The Sheepdogs in Nanaimo

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Sunday, February 21st, 2016
7:30 PM

The Port Theatre will rock on February 21st when one of Canada`s top rock bands, The Sheepdogs make their way on stage to perform for the first time ever in Nanaimo.

Trends come and go, styles fall in and out of fashion, but The Sheepdogs remain steadfast in their commitment to rock and roll excellence. Since their inception, the band has always sought to play the kind of music they themselves love. “Pure, simple good time music” as singer/guitarist Ewan Currie puts it.

The Sheepdogs have just released their 5th album, “Future Nostalgia” which is the middle ground between the Juno winning platinum certified “Learn and Burn” which spawned the rock radio staple “I Don`t Know” and its equally successful follow up, 2012`s “The Sheepdogs” featuring the instantly recognizable Gold certified singles, “Feeling Good” and “The Way it Is”. The lead single from the new album, “Downtown”, was the #1 most added track and also a Top 5 hit at Canadian rock radio for 10 weeks. New single “I’m Gonna Be Myself” has already climbed into the Top 10.

Produced by lead vocalist and songwriter Ewan Currie alongside engineer Matt Ross-Spang (engineer at Memphis’ Sun Studios) the 18 freshly-minted tracks on Future Nostalgia were recorded in the quiet and idyllic setting of Stony Lake, Ontario. The latest record has many flavours showcasing the band’s creative license when left to their own devices ranging from the catchy, signature-sounding single “Downtown” to the introspective, and soulful groove of “Bad Lieutenant” to “Help Us All”, a fresh take on a vintage vibe.

The band, comprised of Currie, Ryan Gullen (bass/vox), Sam Corbett (drums/vox), Shamus Currie (keys/horns) formed in Saskatoon in 2006, The Sheepdogs have received widespread acclaim for their bold and beautiful take on classic guitar rock, evinced on three self-funded, independently released albums. The band’s hard work, determination and impressive chops have earned them a fervent fan following.

Propelled to fame as the first unsigned band to grace the cover of Rolling Stone…the Sheepdogs have never looked back wowing rock fans wherever they play. And now, Central Vancouver Island gets its chance to see the band perform live on stage at the Port Theatre.