Rockin’ the Fields of Minnedosa, RFM.  For the past 14 years, this has been the destination for thousands of fans - from Ontario to BC, from Thompson to South Dakota - as they converge to meet with friends old and new and enjoy some of the best live music to be found. The annual rock festival held each August long weekend overlooking Lake Minnedosa is in the midst of preparations for this their 15th anniversary. The Board of Directors has made some changes to the festival this year.  Many of our fans have told us what they want, and as a result we are pleased to announce that Canada’s Premiere Classic Rock Festival will focus on classic rock and that we will be bigger, louder and better than ever! The latest additions to the 2018 lineup are, Headpins, formed in the late 70’s and having had a string of hits they continue to provide fans with an energetic show of pure classic rock. Helix, a hard hitting Canadian rock and metal band that got together in 1974 spawning numerous hits and continues to tour. Honeymoon Suite, Formed in 1981 and the result was several successful albums and hits that continue to be a staple of air play today. Buckcherry is a veteran LA hard rock band that has been blowing fans away with their loud and over the top shows since 1995. Artists previously announced include, Snake Oil is not your average tribute band as they provide authentic theatrical tribute to rock’s biggest stars. Kim Mitchell, with an impressive list of hits from both his solo and Max Webster days, has been entertaining fans since the early 70’s. Trooper, widely recognized as Canada's #1 Party Band they are also Canada's oldest and coolest rock band. Chilliwack, with multiple hits from the early 70’s, they were the headliners at the first Rockin’ the Fields of Minnedosa festival. Three Days Grace's music has been described as post grunge, hard rock, and alternative rock. Whatever the label, this hard hitting band will be releasing their sixth album this March. Burton Cummings, few artists have achieved the level of public success and critical acclaim that Burton Cummings has enjoyed in a dazzling career, whether as lead singer and songwriter with The Guess Who or on his own. There are many more to be announced. The festival site itself features an amphitheatre with built in bench and folding chairs overlooking the main stage and lake.  An additional two stages ensure that there is music on throughout the day and evening as well.  With hot showers, vendors, ice, camping, water and septic service, garbage and recycling pick up, onsite security and first aid there are many ways to keep yourself comfortable. The festival is assisted by a virtual army of volunteers, both on the August long weekend and the weeks leading up to the festival.  Service clubs, businesses and individuals recognize the importance of the festival to the local economy and are eager to support RFM as needed. Ticket information is available at rockinthefields.ca or at 1-888-330-8333. Get the latest on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

On Music Monday students, teachers, and Brandon musicians will gather for a FREE PUBLIC CONCERT to celebrate music in our community! ALL ARE WELCOME WHO: Hundreds of local students and musicians of all ages WHAT: Free public concert (fourth annual) WHEN: Monday, May 7th, 2018 – 1:30 – 2:30pm WHERE: Healthy Living Center gymnasium – Brandon University, 2010 Louise Avenue WHY: To celebrate music and music education in our community BRANDON, MANITOBA – Annually on the first Monday in May musicians, students, and schools across Canada gather to celebrate Music Monday. “Launched in 2005 by The Coalition for Music Education, Music Monday is the world’s largest single event dedicated to raising awareness for music education. Each year, hundreds of thousands of students, educators, and music makers participate in a simultaneous nationwide concert.” (http://www.musicmonday.ca/ ) An exciting community of diverse musicians will gather again this year for a concert and world premiere . . . right here in Brandon. Hundreds of musicians of all ages from many schools and community groups across Brandon will gather to put on our fourth annual free public concert. Brandon School Division elementary choirs and ensembles, the Brandon Conservatory Youth Choir, Suzuki Talent Education Program, and the Brandon School Division Grade 8/9 Wind Ensemble will all be performing. For the concert finale all groups will join for a mass performance and world premiere of, “This Is Where I’m From” by Manitoban composer, Kenley Kristofferson. This piece was commissioned especially for this event and will feature all the groups and musicians involved in the program together. Several special guests from our community will also be in attendance and the event will once again be MC’d by Brandon’s own radio personality, Cam Clark. Some groups in attendance may also be performing separately before and/or after the concert in a variety of local venues to widen our musical reach to the community (see local listings for details). Come be a part of this exciting partnership between multiple local musical organizations as we celebrate music and music education in our community. Plenty of audience seating is available. Do not miss the chance to hear Brandon in concert.

Copied from:  WMCA Facebook Page Canadian singer, songwriter, broadcaster, actor, author and social media star – Jann Arden – returns to Brandon with her new album “These Are The Days.” The Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium is proud to present Jann Arden in concert Thursday, November 8th, 2018. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 4th at 10am. Tickets are available online at wmca.ca and at the WMCA box office at 728-9510. Proceeds from this concert will support the operations and maintenance of the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium. TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, MAY 4 - 10:00am.

Brandon Riverbank Inc., the non-profit, charitable organization responsible for the enhancement and protection of the Assiniboine River Corridor throughout our community is launching a Seat Sale Campaign for the month of May as a fundraising initiative for the Festival Park project. Brandon families and businesses will be presented with the exciting opportunity to leave a permanent mark in our community and this beautiful new venue. For a $2,500 contribution, donors will be recognized as purchasing an amphitheatre seat and will receive a full tax receipt for their contribution. As part of this month-long campaign, each donor will be entered into a draw for the chance to win Dinner for 8 in the Private Dining Room at the 2019 Grey Owl Restaurant, courtesy of Assiniboine Community College. Construction on the project is kicking into high gear this week, and the venue will be open for our community’s enjoyment later this summer. Featuring a covered, serviced stage, amphitheatre seating for up to 3,000, an internal trail system, two new picnic shelters and enhanced native prairie grass habitat, Festival Park will be a community gathering and celebration space capable of hosting cultural celebrations, fundraising events, music and theatre performances as well as summer concerts. Considered a legacy project to celebrate Canada 150 and Brandon’s 135th birthday, Festival Park will be a unique venue in Brandon and southwestern Manitoba that will be a place for families to make memories together for years to come. In addition to the Seat Sale Campaign, there are a number of giving options for corporations, families and individuals who want to be part of developing this beautiful community celebration space. Committee cochairperson Dr. Trudy Corbett, states “I am very pleased to be involved in the Riverbank revitalization. Let’s embrace this exciting opportunity to work with the Assiniboine River to enhance our community for the people of Brandon and Southwestern Manitoba.” The goal of the Seat Sale Campaign is to sell 30 seats in the month of May – contact us today to learn more about how you can become part of this exciting community project!

Kicking off in 2016 and quickly racking up hundreds of shows across the United States, the UK, Australia and New Zealand, the hugely-successful I LOVE THE 90’s TOUR will continue its reign in 2018 with new stops across the United States and Canada. In just two years, the tour has become one of the most sought-after live events, selling out arenas and tickets worldwide with its rotating lineup of the 90’s’ most iconic acts.  The New Year promises fans the same unbelievable live experience with a lineup that could include crowd favorites such as Vanilla Ice, Salt N Pepa, Coolio, Tone Loc, Sugar Ray’s Mark McGrath, Rob Base and additions such as Naughty By Nature, MontellJordan, Kid n Play,Biz Markie and more. "We’re looking forward to a great show in June with a fun roster of artists,” said Jeff Schumacher, general manager, Keystone Centre. The concert falls on the Thursday night of the Manitoba Summer Fair. The I Love the 90’s Tour in Westoba Place is presented by Pepsi and supported by local sponsors including Accel Towing, Paladin Security, 96.1 Bob FM, 94.7 Star FM and more. The I Love the 90’s Tour is represented by Universal Attractions Agency (UAA). Universal Attractions Agency’s Jeff Allen and Jeff Epstein, co-creators of the I Love the 90’s Tour, are more than excited at the breakout success of the tour and are confident that audiences are ready for their next dose of 90’s nostalgia. As both say, “Our object was to capture the imagination of a generation and the I Love the 90’s Tour is a phenomenon that has done just that”. Pepsi Presents: I LOVE THE 90’S TOUR –FEATURING VANILLA ICE, ALL 4 ONE, DJ KOOL, SNAPP! AND C&C MUSIC FACTORY-TICKETS GO ON SALE FRIDAY MAY 4 at 10AM-TICKETS.KEYSTONECENTRE.COM OR (204) 726-3555. THURSDAY NIGHT OF THE MANITOBA SUMMER FAIR.  For updates on upcoming I Love the 90’s Tour dates, please visit  http://ilovethe90stour.com