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Stephen Barry Band The Stephen Barry Band performs for free September 2nd, starting at 7 pm, to kick off the 17th annual Vancouver Island Blues Bash. This band’s reputation as one of the best Canadian blues ensembles has long been established; over the past 25 years, they’ve performed with legends such as John Lee Hooker, Bo Diddley, Big Moose Walker, Buddy Guy, and more. www.jazzvictoria.com |
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Blues Bash The Vancouver Island Blues Bash (September 3 – 5) is a three-day festival that features all styles of blues and R&B. Every afternoon during the Labour Day Weekend, at Ship Point, take in free performances (beginning at noon): Sept. 3 – The Housecats w/ Rockland Moran, Summer & The Sinners, The Roper Show, David Vest Band; Sept. 4 – Victoria Soul Gospel Choir, Gary Preston Band, Sandy Bone & The BreakDown, Bill Johnson Band; Sept. 5 – Deb Rhymer Band, Jason Buie Band, The Midnights. Two ticketed shows are featured: the Charlie Musselwhite Band (Sept. 3) and the Lucky Peterson Band (Sept. 4th). www.jazzvictoria.com |