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SUMMARY:THROW DOWN THURSDAY VOLUME VII
DESCRIPTION:THE DUKE SALOON PRESENTS\nTHROW DOWN THURSDAY VOLUME VII\nFEATURING POPPA DON GERNIE & ÉLISE LEBLANC \nThursday\, January 23rd\, 2025\nDoors: 7PM\nClose: 10PM \n19+ \nOutline: Throwdown Thursday is The Duke’s monthly showcase featuring Victoria’s favorite bands with new and upcoming acts. Come on down and support local music! \nPoppa Don Gernie: Poppa Don Gernie plays certified bluegrass bangers with Americana inspiration. A multi-instrumental unit\, with kazoos\, banjos\, mandolins and more\, Poppa Don Gernie wants to take you on a foot-stomping journey\, so get those hands clapping\, and get ready for a knee slapping night of ass-kicking acoustic action. \nÉlise Leblanc: A poet at heart\, Canadian singer-songwriter Élise LeBlanc (She/They) is inspired by the romance of wild things. Heavily influenced by classic country\, Appalachia\, and western swing- her songs explore queer desire\, betrayal\, hope\, and nature lore. Her gentle twang and rich\, expressive vibrato nods to classic crooners Patsy Cline and Peggy Lee. \nHer 2024 record “The Fiddle & The Fire” – produced by Leeroy Stagger (Canadian Folk Music Award-Winner whose roster includes: Corb Lund\, Joel Plaskett\, Mariel Buckley)\, was listed in the top 10 “Best Country Records on Bandcamp” review in 11/2023 and featured in a CBC Radio-Canada interview on “Culture et Confiture”. \nAs per government regulations\, we require two pieces of valid ID for entry\, including one piece of government issued Photo ID. We are proud members of the BarWatch Program.
URL:https://thedukesaloon.com/event/throw-down-thursday-volume-vii/
LOCATION:The Duke Saloon\, 502 Discovery Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 1G8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:WOMEN & COUNTRY NYE
DESCRIPTION:THE DUKE SALOON PRESENTS\nWOMEN & COUNTRY NYE \nFEATURING WHISKEY BUSINESS\, JAIMESONRHY\, MEGAN & FREDDY \nTuesday\, December 31st\, 2024\nDoors: 9PM\nClose: 2AM \n19+ \nOutline: Welcome to NYE THE DUKE SALOON – WOMEN & COUNTRY! Join us at The Duke Saloon and let’s ring in the New Year together. \nJaimesonRhye\, Megan & Freddy will all be doing a full set each with The Whiskey Business Band. \nWe’ll be popping confetti cannons at midnight\, have burgers for the new year and giving away merch throughout the night! \nKick-off is at 9PM\, we sold out last year so get your tickets asap. \nAs per government regulations\, we require two pieces of valid ID for entry\, including one piece of government issued Photo ID. We are proud members of the BarWatch Program.
URL:https://thedukesaloon.com/event/women-country-nye/
LOCATION:The Duke Saloon\, 502 Discovery Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 1G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:THROW DOWN THURSDAYS VOLUME VI
DESCRIPTION:Throw Down Thursdays\nFeaturing EVIL! with Low Boys & OddSum \nThursday\, November 28th\, 2024\nDoors: 8PM\nShow Wrap-Up: 11:30PM \n19+ \nOutline: We are excited to announce a new monthly addition to The Duke Saloon’s music calendar! Throwdown Thursdays will shine a spotlight on local talent\, helping you find your new favorite bands from among Victoria’s rising stars. \nBand Bios: \nEVIL!: \nEx Teenage Violets members /Victory to Vinyl winners / Zone Band of the Month / Tone Buffs. A band dripping with sex\, reverb\, fuzz\, and David Lynch films. \nLow Boys: \nPost-hardcore from Victoria\, BC. Low Boys’ melodic bass lines\, pummeling drums\, chiming riffs\, and full-throated bellowing mix together into a searing\, soaring\, scabrous\, serrated death blues. Take two parts rain-swept 90s Pacific Northwest indie (Modest Mouse\, Unwound\, Lync)\, one-part late 70s post-punk (Pere Ubu\, Talking Heads)\, add a dash of misanthropy (Jesus Lizard\, Afghan Whigs)\, stir aggressively. \nOddSum: \nOdd-Rock Three piece from Victoria blending genres into an audio milkshake. \nAs per government regulations\, we require two pieces of valid ID for entry\, including one piece of government issued Photo ID. We are proud members of the BarWatch Program.
URL:https://thedukesaloon.com/event/throw-down-thursdays-volume-vi/
LOCATION:The Duke Saloon\, 502 Discovery Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 1G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:THROW DOWN THURSDAYS VOLUME IV
DESCRIPTION:Throw Down Thursdays\nFeaturing KSAR\, The Wes Carroll Confabulation & fivefootnine \nThursday\, September 6th\, 2024\nDoors: 8PM\nShow Wrap-Up: 12AM \n19+ \nOutline: We are excited to announce a new monthly addition to The Duke Saloon’s music calendar! Throwdown Thursdays will shine a spotlight on local talent\, helping you find your new favorite bands from among Victoria’s rising stars. \nBand Bios: \nKSAR: \nKSAR is an ever evolving collective of musicians formed in 2021 in Victoria BC. Accordion and voice are supported by guitars\, bass\, trumpet\, mandolin\, drums\, and synth. Strong Balkan\, middle eastern dance and afrobeat influences are interlaced with contemporary pop\, indie rock\, and chamber folk styles. The live show is colorful and exuberant\, fun\, danceable and emotionally charged. Lyrical themes seek to inspire positive change while touching on difficult topics such as the homeless crisis\, and the loneliness epidemic… \nRaising important questions about our current way of life\, while participating in a vibrant celebration of it is what KSAR is. \nThe Wes Carroll Confabulation: \nThe Wes Carroll Confabulation walks the tight rope\, balancing detailed arrangements with the power of spontaneity. Since 2015\, they have honed their unique blend: stretching out into a world of hip-hop grooves\, soul and electricity while not losing their jazz footing. Their set blends Carroll’s distinct\, hip-hop-inspired singing\, dynamic guitar solos\, and modern-jazz horn lines with themes that include that include the rising cost of living\, sexual humor\, re-imagining masculinity\, distraction\, hopelessness\, and quirky love. Wes has traveled the world\, playing concerts in the EU\, the UK\, across Canada\, and the US. In 2021\, he finished a Masters in Jazz Performance as a guitar major at the University of Toronto and has since become faculty at the Victoria Conservatory of Music. While focusing on his own sound he also learns from the greats with side-projects that include “Wes plays Wes” (a tribute to Wes Montgomery)\, and PIGS: Canada’s Most Authentic Pink Floyd Tribute where he performs as Roger Waters. The Confab are currently promoting their third studio album “Helium” (Released May 24\, 2024). \nfivefootnine: \nfivefootnine is an indie rock ‘n’ roll band formed by five friends in Victoria\, BC. Their dreamy sound\, identifiable by its wistful vocal harmonies\, atmospheric synths and guitars\, and jazz-tinged rhythm section\, hits like a ton of bricks made of clouds. With palettes molded by the halcyon sounds of 00’s alternative\, they also regularly flirt with crunchy shoegaze riffs\, midwest emo angst\, and sugar-coated pop punk melodies. Never above lying about their height\, what they may lack in physical stature they compensate for with a sonic heft that is sure to gently rock your world. \nAs per government regulations\, we require two pieces of valid ID for entry\, including one piece of government issued Photo ID. We are proud members of the BarWatch Program.
URL:https://thedukesaloon.com/event/throw-down-thursdays-volume-iv-2/
LOCATION:The Duke Saloon\, 502 Discovery Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 1G8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:THE DECADE BLOCK PARTY
DESCRIPTION:The Decade Block Party\nCelebrating 10 Years of The Duke Saloon\nFeaturing Pony Gold\, Dawson Gray & Ben Dunnill\, Hillside Outlaws & Hailey Benedict \nSaturday\, August 24th\, 2024 \nLocation: Discovery Street Outside of The Duke\nStart: 4PM\nWrap-Up: 10PM \nTickets:\nOn Sale July 1st\, 2024 \n19+ \nOutline: On Saturday\, August 24th\, we will be celebrating 10 years of The Duke Saloon with our first ever block party! We will be shutting down a portion of Discovery Street from 4PM to 10PM to allow you to enjoy some amazing music in the sun! \nIf you’d like to continue the party afterwards\, The Duke Saloon will be open from 10PM until 2AM.** \n**Entry to The Duke Saloon after 10PM on Saturday\, August 24th\, is NOT included in the ticket fee. The ticket only covers entry to the block party itself. While we would love to see everyone there\, our capacity will not allow that many country lovers!** \nThe Duke Saloon first opened its doors in August of 2014. Since that incredible opening weekend\, The Duke has hosted countless amazing patrons\, been graced by numerous talented performers\, and established itself as an institution of British Columbian country music. We encourage all of our amazing patrons to come on by and celebrate with us. The Duke could never have become what it is today without your support. \n\nAs per government regulations\, we require two pieces of valid ID for entry\, including one piece of government issued Photo ID. We are proud members of the BarWatch Program.
URL:https://thedukesaloon.com/event/decade-block-party/
LOCATION:The Duke Saloon\, 502 Discovery Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 1G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:THROW DOWN THURSDAYS VOLUME III
DESCRIPTION:Throw Down Thursdays\nFeaturing Oakes & Baby Boy and the Earthly Delights \nThursday\, July 18th\, 2024\nDoors: 8PM\nShow Wrap-Up: 12AM \n19+ \nOutline: We are excited to announce a new monthly addition to The Duke Saloon’s music calendar! Throwdown Thursdays will shine a spotlight on local talent\, helping you find your new favorite bands from among Victoria’s rising stars. \nBand Bios: \nBaby Boy and the Earthly Delights: \nThis dynamic ensemble of Vancouver Island musicians\, performs a fusion of roots-rock and pop melodies that is sure to get audiences on their feet. Picture The Clash’s dabble into reggae-rock\, intertwined with the heartfelt sincerity of Jack Johnson\, and you’ll understand The Earthly Delights’ distinctive sound. \nWith electrifying guitar riffs\, a steady rock rhythm\, infectious tunes\, and a knack for narrative storytelling\, Baby Boy & the Earthly Delights aim to enchant crowds with their signature blend of roots-rock and soul. Their shows bursts with energy\, aesthetic\, and special guest appearances and features. It’s a style of music that resonates across generations and demographics. \nSo come join Baby Boy & the Earthly Delights on their enchanting journey through the garden of musical delights. \nOakes: \nIf you enjoy energetic rock music\, you might like Oakes.\nIf you like to dance and get sweaty\, you might like Oakes\nIf you like harmonies and songs with lyrics that kind of say something\, you might like Oakes.\nIf you like Weak Patrol or Dripping Fins\, you might like Oakes.\nIf you like Caleb Kennedy\, Cairo Kennedy\, Astrid Bosse\, Harbour Nolan or Dekan Delaney\, you might like Oakes.\nCome listen\, you might like us…\nWe’re Oakes. \nChilko in the Rosemary: \nChilko in the Rosemary is a full-bodied\, three-piece experience from Victoria\, BC\, blurring the lines of rock and pop\, augmented with surfable waves of funk and soul. Their catchy melodies and animated performance create a happy atmosphere suited for all to enjoy the way they want. Chilko will trigger the dancer in you\, whether you dance like a hurricane\, groove like a gorilla\, or chill like a sloth. The vibe is one size fits all. \nAs per government regulations\, we require two pieces of valid ID for entry\, including one piece of government issued Photo ID. We are proud members of the BarWatch Program.
URL:https://thedukesaloon.com/event/throw-down-thursdays-volume-iii/
LOCATION:The Duke Saloon\, 502 Discovery Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 1G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:THROW DOWN THURSDAYS VOLUME II
DESCRIPTION:Throw Down Thursdays\nFeaturing Alcoves\, Loose Bones & Millet \nThursday\, July 18th\, 2024\nDoors: 8PM\nShow Wrap-Up: 12AM \n19+ \nOutline: We are excited to announce a new monthly addition to The Duke Saloon’s music calendar! Throwdown Thursdays will shine a spotlight on local talent\, helping you find your new favorite bands from among Victoria’s rising stars. \nBand Bios: \nAlcoves: \nAlcoves are a band. Their genre is driving with the windows down. Taking inspiration from artists such as The Strokes\, Del Water Gap\, and The Japanese House their sound is rooted in the high-fidelity sonics of modern pop but with a tenacious edge\, leaning into capturing their energetic live performances. Don’t Stop Now I Don’t Wanna Miss It\, the debut EP\, is available now. \nLoose Bones: \nLoose Bones is the new project of Victoria-born guitarist Darren Glover and drummer Tyler Jackson Piercy. Drawing inspiration from John Mayer\, the Grateful Dead\, and Jack Johnson\, their songs explore love\, connection\, and the pursuit of chill. \nMillet: \nMillet has been shredding gigs around town since November 2022! The group is influenced by jazz funk and rock to create a saucey sound that’s sure to make you wanna boogie. The group has played at amazing events such as the UVic surf clubs board meetings\, the cfuv’s fundraisers\, and the 2023 BC Spot Prawn festival. Every Millet performance feels like an explosion with the force of 1000 tsunamis crashing in your backyard \nAs per government regulations\, we require two pieces of valid ID for entry\, including one piece of government issued Photo ID. We are proud members of the BarWatch Program.
URL:https://thedukesaloon.com/event/throw-down-thursdays-volume-ii-july-18th/
LOCATION:The Duke Saloon\, 502 Discovery Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 1G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:THROW DOWN THURSDAYS VOLUME I
DESCRIPTION:Throw Down Thursdays\nFeaturing The New Owners\, Sam Kaiser & Trouble on the Outskirts\n\nThursday\, June 6th\, 2024\nDoors: 8PM\nShow Wrap-Up: 12AM\n\n19+\n\n\nOutline: We are excited to announce a new monthly addition to The Duke Saloon’s music calendar! Throwdown Thursdays will shine a spotlight on local talent\, helping you find your new favorite bands from among Victoria’s rising stars.Band Bios: \nThe New Owners: \nThe New Owners are a 5-piece indie rock / indie pop band from Langford BC consisting of dual frontmen Elijah Driver and Jamie Beaman both on guitar and vocals\, Brandon Weatherell on bass\, Tyler Thomassen on drums\, and Erik Evans on keys. The 5-piece outfit sport sweet and sticky grooves underneath warm\, catchy melodies with a colorful combination of chorused-out guitars\, spacey synths\, and the upbeat tempo of their indie rock roots\, taking inspiration from indie pop bands like Men I Trust\, Mac Demarco\, and Her’s. \n\nTrouble on the Outskirts: \nTrouble on the Outskirts began in the thralls of a smokey jazz club in downtown Victoria BC. The initial duo of guitarist (Max Mackrill) and drummer (Michael Tessier) began crafting songs by pulling inspiration from the likes of Sam Fender\, Arkells and The Killers. They were soon joined by local talent\, including bassist (Jared Sundberg)\, keyboardist (Erik Evans)\, and finally guitarist (Cole Senger)\, quickly expanding to establish their own unique sound. They lovingly called this identity “Indie Twang Rock”. \nSam Kaiser: \nA singer-songwriter from Hong Kong who is now based in Victoria\, Sam’s approach to music is reflective of his mixed heritage and upbringing across the world.  He explores themes of distance\, longing\, and hope while acknowledging growth and his own perception of the world around him.  His intricate fingerpicking and layers of guitar and vocals complement his stripped-back style\, which is ever evolving\, much like him. \n\nAs per government regulations\, we require two pieces of valid ID for entry\, including one piece of government issued Photo ID. We are proud members of the BarWatch Program.
URL:https://thedukesaloon.com/event/throw-down-thursday-vol-i/
LOCATION:The Duke Saloon\, 502 Discovery Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8T 1G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Weekly
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