2009 Entertainment and Cheering Centres and Post-Run Party at the Sporting Life 10k
Coming out to watch the SL10k? Gather at the following locations on Canada's fastest, and most-fun 10k course—for great live entertainment as you watch the race! Runners, you will be energized as you run past the music and crowds! The finish line will be a party with DJ Roxanne. See Route Map here.
1. Yonge & Merton St.
Runners go by: 8:08 to 8:30am
Who's playing: The Rivits
Old Time Rock N' Roll – The Rivits... aka the boys from "Bombardier" ...have been together for the past 20 years... Rock & Roll... lean & mean!
2. Yonge & Bloor (NW corner)
Runners go by: 8:13 to 8:45am
Who's playing: David Leask
David Leask's traditional Celtic music is infused with a "funky" country-pop "Scottish" flavour which truly captivates his audiences with his intense performance style and of course his Scots charm. Backed by a 5 piece band, he has shared the stage with such artists as the Waterboys, the Irish Descendants, Barra MacNeil's, Natalie MacMaster, and Bruce Guthro at venues across the country where he continues to captivate his audiences. www.davidleask.com
3. Dundas Square (SW corner of Yonge & Dundas)
Runners go by: 8:16 to 8:55am
Who's playing: Tribal Conquest
Tribal Conquest uses the deep vibrations of the Didgeridoos with rhythmic Percussion & soulful Guitar to take you on a journey through the rich tribal groove of the Australian Outback!
4. Richmond & Yonge
Runners go by: 8:17 to 9:00am
Who's playing: Glamorous
Cool R&B with a calypso twist, Glamorous will 'rock your soul'!
5. Richmond and Peter St, aka Blue Jays Way (NE corner)
Runners go by: 8:21 to 9:15am
Who's playing: SHELTER
"Shelter" gets its name from their unique origin of playing weekly at a homeless shelter run through the "Out of the Cold" program. The original lineup was Tim McDonald (lead guitar), Kent McDonald (vocals/rhythm guitar) and JR Grant (vocals/bass), often joined by other guest musicians. With the recent addition of Patrick Hamilton on drums, they are ready to ROCK! Their adaptations of classic rock covers will get you moving.
6. Front Street (North Side west of Spadina)
Runners go by: 8:23 to 9:30am
Who's playing: York Lions Steel Band
Feeling "Hot...Hot...Hot" ...enjoy the hottest steel band north of the Caribbean... the York Lions Steel Band. A chartiable organization, the youth band has traveled all over the world performing at various venues, festivals & events. Check out their website at www.yorklionssteelband.com.
7. Bathurst & Fort York Blvd
Who's playing: TBA
Finish Line at Fort York
Who's playing: DJ Roxanne
Post-Race Party
Fort York
From 8:45 to 9:45am
Who's playing: The Tynes Family Band
There is no shortage of energy when you watch this family band called the Tynes. They are sometimes called the Jackson 5, featuring Snooky Tynes (Dad), who has worked with many famous R & B artists. Playing back-up are the 5 family children. Twin girls on bass/guitar, son on drums and daughter who plays keyboards. Watch for their amazing moves & incredible outfits!
Posts
Are you a participant?
ReplyDeleteyep, it looks like fun
ReplyDelete