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Dean Brody headlines Troubadour Festival in the heart of Barrie in just 5 days
Dean Brody performs at the Canadian Country Music Association Awards in London, Ont., on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Dave Chidley) In just five days, Downtown Barrie will transform into a vibrant concert venue as the Troubadour Festival Summer Concert Series gets underway. On Saturday night, Canadian country music star Dean Brody will take the stage at Meridian Place, launching the first of four free shows that make up this highly anticipated summer series. Brody is one of Canada's most celebrated country artists, with two JUNO Awards and 18 Canadian Country Music Awards (CCMAs), including Entertainer of the Year and Male Artist of the Year. With 34 Top Ten singles, eight of which reached number one. Brody has over 425 million global streams and is known for his powerful storytelling, dynamic stage presence, and chart-topping hits like 'Bring Down the House' and 'Canadian Summer.' Three emerging musicians from across the region have been selected to perform as part of the Local Opener Showcase. The winners—Cam Brown, Rebekah Hawker, and Lance Dobinson—were announced on May 30. Each will take the Meridian Place stage on Sat., June 14, performing 30-minute sets ahead of Dean Brody, who headlines the opening night. Saturday's festivities will begin with the Local Opener Showcase Series from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., followed by Brody's headlining performance at 8:30 p.m. The Troubadour Festival Summer Concert Series is a free, open-air music event presented by CTV Barrie, Pure Country 106, BOUNCE 104.1, and the Downtown Barrie BIA. The event takes place at Meridian Place, right in the heart of the city. For a chance to win a meet-and-greet with Dean Brody, tune into Stan Musial with Pure Country 106 each afternoon this week. Winners will be announced on Friday.
CTV News
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Emerging artists invited to perform in front of thousands at Barrie's Troubadour Festival
We are now less than one month away from Dean Brody taking the stage to kick off the Troubadour Festival Summer Concert Series in Barrie. The festival is proud to announce the return of its Local Openers Showcase, an exciting opportunity for emerging artists to step into the spotlight and perform live in front of thousands at Meridian Place. The series is a four-part celebration of live music, presented by CTV Barrie, Pure Country 106, BOUNCE 104.1, and the Downtown Barrie BIA. Open to solo performers, duos, and bands, the showcase features separate categories for youth and adult artists (18+). Selected performers will be chosen by a local jury and given the opportunity to open one of the major concerts in this year's summer series. 'Events like the Troubadour Festival and Open Air Dunlop are what define our city's spirit. They connect people, energize local businesses, and draw thousands to our beautiful waterfront and downtown core,' said Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall. Each event in the concert series includes three local opening slots, offering a total of twelve performance opportunities. How to apply Submissions are open now and will close on Fri., May 23. Interested artists should send an email here. Selections will be announced on Fri., May 30.
CTV News
29-04-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Environment Canada downgrades weather alert about damaging winds up to 110km/h
A Canadian flag flaps in the wind in Barrie, Ont. on Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (Adam Ward/ CTV Barrie)
CTV News
29-04-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Weather Alert: Spring storm to bring damaging winds up to 110km/h
A Canadian flag flaps in the wind in Barrie, Ont. on Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (Adam Ward/ CTV Barrie)
