Velvet Fogg March 09, 2008

Velvet Fogg March 09, 2008


One of his nicknames is the Velvet Fogg but no matter what you call him, Bob Downey has been playing music for over 5 decades and on Saturday April 5th at the Hall Of Fame Night Out, Bob will sit in with Cruel Shoes Rockin' Blues band for a couple of numbers. This won't be a jam, but a chance for some of the Hall Of Famers to sit in and play along with the band(s). Who else will be appearing? Check back to find out.

Todays band addition: The Barry Raven Trio

NEXT UPDATE

On Tuesday March 11, the 2008 Hall Of Fame inductees will be announced on our website.

FOUND

Another lost Hall Of Fame inductee has been located. Garry McKevitt, bass player from the Noblemen has contacted us through the website and will be attending April 5th

GET YOUR TICKETS

Don't miss out on the party. Because everyone had such a blast at last years Hall Of Fame induction, "Lightning" Len Siemens and Ernie Neiderer have taken it upon themselves to organize the "HOF Night Out" on Saturday April 5. That's right, no pomp and circumstance, just a fun evening with music and old friends. Cruel Shoes Rockin Blues Band will be our host(s) with the "Who's Who" of local music legends making appearances throughout the night. There will be door prizes, a silent auction and more fun than we should be allowed. If you've been inducted into the HOF, you and a guest are absolutely FREE. If not, it's the best $10. a head you'll ever spend this year. In fact, why not call up your old band mates and get a table together. Order your tickets today by e mailing g.parfitt@shaw.ca with the heading "Tickets" so you won't be left out of the fun. Proceeds from this event benefit "Victoria's Rock & Roll, Music Hall Of Fame".

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