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Submitted by Lee Fraser – This is a tale of bitter cold and welcoming warmth. Somehow, here in Toronto, the right light bulb went on over the right head. Winterfolk is the creation of Brian Gladstone. Having spent most of his life in the corporate world, it seems that Brian chose to explore his creative side […]
This is one of the great rewards for any artist – the ability, opportunity, and privilege to use our voice and stage to make a positive difference in the world. This photo was taken at the Folk Music Ontario conference yesterday just after my ArtsCan Circle fundraising set. Pictured is the gracious and humble Mike […]
Reprinted from Toronto Moon Magazine – On the fourth Sunday of each month for the past nearly half-year, elegant Folk songwriter and genial host Glen Hornblast has been shepherding a stellar showcase series that brings together several talented Roots/Country artists to each do a set as part of his Nashville Bound series at Free Times […]
In this issue: • 45 Years after Woodstock Radio Hour Aug 16 • Nashville Bound Songwriters Series Aug 24 • Benefit Concert for Arts Can Circle Sep 20 • Nashville Tour – House Concert in Franklin TN Oct 25 45 Years after Woodstock Radio Hour Aug 16 I will be sitting in with Danny Marks onBluz Fm on JAZZ.FM91 on Aug […]
Well another totally awesome talent filled session last Saturday at the Black Swan Tavern . The great Players included the lovely Roger Zuraw, Jo-Anne Park , Chris Welsh, Steve Raiken, Bela Ray, Dwight Peters (Mr.Sue Peters), Jerry Rush, Vadim Korolitsky, Axe Arthur Renwick & Pat, Glen Hornblast , Kevin Norman and more. Thanks especially to Tony Quarrington guitar ACE who stuck around all afternoon and did a great solo […]
Getting ready for our next edition of Saturdays the The Swan tomorrow, April 11. I just got a call from my buddy Tony Quarrington to let me know he will be coming down tomorrow to play some guitar and join in the fun. Every Saturday at the Black Swan at 2:00 in the Afternoon Join […]
Certainly another stellar afternoon of music at the Black Swan! Players included Roger Zuraw, David McLaughlan, Jerry Rush, Cindy Dell and Sue Leonard, Jo-Anne Park, Mark Denington, Peter Malloy, Axe and Pat (aka Ami and Pot), Bill Isen with Leon on guitar, Paul Jones, Pete Otis, Bela Ray, Harpin’ Norm, Robin Guitar with Ed the […]
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Yes that’s right I’m moving, there is lots of stock, and I would rather sell them than move them! CD’s are $10.00 ea or Bundle of 4 for $30.00 includes personal autograph Shipping added to order – will send to Canada or USA, or you can pick them up at my weekly Saturday show […]
Well it looks like we will finally have some spring weather over the weekend, finally! I was playing guitar with Tony Quarrington this afternoon at my place, and we had such a great time he wants to continue the jam session tomorrow at Saturday Sessions at the Swan. I'm sure he will be happy to sit […]
What a great day of music and community at the Swan last Saturday March 21. Performers inlucded Roger Zuraw, Gary Larocca, Rent Party, Mark Denington, Bela Ray, Dan McLean Jr, Bill Isen, Dougie, Laryy Sulky, Glen Hornblast, Pat Orton, Axe Renfrew, James Sloan, Pete Otis, Harpin Norm Lucien the harmonica guru, and a few more! In […]
Spring is in the air, the snow melting, and what better way is there to spend a Saturday afternoon than making music at the Swan. It all happens again tomorrow March 22, hope you can join us for a great afternoon of friends and music. See you at the Swan. All the details are here […]
Come out and play some tunes or come out to just enjoy the music Every Saturday at the Black Swan at 2:00 in the Afternoon Join us for an intimate afternoon of great acoustic music, every Saturday. We want to create a place for artists, friends, and fans to hang out. We are looking to […]
The 'But …..' is below … Once again there was certainly no shortage of talent and the Black Swan for 'Saturday Sessions' yesterday. Players included Jo-Anne Park, Terry Hart, Mark Dennington, James Sloan, Sany Greenberg with Thomas Cormier, Bela Ray, Michael Cuddy and Sarah Ives, and of course Axe & Pat who are now calling […]
Dr B’s Acoustic Medicine Show is taking a break over the Summer and will resume in September 2015 View Image Gallery Saturdays at the Freetimes Cafe Every Saturday at the Freetimes Cafe 2:00 in the Afternoon. Join us for an intimate afternoon of great acoustic music, every Saturday. We want to create a place for […]
‘Children Sleep in Snow’ is written and recorded by Brian Gladstone, on my first album called ‘Back to the Dirt, released in 1999. I wrote it after I saw some young teenagers sleeping in the bank machine room in down-town Toronto, on a cold winter’s night. If anyone complains about the winter this year, just […]
Black Swan, Saturday Sessions, Toronto, February 22, 2014 This was recorded live at my weekly Saturday sessions gig. It’s a really safe place to try out new material. As you can see I have still to do a bit of work to clean up the guitar playing on this tune, before I record it. Just […]
Brian Gladstone Interview, V1 Had a chance last week (on a snowy afternoon no less) to sit down with Brian Gladstone and discuss the upcoming Winterfolk Festival. Now in its 12th year the festival features a wide range of musical styles including Zydeco, cajun, blues, roots, and blue grass. Brian talks about the early days […]
