Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012
Darby's Pub
The trio plays from 9PM to Midnight. No cover. First band show of 2012.
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012
Melodies In Mind CJSF Radio
Playing live on the radio. Tune in at 8PM PST for this 20 minute interview and performance. In the second hour, starting at 9PM PST, I'll be playing "in the round" with three other singer/songwriters. On the radio at 90.1FM and also streamed live.
Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012
The Tipper Restaurant Vancouver, BC
Solo/acoustic and in the round with Chris Ronald and Cole Petrone. "Takin' Turns at The Tipper" is a twice-monthly music circle. The event happens every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at The Tipper Restaurant on Kingsway.
Friday Feb. 24th 2012
Trees Coffee House Vancouver
Sharing the bill with The Tree Shepherds and Short of Able. Solo/acoustic.
Tuesday April 17th 2012
Raw Canvas Vancouver
A Yaletown hangout. On the bill with Adam Farnsworth and Friends.
Sunday, May 6th 2012
Cafe HalfWatt Rotterdam, Holland
First stop on the Holland tour. A small, cozy cafe. Solo/acoustic. Backed by Pim Bouwens.
Friday May 11, 2012
De Vreemde Eend Dordrecht, Holland
A friendly neighbourhood cafe. Playing a 45-minute set, starting at 8:30PM.
Saturday May 12, 2012
Cafe Max Stavoren, Holland
Contact Cafe Max for tickets.
Sunday May 13, 2012
Taverne De Waag Haarlem, Holland
Early show. 5PM. This old tavern was built in 1597.
Saturday May 19, 2012
De Drvkkery Middelburg, Holland
Early show. 4PM. One-hour set. De Drvkkery is a book and music store.
Sunday May 20, 2012
De Compagnie Veghel, Holland
Afternoon concert (3PM to 5PM) at this art gallery/cafe. Last day of the tour.
Friday December 23, 2011
The Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel Vancouver, BC
This might be a posh lounge setting, but The John Pippus Band is gonna rock it. 10PM to Midnight. Quoting from the website: "Stop by the Fairmont Pacific Rim’s West Coast Music Sessions, presented by SHORE 104 FM - Roots, Rock & Rhythm. Running every Friday night for 26 weeks is a free live concert in one of Vancouver’s premiere intimate live music venues the Lobby Lounge. This 26 week event features some of Vancouver's most talented emerging artists." Best of all? No cover!
Sunday December 18, 2011
The Media Club Vancouver, BC
A very solid triple bill. Steel Audrey, Harma White, and The John Pippus Band. Only $8 for all this goodness. A Christmas treat in the making. 8PM.
Thursday December 15, 2011
The Sylvia Hotel Vancouver, BC
Once again, playing two sets in this historic venue overlooking English Bay. With Michelle Richard. 8PM to 10PM. No cover. Chill.
Saturday November 26, 2011
Darby's Pub Vancouver, BC
The John Pippus Band rides again. This time, at Darby's a pub in the heart of Kitsilano (4th and MacDonald). 9PM. No cover. Just rocking good times and beer.
Saturday November 12, 2011
The Princeton Pub Vancouver, BC
The John Pippus Band. Also on the bill: Marq DeSouza, Natalie Edward, and Stephanie Chatman. 9PM Cover $6.
Thursday November 3, 2011
The Sylvia Hotel Vancouver, BC
Playing in this historic venue overlooking English Bay. Sharing the stage with Michelle Richard, a talented blues and jazz vocalist. 8PM to 10PM. No cover. It's my favorite lounge gig.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
The Heritage Grill New Westminster, BC
The John Pippus Band playing three sets. Starting at 8PM. No cover. Three hours of music. Good to be able to stretch out. The Heritage Grill is on the same block as the Columbia sky train station, so easy to get to. Full menu and great vibes, open till 2am.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Char's Landing Port Alberni, BC
Char's Landing is in a converted 100-year-old church. Doors at 7PM, show at 8PM. $15. Part of the Autumn Island Tour with Mike Weterings.
Saturday October 15, 2011
The Duncan Garage Showroom Duncan, BC
Great room over on the Island. Hosted by Longevity John. I'm sharing the bill with Mike Weterings. $10 advance, $12 at the door.
Friday, October 14, 2011
Joe's Garage Courtenay, BC
Last time I played here was in March with Ivan Boudreau. Now I'm coming back with Mike Weterings.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
The Moka House on Hillside Victoria, BC
The start of the Autumn Island Tour with Mike Weterings. A 50 seat (or so) coffee house in Victoria. $10 at the door or call the Moka to reserve tickets.
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Fibonacci Cafe Penticton, BC
Last stop on the Okanagan tour. 7:30PM. $5 suggested donation.
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Elephant Island Winery Naramata, BC
Mike and I are playing the courtyard for all the wine tasters. Chill, no cover. 2:30 to 4PM.
Saturday, October 1, 2011
The Talkin' Donkey Vernon, BC
Vernon songwriter, Pauline Kyllonen opens. Mike Weterings and I follow with separate 45 minute sets. Part of the Okanagan Fall Tour. 7:30PM $7 cover.
Friday September 30, 2011
The Minstrel Cafe Kelowna, BC
Day Two at The Minstrel. Solo/acoustic. Double bill with Mike Weterings. 8PM. $5 entertainment surcharge.
Thursday September 29, 2011
The Minstrel Cafe Kelowna, BC
A well established venue on the BC music circuit. Solo/acoustic. Double bill with Mike Weterings. 8PM. $5 entertainment surcharge.
Saturday September 24, 2011
Howe Sound Brew Pub Squamish, BC
Playing for the third time at this great pub in Squamish. With the trio. Three sets. Good times ahead!
Wednesday September 21, 2011
Folk Oasis Vancouver, BC
Playing live on CITR radio. Val Cormier hosts this weekly show, "Folk Oasis. 8PM to 10PM on Wednesday nights. I'll be on from 8:30PM to 9PM (PST) playing songs from the new album and more. 101.9FM and CITR.CA
Wednesday September 7, 2011
The Railway Club Vancouver, BC
This is the CD Release Party for my new all-blues album, "Wrapped Up In The Blues". Sharing the night with Ev and The Taylor Harp Band. $8 at the door.
Saturday August 20, 2011
City of Vancouver's 125th Birthday Celebrations Vancouver, BC
Solo/acoustic. Playing in the afternoon in the gardens of Mole Hill in Vancouver's West End. A neighbourhood event with music, art displays, and heritage walks.
Saturday August 13, 2011
Howe Sound Brew Pub Squamish, BC
Mission: Get the dance floor rocking. Saturday night in Squamish. The John Pippus Band. Power trio, tight and getting tighter. Action packed and ready to rock. Three sets. Good times ahead!
Saturday August 6, 2011
The Princeton Pub Vancouver, BC
The John Pippus Band. A fundraising night I'm co-producing with Jay Peachy. Also on the bill: Steel Audrey, Laine Henderson. Plus comedy, silent auction, raffle, and get this... body painting. $10 at the door. Proceeds to the Canadian Mental Health Association.
Saturday to Monday, July 30 - August 1, 2011
The ArtsWells Music Festival Wells, BC
Looking forward to three days of music and good times at this annual music fest up in the Barkerville area. Rob Fillo backing me on bass and vocals. The Legion on Saturday at 9PM. And on The Sunset Stage at 2:30PM on Sunday. I'm also M.C'ing a workshop on Saturday afternoon. ArtsWells is rated one of the Top 10 festivals in Canada by CBC Radio 3. Honoured to be part of the 8th annual event.
Thursday July 28, 2011
The Art We Are Cafe Kamloops, BC
A double bill with Andrea Ramolo. We're both playing at the ArtsWells Festival on the weekend following. Cover $10. Show starts at 8PM. Acoustic. Backed by Rob Fillo on bas and second guitar.
Wednesday July 27, 2011
The Backstage Lounge Granville Island
The John Pippus Band. Son Jake on drums. And Rob Fillo on bass. Also on the bill: Natalie Edward. Music starts at 10PM. $6 cover. We play at 11PM. Part of Mike Weterings' West Coast Wednesday Series.
Tuesday July 26, 2011
CJSF Radio International (Online)
Tune in to Simon Fraser University's radio station, 90.1FM or CJSF.CA at 8PM PST to hear a 20 minute interview and a live performance. In the second hour, 9PM PST, I'll be playing 'in the round' with the two other guests, Sadie Donovan and Britt Bonshor. I'll be joined by my band, and we'll be playing songs from the new album, "Wrapped Up In The Blues".
Tuesday July 12 2011
The Railway Club Vancouver, BC
The John Pippus Band. Jake on drums, Rob on bass. Harma White closes the night, think young Led Zep party band. And opening act is LIO, a very fine singer/songwriter. $8 at the door.9PM.
Tuesday June 28, 2011
C'est What Toronto, Ontario
On Front St. in Downtown Toronto. Capacity 100. Singles malts and craft beers aplenty. Blair Packham opens. Hosted by Adam Faux. Solo/acoustic.
Thursday June 23, 2011
Elmdale Tavern Ottawa, Ontario
Double bill with Marie-Josee Houle. See The Elmdale's site for details. Solo acoustic.
Saturday June 11, 2011
Malone's Bar and Grill Vancouver, BC
The John Pippus Band. Rocking it out with the blues/rock power trio. Jake on drums, Rob on bass. 9PM.
Thursday June 9, 2011
Waves Coffee House Vancouver, BC
Solo/acoustic. Playing at 45 minute set at this coffee house on Kingsway, out near Willingdon. 8PM.
Friday May 20, 2011
Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel Vancouver, BC
Solo/acoustic. Michelle Richard guesting on a few songs too. Sponsored by The Shore 104.3 FM. 8 - 9PM. In the lounge. No cover.
Wednesday May 11, 2011
The Backstage Lounge Granville Island
Debut of The Pippus Family Band. Son Jake on drums. And Rob Fillo on bass. Also on the bill: Natalie Edward and Shera Kelly Band. Music starts at 10PM. $8 cover. Part of Mike Weterings' West Coast Wednesday Series.
Saturday April 16, 2011 Gallery Gachet Vancouver, BC
Eight singer/songwriters, including me, play other local singer/songwriters' songs. Doors at 8PM. Music at 9PM. $8 at the door. Beer and wine $3.75.
Tuesday April 5, 2011 The ACT Maple Ridge, BC
The Maple Ridge Art Centre and Theatre. Playing as part of the After-hours Lobby Events Program. A decent stage/lights/and sound, I'm told. And a beverage bar with beer/wine/soft drinks. Hosted by Ivan Boudreau.
Tuesday March 29, 2011
"Melodies In Mind" SFU Campus, Burnaby, BC
Playing on CJSF radio with multiple Juno Award winner, Bill Bourne. Also Vancouver singer/songwriter Lindsay May. Hosted by Ryan Fletcher. Tune in to 90.1FM or on the 'net at CJSF.CA
Saturday March 26, 2011
The Penticton Art Gallery Penticton, BC
Last stop on the BC tour with Ivan Boudreau. Only 50 seats available. $10 members and students. $15 non-members. 7PM.
Friday March 25, 2011
The Minstrel Cafe Kelowna, BC
A well established venue on the BC music circuit. Solo/acoustic. Double bill with Ivan Boudreau. 8PM.
Thursday March 24, 2011 The Talkin' Donkey Vernon, BC
First stop on the Okanagan Tour leg of the tour with Ivan Boudreau. Pauline Kyllonen opens. $12 at the door.
Saturday March 12, 2011
Char's Landing Port Alberni, BC
Char's Landing is in a converted 100-year-old church. Doors at 7PM, show at 8PM. $15. Birgit Kuit opens for Ivan and I.
Friday March 11, 2011
The Duncan Garage Showroom Duncan, BC
Great room over on the Island. Hosted by Longevity John. I'm sharing the bill with Ivan Boudreau. $10 advance, $12 at the door. David Teichrob, host of CHLY Radio's "Road Poets" will open with a four-song set.
Thursday March 10, 2011
Joe's Garage Courtenay, BC
Kicking off the BC Tour with Ivan Boudreau. Opening act: Birgit Kuit.
Thursday February 24, 2011
Nyala African Restaurant Vancouver, BC
Double bill with Jimfre Bacal. A rare talent. Glad to be getting funky with Jimfre. Ev will be joining us for this one. By donation.
Saturday February 12, 2011
The Billy Bishop Legion Vancouver, BC
A Valentine's Day triple bill for music lovers. Featuring, and in this order: Harma White, John and EV, and Satori Tide. Silent auction art sale and painting demo organized by Sound Therapy Radio. Storm Brewing providing beer at a cheap price. Cool venue tucked away at 1407 Laburnum St. (near Kits Beach), just off Cornwall St. Big dance floor so bring your booty so you can shake it. $10 advance (available at Zulu and Red Cat Records). $12 at the door. 8:30PM to midnight. Sponsored by CITR and VANMUSIC.CA.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
The Morning After Show on CITR Radio Vancouver, BC
Interview and playing live 'in-studio' on Oswaldo Perez' lunch hour radio show on CITR radio. This is UBC's radio station. UBC is my alma mater (2004). Going back to campus. Going to promote the Feb. 12th triple bill at The Billy.
Thursday January 27, 2011
The Sylvia Hotel Vancouver, BC
Playing two sets in this historic venue overlooking English Bay. Backed up by Ev on vocals and percussion. A lounge gig. More covers than usual. Keeping it mellow(ish). 8PM to 10PM. No cover.
Saturday January 15, 2011
Howe Sound Brew Pub Squamish, BC
Mission: Get the dance floor rocking. Saturday night in Squamish. John and EV, and Ross Fairbairn playing a few tunes as well. I'll be playing: open tuned guitar, regular tuned guitar, overdriven amped-up harmonica, and more. No cover charge. Just good times.
Thursday Jan. 6, 2011
The Railway Club Vancouver, BC
Triple bill with Sam & Luke, John and EV, and Freeflow. Cover $8. A rocking good night!
Thursday December 30, 2010
Trees Organic Coffee House Vancouver, BC
On the bill with Glenn Chatten and Harriet Frost. 8PM to 10PM. No cover. 450 Granville St.
Friday November 26, 2010
World AIDS Day Benefit Vancouver, BC
Playing in the Pit Pub at 9PM. A 45-minute set with Marq DeSouza on drums, Rob Fillo on bass. Knobs turned to 11. $12 adv. $15 at the door. Then we take it down for an acoustic set in The Gallery, also in the Student Union Bldg. At midnight for an hour long 'in the round' set.
Thursday November 25, 2010
The Yale Hotel Vancouver, BC
Pay-what-you-can at this fundraiser at the venerable Yale Hotel on Granville St. 7PM to 11PM. The line-up includes: Lindsay May, Karen Larson, Don Alder, Taylor Harp, Ross Fairbairn, Angie Inglis, and Vicky Sjohall. I'm doing a half hour set (with a full band)starting at 10PM. Hosted by Yvonne McSkimming. The place was packed when we did a similar night in September.
Sunday Nov. 7, 2010
CKCU Ottawa, Ontario
Live on-air interview with D.D. Rocker on her weekly show, "Rocking The Blues From Canada". 11PM PST.
Wednesday October 26, 2010
The Morning After Show on CITR Radio Vancouver, BC
Hosted by Oswaldo Perez, CITR is UBC's radio station. I'll be on playing a couple of songs live in-studio, and chatting. 11:30AM (PST).
Thursday October 21, 2010
The Sylvia Hotel Vancouver, BC
Playing two sets in this historic venue overlooking English Bay. Backed up by Ev on vocals and percussion. A lounge gig. More covers than usual. Keeping it mellow(ish). 8PM to 10PM. No cover.
Wednesday October 20, 2010
The Princeton Pub Vancouver, BC
Sharing the night with Cory Hawthorne. With EV on vocals and percussion. A classic pub on Vancouver's East Side. 8:30PM. No cover.
October 12, 2010
Backstage Lounge Vancouver, BC
On the bill with A Fish Called Piranha. It's their CD Release Party. They just had a song added to Sirius Radio called "Rome". $10 at the door. 9:30PM. I'm on third (with Ev backing me up), so it's a late one.
October 7, 2010
The Main Vancouver, BC
Double bill with Cameron Scott Fraser (formerly with "Bella"). Ev is joining me for my set. Music starts at 10PM. Funky Greek restaurant. Good bar selection. You can get noisy and I won't mind at this one. No cover. But we're passing a tip jar. Relentlessly.
October 6, 2010
CJSF Radio Burnaby, BC
I'll be on a show called "Endeavors" on SFU's radio station. Hosted by Dan McPeake. An interview and a couple of songs. 5:30PM PST. 90.1FM and streaming live around the world. Scary thought.
October 5, 2010
The Rowing Club Vancouver, BC
One of four singer/songwriters 'in the round'. Part of Yvonne McSkimming's "Just Singing Around" series. Contact yvonne@synergycollective.ca for tickets. They say it sells out!
October 2, 2010
Cottage Bistro Vancouver, BC
On the bill with EV. A funky bar located at 4470 Main St. Friendly place, good menu. Saturday night fever. Ready to rock. Dewey on drums. Playing some back up on EV's tunes, then playing my own set as well.
September 21, 2010
Bluebird North Vancouver, BC
Shari Ulrich is the host. Four singer/songwriters 'in the round'including: Nat Jay, Ron Irving, Michael Vincent, and me. At the Yaletown Roundhouse Community Centre. 7PM. $12 admission ($10 for SAC members) at the door.
September 16, 2010
The Yale Hotel Vancouver, BC
From the organizers: "End of Summer Jam At The Yale slated for September 16. It will be a pay what you can show and will feature performers such as Don Alder, Beverley Elliott, Mark James Fortin, John Pippus, Melanie Dekker, Lindsay May and many more. Doors will open at 6pm and we will have snacks, prizes and treats for all those that join us. This showcase will be supporting all the charities we are currently working with and will feature some of Vancouver's finest songwriters. We promise it will be a fun filled night with many surprises and oodles of incredible music until the Yale closes at 1:30am."
August 19, 2010
The Railway Club Vancouver, BC
Padma's CD Release Party. Documentary film at 7PM (Fierce Light) in the back room. Music starts at 8.30PM with Dve Kytary (Classical/folk guitar duo), followed by Zenith D Wonderpants, Padma, and then I close off the night. I'm playing a 30-minute set at around 10:30PM. $8 at the door.
July 15 - 28, 2010
The Winnipeg Fringe Festival Winnipeg, Manitoba
Bringing my one-man musical memoir "Oh Winnipeg!" to the city that it's named for. At the Colin Jackson Studio Theatre (Venue 17) on Portage Ave. Advance tickets available starting June 21st at the Fringe website.
July 15, 2010
Old Market Square Stage Winnipeg, Manitoba
Playing my songs, solo acoustic, on the main stage at the Wpg Fringe Fest. A 45 minute set starting at 6:45pm.?p?
July 6, 2010
Trees in Yaletown Vancouver, BC
A Tuesday night in Yaletown. 7:30PM start. Small coffee house on Richards St. Playing a 45-minute set. By donation. This is the Yaletown Trees, NOT the mothership on Granville St.
June 24 -27, 2010
Vancouver Island Music Conference Courtenay, BC
Invited to perform a showcase set at this three-day event that features music industry heavyweights, top talent, and workshops for delegates on various aspects of being successful in the music biz. Ivan Boudreau is going to back me up on vocals and bass. I'll be playing at The Whistle Stop Pub at 5:30PM on Friday, June 25th.
June 23, 2010
The Backstage Lounge Vancouver, BC
Triple billed with Watasun and Neal Ryan. And not coincidentally they comprise my crackerjack back up band. Music starts at 10PM. $8 cover. Playing the songs from my upcoming album, "Born A Genius".
June 20, 2010
Car Free Day Festival Vancouver, BC
Playing at the corner of Denman and Comox Streets. A half hour set at this outdoor festival. I'm on at 12:30PM.
May 21, 2010
Lime Vancouver, BC
Playing a 45 minute set. With Neal Ryan backing me up. 9PM. No cover. Good stage and P.A. Japanese restaurant too if you're hungry.
April 22, 2010
Backstage Lounge Granville Island, Vancouver, BC
Sharing the bill with Laugh Rebel, a bluesy, K.T. Tunstall-kind of band from Ontario. I'll be joined by Adam Bailie and Reid Hendry (Watasun) on percussion/bass/steel pan/vocals, and Neal Ryan on lead guitar/vocals. Playing song from my upcoming CD, "Born A Genius". 10PM $10 cover.
April 15, 2010
The Sylvia Hotel Vancouver, BC
Playing two 40-minute sets at this historic venue located on Vancouver's English Bay. 8pm to 10pm. No cover.
March 26, 2010
Trees Organic Coffee House Vancouver, BC
I book this location. Sometimes I book myself. Three acts every Thursday and Friday night. Coming up to four years in May. I'm on the bill with Natalie Edward and Patrick Spencer. He might be with his band, "Case Closed".
February 17, 2010
The Vogue Theatre Vancouver, BC
How cool is this? I'm playing with my band at this huge, historic soft-seater on Granville St. during the Olympics. Here's the format: We play a 45 minute set, starting at 4PM, then the first period of the Men's Preliminary Round hockey game will be projected on a 40-foot HD TV. Then we play a couple of songs between periods. After the game, we finish up with a 30-minute set. Can't wait to play this amazing venue! Tickets are $25 (with $5 going to Haiti Relief Fund).
February 4, 2010
Trees Organic Coffee House Vancouver, BC
On the bill with Rob Cater and Bucky Coe. 8PM. By Donation.
January 21, 2010
The Sylvia Hotel. Vancouver, BC
Playing two 40-minute sets at this historic venue located on Vancouver's English Bay. 8pm to 10pm. No cover. With Pat Covernton on keyboards and Kim Lorene on BG vocals.
