The Effie

Via Castello Live at the Effie
2026-02-14 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
Tickets: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/aUOBwgugb2yK_akj

Minors allowed Accompanied by an Adult
Doors 6:30pm Show 7:00pm
$29 Advance $35 at the Door

Come join us for a romantic folk-rock evening full of energy, whimsy, and passion from your favourite local artists:
Via Castello is a whimsical singer-songwriter blending diverse influences from their upbringing in a rural Italian village, and a small Canadian town. Come into their world as they process it through intimate story-telling, ear-catching melodies, and feel right at home within it.
With support from The Soundwriters and Bushmen!
MC’d and contest run by your favourite local legend, Ryan from Kamloops! Follow us on Instagram for more details regarding the contest @viacastellomusic and @ryan_from_kamloops

Doors 6:30pm Show 7:00 -10:00pm
$29 Advance $34 at the Door

Tickets: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/aUOBwgugb2yK_akj

Blue Moon Jazz Night
2026-02-15 19:30
Blue Moon Jazz Night
Join Lindy in The Loops Swing Dance for a speakeasy-inspired evening of live music, smooth jazz and blues dancing. The night begins with a short slow drag lesson, followed by relaxed social dancing to live music in a laid-back, intimate setting. Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available for purchase. 19+ event.
Doors open at 7:30 PM

TICKETS: https://www.lindyintheloops.com/specialevents?fbclid=IwVERDUAPp13ZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEepyrrkNdrUzbd5NntLgWupow8DYc7dGWAzeo2YetuOBBxoBKy6_tuILukyMg_aem_B8zrGm3yHJu_A6_w6z8NLg

Online tickets available while quantities last. Door tickets subject to venue capacity.

“To protect, promote, and preserve the blues”

The Band
Founded in 2025 by blues fans Darrin Cherewayko and Jeremy Kneeshaw, Velvet Groove from its inception is about traditional, vintage, retro style blues – honouring the styles of Muddy Waters, BB King, Freddie King, Albert King, Elmore James and the “new age”, of Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Paul Butterfield, Buddy Guy, and to the modern age of Colin James, Christone “Kingfish”, Ingram, Derek Trucks, Gary Clark Jr and many others.
A dynamic 4 piece, comprised of BCCMA Winner Drummer Darrin “Dirt”, Cherewayko, 2025 Grand Ole Opry Josie award Bassist-of-the-year Charlie Frie, 16 year old multi-instrumentalist prodigy Jake Soberlak and 3x Best In Kamloops Musician and songwriter Jeremy Kneeshaw provides a one of a kind performance of dance-focused grooves, heart-felt expression, emotion-driven vocals and world-class solo work.
Velvet Groove promises a genuine, authentic Blues experience from the first note to the last.

nightshades with Mother Sun
2026-04-08 19:30
nightshades with Mother Sun

TICKETS: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/aXfz9B3IYCOwi8YZ

Doors 7:00pm Show 7:30pm
Minors Allowed Accompanied by an Adult
$20 + fees

nightshades is a collaborative indie rock band, featuring four esteemed Canadian songwriters (Andrew Judah, Common Fires, DL Ranney, and N.Sherman). In a Beatles-esque timeshare of genre-defying, vibrant music; nightshades’ sound is rich with diverse music exploration, but anchored by melodic hooks and irresistible rhythmic flourish. With all four members swapping vocal and instrumental duties, nightshades’ live show is both visually and sonically dynamic. Complementary (but distinct) timbres, abilities, and songwriting styles blend on-stage in real-time: nightshades assembles a jigsaw puzzle of talent in front of their audience with every performance. Since the band’s inception in early 2023, nightshades has released three full-length records (2025’s ‘Inside Joke’ + ‘Open Secret’, and 2024’s ‘Reducer’), and three EPs (‘It’s Not Weird’, ‘Yellow and Green’, and ‘Very Good Friend’). Opening the show will be Kamloops own dreamrockers Mother Sun

TICKETS: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/aXfz9B3IYCOwi8YZ

Garret T. Willie "Bill's Cafe Tour" Live at The Effie
2026-04-17 19:30
Garret T. Willie “Bill’s Cafe Tour”

Minors Allowed Accompanied by an Adult
Doors 7:00pm Show 7:30pm
$20 + fees

TICKETS: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/aYD8GrbnJdjceuPm

Garret T. Willie’s second album Bill’s Café is more than a record —it’s a tribute and a reckoning. Named after his grandfather’s pool hall café in Alert Bay, British Columbia, the album ties his roots to the bright lights of Nashville, where Willie recorded with Grammy-winning producer Tom Hambridge. Bill’s Café is a road map of grit, heart, and soul. Written between late nights, long drives, and Nashville sessions, the album captures the restless spirit of a young artist carrying old-soul blues and rock traditions into the future. With a voice that cuts like hi-beam headlights and guitar playing that shreds without gimmicks, Willie delivers songs about love, loss, addiction, and ambition —truth-telling wrapped in raw energy. At 25, Willie has already proven himself on stage, channelling a lived-in blues power that feels far beyond his years. His performances —often with solos ripped from behind his head or in the middle of the crowd —are shock waves of electric energy. His debut album Same Pain, co-written with Parker Bossley, earned international acclaim, airplay on BBC Radio 2, Top 20 chart placements in the UK and US, two Western Canadian Music Award nominations, Best New Touring Artist nomination atthe Canadian Live Music Industry Awards and tour dates opening for Kenny Wayne Shepherd, John Fogerty, Kingfish, and Joe Bonamassa.

Shaun Kirk Live @ The Effie
2026-04-19 19:00
TICKETS: https://events.humanitix.com/shaun-kirk-live-the-effie-arts-collective-kamloops-bc
$25 +fees
Doors 6:30 Music 7pm
Hailing from the music-filled streets of Melbourne, Australia, Shaun Kirk is an award-winning blues and soul troubadour recognised for his exceptional talent as a born entertainer. His unique talent has not only earned him many accolades but also much praise from fellow artists, such as three-time Grammy Award Winner Fantastic Negrito, who has declared his show as “One of the best one-man shows he’s ever seen!”
Kirk’s vocals exude a gritty, soulful depth that seems to transcend far beyond his years, with critics continually acclaiming him as “one of the finest blues voices Australia has ever heard” (Buzz Mag). Complementing his vocal artistry, Kirk’s vintage guitar tones and raw grooves pay tribute to the timeless influences that have shaped his musical journey, resulting in a distinctive sound fast becoming his own.
Shaun’s musical journey has taken him to stages all over the world, where he’s not only performed but consistently sold out shows, leaving audiences enthralled by his magnetic presence. From iconic festival stages like Bluesfest Byron Bay, where he’s become a familiar name, to sharing the billing with legends like Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin, John Mayer, Paolo Nutini, John Butler Trio, and The Teskey Brothers; Kirk’s artistic prowess is in esteemed company. Moreover, he’s also had the honour of opening for household names such as blues maestro Joe Bonamassa, soul sensation Allen Stone, and the indomitable Beth Hart; further solidifying his place in the landscape of contemporary music. This remarkable journey is a testament to Kirk’s unmatched talent and ability to connect with audiences across genres and generations.
WHAT THE PRESS IS SAYING ABOUT SHAUN KIRK
“It’s rare to see someone bring down the house as an opener, but Australia’s Shaun Kirk did exactly that. He connected with the crowd immediately”– Soundcheck Entertainment, Canada
“One of the most explosive acts Australia has to offer” – Mixdown Magazine, Australia
“My faith in this generation’s music has been restored.” – Dearhead Press
“Simply astounding.” – Forte Magazine, Australia
Doors 6:30 Music 7pm
$25 +fees
TICKETS: https://events.humanitix.com/shaun-kirk-live-the-effie-arts-collective-kamloops-bc
