Dirty Catfish Brass Band’s aim is to inspire, create and instigate – but, mostly, they just want you on your feet. Undeniably tight, yet reckless as hell, Dirty Catfish Brass Band deals in powerful phrasing and performances drenched with rhythm. Invoking the sounds of brass bands and funk ensembles, the collective dares to reimagine the streets of a prairie city as one that is hot, alive, and brimming with soul. Based in Winnipeg, MB, the crew strives to surprise, challenge, tickle, and pay homage to the New Orleans tradition by giving it a new audience in an unsuspecting locale. From street corners to festival stages, and community celebrations to sporting events, DCBB use the power of music to bring joy to their audience. Get ready to move.
Born from a mutual desire to keep soul music alive and real in the modern age, Lyssa and the Try-Tones sound like something you'd hear pressed onto vinyl coming out of Detroit in the 1970s. Based out of Regina, SK, the band’s groovy pulse is topped by Lyssa’s powerhouse vocals which are sure to get the energy moving and good vibes rolling. True to the spirit of the genre, the band records all their songs live off the floor. Showcasing real musicianship while keeping it real in an old school kind of way.
Riding the release of their first EP “Basement City View” in 2022 as well as their second EP, “Chasing Shadows” in Fall 2023, the band is looking forward to showcasing everything that makes them truly amazing at Long Day’s Night 2024.
The 620 CKRM Saskatchewan Roughrider Pep Band was formed in 1993 under the direction of band director Bob Mossing. It is a high energy “rah-rah” group, the first in the CFL, fashioned after USA College football team bands. The Band’s first major trip was the 1993 Grey Cup in Calgary, Alberta. The Pep Band has gone to every Grey Cup since 1993. Besides the Grey Cup, the Band plays at each Saskatchewan Roughrider home game, both in the stands and in front of the stadium before games.
The 620 CKRM Saskatchewan Roughrider Pep Band is comprised of volunteer musicians who enjoy a good time. Members range in age from late teens to seniors and all are strong Saskatchewan Roughrider fans. Although they love their Roughriders and feature several Roughrider fight songs, they also honour the other teams in the CFL by playing their fight songs. For those teams who do not have official fight songs, the Band has made some up. The 620 CKRM Saskatchewan Roughrider Pep Band truly is a CFL ambassador. The Band promotes the Saskatchewan Roughriders, the CFL, and Regina, Saskatchewan.
