Rock the River Weekend Package in Saskatoon - Aug 16, 2024

Stampeders

1 concert

The Stampeders, from Calgary, became 1970s rock icons with hits like "Sweet City Woman." Winning Juno Awards, they had four U.S. Top-30 hits and ten Canadian Top-5 singles. Inducted into multiple halls of fame, they still tour after reuniting in 1992.

Great White

11 concerts

Great White, featuring Brett Carlisle on vocals, is known for hits like "Once Bitten, Twice Shy" and "Rock Me." They've sold over 10 million albums, earned two platinum awards, and scored multiple Billboard hits. Their core members are Mark Kendall, Michael Lardie, Audie Desbrow, Scott Snyder, and Carlisle, who adds a Southern rock charm.

Foghat

13 concerts

Foghat, formed in 1971 by Roger Earl and Lonesome Dave Peverett, rose to fame with their rock-boogie hit "Slow Ride" and multi-platinum albums, known for electrifying live shows.

Aldo Nova

3 concerts

Aldo Nova, born in Canada, is renowned for his rock anthems like "Fantasy" and "Monkey on Your Back." He's a GRAMMY® winner who produced hits for Celine Dion and collaborated with Jon Bon Jovi. Nova is celebrated for his multi-instrumentalist talents and producing 15 #1 songs across various genres.

Trooper

8 concerts

Ramon McGuire founded Trooper in 1972, originally as Applejack. Signed by Randy Bachman in 1975, hits include "Baby Woncha Please Come Home". Known for albums like "Thick as Thieves". Still active.

Nazareth

14 concerts

Scottish band Nazareth, formed in Dunfermline in 1968, hit it big with "Hair of the Dog" and "Love Hurts." Known for hard rock and power ballads, they found global success with their 1975 album *Hair of the Dog* and remained popular in Europe with consistent touring. Despite lineup changes, bassist Pete Agnew has been a constant presence. They've released 25 albums, celebrating 50 years with *Tattooed on My Brain*. Collaborations included Zal Cleminson and John Locke, and Dan McCafferty's iconic vocals left a lasting legacy.

Prism

3 concerts

Canadian classic rock band Prism, known for hits like “Spaceship Superstar” and “Don’t Let Him Know,” won 2 Juno Awards and sold millions of albums worldwide.

Lighthouse

2 concerts

Lighthouse, born in Canada, fused rock, jazz & classical, scoring hits like "One Fine Morning." They won 4 Junos, 4 gold albums, and Canada’s first platinum rock album. Known for dynamic concerts, they headlined major festivals, performed with symphonies, and influenced both rock and classical scenes.

Harlequin

3 concerts

Canadian rock band Harlequin, known for hits like "Superstitious Feeling" and "I Did It For Love," topped charts after signing with Epic Records in 1980. Inducted into the Canadian Hall of Fame, they’ve headlined stadiums worldwide. Original members George Belanger and Gary Golden, with Derrick Gottfried and AJ Chabidon, remain active on the classic rock festival circuit.

Toque

2 concerts

Toque, formed by Todd Kerns, Brent Fitz, and Cory Churko in Winnipeg, is known for their Canadian Classic Rock covers. They released "GIVE'R" in 2016 and "NEVER ENOUGH" in 2019. Toque has performed with iconic artists like "Spider" and played events such as the NHL Heritage Classic. Their tours feature surprise collaborations with members of Loverboy, Toronto, and more.

Rock the River Weekend Package in Saskatoon, SK

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Delta Bessborough Gardens

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