If you are not in the nation’s capital on July 1st, well then you’re missing the country’s biggest birthday bash!  There’ll be tons of live music permeating the Ottawa skies this weekend and beyond.  Tune in for all the details this Friday at 5 pm on 89.1 FM in Ottawa or on-line at CHUO.fm



Leeroy Stagger
Leeroy will bring us his personal brand of revolution roots-rock.  His 8th studio album, Truth Be Sold, was recorded during and inspired by the Occupy Movement events of this past winter.  What  better place for him to perform than at the Ottawa Jazz Festival on Canada Day – for FREE – at 5 pm on the OLG stage.

Many other bands are playing for free that day, including our friends, Erik Lind and the Orchard.  Catch them at 3 pm at the OLG stage.

Lynn Jackson
An authenticity runs through Canadian singer-songwriter Lynn Jackson’s music that reflects a deep commitment to telling stories that ring true with listeners.  Her 6th studio album, Down in the Dust, sees  Jackson using her ‘whiskey and honey’ voice to mix her timeless melodies.  Ms. Jackson is coming to the Rainbow with Jesse Parent on Sat. July 6 at 4pm as part of their ‘Have Plaid Will Travel’ Ontario tour.

Ticket Giveaway
Support our local bands!  20 bands will be featured in the Landmark showcase competition over 2 nights this weekend at Mavericks. Tickets are $13, but I will be giving away a pair for the Saturday show. Keep this number handy: 613-562-5967.

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Wow!  Ottawa, brace yourself for music and festivals galore!  There is so much going on this weekend and in the coming weeks, I can barely keep up. Here's what we've got for you this Friday on CHUO.  Tune in and WIN TICKETS!

ERIN COSTELO:
From Halifax, Erin is an accomplished vocalist, musician, arranger and now, producer. Her new disc, We Can Get Over conveys her love of old soul, 60s vocal groups and classic arrangements. She is performing at the Ottawa Jazz Festival on Wednesday, June 27.

OTTAWA ROCK CAMP FOR GIRLS
Ottawa Rock Camp for Girls (ORC4G) is a non-profit 3-day musical camp that has been held annually in Ottawa since 2006. It takes place on Wednesday, June 26 at the Rainbow Bistro. We will be speaking with members of Toronto's Courage My Love. If you like grrrl rock, you'll love their new EP, Becoming. They have launched a video series online with a new episode loaded every Friday night.  Also on the roster are Ottawa's Doll, Silvergun and Spleen and Mandroid Echostar.

I will have a pair of tickets to give away.  Tune in to win!  (Keep this number handy: 613-562-5967)

FEATURED ARTISTS:

• Kevin Breit will be performing at JazzFest on June 27. Long time member of Sisters Euclid and session musician to top artists like Molly Johnson, Holly Cole, Harry Manx, Norah Jones, he has a new CD, Field Recording involving the Upper York Mandolin Orchestra. Not to be missed!
• Jon Davis - CD Release (Open Shore) at the Branch in Kemptville on June 27. After life threatening head injury, Jon's songwriting touches on hope and the power of human emotion. 
  
• Also going on this weekend is the Ottawa Explosion featuring the city's finest underground, bands. Tons of bands at many venues.  Check the website for details.

Join us on-air today at 5 pm on 89.1 FM in Ottawa or on-line at CHUO.fm.

After a career mentoring emerging Canadian artists, our first guest is now ready to restart his very own successful musical career. Russ Kelley, former Canada Council music chief returns to the music scene with the launch of his album, Crazy Shades of Blue.  He will be in person in studio with us and then taking to the NAC Fourth Stage on Wednesday, June 19.

We’ll also be chatting with David Bowie-approved band, In-Flight Safety. Yes, apparently, they received a nod from the almighty himself. With an upcoming new album set for release this summer, these East Coast favorites are in town to entertain you at Zaphod’s tonight.

Also cued up for spins:
Faraway Neighbours who are playing at the Blacksheep Inn tomorrow with the Sunparlour Players.
Wintersleep who are in at Maverick's tonight.

We'll squeeze in as much music as we can. Tune in at 5 pm every Friday in Ottawa at 89.1 fm or on-line from anywhere at www.chuo.fm.

O-town's very own femme balladeer/songstress is coming to the studio today! On the heels of a whirlwind European tour, Amanda Rheaume returns home to showcase her brand new CD, Keep A Fire.  Using a crowd-funding platform, Amanda received support directly from her fans to help make this disc a reality. She is now set to hit Canadian stages, beginning with a show at Westfest here in Ottawa on Sunday.

I am looking forward to hearing all her stories from the road. She'll be performing live for us in studio along with guitarist, Fraser Holmes.  Join us on-air today at 5 pm on 89.1 FM in Ottawa or on-line at www.CHUO.fm.