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GORDIE SAMPSON

A brilliant writer, an innovative producer/director, and a dynamic on-stage presence … Gordie's musical genius is applauded by audiences and industry players alike. From his national debut in the early 90's to his presence today on the Nashville writing scene where international recording stars are discovering and recording his material. From Faith Hill with “Paris” (from his CD Sunburn), Keith Urban covering “The Hard Way” and “You or Somebody Like You”, the #1 Video Hit “My Name” co-written with friend George Canyon to the multi award winning, #1 Billboard hit single “Jesus Take the Wheel” recorded by Carrie Underwood. Gordie's second solo recording, Sunburn, has garnered him a Juno nomination for Songwriter of the Year and five 2005 East Coast Music Awards. We invite you to visit Gordie's website at www.gordiesampson.com for a taste of his latest material and a glimpse into his current projects.

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DAVID MYLES

Halifax based, David Myles is an award winning singer-songwriter, multi instrumentalist and dynamic performer with powerful, smooth and commanding vocals. David’s engaging delivery and his unique combination of guitar and trumpet are complimented by his solid songwriting ability to deliver catchy hook laden original songs that are infectiously hummable. David's website can be found at www.davidmyles.com

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MARY JANE LAMOND

Mary Jane is a knowledgeable, admired and reputable musician within the domestic and international ‘world music’ market, a leader in the preservation of Celtic heritage, and an expert in Celtic culture and Gaelic music. She has earned several Juno and East Coast Music Award nominations and awards for her unique style that combines traditional Gaelic songs with modern musical arrangements. Well known for her unique vocals featured on the smash radio hit “Sleepy Maggie” (with Ashley MacIsaac), she has since composed and produced tracks for television, feature films, and specialty projects. Mary Jane has released five recordings; Storas, Lan Duil, Suas e! , Orian Ghaidh and Bho Thir Nan Craobh. For more information on Mary Jane, visit www.maryjanelamond.com 

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DAMHNAIT DOYLE

Damhnait’s distinctive style and powerhouse vocals resonate across an international landscape. Her high-energy style and low-fi approach are perfectly blended in her live shows as she takes command with humour, honesty and powerhouse performances. The release of Damhnait’s third solo CD, titled “davnet,” garnered six 2004 East Coast Music Awards, nominations, heavy radio play, and “Top Ten” attention on MuchMore Music. Her innovative writing and honest delivery are core to her personal achievements and to the success of her alliance with Kim Stockwood and Tara MacLean in Shaye. Details on her solo and collaborative projects are available on www.dav-net.com

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KIM STOCKWOOD

Canada's very own talented and consummate entertainer Kim Stockwood is a chameleon performing with equal, effortless ease as a solo star, Shaye trio member, entertainer and television host. With such solo hits as “12 Years Old” and “Jerk” and group hits “Happy Baby” and "Lake Of Fire" (Shaye), Kim’s delivers her first solo Christmas recording entitled, I Love Santa. Now as a mother of two, the spirit of Christmas has taken on an even greater meaning for Kim, inspiring her to put together this great collection of seasonal standards and to write some original holiday songs. For more information on Kim visit www.kimstockwood.com

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SHAYE

With their 2003 harmony-driven pop debut, The Bridge, close friends Kim Stockwood, Tara MacLean and Damhnait Doyle parlayed their gorgeous vocal blend and outgoing personalities into one of this country’s best stage shows, where outstanding, emotional songs are interspersed with ad-libbed quips and witty commentary. Now, with the follow-up, Lake of Fire, the three have blossomed even further, co-writing the majority of the songs and displaying stunning harmonies and leads. When you’re onto something as magical and beautiful as Shaye, where true personalities and warmth intermix with an innate knack for entertaining and almost divine vocal connection, then you run with it. Lake of Fire is just the tip of the iceberg for Kim, Dav and Tara, who can’t wait to hit the stage and see what this new chapter will bring. For more information on Shaye, visit www.shayemusic.com 

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JOEL PLASKETT

Joel Plaskett is a songwriter and performer with the heart of a rocker and the soul of a troubadour. His four critically acclaimed CDs (La De Da, Truthfully, Truthfully, Down at the Khyber and In Need of Medical Attention) and the Joel Plaskett Emergency's hundreds of concert dates have gained them a growing fan base and numerous awards and nominations. Joel’s latest DVD release “Make A Little Noise” contains live concert footage and features three new songs, including the Top 20 single “Nowhere With You”. Joel continues to be one of Canada's most successful touring artists and performs throughout the United States, United Kingdom and Australia. For more information on Joel visit, www.joelplaskett.com

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www.gordiesampson.com

www.dav-net.com

www.kimstockwood.com

www.joelplaskett.com

www.maryjanelamond.com

www.davidmyles.com

www.shayemusic.com

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