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Cass Marie & The
Black Feather Band
This fine-feathered quartet from Haliburton County, ON combines
a relaxed, comfortable folk sound with anything from rock ’n
roll to country to jazz and soft pop, and even dips a toe in a gospel-inspired
song. Their tunes are as unique as they are individuals and their
talent is just as diverse. Songwriter/vocalist Cass Marie explores
issues of dependence, independence, self-actualization, body image,
the trials of love and the search for happiness in the band’s
first full-length independent album entitled Love’s Uncertain
(release date April 5, 2008.)
The music combines dynamic vocals and gritty, honest lyrics with
haunting cello lines, upbeat fiddle reels, grounding guitar rhythms
and jazzy bass lines. There is something for everyone in this poetic,
non-traditional "feather-folk."
Some performances of note include an opening act for Canadian
folk legend, Willie P. Bennett, for PEI’s up-and-coming folk
sweetheart, Rose Cousins, and for eclectic folk/bluegrass songstress,
Eve Goldberg.
" You would never know that this brass singer has any stage
fright as she exudes confidence...Cass Marie is an exceptional example
of the home grown talent that is flourishing in the Highlands."
-Erin Lynch, The Highlands Communicator
Cass Marie & The Black Feather Band will be performing at The
Spirits of the Earth Festival on Thursday night.
Check
out their music on Myspace! |
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The Dragon Ritual Drummers are a drumming troupe, consisting of
members of the Niagara Pagan Men's circle. The group began as a
way to express the wonderful magick and manifestation that they
routinely share. They chose the "Dragon Ritual Drummers"
name for the infamous dragon spirit that resides in and around the
brink of Niagara falls. With the original inhabitants now extinct,
they began to awaken and befriend the dragon spirit through meditations,
offerings and ritual.
Since their beginning the troupe has experienced tremendous success
and blessings. Their FOUR self produced cds have been met with incredible
response throughout North America and the world.
With the success of their signature drum opera "The Epic"
released in 2006, recorded, with drums and percussion (no synthesizers
or electronic samples), you live through the entire history of the
Niagara falls from its birth, The water dragons legacy/story and
his supposed slaying by the Iroquois lightning and thunder god to
his modern day awakening. It has won much acclaim and heard around
the world on radio stations and podcasts.
With in a year of their last offering, thier new release, "Passage"
featuring the hit single "Pagan Soldier", has the troupe
returning to their hard hitting drumming roots with rhythms from
around the world. Again they find themselves following the manifestation
and power of the dragon spirit, and find themselves experiencing
incredible times of music, exchange, travel and drumming the praises
of our totem. They continue to play for their pagan brothers and
sisters as well as expanding into the world music and jazz genres.
Their live shows create incredible energy. Come on out and enjoy
this one of a kind performance and be prepared to have the time
of your life. The Dragon Ritual Drummers will be performing at The
Spirits of the Earth Festival on Saturday night.
Check
out their music on Myspace! |
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Kellianna is an accomplished musician and performer worldwide.
Her CD's , Lady Moon and I Walk with the
Goddess are being recognized around the globe as a must
have for any lover of Goddess inspired folk music. Her live shows
are a combination of acoustic guitar songs and chants to the God
and Goddess.
She is experienced in the art of ritual chant, and uses the song
to move energy, to celebrate the ancient mysteries, and to strengthen
intention.
Kellianna is a singer/songwriter performing powerful Goddess &
Mythology inspired Folk Music and Chant at venues such as The 2003,
2004, 2005 & 2008 Goddess Conference in Glastonbury, England
and the 2004, 2005, 2006 & 2008 Women of Wisdom Conference in
Seattle, Washington, The Everyday Goddess Conference, 2006, 2007
& 2008, The Jack in the Green Festival, Hastings, England May
2006, and Samhain Processional, Athboy Ireland, October 2006. In
October 2007 she chanted at the Chalice Well Gardens in Glastonbury
England, for their public Samhain Ceremony.
Kellianna will be performing at The Spirits of the Earth Festival
on Friday night.
Check
out her music on MySpace! |
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Mike
West
Mike has been a professional musician since the age of 16. He is
continuously writing and recording a diversity of songs. He plays
nightly in cover bands to support his hunger for inspiration, motivation
and creativity. Mike has also played across Canada backing up many
of Canada's most famous bands for over 20 years. Mike’s music
is true to his soul and he sings it with a passion and talent that
are rarely seen. You can find his songs full of meaning, reaching
deep into the emotional realm, as his songs encompass life, death,
love, lust, joy, pain, abuse, equality, and forgiveness.
Inspired by the Celtic bards of old, Mike has developed a unique
ability to channel his voice into an emotionally energetic performance
that will gently soothe and bestow upon you an incredible healing
experience that you will never forget. You’ll find the goose
bumps run down your arms once he lets his magic flow.
Mike will be performing at The Spirits of the Earth Festival on
Wednesday night. |
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Moonstruck Magic
Their brand is fresh, and breathes new air into the world of "Magic".
They strive to be ahead of the competition, which can be a daunting
challenge at this day in age. Magic and Illusion have
been on the rise since the dawn of trendy T.V. Magic. As you would
expect, a Moonstruck Magic show takes place in the vulnerable reality
of the live audience. It is exponentially more impactful, and
impressive to experience the unforeseen occurences with your own
eyes and
senses. Imcomprehensible mental abilities like E.S.P., Telekineses
or Precognition may be presented. Demonstrations can be witnessed
that challenge the laws of physics and the individuals preception
of reality, such as Disembodiment and Restoration, Vanishing and
Reappearing, Solid Penetrating Solid, Gravity Defying Levitation,
Fire Magic, Etc. Many have seen similar televised effects, Moonstruck
Magic presents these events in a real life setting.
Marshall and Moonstruck Magic will be performing at The Spirits
of the Earth Festival on Saturday night.
Check
them out on MySpace! |
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FoxWood
Rhythms
Let's first admit that we all like to sing. We often sing in the
car, while having a shower and so on, but the sensation that you
are singing in a public place, knowing that everybody is watching
you is quite different. Singing takes your troubles away and is
relaxing, that's why so many people get addicted to it.
Tameika and Fox will be spinning some fun on the opening night
of the festival. Karaoke is always full of fun and great music!
There are a lot of great undiscovered singers out there. A little
courage and some back up music, and you’re off!
If you really don't like to sing, well you can always get up on
the dance floor and shake it. Being a singer myself, it is always
great when people are dancing in front of you. Come join us and
release all of your stresses from the mundane world, in preparation
of an amazing spiritual experience that the week ahead has in store
for you!
Karaoke Dance Party hosted by Fox and Tameika will be on Tuesday
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Medieval
Feast & Bardic Competition
This year we have decided that we will be offering a FOUR course
medieval feast on the Friday night. This is court style, and is
INCLUDED in your registration! Our entertainment for the feast will
be our annual Bardic Competition. So start writing, singing, dancing,
or preparing your choice of entertainment for the evening! We encourage
everyone to help create the atmosphere and participate in the fun
by wearing medieval type clothing. We are also looking for some
voluntary serving wenches, to help serve great food, and fantastic
beverages to our rowdy horde.
Song, Poetry, Dance, Drama, Storytelling etc. Come and show off
your talents.
The Medieval Feast & Bardic Competition will be on Friday night. |
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Elemental
Tributes
In 2007 we introduced our concept of bringing ritual to the revel.
This was greeted with enthusiasm, and liberation as everyone encircled
the fire awe-inspired. We feel that instead of the festival hosting
a ritual or two, that we would transform the entire festival into
a ritual all it’s own. We strongly encourage everyone to invoke
the element of the night. Wear the colors, dance the movement, or
don yourself with accessories. We have devoted each day of the festival
to a specific element.
We will be invoking the elements on the following nights:
Wednesday
– Water
Thursday – Earth
Friday – Air
Saturday – Fire
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