Canada Rocks the Capital
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Canada Rocks the Capital
The Canada Day Celebrations on Parliament Hill
About the show
Celebrate Canada Day with this spectacular music special
Canada Rocks the Capital is a one-hour music special filmed live from the capital to celebrate Canada Day with a number of music performances from Canadian artists including Sarah McLachlan, Marie-Joe Therio, K'Naan and many others.
Broadcast details
CBC Television: 9PM Quebec West, 11PM Maritime, 11:30PM NT
Bold TV: 9PM ET
CBC.ca: 7:30PM EST – 10PM EST
CBC Radio 2: 7PM EST – 10PM EST
Note: Viewers should contact their local television service provider or visit boldtv.ca for information on how to subscribe to bold.
More Canada Day Fun
Canadians eager to test their knowledge of this great country can visit CBCNews.ca and take the 2009 Canadian Pop Culture Quiz. And, dip into the CBC Digital Archives for a look at some of the defining moments and foods in the history of the Dominion with My Canada includes Tourtière!
Performers
Sarah McLachlan
Canadian recording artist, Sarah McLachlan, is one of the most gifted and acclaimed singer-songwriters of her generation, earning eight Juno Awards and three Grammy Awards. In addition to her personal artistic efforts, she founded the Lilith Fair tour, which showcased female musicians in the late 1990s.
Marie-Jo Thério
Hailing from Moncton, New Brunswick, Acadienne musician, Marie-Jo Thério, has performed across Quebec and Europe - appearing in more than thirty concerts in Paris, most notably with French singer, Julien Clerc, at the Zenith in Paris.
K'Naan
Somali-Canadian poet, rapper and musician, K'Naan, was born in Mogadishu, Somalia, and spent his childhood in the district of Wardhiigleey, living there during the Somali Civil War, which began in 1991. After several performances and appearances at United Nations events, K'Naan began to get noticed internationally and met the acquaintance of Canadian producer, Jarvis Church, who produced his debut album "The Dusty Foot Philosopher", which was released in 2005 to critical acclaim. His second and most recent studio album, "Troubadour", blends samples and live instrumentation for a sound that's both rooted in traditional African melodies and the classic hip-hop tradition.
Nico Archambault
Best known for his successful win on "So You Think You Can Dance Canada", Nico Archambault, is a Canadian dancer and choreographer, who has performed all over Canada, the USA, Cuba, Mexico, France, Switzerland, Belgium and Egypt. Nico's proficiency in a mix of styles (contemporary, hip hop, jazz and many others) sets him apart from other dancers. He has won three major awards for his talent thus far: Young Professional Award from the Triple Dance Threat Convention in 2006, The Pulse Elite Protégé of the Year, handed to him by star choreographer Brian Friedman, whom he then started assisting, and the first Canadian edition of CTV's So You Think You Can Dance competition.
Fantastic Circus
A unique concept in North America, CIRQUE FANTASTIC CONCEPT (CFC) is a Canadian entertainment company that uses the magic of the circus to transform events into unforgettable celebrations.
Marie-Mai
French Canadian singer, Marie-Mai, first gained popularity as one of the top finalists of the first season of the Quebec reality show Star Académie. She has released two albums thus far, and her latest album, "Dangereuse Attraction", features the song "Tôt Ou Tard" , which is a cover of Alexz Johnson's "Waste My Time" on the album Songs from Instant Star.
Cassiopée
Cassiopée began her artistic training in dance (jazz, ballet, tap and flamenco) at the age of four, and her intensive classical voice music training began at 14. Most noted for her pop-rock-operatic style, Cassiopée is a versatile and intense performer exhibiting a unique sound, making her one of Canada's rising artists.
Chic Gamine
Chic Gamine, the roguishly charming Winnipeg/Montreal-based vocal quintet, has been serenading its audiences since the summer of 2007. By complete coincidence, the group is composed of the 5 "A's": singers Ariane Jean, Andrina Turenne, Alexa Dirks, Annick Brémault and drummer and percussionist Alexandre Sacha Daoud.
Said the Whale
Said The Whale is the collective brainchild of Ben Worcester and Tyler Bancroft. The recently turned 5-piece band is as much a product of Vancouver's tremendous natural beauty as it is of the city's budding independent music scene. Their unique blend of eclectic indie rock captures the essence of what it means to be young, free, and occasionally heartbroken in your early twenties.
Hannah Georgas
Hannah Georgas is a quirky; highly sensitive, whimsical and yet extremely serious Vancouver-based singer/ songwriter. Inspired by late summer night jam sessions around campfires the guitar became her new instrument of choice and travels. Influenced by a broad scope of musical talent - from Billy Corgan and his melancholy lyrics to Janet Jackson and her strong sexual desires - Hannah developed her own style. Her memorable songs will captivate your heart and put a smile on your face.
The Respectables
The Respectables are a Canadian rock band hailing from Montreal, Quebec, consisting of vocalist Sébastien Plante, guitarist Johnny Flash, bassist Stéphane Dussault, and drummer Stephane "Bödean" Beaudin. Their latest album, "Sweet Mama", was produced and co-written by Big Sugar's former front man, Gordie Johnson.
Gordie Johnson
Gordie Johnson is a Canadian musician, best known as the front man for the blues-rock band Big Sugar, and later southern rock band Grady. Johnson has also produced albums for other artists, including The Trews, The Joel Plaskett Emergency, Wide Mouth Mason, Gov't Mule, and Reel Big Fish. Although now living in Texas, Johnson has always been a proud Canadian and is true to his roots: this is evident in his version of the Canadian national anthem "O Canada" and frequent discussions/interviews over the years. Gordie's latest venture found him collaborating on and producing The Respectables' 2009 album, "Sweet Mama".
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