November has a ton to offer for live music in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Big shows in big venues, and even some big shows in small venues. What a great time to get out and enjoy the music! Here is just a taste of what’s coming up.
The 24th Street Wailers at Showplace in Peterborough on November 4
Looking for a “can’t miss” show to kick off the first week of local music in November? I have one for you right off the bat: The 24th Street Wailers hit Showplace Performance Centre (290 George St. N., Peterborough, 705-742-7469) on Wednesday, November 4th at 8 p.m.
This band delivers high-energy blues mixed with rockabilly, along with the fantastic front-woman/drummer skills of Lindsay Beaver. Tickets are only $28, a cheap ticket for world-class blues music.
Get your tickets at the Showplace Box Office or online at www.showplace.org.
“The Pleasure’s All Mine” – The 24th Street Wailers
Oliver Swain’s Big Machine at The Theatre on King in Peterborough on November 4
Also on November 4th, Oliver Swain’s Big Machine will be playing at TTOK – The Theatre on King (159 King Street, Peterborough) beginning at 8 p.m.
Oliver Swain is a real cool old-timey yet completely original act. He’s either playing banjo or bowed bass and his songs are the best kind of different. Beautiful melodies throughout. A true folk artist who brings something special to the table.
Tickets are $15 at the door. TTOK is located in the parking lot behind The Wolf/Fresh studio in downtown Peterborough.
“Take Me Up” – Oliver Swain’s Big Machine
Oliver Swain’s Big Machine at the 2014 Winnipeg Folkfest
Elvyn at The Oxford in Peterborough on November 7
Peterborough band Elvyn have been working hard for several years on their brand new album Valley of the Kilowatt Hour. On Saturday, November 7th, they’ll release the album at The Oxford Parlour and Patio (172 Simcoe St., Peterborough, 705-874-1111).
Elvyn are a groovy yet rockin’ band with poppy hooks and an underlying country essence. Tickets to the release show are only $10 and are available at the door.
Doors open at 8 p.m., with Benjamin Reines and The Blood Machine Band kicking off the show.
Making Bacon and a Record with Elvyn
Benjamin Reines
Current Swell at the Market Hall in Peterborough on November 10
Check out some upbeat folk rock with Victoria BC’s Current Swell at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre (140 Charlotte St., Peterborough, 705-749-1146) on Tuesday, November 10th.
The band is touring the release of their fifth full-length album Ulysses, released worldwide by Nettwerk Records. The band has pretty eclectic mix of styles: acoustic rock, blues, and sometimes tinged with reggae, surf, and jam.
The show costs $20 for regular seats ($25 at the door) and $25 for cabaret seating ($30 at the door).
Tickets are available at the Market Hall Box Office or online at www.markethall.org. Ticket are also available (cash only) at Moondance (425 George St. N., Peterborough, 705-742-9425).
“Rollin” – Current Swell
Evening Hymns at the Gordon Best in Peterborough on November 13
The Peterborough Folk Festival was great this past summer and heads into the winter with some excellent shows coming up throughout the chilly season in hopes of warming up music lovers. I will definitely let you know about upcoming ones.
The first of these shows is on Friday, November 13th and will feature past-Peterborough resident Jonas Bonnetta in his mellow, layered, beautiful music project Evening Hymns, along with Ottawa’s Kalle Mattson.
This show is at theGordon Best Theatre (216 Hunter St. W., Peterborough, 705-876-8884) with a cost of $15. Start the winter season off right, with excellent music in a beautiful space.
“Rescue Teams” – Evening Hymns
“Avalanche” – Kalle Mattson
Gord Kidd and the OrangaTwangs at the Dominion Hotel in Minden on November 15
Get out for some good ol’ classic country with Gord Kidd and the OrangaTwangs at the Dominion Hotel (113 Main St., Minden, 705-286-6954) on Sunday, November 15th from 4 to 7 p.m.
Gord is a popular singer-songwriter from the Haliburton area who performs regularly at the Dominion Hotel. This should be a great show in an excellent venue! No cover.
Gord Kidd
Andy White at The Spill in Peterborough on November 16
Andy’s songs drift from humorous to heart-wrenching to political and they always come from an honest place. He’s touring Canada this winter with his brand new album How Things Are in tow.
Tickets will be available at the door. The show begins at the work-night-friendly time of 8 p.m.
Andy White Live in the Lounge Room
Petunia at The Garnet in Peterborough on November 18
The one and only Petunia returns to Peterborough to play The Garnet (231 Hunter St. W., Peterborough, 705-874-0107) on Wednesday, November 18th at 10pm. His voice and his songs are top notch. From yodeling to soulful, familiar to the most unique tune you’ve ever heard. Petunia is a true artist and one of Canada’s musical gems. His shows are always worth the price of admission, everytime.
If you’re in the Maynooth area, you can also catch Petunia at The Arlington Pub (32990 Highway 62, Maynooth, 613-338-2080) at 9 p.m. on Saturday, November 21.
“Inside of You” – Petunia
Two Minute Miracles at The Garnet in Peterborough on November 22
London Ontario band Two Minute Miracles will make a rare appearance in Peterborough on Sunday, November 22nd at The Garnet (231 Hunter St. W., Peterborough, 705-874-0107).
The band was formed all the way back in 1995. Describing themselves as alt-country-ish/harmonic pop, the group is fronted by esteemed record producer Andy Magoffin.
Jill Staveley will open the show, which begins at 9 p.m. Don’t miss it folks!
“The Bee Hell” – The Two-Minute Miracles
Jill Staveley on TVCogeco’s Junction 28
Oxford Blue and Richard Inman at The Garnet in Peterborough on November 24
There’s a great double bill at The Garnet (231 Hunter St. W., Peterborough, 705-874-0107) on Tuesday, November 24th.
London Ontario’s Oxford Blue brings old-time country charm with new elements and great lyrics. Winnipeg’s Richard Inman has some country charm, as well with some of the rough edges and urban truths of the Prairie city.
I just met Richard in Winnipeg and he is excited to hit Peterborough for the first time.
The show will start around 9 p.m. with tickets available at the door. Enjoy!
“Lead Me Away” – Oxford Blue
Richard Inman at the 2014 Winnipeg Folk Festival
The Irish Rovers at Showplace in Peterborough on November 25
Legends! They’ve been together in a band for 50 years! The Irish Rovers come to Peterborough on Wednesday, November 25th at 8pm at Showplace Performance Centre (290 George St. N., Peterborough, 705-742-7469).
Jigs, reels, classic Irish vibes with stories that stretch back to the 1960s.
Tickets are $43 and are available at the Showplace Box Office or online at www.showplace.org.
The Irish Rovers – 50th Anniversary Tour
Steve Hackett at Academy Theatre in Lindsay on November 27
The set will span Hackett’s musical history, from his first solo album Voyage of the Acolyte (celebrating its 40th anniversary) to his new solo record Wolflight, as well as classics from Genesis. This will be a great show!
Tickets are $109 for orchestra or $79 for balcony seats. VIP tickets are also available for $159, which includes a pre-show meet and greet, autograph session, and more.
Tickets are available at the Academy Theatre Box Office, by phone at 705-324-9111, or online at www.academytheatre.ca.
40th Anniversary Acolyte to Wolflight with Genesis Revisited Tour
Steve Hackett – Genesis Revisited Live At Hammersmith 2013
