies. As well, Peter and Dave Kindred have toured the Maritime Provinces extensively. Peter, Dave and Vic have shared the stage with many artists such as Dutch Mason, Kenny Tobias, Charlie Clark from the Bells, Bobby Vinton, Bobby Cortolla, Frank MacKay, as well as fronting for the Guess Who. This is a short list of the many performers with whom they have shared the stage.  With Ms. Adshade adding her unique and energetic vocal style to the group, audiences are always in for a real treat. Debbie Adshade has been described as an artist of imagery, compassion and beauty. Voice soaring, her stage is a dramatic and soulful setting. She has experienced an eclectic blend of genres and styles as a songwriter, but most importantly as a vocalist. Her craft has developed into a rich and mature offering.   She has performed from Whitehorse to Cape Breton, down the eastern shoreline to Philadelphia and beyond. Debbie has released several CDs during her career, of which two have earned nominations at the East Coast Music Awards (ECMAs).

	Impressionist - FRED LITTLE

.......Comic impressionist has over 200 well known voices for adults and children, he stands alone when it comes to entertaining any group.  Fred Little is one of Canada’s best known impressionist, he has been performing over 200 impressions of people and cartoon characters at conventions, fairs, schools and in commercials.  Over the years he has made children’s records for the US market using original voices and reproducing the voices of many famous Hanna-Barbera television characters.  Mr. Little has performed on shows in Canada and US including: The Merv Griffin, The Tonight Show, and A&E’s An Evening at the Improv, in Los Angeles.  He is a one-time graduate of the Ted Mack Original Amateur Hour television show in New York City and has appeared on top variety shows and at fairs such as: CNE in Toronto, Edmonton’s Klondike Days as well as fundraisers such as The Children’s Miracle Network Telethon at Disneyland in Anaheim, CA.  Mr. Little is also a former ACTRA award winner.

	Donnie And The Monarchs Lee Boyer -Vocals/Guitar Gary Chase-Keyboard Kris McIntyre-Bass Guitar John Mcintyre-Drums ........................................... .Bob Morgan - Lead Guitar   Website: www.donnieandthemonarchs.com

For 25 years Donnie And The Monarchs have delivered a constant stream of classic Rock 'n Roll, in venues across Eastern Canada, becoming a Maritime Rock 'n Roll icon along the way.

2007 is the Silver anniversary for the Monarchs, marking 25 years of playing favorites, from Quebec to Newfoundland, and everywhere in between.

The Monarchs have worked with many legendary performers such as The Beach Boys, Tiny Tim, Freddy Cannon, Dr. Hook, Bobby Day, Tommy Roe, The Coasters, Michelle Wright, Tommy Hunter, John Allen Cameron, the Rankin Family and Canadian Idol finalist Casey LeBlanc.

Noted for a choice of classic dancing favorites from the 50s to the 90s, mixed with great costumes, wild antics and audience participation, The Monarchs demand dancing and singing along, and the feeling is contagious!

The band consists of lead singer and guitarist Lee Boyer, keyboardist Gary Chase, bass guitarist Kris McIntyre, drummer John McIntyre, and lead guitarist Bob Morgan.  

In 2003 the Monarchs added the movie business to their credits, appearing as themselves in Geraldine's Fortune, starring Jane Curtain, Mary Walsh, Shelia McCarthy and Peter McNeil.

	Pianist - Ron Maloney

Ron has played keyboard for several decades in many capacities. Many of his engagements have been solo, particular in the most recent years. In his earlier years, Ron has played with many dance bands including a few in which he was leader.

His solo performances are varied and include such events as receptions, dinners, weddings, an extended time playing at “Top of The Town Restaurant” plus many more. He also plays the music for the Harbour Skating Club, and has done so for many years. For over 10 years he had toured Atlantic Canada, Maine, and beyond with his family group “Shades of Harmony”.

	Born and raised in North Sydney, Cape Breton, with parents native to Newfoundland, Roy can be considered a traditionalist of the band as he was raised on Cape Breton and Newfie tunes. Music is an integral part of Roy's life. Family, friends, and neighbours were often up for a jam session at the Way home. Harry Hibbs, Dick Nowlan, John Allen Cameron, and Stan Rogers are artists Roy considers influential in the development of his own style. Audiences quickly recognize Roy's love of a good time and before you know it, the entire place is having a ball.
	Surrounded by a musical family, whose talent and love for music is well known around his hometown of Rexton, New Brunswick, Dave's love for music has always been and still is a big part of his life. Playing at may gatherings and jams with uncles, cousins and friends honed Dave's performing skills and it shows when he brings the kitchen party to the stage. Playing guitar and singing lead/harmony vocals for years in several local bands and community events has made the stage a comfortable place for Dave to be. Now living in Fredericton, New Brunswick with his young family and playing with Bottoms Up is as Dave says, "Just what the doctor ordered." The progressive style of the Maritime Traditional/Celtic music keeps the house party of the old alive and well. Happy to be surrounded by his away from home musical family and with those familiar sounds of solid music and harmony, all Dave can say is, "Thank You and Bottoms Up!"
	A native Bluenoser, Bob watched as many of his family made their living from the sea. This along with tight family ties moulded Bob into a true east coast Maritimer. Music was always in the Slaunwhite home as night after night the guitars, harmonies and other instruments were brought, bringing to life the music of artists like Hank Williams, Hank Snow, Johnny Cash and John Allen Cameron. It wasn't long before Bob and his brothers were jamming and teaching everyone who came to be friends with them to play guitar. Bob loves the stage and considers the gift of performing an honour. He looks forward to creating many fond memories and stories to pass on to his children and grandchildren.
	Erin began her musical adventures learning classical violin in elementary school. Once her grandfather introduced her to fiddle music, she really began to develop her talent. He took her to her first "fiddle" lesson when she was eleven and immediately she was hooked. She has experimented with various styles of music and is grateful for her classical training, but the alluring sounds of traditional Celtic, Irish and Scottish fiddle are something she cannot escape. Her style is her own. Her music has put her in touch with many other Maritime musicians who share her interests and enthusiasm. Many an hour has been spent sitting toe-to-toe with friends, learning new tunes or coming up with ways to rejuvenate old favourites. Erin is delighted be performing with Bottoms Up.
	Stuart was raised in Oromocto, New Brunswick where he dedicated much of his time learning percussions instruments. Buying his first guitar paved way to learning an assortment of instruments including bass guitar. Stu quickly learned a variety of music styles…everything from country to rock n' roll. Artists such as The Eagles and the late John Denver have influenced his music. Having played in a rock 'n' roll band with Bob for years, co-founding Bottoms Up provided the opportunity to play traditional Maritime music on a regular basis. Music comes naturally to Stuart. He loves the lively atmosphere playing creates and the thrill it brings.
	Originally from Nova Scotia, Dave now resides in Moncton, New Brunswick. Dave grew up around music and it was inevitable that he would end up on stage. He has been playing guitar and singing for over 30 years and has been part of many, many popular bands in the Maritimes throughout the years. He has also been on several recordings doing harmony vocals along with some radio commercials as well. Dave has been called a musician's musician. He takes his music seriously and won't settle for anything but the best and it shows when you hear him sing & play. The stage is second nature to Dave and he loves the fact that he can now play in a band with his long-time friend Stuart and his brother Bob. As Dave puts it "...such a pleasure.....it's wicked fun".
	Website -http://www.bottoms-up-band.com

	Shanklin Road Dawn Ellis-Vocals Joyce Miller-Vocals Lisa Bennett-Vocals

Meet Shanklin Road, New Brunswick's newest Country Music Group. The group is made up of 3 female singers, sisters, Dawn Ellis and Joyce Miller and their good long time friend, Lisa Bennett. The girls were part of the great Bluegrass Band, Blacks Mountain. Donna Bennett was the fourth member who retired from Black's Mountain. While they were members of Black's Mountain, they won many awards, including East Coast Bluegrass Awards, for Vocal group, composer, entertainer, best recording and female artist as well got two ECMA nominations.
They opened for many popular bands including Jason MacCoy and The Lynn Morris Band. After Black's Mountain broke up after 17 years, Shanklin Road was formed, and they concentrated on Country Music. They began writing country music songs, and decided to record their debut album, which is entitled, Don't Forget The Rain.

Once released in 2004, the album took off with over 50 country music radio stations in Canada supporting their music. Since the songs went over so well on radio, the girls have been busy with their high-energy fun-filled stage on the road. Their songs have reached many radio stations in Europe to date.

Just recently, Shanklin Road were nominated for ECMA 2005 country recording of the year and were chosen to showcase at the 2005 ECMA conference on February 17. The girls are on the move and rave reviews are pouring in regarding their debut album, Don't Forget About The Rain. The girls make it known, even though they are billed as a country act, they will always hang on to those bluegrass roots that continue to influence their lives and their music.

Shanklin Road's Debut CD---DON'T FORGET ABOUT THE RAIN

	Paula McNeil

My name is Paula McNeil. Ive served as a Committee Member, Talent Scout, Emcee, and a Promoter for a variety of Events and Festivals around New Brunswick. I also have been a Judge for the 2008 season of Maritime Idol. Right now I am the Creator and Director my own website for Spiritual Networking for Global Sacred Events & Services. Im very passionate about being a Public Speaker. One thing I am working toward is teaching Personal Development Workshops with a Spiritual twist. Visit my website at: www.SacredLivingCircle.com