19/09/2026
Live From the Blue Note Cafe repost
One of the great things, we did at the Portage location, turned out to be 7 GREAT THINGS!
Live From The Blue Note Cafe were concerts dedicated to developing Manitoba artists,with a province-wide broadcast on CBC Manitoba through Radio City, hosted by Doug Holmes.
Working with a guerrilla crew that involved one tech and a portable soundboard set up in the basement on Portage Ave. Curtis and Doug both usually involved in soundchecks and cable-running.
Live From The Blue Note Cafe first broadcast on:
Jan. 4, 1997 with a show by Leaderhouse 5, sometimes just Leaderhouse, featuring Remy Shand, Matt Buda, Dustin Leader, Christian Dugas and Scott Nolan on bass. A terrific lineup to kick things off with an innovative and cerebral group that seemed destined for big things.
Feb. 8, 1997 Keith Dyck folk/roots artist. A mesmerizing multi-instrumentalist with a deep repertoire. I Wish It Would Rain is a classic.
Apr. 12, 1997 Delina. In advance of her debut album to be released in May of '97.
Jan 18, 1997 Winnipeg 4 piece Load at their CD release party. A band excelling across genres with the intimate, compelling and commanding voice of Luce.
Mar 22, 1997 Lianne Fournier and the Pearl Drivers. A cool set from a cool performer who was sadly taken early from the musical world.
Mar. 01, 1997 Richard Moody. Winnipeg's thoughtful, and precise string player who can silence an audience with one note.
June 07, 1997 Special Fancy. Christine Fellows and Keri McTighe team up in a dynamic and creative whirlwind with fellow Winnipeg musical stars. A special treat.
EXCELLENT!
