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Forest City London Music Week
April 28 – May 5, 2019
Presented by Unifor – the union / lesyndicat
The London Music Hall of Fame is located at 182 Dundas Street downtown.
VISITThe not-for-profit Forest City London Music Awards (FCLMA) exists as a regional music incubator to preserve the rich music history of our region, celebrate the music makers of today and encourage a new generation of musicians.
FCLMA is the curator of Canada’s only city specific music hall of fame –
London Music Hall of Fame
Four Pillars of the FCLMA
PRESERVE – CELEBRATE – ENCOURAGE – SUPPORT
The FCLMA is proud to acknowledge that the land on which we gather for our events is the traditional territory of the Anishinaabek, Haudenosaunee, Huron-Wendt, Attawandaron and Lenape Indigenous peoples. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties, including Treaty 6, the London Township Treaty.
LOCAL STARS SHINE at 17th annual gala & 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF
“LET YOUR BACKBONE SLIDE” gets FCLMA partying
The London and area music community Is tuning up for the biggest party of its year at the 17th annual Forest City London Music Awards Gala May 5 at the London Music Hall.
Says show producer Jen Watts: “This will be a night that unifies the community with plenty of marquee performances”.
Tara Dunphy
Tom Dunphy
Maestro Fresh Wes
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The first music awards were handed it in 2003 at the old Club Phoenix (now Moxie’s) and the program has gained momentum and grown every year. “When we started planning this project back in 2001, we could only dream that people would look forward to this celebration — but the community has embraced this event,” says Mario Circelli, chair of FCLMA.
The 2019 gala show looks to hit new highs. Show hosts Tara Dunphy and Tom Dunphy have won quite a few FCLMA trophies themselves with The Rizdales — and the two will bring that flair to their gala performance.
Also set to perform at this year’s gala are two Class of 2019 London Music Hall of Fame inductees. Nora Galloway, first known to fans from her days at Smales Pace and Home County Folk Festival, is one. The other is iconic fiddler John P. Allen who has played with Ian Tyson, Sylvia Tyson, The Good Brothers, Dixie Flyers, Tommy Hunter and Prairie Oyster.
Local blues stars Delta Stone & The Wardogs, powered with new music and video releases, are also on the bill. After triumphing on CTV’s The Launch earlier this year, 21-year-old Londoner Saveria takes the Forest City London Music Awards gala stage for a performance slot.
The show will feature Canadian rap royalty Maestro Fresh Wes performing the hit that put Canuck Hip Hop on the map “Let Your Backbone Slide” as a celebration of the 30th anniversary of the track’s release. That performance will feature support from two London Hip Hoppers Casper The Ghost and Sum-01. Adds Jen Watts, “We are reaching high and punching big.”
Forest City London Music Week 2019 is anchored by two deluxe attractions. London Music Week 2019 starts April 28 at Aeolian Hall with the FCLMA Jazz, World and Classical Awards Gala. Aeolian Hall’s Clark Bryan and Bryan Gloyd are co-hosts and the two stellar pianists are also set to perform.
“We have two galas and a galaxy of stars on hand,” says FCLMA board member James Stewart Reaney. “We ‘bookend’ our celebration of London’s music excellence with the Aeolian gala for starters and then winding up on the next Sunday at another venue that has been so good to us, the London Music Hall. As we have said since Day One: ‘London music is world-class and so are its fans.’ “
Dozens of gigs, big and small take place at venues around London before the 2019 edition of the week closes on May 5 at the London Music Hall with the 17th annual Gala.
IF YOU GO
What: Forest City London Music Awards galas — visit fclma.ca for details on the galas and Forest City London Music Week 2019. Admission to the galas is free, but donations are welcomed.
When: April 28 – Jazz, World and Classical Music Awards Gala — 7 p.m. at Aeolian Hall, 795 Dundas St.
And
May 5 – Forest City London Music Awards Gala — 7 p.m. at London Music Hall, 185 Queens Ave.
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Forest City London Music Awards announces FCLMA – London Music Week
April 28 to May 5
London Music Week shines the spotlight on the rich musical life of the community. It recognizes outstanding contributions, superb performance, writing and producing, and it nurtures up-and-coming talent.
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London Music Week kicks off with the FCLMA Classical, Jazz, World Music Awards Gala on April 28. Doors open at 6 p.m. while the show starts at 7 p.m. at Aeolian Hall.
Throughout the week, live music is showcased at downtown venues. A professional development program is offered through SoundCheck for Success. The day includes panels, discussions, mentorship opportunities, exhibits and performances presented by FCLMA. The Battle of the High School Bands provides an opportunity for young musicians to strut their stuff and compete for a prize package that includes a professionally produced digital release.
“The FCLMA is proud to highlight musicians from our city and surrounding area,” said Mario Circelli, chair. “We believe in the strength of our music community and supporting emerging and established musicians is the right thing to do.”
FCLMA Pop Music Awards Gala May 5 at London Music Hall. Doors at 6 p.m. Show at 7 p.m. Free
The week culminates with the FCLMA Pop Music Awards Gala on Sunday, May 5. It’s a night of love, accolades and live music by nominees and winners. As well as announcing the winners in almost 20 categories, FCLMA recognizes the careers and contributions of the latest inductees to the London Music Hall of Fame.
If You Go
What: FCLMA London Music Week
When: April 28 to May 5, 2019
Where: Live performances at several downtown venues; Classical, Jazz, World Music Awards Gala at Aeolian Hall; Pop Music Awards Gala at London Music Hall
fclma.ca
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London’s Music Hall of Fame a Hidden Gem – CTV London News Story
https://london.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=1612624
FCLMA announces special free Juno exhibit and concert Feb. 23
Londoners have a lot to be proud of as the JUNOs arrive in town. The city is host to the biggest music awards event in the country. It is also host to past, present and future award-winning musicians – at the London Music Hall of Fame.
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Free exhibit of London at the JUNOs at the Music Hall of Fame
Forest City London Music Awards (FCLMA) invites everyone to check out the city’s prominent role in Canadian music during the JUNOs at the Hall of Fame, 182 Dundas St. – the only Canadian city-specific music hall of fame.
Also free: Woodshed Concert Series and FCLMA present a Hall of Famers performance by Canadian Country Music Hall of Famers Marie Bottrell (with guitarist Steve Piticco) and Larry Mercey. Mercey is a multiple-JUNO winner; Bottrell has eight JUNO nominations. Admission is free — but fans are encouraged to bring a donation for The Kids Mental Health Optimist Club of Canada.
“We wanted to celebrate London’s JUNO winners and nominees in a grassroots way — and are thrilled Larry and Marie can join us,” said FCLMA board member James Stewart Reaney. “They have played awards events over the years. But this is the first time they’ve been on the same bill for us.”
“We love the way the Woodshed has brought London indie, roots and community sounds to gigs since 2014. We also love their commitment to ‘Live music for great causes’ — and look forward to co-hosting more events with them,” he said.
Rena O’Halloran, committee member, added the hall shows a rich history of London’s connection to the JUNOs. “The Hall of Fame has gathered together evidence of London’s impact on the JUNOs. From JUNO statuettes to gold records, original artwork, albums and CDs, you can see it all at our special exhibit, London at the JUNOs.”
The hall itself is worth checking out. For its creative reuse of the former site of Nash Jewellers, the Hall of Fame is nominated for a London Heritage Award Feb. 21. Visitors can see the original mosaic tiled entry and rosewood display cases.
If You Go
What: Grand opening of the JUNO exhibit
When: Feb. 23, noon to 5 p.m. Woodshed Series Concert with Marie Bottrell and Larry Mercer at 2 p.m.
Where: London Music Hall of Fame, 182 Dundas St.
https://www.facebook.com/LondonMusicHallOfFame/
the-Woodshed.org or fclma.ca
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These Awards are given out each year by ACO London and HLF in recognition of outstanding leadership excellence in heritage conservation across the London region. Notable past Honourees include Wes Kinghorn, Ann and David Lindsay, and Vintage London, and structures such as the London Normal School, The Unity Project, London Roundhouse, and the Clock Tower Inn in Strathroy as well as many private homes throughout the London region.
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This year’s winners will be announced on the evening of Thursday, February 21st at the 12th annual Gala celebration at the historic Delta Armouries Hotel in the heart of downtown London. The ACO London Heritage Scholarship recipient and London property owners receiving heritage designation plaques will also be recognized at this event.
The Forest City London Music Awards Board of Directors congratulation all nominees and is proud our London Music Hall of Fame is among such outstanding heritage conservationists.
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Janis Wallace, Special to Postmedia Network
FCLMA Allstars NYE Rehearsal
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You’re invited to the biggest party in town, and it’s free.
The Start.ca New Year’s Eve in the Park takes place in Victoria Park. “There is free transportation, free skating, free music, free hot chocolate, free mittens, and free fireworks – at 9 p.m. and midnight,” said Marcus Plowright, chair of the event’s volunteer organizing committee.
Last year, in -28C temperatures, 15,000 people came out. “You couldn’t see the end of the crowd from the stage,” Plowright recalled. This year, organizers have partnered with several local sponsors to reach as many Londoners as possible. “We’ve expanded to include family hours from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.,” Plowright said.
“My job is to put on a good show. I try to convince a lot of well-meaning, hard-working citizens to participate in the biggest party. We fundraise to throw this party, which is paid for by sponsors and donations, including the City, which donates the venue and a small part of the overhead.”
The New Year’s Eve bash costs about $50,000 – $100,000 to cover talent, production costs, security, lighting, heating (on stage), policing, stage management, and fireworks. The two firework shows alone account for about 20 per cent of the budget.
“It’s a big, big fireworks show that goes on a long time. It’s pretty impressive,” said Plowright. This year’s entertainment includes princesses and superheroes for the younger crowd and bands and singers that appeal to all ages and tastes.
“It’s all local talent – I’m very proud of that,” said Plowright. “We want to promote local, and it keeps the costs down and makes it relatable. We want music those 15,000 people know – various types of music and Canadian favourites from the past 40 years.”
Event manager Mario Circelli has drawn on his experience and network to line up a program of award-winning musicians.
“There are a lot of moving parts,” he said. “We’ve got some of the hottest musicians, not only in London but across the province. It’s a celebration of Canadian music. We selected crowd-pleasing tunes everyone will know.”
The entertainment will flow non-stop on two stages from 7 p.m. to midnight, starting with the Amabile Singers on the main stage, then the Magen Boys on the secondary stage. Behind it all is the 14-member Forest City London Music Awards All-Stars and the four-member Forest City London Music Awards Rap Pack of JR Fillion, Sum 1, Ashley Weisbeck and Alex Ven DJ.
Many of the performers are Forest City London Music Award recipients.
The rock duo Swagger was Fan Favourite last year and bassist Mo has been the bass player chosen for the London Music Awards fantasy band two years in a row; Swagger vocalist Darla Stratton was also last year’s fantasy band vocalist.
Asked how she’ll stay warm on New Year’s Eve, Mo said: “I’m going to run around a lot.”
Known for her energetic performances, that’s no change – but the gloves on stage will be new. She’s been practising with fingerless gloves for the cold.
Stratton is also performing with the All-Stars and bringing tea and honey to stay warm.
“We’re known for being animated,” she said. “We’ve never done a half-hour outside. I’ll do lots of warm-ups ahead.”
Guitarist Greigg Fraser is another member of the All-Stars. His five-man band Howzat’s latest release is Shatter, featuring the single Tell Me. He’s performed with or opened for many Canadian music luminaries such as Rush, Max Webster, the Spoons, Rik Emmett, Skip Prokop, Lawrence Gowan, and Downchild Blues Band.
Jazz singer Denise Pelley is in the Music Hall of Fame. She has performed with guitarist Jess Cook, blues legend Jackie Richardson, opened for Aretha Franklin and has a long list of awards, accolades and honours.
Scott Bollert, best-known as the lead singer in After the Lounge, also joins the All-Stars. “It’s the adrenaline that keeps you warm,” he said. “The crowds are amazing. Going off last year, they show enthusiasm about the great Canadian music we’re performing.”
Brent Jones is adding vocals and keyboards. He runs Quiet Earth Studios on a rural property west of London and is co-founder of Back to the Garden Music and Arts Festival. “This is my first outdoor New Year’s adventure,” he said. “I’ll be singing three songs and joining on harmony on some, playing piano on some. I think it will be fun.”
Some of the other All-Star include drummer Brad ‘Lavard’ Ondrovcik of ’63 Munroe and Twin Fin; drummer Fil Beorchia; John Brocksom, a classically trained multi-instrumentalist; vocalist Anne Moniz; Kate Channer; guitarist Paul Aitken; bassist Paul Loeffelholz; vocalist Tanya Lovell; FCLMA winner Saraina Haggarty and singer/songwriter Alan Charlebois on vocals and guitar.
The winners of the Jack FM Road to New Year’s contest MAD! will also perform.
Plowright said 29 local bands entered and four were selected for a battle of the bands in front of a seven-person panel of judges. The winning trio M.A.D. is made up of two 14-year-olds playing lead and bass guitars and a 12-year-old drummer.
“They will open the show and steal the show,” said Plowright.
For his part, Circelli just wants everyone to have a great time.
“The goal is to make it a complete celebration, fun for the whole family,” he said. “The program is accessible and enjoyable for kids of all ages. I’m passionate about local music. There is no doubt in my mind the musicians we have in the city are as good as any musicians anywhere. This showcases our vibrant music scene.”
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Love Music, Love Performing? This is your chance to be a star.
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Calling local musicians to participate in the “Road to New Year’s Eve” contest organized by Jack 102.3FM. The “Road to New Year’s Eve” could be your road to playing in front of thousands of fans at London biggest and only free New Years celebration. It’s Start.ca New Year’s Eve in the Park and you could be slated to perform Monday, December 31 at Victoria Park opening for the London Music Awards Allstars.
Interested participants just need to submit an entry form including links to two of their songs by November 25. Entry form and more information available at https://www.jack1023.com/ Four semi- finalists will be selected to perform at FitzRays on Wednesday, December 5 for a panel of music industry judges. Semi-finalists will receive FitzRays gift certificates and the winner scores $500 and the opportunity to play at London’s biggest New Year’s celebration.
Start.ca New Year’s Eve in the Park is a community-driven event supported by the City of London. This free, fun and family-friendly event brings thousands of Londoners together to enjoy a magical night filled with entertainment for all ages. More to Do, More to See, More to Celebrate!
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Enjoy a curator-led tour of this facility and learn about London’s music history and Hall of Fame inductees – including Guy Lombardo, Tommy Hunter, Garth Hudson, Priscilla Wright and others.
Londoner and drummer Graham Lear (FCLMA Hall of Fame 2018) played with some of the worlds biggest bands; Santana, REO Speedwagon, Gino Vannelli and Paul Anka. Check out his personal road gear.
Doors Open London (DOL) is the City of London’s largest collective celebration of history, heritage and culture. In its 17th year, DOL is one of the longest-running community celebrations in Ontario. This year’s event will be themed on History comes alive in London. Come and explore and learn about London’s heritage and hidden gems through re-enactments, live theatre, pop-up interactive plays or other interactive performances.
This unique two-day event is designed for visitors to discover the city, ask questions and reflect as they travel to London’s meaningful places. Sites will be open for exploration free of charge for local residents and visitors. This annual event has become widely recognized as a weekend of communal gathering, celebration and recognition for London’s heritage sector – featuring hands-on interactive activities that invite the public to participate behind the scenes.
https://fclma.ca/class-of-2018/
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Acclaimed author Julie Chadwick has a London Music Week date. Chadwick shares tales from The Man Who Carried Cash (Dundurn Press). It’s the inside account of the drama that unfolded as the late Londoner Saul Holiff managed troubled country music superstar Johnny Cash from 1960 – 1973.
Holiff not only “carried Cash” during those tumultuous years, he was the man who brought Johnny and June Carter together. Julie Chadwick is at Brown & Dickson on Saturday, April 14, at noon.
“I was surprised by two things — one, by the depth and intimacy of how they interacted at times; when they worked well together they were so complementary that their partnership was a dream, and led to incredible highs and successes,” Chadwick says in a LondonFuse story about her book. “But independently, they were powerful figures with their own ideas and direction, and when they clashed it was intense and sometimes ugly.
“Secondly, I was impressed by Saul’s sense of vision. In his own business earlier on and with Johnny, he was consistently thinking outside the box.”
Later on Saturday, Chadwick is at a screening of Jonathan Holiff’s My Father & The Man In Black at the Jack Richardson Ballroom followed by a Q&A. It’s a fundraiser for London Music Hall Of Fame.
LMW 2018 winds up Sunday, April 15, with a 7 p.m. gala at the London Music Hall.
And … Saturday, April 14 @ 7:00pm
Ballroom
182 Dundas Street
London, Ontario
Tickets: $20
Special Hometown Screening of “My Father and The Man In Black”
The only inside look at the legendary Johnny Cash, as seen through the eyes of his longtime manager, Londoner Saul Holiff—the man who put Johnny together with June. Hosted by filmmaker Jonathan Holiff, this event is a fundraiser for The Jack Richardson Music Hall of Fame.
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The Jazz and Classical Music Awards gala was held at Aeolian Hall, where a full house enjoyed several performances by bass-baritone singer Chad Louwerse, Eagle Flight Singers, Laurraine Sigouin, the Mark Swan Quintet and Pride Men’s Chorus London.
The gala was hosted by Aeolian Hall founder Clark Bryan and his husband Bryan Gloyd.
“The talent in this city holds up to anything in Canada” – Mario Circelli
Bryan was elated that his El Sistema Aeolian, which he directs, won the award for Classical Instrumental (Group).
“One of the things we always forget is just how much talent and drive we have in our musicians and London has a lot to celebrate,” said Bryan.
“The only reason I stay at this work is because of that (El Sistema) program.”
Bryan founded El Sistema in 2011, the free, intensive after-school music program based on a program founded in Venezuela in 1975 by conductor José Antonio Abreu, who died last week. There is also a program for adults.
Among the other winners was the Indigenous group, Eagle Flight Singers, who took home the award for world music, and cellist Christine Newland, who took home the classical instrumental solo award. Newland has become a popular musician in the city, often appearing on stage and on recordings for local artists, including rocker Sarah Smith, nominated in the rock category.
Eagle Flight Singers
Mario Circelli, the awards founder, was pleased with the results and looking ahead to the gala for pop and rock and inductions into the London Music Hall of Fame Sunday at London Music Hall.
“The talent in this city holds up to anything in Canada,” said Circelli, a former musician and now a record and video producer.
“People should know about it. Next Sunday is going to be a blast, but the real word to use to describe this whole week is ‘celebration.’”
Other winners of the Jazz and Classical Awards are:
Pride Men’s Chorus London, classical vocal (choir or group); Nicole Tan, classical vocal (solo); 5PGB (Five Piece Groove Band), jazz instrumental (solo or group); and, Hilary Welch, jazz vocal (solo or group).
London Music Week continues Monday at 7 p.m., with Women of London Music, featuring Emm Gryner, Megan Schroder, Camie and Jenn Rayna, at The Angry Goat Public House, 855 Wellington Rd. South. Admission is free.
The FCLMA also operates the London Music Hall Of Fame at 182 Dundas St., London, where the contributions of more than 20 inductees are celebrated.
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The London Music Awards has a score and more of events lined up for London Music Week April 8-15.
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The official opening show is the jazz & classical awards gala on Sunday
April 8 at 7 p.m. More awards and London Music Hall Of Fame inductions take centre stage at the closing gala at the London Music Hall on April 15 at 7 p.m.
But the first sounds of LMW 2018 are heard on the afternoon of Friday April 6 at the Hall Of Fame. The Hall celebrates the big week with extra days open and extended hours. The public and media is invited to join in.
Spicing Friday’s open Hall is a live broadcast by CHRW 94.9 Radio Western’s DJ Mediafrenzy (2 p.m.) and Dave (whatwave) O’Halloran (4 p.m.) from the adjoining Rosewood Lounge.
“Playing a whole set of local tunes, DJ Mediafrenzy invites you to come by, visit the music museum (Hall Of Fame), chat about bands and celebrate the amazing local music talent in this city,” the DJ (Melissa Parrott off-stage) says on her Facebook page.
DJ Mediafrenzy
“Directly after, Radio What Wave (helmed by FCLMA steering committee member O’Halloran) takes over for another two hours of local goodness.”
The weekend launch for LMW 2018 continues on Saturday at the Hall in the afternoon and at the Eastside Bar & Grill when JRLMA award-winners Full Petty Fever have a night-time gig.
Then, the Aeolian Hall gala marks the official opening of LMW 2018. The Eagle Flight Singers. Pride Men’s Chorus, Laurraine Sigouin and Chad Louwerse share the stage. The Aeolian’s executive and artistic director Clark Bryan and its jazz programming curator Bryan Gloyd are co-hosts. The gala is free with admission via an EventBrite “ticket.”
Visit fclma.ca for full 2018 details.
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Hall of Fame, 2018 Inductees & Other Honours Announced
The London Music Awards has unveiled its three 2018 Inductees to its Hall of Fame and two LifeTime Achievement recipients in addition to announcing the hosts for the 2018 LMA Awards show April 15 at the London Music Hall.
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Who comprises the London Music Hall Of Fame’s Class Of 2018? Acclaimed drummer Graham Lear; the late Gordie Tapp, a TV star on many country-music themed shows; and London rocker Doug Varty. Their excellence will be represented alongside more than two dozen peers from London music over the decades in the Hall Of Fame, 182 Dundas St.
Also being honoured: Longtime London promoter Nick Panaseiko is to receive a FCLMA Lifetime Achievement Award. He joins the late Saul Holiff, announced earlier as a 2018 Lifetime Achievement honouree, as a recipient. The three Hall Of Fame inductees and two Lifetime Achievement honourees will be formally recognized during London Music Week 2018, which goes April 8-15.
Hosting this year’s Gala Awards show are rising stars Julia Haggarty and Chad Price
The FCLMA also operates the London Music Hall Of Fame at 182 Dundas St., London, where the contributions of more than 20 inductees are celebrated.
Graham Lear
Doug Varty
Gordie Tapp
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Directors Honours Londoner Saul Holiff with 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award
The London Music Awards is honoured to announce Saul Holiff as a 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.
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The Lifetime Achievement award is presented to an individual who has been an outstanding contributor to the London and area music community over many years. The FCLMA board of directors grants this distinction to thank such people and inspire others to make an impact on the community.
Saul Holiff certainly made an impact. As the manager of U.S. country superstar Johnny Cash from 1960-1973, Holiff helped shape the future of the modern Canadian music industry. He managed the careers of many Canadian artists, including Tommy Hunter and Debbie Lori Kaye — and made London a music business city in the 1960s.
Holiff was among the first to bring live Rock ‘n’ Roll to Canadian audiences, including Bill Haley and His Comets; The Everly Brothers; Buddy Holly; Chuck Berry; and, Jerry Lee Lewis. He also promoted country acts, including Marty Robbins; Kitty Wells; Jimmy Rodgers, Faron Young; and, Johnny Cash (starting in 1958).
In his autobiography, CASH, the singer said: “It was Saul who pushed me to take my show, and my career, to another level. I was perfectly happy where I was, doing what I loved to do and getting paid for it but, after I got to know Saul, I started liking his ideas. Instead of just ballrooms and dance halls, Saul said I should be aiming at Europe, the Orient, and big places in big cities. And that was just the beginning.”
The first Lifetime Achievement Award honouring Londoners who have made an outstanding commitment to music was handed out by a LMA forerunner in 2003.
Holiff will be honoured at the Awards Gala April 15, part of the 2018 Jack Richardson London Music Week, April 8-15.
The Jack Richardson Music Awards
The not-for-profit Forest City London Music Awards (FCLMA) is a regional music incubator to preserve the rich music history of our region, celebrate the music makers of today and encourage a new generation of musicians.
The FCLMA also operates the Jack Richardson Music Hall Of Fame at 182 Dundas St., London, where the contributions of more than 20 inductees are celebrated.
Creating a February Fever – Johnny & June: Engaged in a Fever February 22, 2018
The London Music Awards (FCLMA) will be heating up February by making it hotter than a pepper sprout. If that sounds like the words to Jackson — the signature song of country superstars June Carter and Johnny Cash — it should. The awards program is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Cash’s on-stage proposal to Carter on Feb. 22, 1968 at the old London Gardens with a country music gala 50 years to the day after it happened.
February 22, 2018 at the London Music Hall, LMA presents – Johnny & June: Engaged in a Fever – A 50th Anniversary Celebration of that Magical Night at the London Gardens, February 22, 1968
Tickets https://www.londonmusichall.com/events/
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Guests of honour include W.S “Fluke” Holland, Cash’s drummer who was behind the kit at the iconic 1968 London Gardens show and Tommy Cash, Johnny’s younger brother. JRLMA winners The Marrieds perform a tribute to Johnny and June with guest appearances by Holland and Cash.
Proud supporter of Johnny & June: Engaged in a Fever
What you need to know:
More London musicians will be joining the show and other guests who know the Cash-Carter-London story will be here on Feb. 22 or during Jack Richardson London Music Week 2018 (April 8-15).
Filmmaker Jonathan Holiff and author Julie Chadwick will be here on April 15 as London and the FCLMA continue to celebrate that hot February night.
JOHNNY & JUNE & LONDON BACKGROUND
of Rockabilly, Country, Folk and Rock & Roll. His driving “train-like” rhythms and innovative shuffles are distinctively present on dozens of icon-hit records including, Folsom Prison Blues, Ring of Fire, I walk the Line. Boy Named Sue and dozens of other recording by Johnny Cash and The Tennessee3. WS was behind the kit for Cash’s band for the magical night February 22, 1968 at the London Gardens.
For more information contact James Stewart Reaney 226-268-7063, Scott Bollert 519-494-5518
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