Havelock Jamboree 28th Year
opened Wednesday, August 16th with the Official Kick Off Party featuring Kris Barclay in the beer tent, followed by Thursday, August 17th killer lineup showcasing The Good Brothers, Patricia Conroy, Aaron Pritchett, Jana Kramer & Jordy Jackson Band.

Everyone knows me well enough that red meat and ice cream are my favourites at a festival, but, a no no for my digestive system. However, I just had to follow that delicious scent. That red meat savoury scent was driving me crazy and kept watering my mouth. My nose directed me and sure enough, it was Peterborough’s DR. J’s BBQ and Brews, I was tracing after, so when in Havelock or Peterborough, you just have to!!

Kicking off Friday, was the sensational multi-talented singer, songwriter, double music graduate & 2017 Next Country Music Star runner up Alessia Cohle Check her mind blowing musical resume at www.alessiacohle.com
Returning multi-JUNO award winning & platinum selling artist,
George Canyon celebrated his latest masterpieces from I Got This, his 11th full-length release in a career that has spanned 2 decades. Songs like “Drinkin Thinkin,” “Better Be Home Soon,” “Saddle Up” and his latest single “I Got This.” George Canyon warmed many a heart that night as he included fiddler and Next Country Music Star winner Greg Williams, on his remake of Johnny Cash’s hit ‘Ring of Fire.” This song drew George’s show to a close, asking fans to sing along, splitting the ladies voices from the gentlemen. We competed proudly to see who was loudest. Totally magical to hear the 1,000’s in the audience singing along to his band; unfortunately, recalling the male voices were superior. www.georgecanyon.com
He rocked the crowd with their explosive version of Blake Shelton’s version of “FOOTLOOSE,” totally driving the audience into a frenzy, as the fans imitated dance moves and fancy foot work while screaming the lyrics aloud. His newest stratospheric and sexy single “Motorcycle,” was another brilliant addition. Nearing the end of the show, I was teary eyed when he let the audience engage their pipes in a spirited cover of “You Are My Sunshine,” truly priceless. Marshall Dane
gave his blood sweat and tears into his meaty and juicy flavoured headline performance, revving up to close the Friday night, encouraging his MD fans to “Stay Up Late” and enjoy the festival since “The Rain” ceased. What an eye popping & highly entertaining showcase. Hurry don’t delay, make sure you slide on over to see what Marshall is up to next at www.marshalldane.com