Contemporary Roster

May-8-08

Steve Poltz returns to LTA with the release of new CD, Traveling
LiveTourArtists is pleased to announce exclusive Canadian representation for singer/songwriter, Steve Poltz. The Maritimes born, Califoirnia resident catapulted into recognition in the '90s as former guitarist with Jewel and co-author of her massive hit, "You Were Meant For Me". His solo albums and live concert reputation have slowly built up a dedicated following of fans internationally. Steve returns to Canada on June 11 to perform the National Anthem at The Blue Jays game at the Rogers Centre, and will also appear at the Stan Rogers Folk Festival in July in Nova Scotia. To hear some music from the new album, Traveling (98 Pounder/Fontana-North) and to view some hilarious live concert video footage, click here...

Apr-22-08

LiveTourArtists welcomes Trailer Park Boys stars: Ricky, Bubbles and Julian
LTA is very pleased to announce representation of the three main anti-heroes from Trailer Park Boys, Ricky, Bubbles and Julian - the 3 alter ego characters of actors Robb Wells, Mike Smith and John Paul Tremblay. The Trailer Park Boys television show and movie have become a Canadian pop culture phenomenon that has now grown into international success. Ricky, Bubbles and Julian will be available in character for special events and appearances throughout North America. For more information, click here...

Apr-6-08

David Francey wins 2008 Juno for Right of Passage CD
LTA is honoured to announce that highly respected singer/songwriter, David Francey has once again been awarded with a Juno in the Roots & Traditional Album of the Year category for his his latest CD, Right of Passage. This marks the third time that Francey has won this particular Juno. In 2003, it was for his album, Far End of Summer and in 2004 it was for the critically acclaimed disc, Skating Rink. For more information on the 2008 Juno Awards, click here...

Mar-31-08

The Joys named winners in the 2008 Jack Richardson Awards
The 2008 Jack Richardson Awards were handed out last night in London, Ontario and LTA is pleased to report that The Joys were given top honours in the Rock Category. The awards, recognizing excellence in musicians from the London area, are named for legendary rock producer Jack Richardson who was in attendance at this year's ceremony. The timing coincides with the imminent release of The Joys' new album, Unfold. For more on the event and other winners, click here...

Mar-25-08

Honeymoon Suite honoured at First Annual Niagara Music Awards
In recognition of their stature with their origins in the Niagara region, legendary Candian rockers Honeymoon Suite have been recognized as recipients of the first ever Special Achievement Award at the 2008 Niagara Music Awards. The celebrations took place on March 25 at the Niagara Centre for the Performing Arts. To read more on the awards and to view this year's winners, click here...

Mar-8-08

Little Miss Higgins wins 2008 Indies Award
On the heels of 2008 Folk Alliance conference in Memphis where Little Miss Higgins was one of the event's top buzz acts, LTA is pleased to report that she has won the 2008 Indie Award under Favourite Blues Artist or Group of the Year. The Awards were part of the 2008 Canadian Music Week industry conference in Toronto where Little Miss Higgins also showcased to full houses at The Cameron and Hugh's Room. Her CD, Junction City is also nominated for a Juno (see below). For more info on the 2008 Indies, click here...

Feb-29-08

Paul Quarrington of Porkbelly Futures named winner of Canada Reads 2008
CBC Radio 1's national competition to select one already well-recognized book for the nation to collectively read has just announced this year's winner. It has gone to the award-winning author and guitarist/vocalist with Porkbelly Futures, Paul Quarrington. The week long on-air discussion and debate narrowed the field down from books by Nalo Hopkinson, Mavis Gallant, Thomas Wharton and Timothy Findlay to settle on Paul Quarrington's King Leary, a novel about hockey, winter and a charming octogenarian rascal. For more on Paul's book and this year's Canada Reads, click here...

Dec-03-07

David Francey winner at 2007 Canadian Folk Music Awards
The 2007 Canadian Folk Music Award were held this past weekend in Gatineau, Quebec and LTA is pleased to announce that David Francey was named Best Singer-Contemporary for his latest CD, Right of Passage. For more information on the awards event and the winners, click here...

Nov-05-07

LTA honoured by CAPACOA at 2006-2007 Awards
LTA is very pleased to announce Canada's network of performing arts touring professionals, CAPACOA (The Canadian Arts Presenting Association/l'Association canadienne des organismes artistiques) has "recognized the achievements in the 2006 -2007 season by LiveTourArtists in producing and touring exceptional productions, and working in collaboration with presenters to build and maintain audiences." The organization has presented LTA with its Business Member Of The Year award. For more on CAPACOA and the awards, click here...