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This is going to be a solid show. Friday January 16 Bramwell & The Left Overs w/ Tazman Blue @ Touche - 9:00PM -- 19+ http://www.myspace.com/bramwellpark http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=27644556851

Wednesday December 31 New Year's Eve with Riddim Riders and Lazy Slang @ Touche - Doors @ 8:00PM -- 19+ :: $15 Tickets available at the venue, Che Burrito and Lounge, and http://www.ticketweb.ca http://www.myspace.com/riddimriders http://www.myspace.com/slangers 33 Hess Street South, Hess Village, Hamilton ToucheHess@Gmail.Com

awesome!!! This is what i'm aiming for. 10:00-11:00 - Gratefully Deadicated Sound System 11:00-12:30 - Fat Cats 12:30-1:00 - Gratefully Deadicated Sound System 1:00-2:00 - Fat Cats 2:00+ - Gratefully Deadicated Sound System Directions: Mapquest - Hess Village and Mapquest - Toronto to Hamilton

One more day! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=39636164077 Not quite confirmed yet but it looks like Gratefully Deadicated Sound System will be rocking the house. Also if you're friends with Lorraine you might want to check this out - http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=53793865866&ref=ts Happy Holidays!

Venue pics Touche on Facebook

As most of you know we've been having problems with heat at Touche. The contractors have been here around the clock. I was told it would be rectified yesterday and it wasn't. I just arrived at the venue and the heat is still blowing lukewarm air. I spoke with owner and we've decided to shut it down until we're 100% sure there aren't any more problems. Hopefully tomorrow or the next day. Sorry for the inconvenience but we'd rather every one keep warm and enjoy the show at a later date. Hopefully the band will be back at the beginning of January. chrs, bc

tonight

this was amazing

Saturday December 27 Fat Cats (two monster sets) @ Touche - 9:00PM -- 19+ :: $6 http://www.myspace.com/hamiltonfatcats + The Gratefully Deadicated Sound System http://www.gratefullydeadicated.com/ Ed Casasanta drums Chris Gatchene guitar & vocals Todd Gillies guitar & vocals David E. Hill bass Josh Williams hammond organ, harmonica & vocals About FAT CATS "It is hard to write something new about the Fat Cats because everything has been written about, discussed, and debated throughout the band's storied, decade-long history. Begun in 1993 in Hamilton, Ontario, the Fat Cats have changed personnel numerous times throughout the years, but their style, dedication to the scene, and sonic intensity has never wavered since their inception. Built on the solid foundation of Todd Gillies on guitar and lead vocals, Chris Gatchene on guitar and vocals, and Dave Hill on bass, the band has re-created their timeless originals and tasteful covers with many different singers, drummers, and keyboard players over the years while touring Canada and the United States and releasing two fantastic albums, Daredevil and Cruelty's Cure in the process. With the Fat Cats you get honest, no-bullshit folk rock night after night, regardless if they play a set of originals or an all cover tune set. With their incredible original tunes that beautifully mould rock, folk, country, and bluegrass into pure musical emotion, and constant tributes to The Band, the Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, Buddy Holly and countless others, the Fat Cats are simply fantastic. By playing tunes like the traditional "Breadbox," their trademark celebratory original "You," or a beautifully crafted rendition of "Tangled Up In Blue," the Fat Cats provide what is often lacking in modern popular music--unbridled and passionate emotion. I have seen the band way too many times to count, and will continue to see them as long as they keep playing. To sum it up, the Fat Cats are the quintessential hometown band, and their shows are events where the whole town comes together to toast a band that has been through thick and thin, but still plays with a youthful enthusiasm night after night. For more info, visit www.fat-cats.com." -Shain Shapiro - Jambase Canada

Go see this band. This is serious! Aaron Goldstein approved. Thursday December 11 The Northwest Division, w/ Harriet @ Touche - Doors 9:00PM -- 19+ :: $3 33 Hess Street South, Hamilton, Hess Village Touche Facebook Group http://www.northwestdivision.com http://www.myspace.com/northwestdivision http://www.myspace.com/harrietofficial Formed in Toronto, Ontario – though the friendships started many years earlier in Prince Edward Island – this band is most influenced by the simple sound of Neil Young and Crazy Horse and the playful spontaneity of the Kinks. Peter Forbes (guitar, lead vocals), Sheldon Kelly (bass, vocals), Mike Daley (guitar, vocals) and Mike Mella (drums, vocals) came together after years of working in different projects, happy to land on one that just felt right. Their approach is easygoing and uncomplicated, reflecting a strong Canadian vibe. Forbes sums up the band’s dynamic: “Writing with this band is different because it’s never a math problem. It’s tall cans and good times and chicken wings afterwards.†Pleased to release their first EP, Of Which I’m the Master, after two years of performing live and writing music, the Northwest Division has a catalogue that doesn’t try to be anything other than songs they enjoy playing. Songs with heart. And when asked about where they’re headed, Kelly explains: “Hopefully, we’re headed into peoples ears.â€

wow! Absolutely amazing night. The band sounded sooo good and the house was packed. 3 killer sets and Terra Lightfoot has such a great voice. Really looking forward to next week with Julie Fader. Tom Wilson has been kicking around and i'm thinking he'll get up for a few at some point.

3 sets

Tomorrow! Gonna be real good. Wednesday December 3 Huron w/guest Terra Lightfoot @ Touche - 9:00PM -- 19+ :: $2 http://www.myspace.com/huronband http://www.myspace.com/terralightfoot

We're playing this Saturday at Touche in Hess Village. It's also a going away party for our friend Lynda Henriksen. Mike and Sharon are also at Touche tonight with the 33 Hess Sunday night band reunion. I'm pretty excited about the next two days. Hope to see some of you around. chrs brian http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=41352011075 http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=30537939710

If anyone plans on hitting this i'm pretty sure we're going to sell out early. This is serious shit

33 Hess Sunday Night Band Reunion @ Touche (formerly 33 Hess) FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2008 featuring Brian Griffith Jesse O'Brien Joel Guenther Sharon Musgrave Colin Lapsley Craig Lapsley Mike Rajczak plus special guests 33 Hess Street South, Hess Village, Hamilton http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=30537939710

see ya there Sarah

tomorrow!

the fun starts tonight

Thanks to every one that made it out. What a killer night. Herbaliser thought it was the best show of the run. chrs

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tomorrow!!!

The Steve Elmo Murphy Band :: triumphant return to Hess Village! Thursday November 20 The Steve Elmo Murphy Band @ Touche - 9:00PM -- 19+ :: $4 http://www.myspace.com/stevenelmomurphy 33 Hess Street South - Hess Village - Hamilton Steve Elmo Murphy, Shelby Kerr, Ed Casasanta, Joel Banks, Geoff Hilhorst, Jonny Kerr, Scott Hutchison, Richard Halley. Sound like: The Band, Gram Parsons, Gene Clark, Clint Eastwood, Graham Nash, Stephen Stills, Carl Wilson, Beach Boys, The Bee Gees........Funk, Disco, Country, Blues, Rock, ...........Carl Jennings, Burt Neilson Band, Doug Feaver, Fred Eaglesmith! Many more! Hope to see some of you out for this one. I’m looking forward to it. It’s been a long time since I’ve seen the band. chrs bc

Great show last Saturday. Nice to see a decent turnout for the first time in Hamilton. Thanks to everyone that supported the show. chrs

This Sat!