Rock The Kootenays Cranbrook Tickets - Western Financial Place

April Wine

15 concerts

Canadian band April Wine, formed in 1969 in Nova Scotia, is known for hits like "Fast Train" and "You Could Have Been a Lady." They achieved success with platinum albums, notable U.S. hit "Just Between You and Me," and collaborations with members like Myles Goodwyn and Brian Greenway.

Honeymoon Suite

9 concerts

Honeymoon Suite, formed in 1981 in Niagara Falls, is known for their album-oriented rock. Their hit "Feel It Again" peaked at #16 in Canada and #34 in the US. With albums like "The Big Prize" and hit singles such as "New Girl Now," they gained popularity. The band's lineup included core members Johnnie Dee and Derry Grehan. They reunited in the late 2000s and continued touring and recording.

Kim Mitchell

4 concerts

Canadian Kim Mitchell, born in Ontario, formed Max Webster in 1973, turned solo in 1982. Known for "Go for Soda", his double platinum album Akimbo Alogo (1984) marked his peak.

Trooper

4 concerts

Ramon McGuire founded Trooper in 1972, originally as Applejack. Signed by Randy Bachman in 1975, hits include "Baby Woncha Please Come Home". Known for albums like "Thick as Thieves". Still active.

Teenage Head

1 concert

Formed in Hamilton, Ontario, Teenage Head mixed punk, new wave, and rockabilly. Known for hits like "Some Kinda Fun," they sparked a major 1980 riot and toured with Marky Ramone.

Harlequin

2 concerts

Harlequin, a Canadian rock band known for hits like "Superstitious Feeling" and "Innocence," were inducted into the Canadian Hall of Fame and toured globally.

Haywire

7 concerts

Formed in 1982 on Prince Edward Island, Haywire, with members Marvin Birt, Paul MacAusland, David Rashed, Ron Switzer, and Sean Kilbride, rose to fame with albums like "Bad Boys" and hits from "Don't Just Stand There," showcasing a rock style. Signed to Attic Records, their collection includes "Nuthouse," "Get Off," and "Wired: The Best of Haywire."

Helix

5 concerts

Helix, a Canadian hard rock band from Kitchener, Ontario, formed in 1974. Known for hits like "Rock You," they feature vocalist Brian Vollmer and released 14 albums, enduring despite lineup changes.

Lee Aaron

3 concerts

Canadian vocalist and songwriter Lee Aaron, known for rock anthems like "Metal Queen," achieved multi-platinum success with "BodyRock" and "Some Girls Do." Collaborated with legends like Heart and Bon Jovi. Nominated for 10 JUNOs, she received numerous awards and a star on Brampton's Arts Walk of Fame. Renowned for her bluesy vocals and badass guitar hooks, she returned with "Fire and Gasoline," and self-produced five more albums.

Streetheart

1 concert

Formed in 1975 as Wascana, renamed Streetheart in 1977. Known for hits like "Under Heaven Over Hell." Achieved fame in the late '70s, early '80s before disbanding in 1984. Collaborated with Paul Dean and Matt Frenette.

Tom Cochrane

5 concerts

Tom Cochrane, born in Lynn Lake, Manitoba, rose to fame in the '80s as Red Rider's lead singer. Known for "Life Is a Highway," he earned a Juno and went solo in the '90s.

Chilliwack

7 concerts

Formed in Vancouver, Chilliwack evolved from the Classics and the Collectors. Known for ‘70s and ‘80s hits like "My Girl" and "Whatcha Gonna Do." The band released 13 albums and was famed for its dynamic rock style.