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Brock Zeman — http://www.myspace.com/brock_zeman or http://www.brockzeman.com/

Over the past five years Brock Zeman has elbowed his way into the independent music world. The 27 year old singer-songwriter of Carleton Place Ontario has already released 6 albums and toured Canada and the US extensively averaging 250 to 300 dates a year. His signature roots style, has been praised by critics for the maturity of his vocals, the depth of his storytelling and his impressive live performances. He was first discovered by Canadian Country Hall of Famer Keith Glass (Prairie Oyster) who went on to produce his first 4 releases. By the time of his 5th released Brock was picked up by Busted Flat records out of Kitchener Ontario, and in the past five years Brock has become known as one of the most prolific, hard working artists to fly under the radar.

“Brock Zeman should have been born in Austin Texas.” -Rootshighway e-zine
“Zeman clearly ranks with the best emerging Texas/US singer-songwriters that we have encountered here at Blacksheep: Adam Carroll, Hayes Carll, Chris Knight and Slaid Cleaves. Just like them, he's got fistfuls of ferociously good songs and he's not afraid to use 'em. In many ways, he reminds me of a kid Fred Eaglesmith: great stories, fine melodies, a wicked senOver the past five years Brock Zeman has elbowed his way into the independent music world. The 27 year old singer-songwriter of Carleton Place Ontario has already released 6 albums and toured Canada and the US extensively averaging 250 to 300 dates a year. His signature roots style, has been praised by critics for the maturity of his vocals, the depth of his storytelling and his impressive live performances. He was first discovered by Canadian Country Hall of Famer Keith Glass (Prairie Oyster) who went on to produce his first 4 releases. By the time of his 5th released Brock was picked up by Busted Flat records out of Kitchener Ontario, and in the past five years Brock has become known as one of the most prolific, hard working artists to fly under the radar.

Trina Nestibo —  http://www.myspace.com/trinanestibo

With gusto, Trina Nestibo is emerging on the Canadian folk-roots scene as a respected artist delivering a fresh new sound that’s attracting listeners far and wide. Trina’s spirited music infuses flavours of rock, soul, country and blues creating a sound that is truly her own. She writes meaningful songs about real life and real experiences, drawing on her prairie roots, love for simple pleasures and flat-out appreciation for life. Gritty. Ethereal. Soulful. Trina’s signature voice is truly an instrument unto itself. At home on the stage, this no-nonsense woman captures listeners instantly with her heartfelt honesty and story-telling, and contagious energy. Trina accompanies herself skillfully on acoustic guitar, squeezebox and piano, with her bare feet stomping every step of the way.       
Hardly a newcomer to the music scene, Trina Nestibo has been crooning soulful tunes since childhood. Twenty years of classical piano, post-secondary studies in voice, an appearance at Carnegie Hall with the Brandon University Chamber Ensemble and a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy all demonstrate Trina’s passion and dedication for music.
 Trina has formed and/or been a member of several bands and ensembles over the years including Nothin’ But Trouble, Soultree, Tumbleweed Stew and Bryan Bayley and the Circus. Throughout her extensive career, Trina has shared stages with the Wailin’ Jennys, Pied Pumpkin, Steve Pineo, Brock Zeman, Dan Walsh, Mel Wilson, Kit Johnson, John Hyde and others too numerous to mention. She has travelled near and far appearing at venues and events such as Festival Place (Neil Young Tribute Show : Sherwood Park, AB), Edge of the World Festival (Haida Gwaii, BC), the Atlin Summer Music Festival(Atlin, BC), South Country Fair (Fort Macleod, AB), East Coulee Spring Festival (East Coulee, AB), Wild West Bluegrass Festival (Calgary, AB), the Rocky Mountain, and Full Moon and Northern Lights Folk Clubs.