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For more information and to book the show, contact Duncan Fremlin, 416-716-3257
duncan@morethanahome.ca
"One of the best bands I ever played with"...Stompin' Tom Connors!
"WHISKEY JACK NAILS DAD'S MUSIC" - Stompin' Tom Jr.
Fans say it best:
"Memorable & unforgettable"
..."smashing success"
"We had a blast. What a terrific, foot-stompin' show!
The music, the humour, the energy -- we left with warmer hearts and big smiles."
"Great sound! Tight, polished rhythm section! Fantastic singing and fiddle! Banjo levitation, creamy soulful harmonica! Such great harmonies! Best of all, the songs of Stompin Tom, presented with respect & love"
The Theatres Agree:
"You are great ambassadors of the Stompin' Tom legacy. The essence of patriotism and joy". David Magee, Wingham Town Hall Theatre
"What is so clear is the tightness of your performance, a feat that comes from years of close affiliation, camaraderie and playing together."
John Miller, Artistic Director, Stratford Summer Music Festival
"They turn age old Stompin' Tom songs into contemporary masterpieces. And they're funny as hell. What a great combination!" - The Toronto Star
CONGRATULATIONS to you & your entire group.... a fine, fine, most memorable show...
& so slick ... the vocals, the instruments.... top notch. Arnie Clark, Bruce Grey Music Hall of Fame
You guys are great! ONE OF THE BEST SHOWS WE'VE EVER HAD!
Jennifer Fortin, Executive Director, Gibson Cultural Centre,
Alliston, On
"What a wonderful night of entertainment….great music and stories and lots of laughs.
Everyone really enjoyed the show."
Kate Matuszewski, Co-ordinator of Arts & Culture
City of Elliot Lake
Lester B. Pearson Civic Centre
"I loved he purity of your music" fan in Midland Ontario
- Unsolicited testimonials from fans
"It was a pleasure to present your band here at the Living Arts Centre. I really enjoyed the music and stories. Great performance by you and your band!" Kleen Lausberg, Living Arts Centre, Mississauga, On.
Whiskey Jack is a Toronto based band that has been performing country, roots and bluegrass music across North America since 1977. They are now touring with their new show, Whiskey Jack Presents Stories & Songs of Stompin' Tom. To watch some of the show, click on the Video Tab.
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May 3 2022
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HURON WAVES MUSIC FESTIVAL &
Banjodunc Productions
present
CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC LEGENDS SHOW
STARRING WHISKEY JACK with guests, MARIE BOTTRELL & BRIAN GOOD (THE GOOD BROTHERS) WITH
SUSIE GOOD
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Apr 9 2022
Sadly, the Whiskey Jack show at the Redwood Theatre scheduled for tomorrow, Sunday April 10, 2022 has to be postponed. The band's leader Duncan Fremlin (me) tested positive for Covid this morning. If you have purchased tickets, thank you! Maria…
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Mar 26 2022
In 2013, Duncan Fremlin received a call from John Miller (on the left), artistic director at Stratford Summer Music. "Would you bring your Stompin' Tom show to my festival?" John asked. Thus was born Whiskey Jack Presents Stories & Songs…
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Mar 23 2022
Our Youtube Channel has now reached over 1400 Subscribers. Thank you!
We hope you enjoy Part 3 of our series featuring highlights from our 2019 Stompin' Tom Birthday celebration. The show was aired live on Robbie Lane's show on…
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Mar 17 2022
I reported a few days ago that there are a number (5 at last count) of knock-offs of my book (My Good Times With Stompin' Tom) available for sale on Amazon. Each is being sold with a different cover, title…
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Feb 18 2022
How about visiting "the county" in April? Sam Grosso, the former owner of the Cadillac Lounge has just opened a new theatre in Prince Edward County. It's called "Sam's Place".
As with all of his stages, it'll be…
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Feb 4 2022
"Canada is the crown jewel that sits on the top of the planet as an eternal beacon forever flashing it's hope throughout the world." A quote from Stompin' Tom's book, Before The Fame.
It looks to me like the truckers…
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Jan 30 2022
We invite you to check out a new show on Youtube, "Chuck and Dunc, blah blah blah"! Guaranteed to take your mind off all that intrudes on your well being!
Broadcasting legend, author, painter and "nonagenarian" Brian McFarlane sits…
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Dec 25 2021
It's been awhile since we've been in touch with you. That's not to say we've been hibernating. We continue to write, produce and promote our music each day. For example....
Our show continues to generate attention from the industry. Just…
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Dec 9 2021
Banjodunc Productions announce that 2022 will begin Whiskey Jack's 45th year playing their unique brand of Canadian country music. It is also their 8th year touring with "Stories & Songs of Stompin' Tom". This year-long tour needs a name.
Nov 12 2021
Whiskey Jack's "other" musical entity is Doogie and Dun (aka Douglas John Cameron and Duncan Fremlin). These two giants (5 feet, 7 and one half inches) in the Canadian music community are the voices of our Stories & Songs of…
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Nov 10 2021
If you’re hesitant about hosting a live indoor show at your venue, please consider the following.
Those of us in the entertainment industry live for that “special night” when the audience leaves the theatre smiling and with love in their…
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Jun 18 2021
As a lifetime "radio freak", spending countless hours as a young boy, hiding under the covers, searching for obscure stations in the middle of the night, listening for hours on my little (and quite shitty) transistor radio, I'm beyond thrilled…
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May 4 2021
One year ago today, my phone rang, I looked at the screen, and knew immediately what the call was about. I knew it was coming but I still couldn't believe that my best friend and musical collaborator, Bob McNiven, had…
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Apr 24 2021
My friends Murray and Dale, both now late, were great joke tellers. Occasionally, every once in awhile, the joke was funny. Sometimes that didn't matter. They put so much drama into their presentation, that was funny enough.
On our 1993…
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Mar 17 2021
Yes, it's true. We have shows (even a tour) booked for 2022.
The Ontario Arts Council have released the results of a study they sponsored. They were seeking information on what audiences are thinking as we enter our second year…
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Feb 20 2021
Whiskey Jack released a fantastic CD in 2019 and we want you to hear it. It's called "Rhymes & Good Times".
Our Youtube channel will be presenting all of the cuts from this CD in video form over the next…
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Feb 7 2021
Good day and good health to everyone. Here at Whiskey Jack headquarters, we continue to “keep the faith” and are planning live music events this spring/summer/fall. However, there’s one little glitch. The business of live music as we knew it…
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Feb 1 2021
Our annual Stompin' Tom Birthday Celebrations have offered a lot of highlights since we began in 2014 but the one that stands out in my mind was the second in 2015. After our chaotic but highly successful first concert in…
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Jan 2 2021
When I published my book, My Good Times With Stompin' Tom in late 2018, I didn't have lofty expectations. I had been selling albums, songs, CD's and merchandise for 40 years so this would simply be another item in my…
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Dec 19 2020
We did it! We now have over 1000 (and counting) subscribers to this channel. Thank you all.
YouTube notified me directly with the news. So many to thank...and it's all in this short video. @Stompin' Tom Connors @adrenneclarkson @Gordon Lightfoot…
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Dec 15 2020
You are? Let's talk!
Good day from Whiskey Jack headquarters.
A good percentage of our fans are north of 50, perhaps even 60. They tell us they will not be buying a ticket to a live indoor show until this…
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Dec 5 2020
Friends, family and fans of the late Bob McNiven have come together to sing and have fun with Bob's most popular Christmas song, "Underneath The Christmas Tree".
Stay for the out-takes.
Featured in this video, in no particular order,…
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Oct 14 2020
When I published my book (My Good Times With Stompin' Tom) in 2018, the reaction from the obviously educated and highly sophisticated Canadian populous was immediate! The sales were so robust, a second edition was soon ordered. I'm thrilled to…
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