YEG Live Sunday Night Songwriter's Stage

Tonight's show was our last of the season, but we'll be back in September! It was full of fine talent with some great sets. Thanks to everyone for your continued support and... "Never stop believing in the magic of music!" Performing in this show: Feature Performer: Patrick Dunn Rebecca Lappa WyClarify Dean Kheroufi Trevor McNeeley Grace McNeeley Kaley Bird Rob Heath Dylan Greenough & Cory Sutton  

Yep, summertime festival season is upon us as witnessed by the small but appreciative crowd that gathered today. Next week's show will be our last of the season but we'll be back in September! Performing in this show: Feature Performer: Carrie Hryniw Donna Auzins & Murray Schneider Tanner Gordon

A night to be proud of with some great up and coming talent and performers that we all ought to keep our eyes on as their careers take hold! Performing in this show: Feature Performer: Devin Phillips & Justin Wisser (Short of Able) Olivia Rose Rebecca Lappa Brennan Murray Adam Filipchuk The Command Sisters Peter Stone (100 mile house) Emo LeBlanc Ky Babyn

With Heart of the City happening and great shows all over town, it was a pleasure to wind up the weekend with some of our favourite performers and a couple of newcomers that made instant fans! Performing in this show: Feature Performer: Tanner Gordon & The Unfortunates Danielle Knibbe (40:08) Samara Sedmak (55:30) Marcus Reichenbach (1:10:45) Carrie Hryniw (1:26:00) Tim Chesterton (1:46:10) Kaley Bird (2:08:50)

A very engaged and personal audience tonight meant we did a few longer sets. Performing in this show: Feature Performer: Darryl Matthews Jordan Jones Carrie Hryniw Tim Chesterton Must Be Tuesday Rob Heath

Wow nothing was lost tonight with a packed room full of amazing talent... we went overtime and it's a long episode but not one single set disappoints!  Enjoy, and never stop believing in the magic of music! Performing in this show: Feature Performer: Dean Kheroufi Ky Babyn Jonathan Drachenberg Jordan Kaminski Charlotte & Sarah Command The Displaced Islanders Von Killick & Aleisha Vissia Jenny Thai Jessica Marsh Alex Vissia Lyra Brown Brian McLeod Kayla Patrick Erin Faught & Dylan Greenough Peter Stone Kurt Drachenberg Brandon Baker

There was a certain warmth in the room tonight! Performing in this show: Feature Performers: Angela Beltaos (The Martingales) Mia Haddad Rebecca Lappa Dean Kheroufi Phil Holtby Alanna Clarke Trevor Mann Tanner Gordon Natasha Homorodean Sydney McNeil Lesley Pelletier Erica Viegas

Tonight our room was full of young talent and spring is clearly taking root! Performing in this show: Feature Performers:  Zak Keller & Rob Bateman Braden Gates & Bryce Lalonde Kalsey Kulyk & Chris Ben Brown Tanner Gordon & Bryce Thornton Lauren Gillis Brandon Baker Dennis Lakusta & Chris Shauna Sprecht Sherika Dylan Hart

Tonight we had some great young talent alongside our favourite veteran artists. A huge thank you to everyone who came out this week and we look forward to seeing our Ellerslie and Southgate-area friends coming to visit us soon, now that the LRT reaches their neighborhoods! Performing in this show: Feature Performers: Erin Faught & Dylan Greenough Rebecca Lappa Ty Cerda Ashleigh & Nicole Trevor McNeeley Dean Kehroufi Peggy Donnelly Livy Jeanne Jessica Heine Peter Stone Back Porch Swing Rene Collins

Today, it really felt like summer was on its way with all its flourish and bounty.  Was it the talent, or the 20 degree weather? Performing in this show: Feature Performer:  Joe Nolan Kessler Douglas Tanner Gordon Jacqueline Ohm Ky Babyn Shauna Sprecht Jackie Tang Kaley Bird Ariane Lemire Jessica Marsh Dylan Hart Peter Stone

Jeff Ramsey and the entire Fool's Tongue band got us completely warmed up for a great night of original music, with some very surprising new-comers and our favourite performers. Performing in this show: Feature Performer:  Fool's Tongue Rebecca Lappa Dean Kheroufi Tatam Reeves Karen Porkka Tanner Gordon Ryan Smith Jordan Kaminsky Jessica Marsh Joe Nolan Dylan Hart Peter Stone

Tonight was really amazing! Great, great, great talent AND a superbly energetic and engaged full-house audience. We are so proud to be a part of this city's fantastic original songwriting and performance community and so glad to involved. Never stop believing in the magic of music! Performing in this show:   Feature Performer: Martin Kerr Rebecca Lappa Doll Sisters Kayla Patrick Charlotte & Sarah Command Jonathan Drachenberg Swoonshine: Beth Portman & Kevin Smith Laura Bachynski Terry Bachynski Steve Gosse "We The People" Dean Kheroufi Matt Pacific Debbie Spence 100 mile house Must Be Tuesday Tim Chesterton

In this jam-packed episode on the Spring equinox, budding talents and veteran artists shared the stage with some fine original material.  Special thanks to Ty Cerda who opened the night, and a heartfelt show of appreciation to all the performers and their fans! Performing in this show: Rhea opens the show with Rick Mogg Feature Performer: Ty Cerda Gerry Weir Kelsey Weir Kessler Douglas Tanner Gordon w/ Bryce Thornton Lea Beaudoin Zak Keller & Rob Bateman Phil Lyons Poets Lost and Found Ryelee Tim Chesterton Damien Richards

The sun was still shining as we got started today -- a sign that spring is around the corner and that new talents are sure to blossom soon.  Thanks for your continued support of local, independent live music and enjoy the performance! Performing in this show: Feature Performer: Samara Von Rad w/ Byron Matthews Rebecca Lappa Tyler Cerda Adam Holm Our Good Company: Lauren Gillis & Daniel Etoroma Damien Richards Tatam Reeves Sue Decker Rick Mogg Tim Chesterton

We rolled out the red carpet and some fine musicians came out to dazzle us with their amazing talent, including a few first timers!  Thanks for your ongoing support everyone, and never stop believing in the magic of music! Performing in this show: Feature Performer: Ky Babyn Tatum Reeves Randy Smallman Lauren Gillis Rick Mogg Harry Sumantry: Lost & Found Ryan Smith 100 mile house (Denise MacKay & Peter Stone) Tim Chesterton

Rhea's line of the night was, "If you think there's a crowd on Robson Street you oughta be here -- Robson Street got nothing on us!  You couldn't fit another body in here..." Performing in this show: Feature Performer: 100 mile house Darryl Matthews Erin Faught & Dylan Greenough Sebastien King Tim Chesterton OJ Clarke Kevin Smith

Feel the love of original music in this Valentine's Day edition, and the warmth of community on the Family Day long weekend. Performing in this show: Feature Performer: Al Brant John Matthews Charlotte & Sarah Command Jonathan Drachenberg Bruce James Shirley Perry Poets Lost and Found: Rick Mogg & Luke Tracey Newman Sjoerd Meyer Zac Keller

We had a super bowlful of talent tonight with some brand new faces and plenty of familiar ones, too!  She was just back from 59 shows and 10 weeks of touring across Canada, though Kaley Bird didn't show any signs of slowing down one bit, and we were treated to an extraordinary opening performance from this impressive local performer. Folks, never stop believing in the magic of music! Performing in this show: Feature Performer: Kaley Bird Ariane Lemire Tasreen Hudson Braden & Marlee Gates Shawn Jones Dylan Greenough Poets Lost and Found: Rick Mogg & Luke Tracey Newman Marten & Forest Borch Debbie Spence Rob Heath Stan Anderson Zac Keller

Oh the Grammys were on tonight and we'd like to extend a sincere congratulations to all the fine talented musicians who have made it 'big' -- we bet a lot of you you had your start on stages like ours, where up and coming talent can float their original tunes and commune with veteran songwriters and performers.  Tonight's show was a bit shorter but full of talent, like our guest opener Darryl Matthews. Performing in this show: Rhea March opens w/ Jan Randall Feature Performer: Darryl Matthews Rebecca Lappa Emily Schultz Trevor McNeely w/ Grace McNeely Giselle Bowen Matthew Akplu Rick Mogg

A cozy collection of fine talent and their fans.  Thanks for coming out folks, and tell your friends! Performing in this show: Feature Performer: Marty Pawlina Kessler Douglas Tanner Gordon Stan Anderson Bill Bonnah Tim Chesterton

So Hollywood had their superstars on the red carpet and we had some of Edmonton's finest singer songwriter's on our stage.  Thanks to everyone who came out and watch out for some incredible talent next week! Performing in this show: Feature performer: Rob Heath w/ Brad Hardstaff Daniel Moir Edward Blicq Harry Sumantry w/ Brad Hardstaff & Randy Schultz Jordan Norman Alex Vissia Ky Babyn Brandon Baker Tim Chesterton

Happy New Year everyone! We're back for an exciting 2010 full of our favourite veteran performers and great upcoming talent of all ages.  Being Edmonton's first and still only all-original songwriter's stage means that the bar is set high for the calibre of talent that peforms on our stage AND that our audiences are receptive, engaged, and interested.  Thanks to everyone for your ongoing support and for believing in – and sharing – the magic of music! Performing in this show: Adam Holm Kessler Douglas Rebecca Lappa Scott Cook Ty Cerda Drew Malcolm & Lindsay Walker, with Alex Petrosky Tanner Gordon Tim Chesterton Zak Keller Stan Anderson Rob Heath

A steady stream of jaw-dropping talent made their way to out stage to wrap up an exciting year of fabulous local live music.  Never stop believing in the magic of music, Edmonton!  Warmest thoughts and our greetings go out to everyone this season.  We'll be back on January 10, 2010... see you then! Performing in this show: Feature performers: Charlotte & Sarah Command Samantha Killick Von, Gil & Samantha Killick Rebecca Lappa The Plain Janes Mack Long Brenna MacQuarrie Jonathan Drachenberg Tim Chesterton Ty Cerda Damien Richards Jenny Nolan Erin Faught & Dylan Greenhough Joe Nolan

Some rockin' talent rewarded a lively crowd for braving the deep freeze.  Thanks to everyone who came out to support live music in Edmonton! (Apologies for the sound quality at the start of the show.) Performing in this show: Feature performers: Valley Ky Babyn Craig Sephton Erica Viegas Tim Chesterton

A bunch of entertaining and talented performers brought a (temporary) thaw to December's chill. Performing in this show: Paul Cresey & Alexander Chemist Lyra Brown & Brian McLeod Erin K "Valley" Rebecca Lappa Dustin G Craig Sephton w/ Brian McLeod Kevin McNeely Adam Holm Greg Zawaski

We had music lovers and football fans in the house tonight.  Rhea was saddened by the downfall of the Roughies, but buoyed by the great talent we enjoyed tonight.  Maybe we should start our own football team? Performing in this show: Guest Performer: Erin Korthius Gerry Weir Warren Reed & Daylan Wizniuk Jonathan Drachenberg Tanner Gordon Darryl Matthews Ty Cerda Patrik Dunn Damien Richards

The rule held up tonight that the show after the first real snowfall is always a short one.  But while alot of the usual suspects were huddling in at home, we were treated to a great opening performance from Tanner Gordon and his band followed by some fine talent.  Thanks to everyone who came out to support and we'll see you all again next week! Performing in this show: Guest Performer: Tanner Gordon Rebecca Lappa Rhys Berlin Tim Chesterton

The room filled slowly at first, but as folks filtered in we were thrilled to see some favourite performers and regular fans join us.  Before we knew it, the show was going overtime! Performing in this show: Guest Performer:  Rob Taylor Jenna Jacobsen Kessler Douglas Ty Cerda Tatum Williams Jonathan Drachenberg Charlotte & Sarah Command Craig Sephton Scott Cook Soul Psychedelia Tyler Collins Jessica Marsh & Alex Vissia Jen Nolan Joe Nolan with Jen Nolan, Drew Malcolm, and Alex Vissia Damien Richards Lyra Brown & Natacha Homerodean Patrik Dunn

Tonight we had a stunning display of talent tonight starting with a great set by Wool on Wolves.  The crowd was engaged and supportive, and the performers were impressive and entertaining.  Never stop believing in the magic of music! Performing in this show: Guest Opener: Wool on Wolves: Tom Reikie, Brody Irvine, Kevin George Alexandra Basoi & Chase Robin Gannett Kayla Patrick Ty Cerda Zack Keller Steven Wall Craig Septhon Stephen Zerr & Kevin Horvat Rhys Berlin Alexander Chemist Tyler Pacholuk Soul Psychedelia Max & Andy Natacha Homerodean Tim Chesterton

It's like a turnstile of talent!  A great showing of support for these fine performers -- warm smiles and good people to remind us that winter's bite is only as deep as we let it be felt. Performing in this show: Guest Opener: Alanna Clarke Jonathan Drachenberg & Reece Runco Darryl Matthews Lyra Brown & Brian McLeod Dennis Lakusta w/ Brian McLeod James Turner Max Paran & Andy Proskaw Jessica Heine w/ Brennan Cameron Matt Grier w/ Brennan Cameron, Jessica Heine, & Keith Rempel Peggy Donnelly

Tonight was a full house with a fantastic and energetic opening band, followed by a wide range of enthusiastic talent.  Enjoy the performance! Performing in this show: Guest Opener: Paperplanes & Dragonboats Jonathan Drachenburg Gerry Weir Tanner Gordon Reece Runco Erin Korthius Zachary Keller Marty Pawlina Rene Collins Alexander Chemist

Great performances from some very talented musicians made this episode of the Songwriter's Stage a successful night.  Our third ever since moving to The Hydeaway, and our first podcasted episode.  Enjoy the performance! Performing in this show: Rebecca Lappa Sophie Fairweather Sammy Killick & Von Killick Von Kilick Kessler Douglas Brian McNary Adam Holm Craig Sephton Alexander Chemist Kenda Butler & Emma Bodnarek Elias Edlund Alex Vissia

Thank you, everyone. You can watch the (low quality) video online at USTREAM.tv

Our second-last show and the support from all the musicians and their fans speaks for itself.  Thank you everyone... thank you!

This perfect, hot summer's day was followed by the comraderie and fellowship of our community of musicians, and nothing could have been better.  Thanks to everyone for sharing your time and talent, and a sincerely appreciative nod to guest host Tim Chesterton for covering for Rhea, who needed a break after spending 2 full days of volunteering with the fine performers in the U22 repertoire.

An absolutely incredible display of talent with an amazingly appreciative and supportive audience.  Thank you all for sharing your time and your talent with us, and never stop believing in the magic of music...

Tonight we celebrated Father's Day with songs about dads and songs performed with Dad, and a recognition of the values and habits that we've learned from our dads that make us who we are!  Thankfully baldness come from mom's side of the family... listen and you too will believe in the undeniable magic of music!

Energetic and touching, tonight's performances featured some impressive new talent and the continuing refinement of the craft of songwriting and performance from our favourite artists!  There is magic in music, and you'll find it here week after week.  See you again next time!

Lots of fun with some newcomers and folks we haven't seen for a while.  Guest opener Ty Cerda gave a preview of his upcoming show and Rob Heath closed the show with a great performance of two new songs and a favourite from his recent album.  Hey everyone, keep believing in the magic of music!

The energy in tonight's performances is matched only by the enthusiasm of our fans and guests.  Thanks to everyone for coming out and for supporting original tuned in Edmonton!

We're pretty sure the snow is gone for good (well at least until September) and it's time for some summertime fun! The hulbert's patio is revved up and the talent is in full bloom!  Thanks to all the newcomers for checking us out and sharing your time and your talent and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

A beautiful long-weekend evening to welcome some incredible new talent and our best friends and favourite artists. Thanks for being a part of our community and for contributing your time and talent!  And welcome to the kats at Alley Kat for being our new sponsors -- we're glad to have you on board!

It's often said that when the door shuts closed, the window blows wide open, and people actually pay attention... well, the talent that graced our stage blew the doors off the hinges.   From March 2, 2008... enjoy the performance!

Okay so there was a ghost in the works tonight... but I suppose we can claim we were haunted by a creative element.  So many bad puns, so many live music podcasts -- in fact, a whole year's worth!  Thanks for tuning in and sharing the magic of music... enjoy the performance!  

Wow - such incredible talent, and so jam-packed with talent that we had to "rapid-fire" the last hour of the show, with only one song from each amazing performer.  From February 17, 2008... enjoy the performance!

An amazingly inspiring evening packed with talent... but before you knew it, the night was... 'fini'.  P.S.  Spring is just around the corner!

Open mic haiku: In the northern chill / aurora borealis / gives inspiration.  Sunspots lend courage / to open stage newcomers / as they sing their songs.  The creative spark / at hulbert's every Sunday / fills our hearts with warmth.

A night of great talents, and songs of darkness and light, of youth and aging, and of hope and inspiration.  From February 24, 2008... enjoy the performance!

This is our first ever Sunday Night Open Mic podcast episode... enjoy the performance!

A fantastic show, despite the cold, and a lot of new faces in the crowd! Our second all-original-music Sunday Night Open Mic podcast, from February 10, 2008... enjoy the performance!

A rockin' full house with some great newcomers and tons of support from the fans!  Feature artist: Robin Hunter.