McBurney Plaza Summer Series
Entertainment Line Up
Thursday, August 15th – 5pm – 8pm:
- 5pm – Patrick Gavigan & Tristan Paxton
- 6pm – Cassandra Maze
- 7pm – The Odd Trio
Thursday, August 22nd – 5pm – 8pm:
- 5pm – Devon Webber & Richard Sera
- 6pm – Olin Brix
- 7pm – Sarah Smith
About the Performers
Thursday, August 15 - Patrick Gavigan & Tristan Paxton
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Patrick Gavigan is an award winning singer songwriter from the lower west coast of British Columbia, Canada. A gifted singer and multi instrumentalist he has worked with some of Vancouver's best producers including, GGGarth Richardson, Danny Craig, and Dan Swinimer, and award winning bands such as theTURN, Best Night Ever and special event legends, Side One.
An active fixture in Vancouver’s music scene as an acclaimed guitarist and studio musician, Tristan Paxton has worked with many distinguished artists and producers including Shad, Hey Ocean!, Potatohead People, Redman, Brad Turner, Phil Dwyer, Jodi Proznick, Kevin Dean, Michel Donato, Ingrid Jensen, Hugh Fraser, Joe Lovano, Oliver Jones, Seamus Blake, Bernard Fowler, Wanting Qu and many more.
Thursday, August 15 - Cassandra Maze
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Cassandra Maze, an electro-pop songstress, and one-woman-band, with a penchant for the moon and the colour red is a captivating performer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist.
Cassandra is often referred to as the female Ed Sheeran due to her seamless looping skills. “Life is like a maze. Full of twists and turns, beauty, uncertainty, and wonder, on the way to reaching the other side."
Thursday, August 15 - The Odd Trio
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The Odd Trio is full of groove, soul, reggae, urban beats and funky vibes. The group was formed with the idea of combining groovy funk with soulful vocals. They have evolved over the years now including Top 40, dance and rock.
Band Leader and vocalist, Mike Henry covers an impressive range of genres flawlessly with style and charisma. His attention to detail and amazing vocal melodies bring audiences to their feet at every performance.
Thursday, August 22 - Devon Webber & Richard Sera
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Devon Webber is a Canadian musician from North Vancouver. He entered the Vancouver music scene as the frontman for Redwoods, a high energy rock band, and has been involved in numerous other projects including Dr. Strangelove. His musical expertise includes vocals, guitar, bass, drums and piano.
Richard Sera, Vancouver's esteemed piano virtuoso, renowned for his captivating performances both solo and as a key member and singer of BC's top dance band, Dr. Strangelove. With a storied career gracing the big stage, Richard has toured as the keyboardist for iconic Canadian recording artists like Loverboy, Tom Cochrane, and Trooper, and has even shared the spotlight with Bon Jovi at London's Wembley Stadium.
Thursday, August 22 - Olin Brix
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Olin Brix is a one man band. Through layers of looped beats, vocals and guitar, he creates a fresh vibe. Performing covers in his unique way, he transitions from genre to genre and beat to beat while live looping it all together.
Thursday, August 22 - Sarah Smith
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Sarah Smith is a fiercely talented Canadian singer/songwriter, known for her powerful and compelling stage performances and the bold humanity of her songwriting.
After honing her craft as a member of proto-Punk band The Joys, Sarah has spent the last 15 years as a solo artist, touring relentlessly throughout Canada, while also building a growing and deeply loyal fan base in key parts of the United States and Europe. She has been honoured with over 25 Canadian Independent industry awards for her work, and has shared the stage with some of the most respected Canadian artists of all time, including Carole Pope, Sass Jordan, Joel Plaskett, Bif Naked, as well as International acts like Melissa Etheridge, Nancy Wilson and KT Tunstall.
Sarah Smith is an artist of uncommon ability, unrivalled authenticity, who connects with all who encounter her remarkable songs and live performances.