THE 14TH ANNUAL
STEAMBOAT MOUNTAIN
MUSIC FESTIVAL
July 4-6, 2025
2025 FESTIVAL
Early Bird Ticket Pricing until July 4
Save the dates - July 4 - 6, 2025!
SATURDAY MAIN STAGE
2025 ARTISTS
ARTIST BIOS
Valdy
Born Valdemar Horsdal in Ottawa, Canada, Valdy has been part of the fabric of Canadian pop and folk music for almost 40 years. A man with a thousand friends, from Newfoundland to Vancouver Island to Texas to New Zealand, he’s a singer, guitarist and songwriter who catches the small but telling moments that make up life. He is remembered for Play Me a Rock and Roll Song. Valdy has sold almost half a million copies of his 13 albums, has two Juno Awards (Folk Singer of the Year and Folk Entertainer of the Year), a total of seven Juno nominations and four Gold albums to his credit. Valdy | Lunar Productions
Trena & The Kimberley Crew
Trena, an award-winning emerging Canadian artist and songwriter residing in the East Kootenays, has made her impact showcasing her remarkable talent and growing influence in the country music industry. With multiple award nominations and wins, chart-topping singles, and captivating music videos, Trena is poised to leave an indelible mark on the world of independent country music, and captivating audiences with her authentic and soulful sound. Trena’s genuine connection to her songs ensures that every note is infused with raw emotion, making the song a relatable and immersive experience for fans of true country music.
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Trena has joined together with the talents of drummer Bruce Arnold (Helix, The Hollers), bassist Mike Guarnery (4 Deer Run) and guitarist Gary Schneider to form her band The Kimberely Crew.  They bring blues, rock and country together as one. https://trena.ca
The band is fronted by two local Brisco BC residents, Christa McKergow and Kyle Mosure. They are ready to entertain you all with songs ranging from Country to Rock.
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Christa's diverse vocal journey spans award-winning vocal jazz, Calgary's music scene with Al Barrett, and performances at the Jack Singer Concert Hall with New West Symphony and Chorus. She now collaborates with local Columbia Valley musicians, performing at community events, such as the Steamboat Mountain Music Festival. Her musical style, rooted in jazz and harmony, encompasses rock, blues, pop, country, and alternative. Known for her powerful vocals, Christa brings passion and versatility to every stage, from worship to local gatherings.
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Kyle has been in and out of bands since the 80s. He had been a guitar player but seldom a vocalist. He built a ranch and a business in northern Alberta. After 43 years, he decided to retire and head to the mountains. Kyle now indulges in two of his lifelong passions, horses and music. His musical journey has led him to a place where he now sings lead in many of the band’s songs.
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The band consists of:
Christa McKergow – vocals
Kyle Mosure – vocals, guitar
Marty Beingessner – guitar, backing vocals
Kevin Olson – guitar, backing vocals
John MacRobbie – bass, backing vocals
TBA - drums
Hard Drive
Hard Drive is a road tested band, who have been entertaining Western Canadian audiences for over a decade.
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Based in Calgary, Alberta, the members of Hard Drive are:
Russ Brent – Guitar, Lap Steel, Vocals
Zoran Kosic – Guitar, Bass, Vocals
Chad Holtzman – Bass, Guitar, Vocals
Andrzej Ryszka– Drums, Vocals
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With a versatile set list that includes Classic Rock and Blues, Hard Drive will leave you wanting more with their Infectious grooves and rocking guitar harmonies.
Ethan Askey & the Elevators
Ethan Askey & the Elevators present original rock, rhythm and blues music from the Kootenays to the world. Steady international radio play has earned them a Top 50 Canada Albums chart position (Roots Music Report) for 150-plus weeks. With the powerful sounds of electric harmonica, slide guitar, and vocal harmonies they will draw you into tasty tales of faraway places, love gone wrong, and whistling past the graveyard. This band also can reinvent 80s pop music as barn-burning boogie for the dancers like no one's business! Individually, the band members are no strangers to the stage, with international touring experience in wide ranging genres of music, from rock to blues to punk to funk. They've come together to form The Elevators. Bandleader Ethan Askey is an emerging singer-songwriter and musician on the global stage. He has long apprenticed as a studio session player and sideman, across North America and Europe, based in the Rocky Mountains. www.ethanaskey.com
Mark Lorenz
Mark Lorenz is a seasoned Country Recording Artist with over 30 years of experience performing and touring across North America.
With a passion for storytelling through music, Mark has released seven albums, and 12 national and international radio singles, earning widespread recognition in the country music scene.
Mark’s career has also been marked by the release of eight captivating music videos, as well as cameos in several other artist videos, TV and film appearances.
Throughout Mark’s extensive career, Mark has had the privilege to performing for crowds from 50 - 75000 people, solidifying his reputation as a dynamic and engaging live performer.
Mark’s dedication to his craft continues to resonate with fans old and new, making him a respected figure and well sought after artist in the country music industry. Mark Lorenz
the Spruce Tops
Wayne Giles and Warren Nuevomen met as neighbours and quickly realized a common interest in both traditional Celtic and Bluegrass music. Both with musical backgrounds, they began selecting traditional instrumental folk songs and playing at local venues. From there they have branched off into new genres, always challenging themselves to learn a new style to perform. Some surprising major influences they have in common include Kenny Baker, the Chieftains, the Pogues, and Stéphan Grappelli. The Spruce Tops name came as an homage to the various “spruce topped” instruments they play. Instrumentally driven, the Spruce Tops bring a lively energy of traditional music from around the world that keeps everyone engaged (and sometimes brings out the Irish / Highland dancers). Their sets incorporate these various fiddle / guitar / tenor-banjo and mandolin styles that keep the audience guessing which traditional style they’ll whip out next. From melancholy duets played at weddings, to a stomping St. Patrick’s Day pub night, The Spruce Tops, frequently with guest musicians, keep crowds entertained with their unique style of playing and love nothing more than a packed venue, with the audience
clapping along to a roaring jig
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The Radium Project
The Radium Project is a musical adventure of Folk, Rock, Blues and determination!
Members of the band are:
Sylvia Power - Vocals, Guitar
Dave Drouin - Bass, Keys
Matt Shelson - Drums
Mike Shelson - Guitar & Bass guitar
Jesse Couvillon - Guitar
The Intended
The Intended is a powerful 7-piece R&B band bringing high-energy grooves and infectious rhythms to every performance.
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With a dynamic horn section driving the sound, they deliver a soul-stirring mix of classic R&B, rock, and funk that keeps audiences dancing all night long.
Their setlist features timeless hits like In the Midnight Hour, Gimme Some Lovin’, Mustang Sally, and Higher and Higher, with many surprises to excite the crowd.
Whether its soulful vocals with thick harmonies, or laying down tight horn lines, this band brings passion and precision to every performance.
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From bluesy ballads to high-energy classic rock, The Intended creates an unforgettable live music experience that blends old-school cool with modern energy.
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Whether you’re a longtime fan of classic R&B or just looking for a great night out, this band guarantees a fabulous night of entertainment.
Randy Marchi : Vocal / Trumpet / Trombone / Guitar
Shinobu Murata: Trumpet / Trombone
Ed Johnson : Drums / Vocal / Harmonica
Murf Martin : Bass / Vocal
Tim Plait : Piano / Vocal
Larry Dureski : Alto, Tenor, Baritone Saxophone / Flute
Greg Gomola : Lead Guitar / Vocal