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CNE Bandshell Concerts 2019
The CNE is just around the corner in August. Lots to do there. In the evenings there are great Concerts held at the CNE Bandshell. The following is a list performers in 2019. All Programming Subject to Change. Always confirm with the CNE when purchasing your tickets.
Fri Aug 16:
– Spencer Burton opens at around 7:30 pm
– Burton Cummings and Band.
Sat Aug 17: Woodstock Tribute Weekend
– A Little Piece of My Heart – Janis Joplin Tribute – starts at around 2:30 pm
– Green River Revival – a CCR Tribute band – 3:30pm
– Everyday People – Tribute to Sly and the Family Stone – 4:30pm
– The Last Waltz – a tribute to the Band – 7:30pm
Sun Aug 18: Woodstock Tribute Weekend continues
– Abraxas – tribute to Carlos Santana – 2:30pm
– Mars Hotel – a tribute to The Grateful Dead – 3:30pm
– Mad Dogs and the Englishman – tribute to Joe Cocker and Leon Russell – 4:30pm
– Woodstock 50th Anniversary Band – 7:30pm
Mon Aug 19:
– in the evening The Standstills will open at 7:30pm
– then Rival Sons will hit the Bandshell stage. They have toured with the Stones and GnR
Video Courtesy of the RivalSons YouTube channel
Tue Aug 20:
– Ryan James opening at 7:30pm
– Johnny Orlando
Wed Aug 21:
– Jay Douglas Opening at 7:30pm
– Ken Boothe
Thu Aug 22:
– Tyler Shaw and Delaney Jane – starts at 7:30pm
Fri Aug 23:
– Cory James Mitchell Band open at 7:30pm
– April Wine – they have been performing for 50 years.
Video courtesy of the UniDisc Music YouTube channel
Sat Aug 24:
– Jann Arden performs – starting at 7:30pm
Sun Aug 25:
– Meghan Patrick and Aaron Goodvin – starting at 7:30pm
Video courtesy of the Meghan Patrick YouTube channel
Mon Aug 26:
– Logan Staats – opens at 7:30pm
– Buffy Sainte-Marie
Tues Aug 27:
– Boy Story – a Chinese Hip-Hop group – starting at 7:30pm
Wed Aug 28:
– Ossie Gurley and The Truth opening – starting at 7:30pm
– David Rudder and The Contraband
Thu Aug 29:
– Dave Sampson opening – starting at 7:30pm
– Howard Jones
Fri Aug 30:
– Jon Vinyl Opens – starting at 7:30pm
– MAGIC!
Video courtesy of the MAGIC! YouTube channel
Sat Aug 31:
– Gabriela Bee opens – starting at 7:30pm
– Walk Off The Earth
Sun Sept 01:
– nêhiyawak opens – starting at 7:30pm
– A Tribe Called Red
Posted by Vincent Banial
CNE Midway Stage concerts 2016
We had already posted about the CNE Bandshell Concerts for 2016. The CNE Midway Stage concerts just became available. I love shooting bands on the Midway Stage. Great lighting.
CNE Midway Stage Concerts 2016:
Aug 19 The Fraser Melvin Band 3pm and 6pm
Aug 19 Destroyer 7:30pm and 11pm
Aug 20 The Jade Monkeys 3pm and 6pm
Aug 21 Gyles 3pm and 6pm
Aug 21 Community Soul Connection 7:30pm and 11pm
Aug 22 Gyles 3pm and 6pm
Aug 22 Strange Magic (ELO tribute band) 7:30pm and 11pm
Aug 23 LMT Connection 3pm and 6pm
Aug 23 Sugar Heat 7:30pm and 11pm
Aug 24 LMT Connection 3pm and 6pm
Aug 24 Ferraro 7:30 and 11pm
Aug 25 Tony Paglia and the Nomads 3pm and 6pm
Aug 25 The Phil Naro Band 7:30pm and 11pm
Aug 26 Tony Paglia and The Nomads 3pm and 6pm
Aug 26 Thriller Canada 7:30pm and 11pm
Aug 27 Sons Of Rhythm 3pm and 6pm
Aug 27 The Rattles (The Beatles tribute band) 7:30pm and 11pm
Aug 28 Sons Of Rhythm 3pm and 6pm
Aug 28 The Honeyrunners 7:30pm and 11pm
Aug 29 Greg Wyard Band 3pm and 6pm
Aug 29 Groovestone 7:30pm and 11pm
Aug 30 Greg Wyard Band 3pm and 6pm
Aug 30 Hot Rocks (Rolling Stones tribute band) 7:30pm and 11pm
Aug 31 Lost Patients 3pm and 6pm
Aug 31 Wednesday’s Engine 7:30pm and 11pm
Sep 01 Lost Patients 3pm and 6pm
Sep 01 The Weber Brothers 6:30pm and 10:30pm
Sep 02 Alex Pangman & Her Alleycats 3pm and 6pm
Sep 02 Shawn Brady and the Northern Sons 7:30 and 11pm
Sep 03 Alex Pangman & Her Alleycats 3pm and 6pm
Sep 03 Wanted (Bon Jovi tribute band) 7:30pm and 11pm
Sep 04 The Carpet Frogs 3pm and 6pm
Sep 04 The Proud Sons 7:30pm and 11pm
Sep 05 The Carpet Frogs 3pm and 6pm
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Posted by: Vincent Banial
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Photo of a Poster from the 1885 edition of what is now the CNE – Canadian National Exhibition
Back in 1879 the Toronto Industrial Exhibition was born.
That name stayed until 1912 when the Toronto Industrial Exhibition was officially renamed the Canadian National Exhibition.
The photo is of a poster for the Toronto Industrial Exhibition from 1885. Neat time capsule.
Photo is courtesy of the Canadian National Exhibition facebook page
Posted by: Vincent Banial for Uniquely Toronto
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Lets Go To The EX. Mark your calendars, The Canadian National Exhibition is coming soon
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Posted by: Vincent Banial for Uniquely Toronto
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CNE Concerts 2014 – Midway Stage
The CNE Midway at night. Photo courtesy of The CNE
I was down at the CNE grounds earlier today to get our Media Pass. Final touches were being done. Tomorrow The EX opens for another historic season.Music has always been a theme at the CNE. Along with the Bandshell Stage, you can catch more great bands and musicians at the Midway Stage.
So here is CNE Midway Stage concert listing for 2014: Continue reading
Platinum Blonde to rock the CNE Bandshell stage on Fri Aug 22
Platinum Blonde. Photo Credit CLiK CLiK Vic
On Fri Aug 22, the CNE Bandshell will host Platinum Blonde, one of Canada’s hottest bands of the 1980s.. You’ll get to hear ‘Crying Over You” and Standing in the Dark” and many other favorites, performed live.
Dwayne Gretzky will be the opening act that evening.
Video is courtesy of the AFTERLIGT FILMS YouTube channel
Tom Cochrane to perform at the CNE Bandshell on Sat Aug 30
Tom Cochrane with Jeff Jones. Photo courtesy of CLiK CLiK Vic
Yes, Life is a Highway so mark your calendars for the evening of Saturday Aug 30th. That’s when Canadian Rocker Tom Cochrane hits the stage at the CNE Bandshell.
Every year the Canadian National Exhibition features great musical talents on assorted stages around the CNE grounds. The CNE Bandshell stage gives fans an opportunity to get up close and more personal, while they see and hear their favorite Bands and Musicians.
Tom Cochrane with Red Rider. Photo courtesy of CLiK CLiK Vic
Tom Cochrane was born in Lynn Lake, Manitoba. After a number of hit songs and a Juno Award, his name and music are known around the globe. You can read a good Bio on his iTunes page.
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CNE Bandshell Concerts 2014
CNE Princess gates – historic photo courtesy of the CNE
CNE Bandshell Concert dates. All shows listed will start at 7:30pm:
Aug 15 Fri Down With Webster. Outasight will be the opening act.
Aug 16 Sat The Mavericks.
Aug 17 Sun Kailah Kher.
Aug 19 Tue Christopher Cross. Ash & Bloom will open.
Aug 20 Wed The Mighty Diamonds. Jay Douglas and Paoblo Paul will open.
Aug 21 Thurs Jose Feliciano
Aug 22 Fri Platinum Blonde. with Dwayne Gretzky opening.
Aug 23 Sat Gord Bamford. Tebey will open.
Aug 24 Sun The Orchestra – made up of former members of Electric Light Orchestra. Francesco Yates to open.
Aug 26 Tue These Kids Wear Crowns. Eleven Past One will be te middle act. Opening the night will be PRTY H3RO
Aug 27 Wed April Wine with Bleeker Ridge opening.
Aug 28 Thurs Hanson. Opening act will be The Seasons
Aug 29 Fri The Hicks. Kira Isabella and Abrams Brothers will open.
Aug 30 Sat Tom Cochrane. Autumns Cannon is the opening act.
Aug 31 Sun Rising Star Talent Competition Finals. Starts at 7pm
Click on this line to view of 2014 CNE Concerts list for the Midway Stage.
Posted by Vincent Banial for Uniquely Toronto
Disclaimer: All shows, dates and time listed above are subject to change without notice.
Photos of Theory of a Deadman in concert, at the CNE Bandshell
Photo of Tyler Connolly on Vocals and Joey Dandeneau on Drums with Theory of a Deadman performing at the CNE Bandshell. Photo credit ccvic.zenfolio.com
The CNE Bandshell saved the best for last. On Saturday Aug 31, Canadian rockers Theory of a Deadman performed in the final concert of the 2013 CNE Bandshell concert season. Continue reading
More photos of the Big Wreck concert at the CNE Bandshell
Photo of Brian Doherty on Double Neck Guitar with Big Wreck. Photo credit ccvic.zenfolio.com
Since there seemed to be a lot of interest in the prior post of photos of Big Wreck in concert at the CNE Bandshell, I post processed a few more pics. Continue reading
Photos of Marshall Dane performing at the CNE Midway Stage
Photo of Marshall Dane performing at the CNE Midway Stage. Photo credit ccvic.zenfolio.com
On Aug 28th Marshall Dane took over the CNE Midway Stage. His music melds country and rock into something rather special. Continue reading
Photos of Big Wreck in concert at the CNE Bandshell
Photo of Ian Thornley Lead Singer and Guitarist along with Paulo Neta on Lead Guitar, both with Big Wreck performing at the CNE Bandshell. Photo credit ccvic.zenfolio.com
On Aug 28 Big Wreck rolled into Toronto to play at the CNE Bandshell. During show setup I was amazed at the number of different guitars, that were being checked. Behind the Drummer’s pod, along the whole rear of the stage were racks of guitars. Continue reading
Photos of DESTROYER in concert at the CNE Midway Stage
Photo of Moe Rotondi on Bass with DESTROYER. Photo credit ccvic.zenfolio.com
Destroyer played at the CNE Midway Stage on Aug 24 2013. This stage is setup much like a huge outdoor bar. The Beer Garden has lots of tables to get together with friends and enjoy some great music. Continue reading
Photos of Dragonette in concert at the CNE Bandshell
Photo of Dragonette in concert at the CNE Bandshell. Photo credit ccvic.zenfolio.com
Sunday evening Dragonette took to the stage at the CNE Bandshell. So called “electronic” bands have caught on in a big way. For me it’s still unusual to not to see a guitar player or even a bass player on the stage. Continue reading
Photos of USS (Ubiquitous Synergy Seeker) in concert at the CNE Bandshell
Photo of USS in concert at the CNE Bandshell. Photo credit ccvic.zenfolio.com
USS is short for Ubiquitous Synergy Seeker. The band is made up of two guys. Ashley Buchholz is their main vocalist and guitarist. Jason Parsons handles the turntable, computer beat, background vocals and banter with the audience. At the CNE Bandshell concert there was also someone banging on Drums. Continue reading
Photos of Lou Gramm in concert at the CNE Bandshell in Toronto
Photo of Lou Gramm in concert at the CNE Bandshell. photo credit Vincent Banial for Uniquely Toronto
Do you remember the following songs playing on the radio in the late 70s and early 80s: I Want To Know What Love Is, Hot Blooded, Juke Box Hero, Feels Like The First Time, Urgent and Cold as Ice. There were more songs, sixteen top 30 hits. The band was Foreigner. The voice singing those hits, was none other than Lou Gramm. Continue reading
Marshall Dane to perform at the CNE on Aug 28 at the Midway Stage
Photo of Marshall Dane. Photo credit ccvic.zenfolio.com
Marshall Dane recently performed in Toronto, where the photos in this post were taken. I mention that show because he was unable to walk four days before that gig. He was undergoing Physio Therapy. That did not stop him from showing up and putting on a great show, full of energy. Continue reading
CNE Bandshell Concerts listing for Aug 16 thru to Sep 02 2013
UPDATE Aug 2014 : The list in this post is from 2013. Click on this line to view the CNE Bandshell Concert listing for 2014.
The grande lady is about to return to Toronto. Yes, the CNE is almost here. I was going thru the list of Musicians which will be performing at the Bandshell Stage. Continue reading
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