Matt Minglewood - …Guitarist, pianist, singer, songwriter creates an inspired blend of country, blues, folk, roots and rock. Both on record and on stage Matt keeps the music thriving, interesting and vivacious. After a dozen recordings and thirty years of touring from Cape Breton to Vancouver, Europe and across the United States he has earned the respect and loyalty of thousands of devoted fans.  His music and song writing has the natural universality one only hears from a born storyteller. The songs can be somewhat autobiographical as in 'Me and the Boys', a song about carefree days of his youth or social issues he puts forth in 'Long Way From Texas'. Many of Matt's tunes grapple with the universal feelings of passion, frustrations, hope, loneliness, love, disappointment and regret as well as his deep love of the Maritimes. They are always reflected his life around him and what he is feeling at the time. “Me & The Boys” was recorded by southern-rock legend Charlie Daniels on his CD of the same name.   Many major artists (such as Jeff Healy, Jimmie Rankin, Duck Dunn, (Bassist for Eric Clapton, Neil Young and the Blues Brothers), Colin James, Downchild Blues Band, Kenny Neal, and Grammy award winning Blues harp player Charlie Musselwhite) just to name a few have joined Matt on stage and CD. www.mattminglewood.com

Cliff Stevens (Left) S L O W H A N D!…from the psychedelic days of Cream, the classic rock of Layla, the 70's and 80's hits through to the grammy- winning Unplugged and bluesy from the Cradle album right up to the present day, the Original S L O W H A N D faithfully recreates the music of the world's greatest guitarist – ERIC CLAPTON!  You will be amazed at the stunning guitar work, vocal ability and Clapton look-alike of Cliff Stevens. His personable interaction with the audience makes him a crowd favourite.  They burn with intensity from start to finish.  No stone is left unturned in this Clapton tribute band - truly a magnificent tribute to the world's greatest guitarist – From start to finish, all of his best known tunes and solos are covered with a respect reserved only for a true legend.   http://ericclaptontribute.com .

Maine Academy of Country Music Awards
As "Best Female Vocalist" and "Entertainer of the Year" Debbie Myers..(Right)Debbie was raised in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada and now makes her home in Maine and Florida.  Extremely versatile, she plays keyboards, drums and guitar. Her forte though is vocals. Debbie has a style that has been likened to that of Patsy Cline, and Reba McEntire yet it's uniquely her own. She has a talent for injecting a piece of herself into every song. She not only sings them, she feels them. A quality recognized by the many fans she's touched during her performing career.  Debbie's many musical credits included performances with Darrell Worley, Mark Wills, Highway 101, Shenandoah, Steve Wariner, David Ball, Bobby Bare, Tom Wopat, Doug Kershaw, Mickey Gilley and Little Jimmy Dickens.  Debbie’s “Tribute to the Grand Ole Opry Show,” pays tribute through authentic performances of Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette,  Loretta Lynn, Reba McEntire and Crystal Gale.  http://www.debbiemyers.net .

Steve Lyons..Steve was born in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Steve's family is musical and his neighbourhood was rich in musical talent.  Steve’s first public performance was at the age of 12 at the Orange Hall in Durham Bridge. Steve performed in and around the Fredericton, Boiestown and Doaktown areas.  Steve moved to Saint John where he performed with many local country acts in and around the greater Saint John area and other areas of New Brunswick. Steve then formed the Highway 40 Blues country band which was popular in the area for many years and was the opening act for the Freddy Fender concert in Saint John. From there Steve joined the Lost Highway Band where he has performed and co-managed the band for the last 19 years and still manages the band today. In 2004 Steve began to explore his song writing and sound recording interests and in 2006 Steve released his first solo CD "Hurtn' On Old Memories" with six original compositions and six country classics.  http://www.reverbnation.com/stevenlyons

Dave Myles : Talented, versatile and dedicated are just a few words to best describe singer, songwriter, musician Dave Myles. Dave is a native of Plaster Rock, New Brunswick and now a proud citizen of Quispamsis. It was at the beginning of his 3 year career with the OHL’s Windsor Spitfires that he began his journey through music and now has nearly 20 years of experience. A three time World Pond Hockey Champion, hockey is still very much a part of his life, and that was the inspiration for his original song “Champion of My Dreams”.
Dave plays several instruments; acoustic and electric guitar, bass, drums and harmonica. He is heavily influenced by such artists as Dave Matthews, John Mayer, and the Goo Goo Dolls. Dave is drawn to music in its purest form such as the raw innocent sound of an acoustic guitar and a voice where all songs begin. He has performed in a variety of venues, he is a veteran at Lily's Café, played numerous weddings, dinner theaters, dances and with comedian Jimmy Flynn on a number of occasions with the most recent being at the 2009 World Pond Hockey Championships in front of over 800 screaming hockey fanatics, all of which has helped shape his career. He is always eager to perform with different people and in different settings to get the most out of his ability and keep growing as an artist.
Dave is a gifted guitarist with outstanding vocals; he is quickly gaining momentum as an artist and captures new fans with every performance. He is a warm and engaging performer with a remarkable stage presence and he has a unique ability of stripping a song down and making it his own. Dave is working on some original songs at the moment and has a large repertoire of covers that always leaves the audience wanting more.

Paula McNeil - EMCEE
Paula McNeil is a Committee Member, Talent Scout, Emcee, and Promoter for a variety of Events and Festivals around New Brunswick.  Paula is a Judge and occasional Host for Maritime Idol www.maritimeidol.com .  Paula has a successful online business providing networking for a diverse group of Sacred Global Events & Services as well she has designed Personal Development Workshops and Seminars.  Coming Soon -- Weekly Sunday Solace in the fall of 2009.  "My Soul Passion & Purpose in This Life, is to Inspire You in Living Yours".  For more information visit www.sacredlivingcircle.com

New Brunswick's 'Untamed' Country/Rock Show
Rik Reese and Neon Highway
'Kicks the front door down' with their style of "untamed country".   In five short months since release of his album in June 2008, Rik Reese & his band, Neon Highway have opened for the likes of legendary Kentucky Headhunters, Julian Austin, Matt Minglewood, and The Carson Downey Band. 
http://www.neonhighwayband.com

Beresford New Brunswick singer-songwriter Jimmy Hadley has performed across Canada and in the United States. He started his musical performances playing the harmonica at the age of 4 and was playing for audiences from that moment on. He was playing the guitar by the age of 10 and had developed an interest in singing at the same time. It was not long before he was thrilling audiences with his relaxed stage presence and unique charisma. This included playing harmonica and singing as a guest on CKBC Radio’s Saturday morning show. His love of music spans across many genres from Rock & Roll to Country, and Café de Paris music. Jimmy has had the opportunity to perform to, and delight large audiences across Canada.   http://www.jimmyhadley.com

Babette
Folk / Indie
“I’m just a girl who plays/loves/writes music”
Babette Hayward- guitar, singing, snapping/clapping, harmonica, keys, etc.

http://www.myspace.com/babettehayward

Karen Palmer
Folk / Acoustic / Lyrical
“Life is only how you laugh & what you dream to be”.

http://www.myspace.com/karenpalmermusic

..............Acoustic Horizon

RAY LEGERE is the 2003 ECMA (East Coast Music Award) Winner for "Bluegrass Artist Of The Year" which he also won in 1996. The Amherst, Nova Scotia native is becoming known as one of Canada's premiere fiddle/mandolin players. Ray is a five-time winner of the Eastern Division Bluegrass Awards in the categories of Mandolin and Fiddle " Player of the Year", honors which have distinguished him with a "Masters Award" for each.  Ray has accomplished many accolades, the most notable playing a concert filling the shoes of an ailing Bill Monroe, the father of Bluegrass Music in 1982. His love for Bluegrass has found him playing alongside his heroes, David Grisman, Sam Bush, Tony Rice, Jerry Douglas, Tony Trischka, Doc Watson, Bela Fleck, ... and is well respected amongst them.   As an ongoing performer of many styles, and playing great stages like the Grand Ol' Opry and Carnegie Hall, Ray currently performs on his own as well as with John McDermott , Eamonn Dillon , Cape Bretons Brakin' Tradition , Rita MacNeil, Mike O'Reilly/ Dick Smith Band, The Canadian Grass Unit (with Pickin' Partner Frank Doody) and "Bowfire" (A new and exciting theatre show featuring 10 virtuoso violinists) .  http://www.raylegere.com/