The tradition of live music in Shelburne continues as Shelburne Rotary and the HMF Concert Series welcome Dan Davidson on August 5.
Shelburne Rotary has proudly hosted the Heritage Music Festival and Fiddle Contest for 70 years but with the uncertainty of what the pandemic might have in store, they have made the decision to shift away from the traditional Heritage Music Festival in 2022 and are introducing the HMF Concert Series and offering several events to enjoy throughout the year. The concert series offer events that can pivot in uncertain times and proceed safely for all participants.
Davidson exploded onto the Canadian country scene in 2016 with the release of his second single Found (co-written by Clayton Bellamy of The Road Hammers). Dan became arguably the indie story of 2016/2017 as his single Found rocketed up the chartsand he became the #1 charting indie artist in Canada. It was also the #1 selling Canadian country song for several weeks. On just his second release ever in country music – he has a GOLD single.
He is only five years into his country career, but is far from “green” in the music industry. He spent over 10 years playing in the well-known Canadian indie rock band Tupelo Honey (who had several top 40 hits, top selling iTunes records and toured withbands like Bon Jovi).
Embodying the indie spirit, you’ll never find Dan just resting on his laurels. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, he created and hosted Canada’s FIRST live digital music festival “Diesel Bird Fest”, which featured some of Canada’s top artists including Dallas Smith, Corb Lund, and many more. Diesel Bird successfully raised $54,000 for charity. He then went on to create and host Canada’s first hotel music festival (Diesel Bird Hotel Fest) which sold out in one day.
Jessie T, who will open the Dan Davidson show, will be featured at the Boots and Hearts. Tickets: $40 (plus handling fee if bought online). For tickets visit Pazazz Clothing Store, 122 Owen Sound St., Shelburne or call 519-278-0016 or go to www.HeritageMusicFestival.ca.
Bands, Brews & BBQ follows at Fiddle Park on August 6 starting at 3 p.m. DJ EZ Len will be the MC. Admission by donation. Confirmed performers include a Sharon Lois & Bram Sing a Long, local magician Steve Baker, Dufferin Rising StarPerformance, Richie C and Pop Machine.
Shelburne Rotary has worked tirelessly over the past 24 months, supporting those affected by the pandemic. They successfully held safe, social events such as a movie night, golf tournament and Music in the Park. With the help of participants and sponsorsthese events have raised money to support the many charitable requests received each year. They have also almost completed our fundraising for the much- wanted Splash Pad in Shelburne.
The concerts are fundraisers for the many causes that Rotary supports including the Mobile Senior’s Market, Shepherd’s Cupboard Food bank, Breakfast Club at local schools, the Hamper Program and the Back Pack Project.