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Emerson Drive

Friday, June 17th - ArcelorMittal Dofasco Stage - 9:30pm

Canadian country superstars Emerson Drive jump into 2011 full force, celebrating 10 years together with a “Decade and Driving Tour” along with their first-ever greatest hits package, Decade of Drive. It features timeless hits from bandmates Brad Mates (lead vocalist), Danick Dupelle (guitar/background vocals), David Pichette (fiddle), Mike Melancon (drums) and Dale Wallace (keys/background vocals). The album contains material from their extensive catalog of chart-topping hits in addition to a selection of unreleased tracks including the first single, “When I See You Again.” A deluxe version of the album will also be available featuring exclusive enhanced video content, previously unreleased acoustic songs, a specially-recorded new song, and interview footage.

“This tour is a celebration and a thank you to our fans,” says lead vocalist Brad Mates. “We have spent 10 years out on the road sharing our music across North America. We can’t wait to take the party back out on the road. It’s exciting for us to show what we have accomplished so far and give fans a look at the next decade. We have new music that just adds to the fun.”

Emerson Drive has achieved many accolades in their career, including both a Grammy Award nomination and multiple JUNO Award nominations. This tour and album mark the band’s remarkable success, including over 15 hits in Canada, a #1 single in the USA as well as multiple Top 5 songs on both countries’ Billboard charts. The award-winning group continues their path by creating songs that evoke raw energy and true country heart and soul.

“When I See You Again,” the first new song from Decade of Drive, is quickly moving up the country charts. The song reflects the band’s emotions after the loss of their friend and bassist, Patrick Bourque. Reflecting on his character, the song describes the feeling of losing someone close to you, producing a touching ballad that showcases the band’s versatility as songwriters.

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