Jay Funk Dawg Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 [blurb] EVOLVE FESTIVAL August 3, 4 & 5 Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada www.evolvefestival.com The countdown is on for the 8th annual Evolve Music and Awareness Festival, happening in the picturesque countryside on the outskirts of Antigonish, Nova Scotia. 2007's outstanding selection of musicians will ensure a broad spectrum of musical flavours will please many palates, from rock to jazz to electronica to bluegrass, Evolve endeavors to present the best musical performances of the summer including Toronto's 9 piece ensemble King Sunshine, Colorado's one-man-jam-band Keller Williams, the indie sounds of Toronto's Do Make Say Think, the rhythmic profanities of Holy F*&k, energetic live electronica of Philadelphia's Lotus, San Francisco's Magic Pipe guru That One Guy, Jamaican dub vibes of Toronto's The Irie Band, west-coast wonders Mother Mother, Alberta's The Grassroot Deviation plus the electric-jazz sounds of Victoria's Noises from the Toolshed and Vancouver's Hey Ocean! And Evolve just wouldn't be Evolve without a big chunk of Atlantic Canada talent such as Halifax's melancholy rockers Wintersleep, hip-hopper producer/MC Classified, up and coming stars Carmen Townsend and the Shakey Deals, the amusement park rock n roll ride that is Cape Breton's Slowcoaster, Fredericton's quirky indie rockers Grand Theft Bus, honky-tonkers The Divorcees, vaudeville rockers Tom Fun Orchestra, Fredricton's eclectic quintet The Fussy Part, Halifax's progressive pop quartet Down With the Butterfly, Newfoundland's Hey Rosetta!, plus delicious combos known as Olympic Symphonium, Chillin Room and Red Barn [/blurb] Evolve is an independent festival that operates with no corporate sponsorship. It is entirely dedicated to sustainable environmental stewardship and is the largest festival of its kind in Canada. This year the organizers are expecting over 3000 visitors, a significant percentage of which will travel from outside the province to enjoy three days of great music from over 40 different acts on three stages. Once the sun sets the DJs will emerge, and the festival will host such turntable-related talents as Chicago House innovator DJ Heather, Seattle drum 'n bass drummer/producer KJ Sawka, Toronto's breaks mainstays Robb G & The Phat Conductor, plus California's multi-talented beatboxer Kid Beyond. Add to that local DJs Sonny D, Mizz Maxine, Burnto, NTB, Johnny Sleep Dep, Roo, DVD, Soundsyster, Steve the Viking, 420Jenny, Harmsworth, Nurse, Lee Fraser, Dale Manette, Tommy Knuckles, Dr.T, Brian Talbot and Criminal Intent. In addition, the 2007 Evolve Festival is thrilled to announce its partnership with Forward Music Group Inc. presenting the Forward Music Group Stage. Over the weekend, the FMG stage will showcase some of Atlantic Canada's premiere and cutting edge artists as well as some of the unique sounds this festival has to offer. Starting late night the music will run to the wee early hours of the morning. This is the first ever collaboration between Atlantic Canada's premiere independent music festival and newest independent label. Besides offering amazing music, Evolve is committed to being one of Canada's greenest events by utilizing renewable energy sources, reducing waste and environmental impact and most significantly providing a forum to network and learn more about social and environmental issues. Evolve strives to set a standard for sustainable festivals by using recycled paper and vegetable-based inks for all printed materials, biodegradable plates and utensils for food vending, organic cotton and hemp t-shirts and more. The three-day Evolve Festival has general camping as well as a quiet/family camping area. There will be full service facilities including running water, portable washrooms, clean drinking water, and shower/wash stations. There is also a kid‚s play zone with organized activities and music for the youngsters and, as usual, a vendors' area will offer a diverse range of scrumptious food to keep people energized. The vendors' area also features many unique crafts and wearable garments for sale. A limited number of tickets will be sold! Available now online and at various ticket outlets in Atlantic Canada for $110, and $125 at the gate. For all ticket info, vendor locations and to see photos and videos from previous Evolve Festivals please visit: www.evolvefestival.com Please add to your listings ~ Interviews with organizers and artists are currently available Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewRider Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Don't miss Mother Mother! That band kicked serious ass in Browntown last month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave-O Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Are Brazilian Girls a definite "no" now? Or are they a TBD? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradm Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Are Brazilian Girls a definite "no" now? Or are they a TBD?I checkedhttp://www.braziliangirls.info/touring.aspxand they don't list any shows between July 22 (NYC) and August 18 (Cologne, Germany).Aloha,Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Wish Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 You wouldn't like them anyways Dave-O. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted July 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 They did cancel - but they are still on the website - story goes like this - band gets booked for $XX,XXX and over the summer their value doubled - then didn't want to play for $XX,XXX even with contract & deposit paid - made up some excuse a week ago to drop out for "studio" reasons. a bit dissapointing. ah. the music biz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave-O Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 You wouldn't like them anyways Dave-O.Glad to see you can pinpoint my tastes painting with your broad brush.Jay - thanks for the response. I heard the story, but hadn't heard the official verdict. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeps Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 Looks like a solid line-up Jay.Good job to you and your crew.Have fun!Deeps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gentlemonkey Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 Jaydawg,If you have an open slot- you should get a hold of LURE... www.abandcalledlure.com They are touring out there right up to that weekend, and would probably love to play the fest.. They are a great band- and would suit the vibe perfectly! me think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradm Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 Jaydawg,If you have an open slot- you should get a hold of LURE... www.abandcalledlure.com They are touring out there right up to that weekend, and would probably love to play the fest.. They are a great band- and would suit the vibe perfectly! me think. Seconded. :thumbup:Aloha,Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted July 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 thanks for the band advice, i'll look into it, but it's really 3 weeks out, and I don't think it's really a possibility - our line up has been finialized for a couple of months... however!!! Gratefully Deadicated Sound System has just been added!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gentlemonkey Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 okey dokey then! But, just so you actually do look into it- here's where they will be up to the Friday of Evolve.. 02/08/07 Attic, Halifax w/ tba 03/08/07 Red Knight, Yarmouth They're in the neighbourhood!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niplit Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 Probably for the best Brazilian Girls backed out. Ever since I saw her bail on stage at Snoe.down, I don't think I'll ever be able to watch them play again without thinking about that and giving a little chuckle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted July 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeps Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Jaydawg,If you have an open slot- you should get a hold of LURE... www.abandcalledlure.com I'll second that. Lure is awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted July 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 sorry to Lure - but this is just not in the cards.Evolve is only 10 days away! holy cow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celticwolfsun Posted July 26, 2007 Report Share Posted July 26, 2007 boo urns that I can't make it out to Evolve--AGAIN...It is next to impossible to get time off of work around then.. oh well hope for next year.. to all you who are goin have a fantastic time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted July 26, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2007 Listen to CBC - they'll be mentioning it today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted July 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 30, 2007 Here's the time schedule:http://users.boardnation.com/~evolve/index.php?board=1;action=display;threadid=2343 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celticwolfsun Posted August 1, 2007 Report Share Posted August 1, 2007 I am seriously thinking about heading out there for two days.. hmmmm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave-O Posted August 1, 2007 Report Share Posted August 1, 2007 Complications with my kitchen renovations is going to delay my trip, but I'm hoping to head to Evolve on Saturday afternoon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celticwolfsun Posted August 1, 2007 Report Share Posted August 1, 2007 WWOOOO I'M GOING TO EVOLVE!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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