Live Music at the Owen Sound Farmers' Market every Thursday at 5 PM and Friday at 12 PM
July 6 to August 25 | 8 weeks, 16 performances
Music at the Market features some of the best musical talents from Owen Sound, Grey County and the surrounding area, reinforcing Owen Sound’s rightful place as a major hub for Ontario’s music and arts scene.
Bring a lawn chair, grab some food from a River District eatery, and join us for great entertainment.
Music at the Market would like to extend its gratitude to our sponsors.
PRESENTING SPONSOR:
Supporting Sponsors:
Owen Sound Gardens Retirement Residence
Long & McQuade Musical Instruments
| Thursday, July 6 - Rosie's Smokehouse Deluxe |
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| Friday, July 7 - Rob Elder |
 Owen Sound’s Rob Elder caught the music bug as a kid on the family farm where classic country & western songs, the Beach Boys, and Bob Seeger were the sound track to barn chores. Back then, picking up a guitar was an easy way to wind down at the end of a long day. Turned to music, his farm boy’s work ethic led to quick growth and an early creative blossoming, his festival debut at the age of 20, and the release of two self produced albums shortly afterwards.
Eventually, Rob moved to Toronto where he gigged every weekend and hosted an open mic for two and a half years. All that playing and networking exposed him to a world of musicians and sounds well beyond his parents record collection. Those influences fused into a style that playfully mixes blue-eyed soul, slick guitar, and crooning country rhythms and serves them with a voice that surfs from solid depths to groovy falsetto highs. By his mid-twenties, Rob was chasing the Canadian dream. He got married, had two kids, and was advancing in a straight-laced career while gigging tirelessly in Toronto. There wasn’t much time for recording back then and Rob and his wife knew that they didn’t want to raise children in the city. So in 2012 they moved back to Grey County where a vibrant musical community welcomed them wholeheartedly. Rob put together a band, started mentoring younger musicians through the Georgian Bay Folk Society, and – as always – filled every available moment with music. Now with the release of 'Changer' 12 years after his sophomore record, Rob self-identifies as a re-emerging artist. But make no mistake, his musical growth has never faltered and his roots have only dug deeper in the intervening years. 2018’s 'Changer' shows off how much Rob has grown and what he’s learned along the way. Where his first two albums ploughed popular themes of young love and heartbreak, Changer explores more mature themes of social unrest and inequality, solidarity, and the deep love that carries a relationship decades on. Don’t think that serious themes make the music less fun, though. With thoughtful lyrics and catchy melodies, Changer proves that Rob Elder still knows how to get audiences dancing – whether or not there’s a dance floor. Connect with Rob |
| Thursday, July 13 - Paige Warner @ 5 PM |
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Photo credit: One Still World Photography (@onestillworld) With an evocative voice that captivates her audience, Paige Warner creates alt-pop music that sits between singer-songwriter and blues-rock, with soul-inspired vocal licks layered on catchy hooks and rhythms. With over 75,000 combined listens on Spotify alone, Paige’s recent singles have drawn love from media and listeners alike. Having performed on stages such as NXNE, Owen Sound’s Summerfolk, TD Harbour Nights, and opening for iconic artists including Ron Sexsmith and Monowhales, Warner’s dedicated fan base continues to grow. Connect with Paige |
| Friday, July 14 - Realm Walkers @ 12 PM |
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The Realm Walkers are a band from Owen Sound ON, established in 2019, comprised of principal songwriters Tyler Wagler (Guitar, Bass, Keys), Tara MhicCoinnigh (voice/ percussion) and joined by Corrie Martindill (percussion/voice), and Trevor MacKenzie (atmospheric guitar/ableton). They are dedicated to performing songs about the metaphysical human and our travels in this and other modes of consciousness. From forest temples, to underwater realms, drawing on plant medicine and old traditions, Tara and Tyler weave nostalgic, dreamy and thought provoking themes. They take you out of time and space while still delivering just the tonic for the modern soul. Tara’s wish for the audiences she sings for is to present soundscapes and lyrics that provoke visceral feelings about humanity and our responsibilities to nature. Tara modernizes elements of ancient stories learned from her gealic background and spiritual practice of bardic druidry. She adds energy from her roots in the traditional Irish sean nós singing style and celtic keening to a modern sound palette. The Realm Walkers draw the listener into a heart of compassion with the hope of inspiring other humans to consider the value of embodying the unique wisdom traditions of our planet and to live fuller lives. |
| Thursday July 20 - Mix and Match Thursday! Local Solo artists take the stage @ 5 PM! |
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Kailey Jane Hawkins
Emma Wright
Amber Mitchell
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| Friday, July 21 - James Brown Trio @ 12 PM |
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James Brown (Guitarist, Composer, Educator) is one of Canada’s most talented and versatile musicians. He has preformed and recorded with many leading artists and ensembles and has recorded four critically acclaimed CD’s of original music. His recent full scale composition “The Mosley Street Suite” was premiered at Koerner Hall in August 2021 and his fourth studio album “Song Within the Story”, (featuring Clark Johnston, Anthony Michelli and Mike Murley) was released on NGP records in March of 2022. Other recordings have featured Don Thompson, Quinsin Nachoff, Jim Vivian, Andrew Downing, Ernie Tollar, John Obercian and Christopher Lee. James has also performed with The Toronto Symphony Orchestra (with Eric Idol), Toronto Philharmonia, Sound Streams Canada (with The Hilliard Ensemble), Art of Time Ensemble and CanStage. He also performed in the Canadian premiere of 2X5: a new work by New York composer Steve Reich. James’ compositions range from solo guitar to symphony orchestra and have been performed and recorded by numerous ensembles and soloists including: Orchestra Toronto, Trinity Chamber Ensemble, Jeffrey McFadden, William Beauvais and The Montreal Guitar Trio. James has a Master of Arts Degree in Composition from York University and is currently on Faculty at The Oscar Peterson School of Music (formerly: The Royal Conservatory School). Connect with James Website |
| Thursday, July 27 - Scott Howarth Band @ 5 PM |
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The Scott Howarth Band was formed by a great group of friends with a passion for making music together. Having played together on various projects over the years they felt it was time to pool their creative talents towards a common sound. Through time together on the road and in the studio The Scott Howarth Band is a group of brothers separated at birth and reunited through music. Connect with Scott |
| Friday, July 28 - The Honey Hammers @ 12 PM |
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| Thursday, August 3 - Adam Cousins @ 5 PM |
Born and raised in the tight-knit town of Brussels, Ontario, Adam Cousins knows a thing or two about small town living and country music dreaming. Years of love for music and performing drove Adam to pursue his passion in the music industry. Today, he’s an exciting new Canadian country talent, whose emergence in the industry reflects his earnest “work hard, play hard” approach to life and music. Drawn to the timeless storytelling and classic sound of the country genre, Adam took his first steps in music by playing local shows around Brussels before expanding his horizons in London, Ontario. The result was Adam’s debut 2019 EP, “Dirt Road”, produced at EMAC Recording Studios by Matt Grady and Nick Fetchison, which brought his original music to digital streaming platforms for the first time and introduced him to Canadian country radio. Outside of the studio, Adam has been performing anywhere he can get his hands on a microphone – giving fans a front-row seat at festivals, fairs, and jams and winning them over through a seamless mix of classics and original songs and seeing his ability to take simple small-town moments and make them feel larger than life. In 2021, Adam connected with noted producer Shawn Moore to create a listening experience that could feel equal parts familiar and fresh. singles, “Riding the Waves”, and “Young Again” – the latter of which became his first release to be added for spins on CBC Country on Sirius XM. With 2022 off to a great start - Adam has won Forest City London Music Awards for "Country Artist of the Year" and "Music Video of the Year" for his single "Young Again". He also has been making waves with his new single "Our Lives" which cracked the Top 40 on CBC Sirius XM. Not far behind, Cousins will be releasing 2 brand new singles this year with more great music to come! This small-town country boy continues to make good on his promise to make his lifelong country music dreams come true. Connect with Adam Cousins |
| Friday, August 4 - Millpond Project @ 12 PM |
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The concept of a “project” rather than a band was that the group of musicians could provide music ranging anywhere from individual solo performers to duets of various combinations to the core trio dance band to larger more complex groups and collaborations with other musicians. The core band is comprised of Pete Miller (bass, vocals), Lloyd Mohr (rhythm guitar, vocals), and Gerard Willmes (drums, vocals). More recently (2022), Jeff Freeman has joined the band on a regular basis on lead guitar. The band performs shows regularly in Grey and Bruce Counties, including Canada Day Celebrations in Annan, and New Years Eve parties historically at Massie Hall and more recently at the Chatsworth Legion. They have performed in back yards for personal special events like birthdays and anniversaries and at local vineyards for private organization parties. They’ve played on hay wagons at local Fall Fairs and at formal weddings, providing both ceremonial music and dance music later. 
Their repertoire includes classic rock and pop music, folk rock, blues, and even a bit of country. They consider themselves not just musicians but also entertainers, coming complete with their own stage lighting and pro audio systems if necessary. Each MillPond Project performance is unique, with various set lists and songs tailored to the clients needs! Above all, the band enjoys their performances and tries its best to ensure the audience enjoys themselves as much as they do. Connect with MillPond Project 519-376-5599 |
| Thursday, August 10 - Amber May @ 5 PM |
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Amber May's love for music started at the early age of 3 when she would steal her older sister's hair brush and sing along to the Backstreet Boys in her diaper! From those early ages, Amber May's love for music grew stronger with each passing year. Amber played in bands at a young age, including rockabilly, country and classic rock. She entered many festivals and events where she could sing and entertain, with one event for close to 3000 people when she was just 9 years old. Amber May shifted her focus to pursuing a solo career when she moved to Southampton in 2020. She has entertained and performed at Paisley Blues Festival, Cobble Beach, Wismer House, The Queens, Come Together Festival, Heartwood Hall, Rrampt Social Space and other venues in the Grey Bruce area. Amber May is an acoustic singer / songwriter who sings blues and folk style tunes with her signature and powerful voice. Amber May writes songs about love and life, seeking to connect with the people around her and their own life journeys. She enjoys the creative process of taking cover songs and adding her own soulful, earthy and sometimes funny twists to them. Amber May continues to discover the different textures of sound, driving her to keep pursuing her dreams and entertaining her growing audience of followers. Connect with Amber Listen to Amber https://music.apple.com/gb/album/daisies-single/1623754610 https://open.spotify.com/album/4TTdBQhKcCToysEOEl0nqz?highlight=spotify:track:77vx8DC1Xm3GQgRR8lVtwQ |
| Friday, August 11 - Chris Scerri & Jon Zaslow "THE DUO" @ 12 PM |
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| Thursday, August 17 - Heyden @ 5 PM |
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| Friday, August 18 - Onion Honey @ 12 PM |
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Onion Honey may hail from Ontario’s tech capital, but they make foot-stomping, toe-tapping, hoedown-ing folk music like an old-fashioned string band. Dave Pike, Esther Wheaton, Leanne Swantko, and Kayleigh LeBlanc play traditional tunes made new and original songs that sound old; like their name, Onion Honey’s music is sweet and sharp and savoury, a remedy for many ills, and a recipe for a good time. Influenced by bands like Uncle Earl, Old Crow Medicine Show, and the Foghorn Stringband, the Kitchener-based outfit brings a uniquely-Southwestern-Ontario flavour to their music. Onion Honey has been heard on radio stations across Canada and featured in Jan Hall’s Sunparlour Sessions; their last two albums, Raisin’ Heck and Earthly Trials, charted on national campus radio in 2017 and 2019. They gig regularly around Southwestern Ontario and have performed at a number of festivals including Banjofest in Guelph, Cambridge’s Mill Race Folk Festival, Winterfolk in Toronto, Hamilton's Festival of Friends, and more. Their new album, Foul Weather Friends, is out in Spring, 2023. Connect with Onion Honey |
| Thursday, August 24 - Mix and Match - Local Solo artists take the stage @ 5 PM! |
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Ryan Knight 
I'm a musician local to Owen Sound and have been working to revive my musical performance practice over the past few years. I was inspired to build my current repertoire by a successful audition to play at The Couple's Resort in Whitney Ontario, just east of Algonquin Park. I play acoustic covers that I rearrange to suit my style and have recently added some country and Americana music to my classic rock, singer/songwriter, and Canadian content covers. I am currently working on composing some original music and hope to have a performance ready song soon. I'm very excited to be playing here in Owen Sound for a local audience.
Kelvin Wetherell
Connect with Kelvin https://www.instagram.com/kelvinwetherell/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089249750101 Paige Warner 
With an evocative voice that captivates her audience, Paige Warner creates alt-pop music that sits between singer-songwriter and blues-rock, with soul-inspired vocal licks layered on catchy hooks and rhythms. With over 75,000 combined listens on Spotify alone, Paige’s recent singles have drawn love from media and listeners alike. Having performed on stages such as NXNE, Owen Sound’s Summerfolk, TD Harbour Nights, and opening for iconic artists including Ron Sexsmith and Monowhales, Warner’s dedicated fan base continues to grow. Photo credit: Ashley Winters Photography (@ashleywintersphotography) Connect with Paige
Gracie Jet
Owen Sound raised singer-songwriter Gracie Jet's confessional indie pop music is powerful and melodic, with emotionally fearless lyrics and a powerful soulful voice. Her commanding stage presence and buoyant personality make for an excellent live experience - now armed with an album's worth of original material, Gracie Jet is ready to fly! Connect with Gracie 226-668-3292 Email: graciejetmusic@gmail.com Instagram: @Gracie Jet Website: www.graciejet.com |
| Friday, August 25 - Tinman and the Flying Monkeys @ 12 PM |
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Since 1994, Timan and the Flying Monkeys have been Grey County's premiere party band, providing/contributing to the soundtrack for many successful events such as Great Lakes Jam, Renanassaince Festival, Meaford Hall Restoration, Scarecrow Festival, Music at Market Square ... among so many others. Sharing the stage with such liminaries as The Animals, Kim Mitchell, Joe Walsh, Johnny Winter, Ronnie Hawkins ...), this band brings it with Rock, Country, Blues, Alternative and dance faves.
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The MillPond Project was formed in 2018 by three local part-time musicians who shared a love for live classic music. They came from slightly different backgrounds (Folk, Rock, Classical) but all shared a passion for providing live, entertaining music to audiences. Together, they bring decades of music performance experience to the Project.
Jimi Jam and the Rock n Roll Band Heyden are Steve Carter, Dave McCowen, Mike Morelli and Jimmy VanderHeyden. Going by the shorter name "Heyden", is one of the Bruce Peninsula's only original Rock bands. We use the word original not just because all four members of the band are from this area, but because they made their bones playing their own original music. This seventies style rock band calls this area "their stomping ground" because they have played everywhere from Port Elgin, up the Bruce Peninsula back down to Owen Sound. Jimmy VanderHeyden and Steve Carter started playing together in their teens in Wiarton. While meeting up with drummer Dave McCowen in Limber-lost, introduced through a mutual friend, they found that Dave had his own drums and a place to make some noise, he was the perfect fit. As time went by we realized that we were going to need a lead guitar player who could really "shred it" on the electric guitar. We met Mike Morelli at his recording studio in Owen Sound and found not just a recording engineer but an accomplished guitar player. Our band plays a great assortment of cover tunes as well as our own original music. 
We would also like to extend a big THANK YOU to the artists for their amazing performances, and above all, sincere thanks to the fans who come out rain or shine to support this concert series and help make Music at the Market a success each year!
Owen Sound Farmers Market is located at 88 8th Street East in Owen Sound.
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