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Get ready, Wasaga Beach! Canadian Olympic medalists Elizabeth Manley and Elvis Stojko , along with four-time World Champion Kurt Browning , are hitting the ice at the brand-new Wasaga Stars Arena on June 8, 2025. These legendary figure skaters will dazzle audiences on one of the Town’s new NHL-size ice pads as part of Champions on Ice , hosted by Canada’s sweetheart 1988 Olympic Silver Medalist –...

She’s a gifted psychic, accomplished author, and seasoned tarot reader with over fifty years of experience. Tammie Whalen Buckler blends intuition and deep wisdom to uncover powerful insights into life’s greatest mysteries. Her lifelong passion for helping others tap into their inner guidance continues to shine through in every reading she offers. In 2014, Tammie published her first book, Vibratio...

Canadian folk icon Sylvia Tyson once again has been honoured for her extraordinary contributions to music, earning a JUNO Award nomination for Traditional Roots Album of The Year with her latest and final studio album “ At The End of the Day ”. Her nomination is the latest milestone in a legendary career that includes inductions into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame (2003), the Canadian Songwriters...

Montreal-born singer/songwriter, playwright and musical entrepreneur, Barry Stagg spent the first 29 years of his life his hometown before moving to Nova Scotia. In 2008, he relocated to North Carolina, where he now resides with his wife, Barbara. A prolific composer, Barry has written six full-length modern operas, numerous film scores, and mini-operas. As the playwright-in-resident for NOSCO Aca...

She’s a multi-talented artist, a singer, and former professional wrestler, best known as Goldy Locks the powerhouse frontwoman of The Goldy lockS Band ( yes, that’s how she spells it ). Fans may recognize her from her time with Total Nonstop Action Wrestling , where she made her mark as an interviewer and manager. These days, she’s captivating audiences as the host of TLC’s eye-opening and enterta...

Ontario-based folk roots, singer/songwriter and guitarist, John Dawson has worked in areas of the music industry ranging from education to performance. Over the years, John has played with Juno and Grammy nominated artists. A graduate of the Humber College music program and holds degrees in music and education from York University . In 2024, John launched his debut album titled “Outlier” also avai...

The Bowie Lives is a dynamic musical tribute to the legendary David Bowie , starring award-winning vocalist, Michael Bell . Renowned for his remarkable ability to capture Bowie’s distinctive voice and electrifying stage presence, Michael brings authenticity and passion to every performance. This must-see show celebrates Bowie’s iconic career, featuring timeless hits from Space Oddity to Lazarus an...

With five JUNO Award nominations and a CCMA Award win under his belt, Canadian country music singer-songwriter Tim Hicks has made a lasting mark on the industry. Boasting a double platinum single, four platinum singles, seven gold singles, and a gold album, he’s delivered an incredible seventeen Top 10 radio hits—including the chart-topping ‘No Truck Song’ and ‘What a Song Should Do’. This year, h...

Iconic musician and Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Andy Kim returns to the legendary Massey Hall on Wednesday, December 4th with the Andy Kim Christmas. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the magic of the season with performances from some of Canada’s top artists. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Andy Kim Christmas. Andy will bring together an incredible lineup, in...

Born in Romania and raised in Canada, Alex Bird has been immersed in jazz since he was a toddler, with early exposure to the music of legends like Tony Bennett, Diana Krall, Ray Brown, Oscar Peterson, Mel Tormé, and Ray Charles at Toronto clubs. Alex along with his song writing and piano partner Ewen Farncombe, gained national recognition with their song “The Sweetest Moments”—celebrated as Canada...

After 19 albums, countless awards, and 55 years of bringing the blues to audiences around the world, the legendary Downchild Blues Band is hitting the road for their farewell tour. Downchild rose to international fame as the inspiration behind the Hollywood stars, Dan Aykroyd and the late John Belushi’s iconic film, The Blues Brothers. Joining Dianna is Chuck Jackson, the lead singer and harmonica...

More than four decades later, The Kings are still going strong. In 2024, they released a new full-length album, “ The Longest Story Ever Told” with their single titled “Nowhere to Go But Gone” rising on the chart.  The Kings are best known for their breakout double A-sided single, “This Beat Goes On/Switchin’ to Glide” , which reached number 43 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1980 and remained on the...

Meaford International Film Festival (MIFF) has been bringing international, award-winning cinema and guests to Meaford Hall and is the premier fundraiser for the Meaford Culture Foundation since 2007, which supports arts and culture initiatives in the community. This year, MIFF has shifted away from the Labour Day weekend and will take place from September 20th to September 22nd. The festival has...

Summer is not over yet for the Mike McCarthy Band, who had an exciting season with a fresh logo, new merchandise, and a revamped lineup. The band now features Jerome Tucker on bass guitar, Carl Harvey on lead guitar, Rob Gasidlo on keys and organ, and Rich Greenspoon on drums. This six-piece band is gearing up to perform at the Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues Festival on Saturday, September 14th at...

Joining Dianna this week via ZOOM on Beach Corner – Beach BOOSTER Radio available at beachbooster.com on Tuesday, August 27th at 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. is Canada’s sensational tribute to David Bowie, Michael Bell. Michael is bringing The Bowie Lives: A Bowie Spectacular to Georgian Theatre in Barrie on Saturday, September 21st. Michael Bell, an award-winning vocalist, masterfully embodies the so...

She was the youngest of eight siblings, began her musical journey as a young girl in Montreal. She performed in costumes hand-tailored by her mother, singing hit songs by legends like Aretha Franklin, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight, The Supreme and the Jackson Five. Despite facing a hearing impairment that required surgical treatment during her early childhood, her passion for music remained steadfa...

Award-winning independent soul blues artist Sandra Bouza (Pronounced Bōh-zah) is scheduled to perform at the Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues Festival on Friday, September 13th at 8:20 p.m. This is Sandra’s first visit to Wasaga Beach, and I am certain it won’t be her last. Born in Toronto, Sandra has spent a significant part of her life between Canada and Spain, along with traveling to distant part...

Shawn Barry, a DJ, producer, and vocalist from Southern California, launched 'Endangered Spirits Volume One' in 2021, achieving nearly a million listens on Spotify. This heartfelt electronic project aims to shed light on animals on the brink of extinction. Building on this success, Shawn released 'Endangered Spirits Volume 2' on April 26th, featuring the single 'Shark Miss...

Sylvain Leduc, an Elvis Tribute Artist from Valleyfield, Quebec, was recently crowned the 2024 Niagara Falls Elvis Festival Grand Champion. This marks Sylvain's second title at the event, having previously won in 2019. Since beginning his professional career as an Elvis Tribute Artist in 2015, Sylvain has earned eleven Grand Champion titles. He has been paying tribute to Elvis Presley since h...

This year marks the 12th anniversary of Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues Festival scheduled from September 13th to September 15th. This non-profit organization is an international award-winning music event featuring three days of top entertainment on two main stages, and welcoming thousands of music fans every year. Beach BOOSTER Media Group is proud to be one of the sponsors of this great annual ev...

The 2024 Collingwood Music Festival, scheduled from July 5th to the 12th, will feature 120 artists across 16 events, up from eight last year. Spearheaded by acclaimed concert pianist Daniel Vnukowski, this event showcases music performances of the highest calibre, catering to a wide variety of audiences. It presents internationally renowned artists in the fields of classical, jazz, and world music...

She is a trailblazer with over thirty years of experience in the world of festivals and events. Rosemarie Garrity O’Brien is best known for her monumental work on the Collingwood Elvis Festival dedicating twenty-five years to transforming it into a world-class event. Rosemarie has received numerous personal awards, ranging from service in the tourism and hospitality sector to Fan Awards. In a cere...

Born in Canada, JC Sol is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, recording artist and radio host whose deep passion for R&B and the classic Philly sound has made her a standout in the independent music scene. JC is no stranger to the stage. She has spent years touring the globe, captivating audiences everywhere with her powerful voice and dynamic performances. Her unique songwriting and producti...

This year marks forty-years for the Theatre Collingwood since Barbara Weider and a small team of creative visionaries recognized the need for a professional theatre company in Collingwood. In celebration of the milestone, a special gala fundraiser “Starry Night” will take place at Craigleith Ski Club’s new depot lodge on October 5th featuring Juno Award-winning Pop/R&B artist, Sean Jones and T...

For the past decade, she has been captivating audiences worldwide as a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. Meredith Moon is an extraordinary talent who, despite her incredible musical achievements, rarely mentions that her father was the legendary Gordon Lightfoot. She set out to prove herself on her own terms, one gig at a time. Hitchhiking across North America and riding the rails, she built h...