Wednesday, December 22, 2004
Happy Holidays
Best wishes for the holidays from Blue Rodeo and everyone at BlueRodeo.com. Have a fun and safe festive season. And thanks as always for all your love and support.
Wednesday, December 22, 2004
Boxing Week Sale
Huge discounts on all clothing! Also on sale are calendar, karaoke CD and songbooks. The sale starts Dec 26th until quantities last. Make sure you are there early and don't lose out on what you like. Happy shopping!
Tuesday, December 21, 2004
Best Seats on Sale for 2nd Mt. Forest Show
One more show's been added in Mount Forest, on Jan 13th. The best seats have again been reserved exclusively for our online members. A limited number of tickets are available in our online Store. More details on tickets page.
Wednesday, December 15, 2004
New Poll
Which of Blue Rodeo's View-Master reels did you get?
Friday, December 03, 2004
Best Seats for Mount Forest show on Sale
Blue Rodeo will be playing The Old Roxy Theatre, on January 12th. Once again, we have reserved the best seats for our online Community. Tickets will go on Sale Mon, Dec. 6th at 12:30 PM (ET)! More details on the tickets page.
Tuesday, November 30, 2004
Jim Cuddy on CBC Newsworld's 'Canadian, SO?'
Jim will be appearing on the show along with many well known Canadians such as artist Mary Pratt, writers Sharon Butala, Isabel Huggan, Alberto Manguel and Shani Mootoo, composer Alexina Louie, hockey player Hayley Wickenheiser, and many more. Each will discuss what being Canadian means to them. More details on Events Calendar.
Monday, November 22, 2004
Blue Rodeo view-reels on Sale
With the DVD were produced two collectible View-Master reels. One has historic shots of the band, and the other contains 3-D photos of the current members! One of the reels is included when you buy the DVD. The other can be purchased from our online Store.
Monday, November 22, 2004
Blue Rodeo on CBC's 'The National'
Half a million viewers tuned into the show on Friday, November 19th, to watch the 15 minute feature from Blue Rodeo's reunion performance at Lee's Palace with Cleave Anderson and Bob Wiseman.
Thursday, November 18, 2004
Blue Rodeo's reunion concert on CBC 'The National'
The show will air Friday, November 19th. It features a 15 minute profile including footage from last night's reunion performance with Cleave Anderson and Bob Wiseman at Lee's Palace in Toronto. Please check local listings for time in your area.
Wednesday, November 17, 2004
2005 Blue Rodeo Wall Calendar
With help from our fans, we have once again produced the Blue Rodeo Wall Calendar! All photos, captions and lyrics were submitted and selected by fans. A big thank you to each of them! The calendar is on sale in our online Store until quantities last.
Tuesday, November 16, 2004
Blue Rodeo celebrate 20th Anniversary with 'In Stereovision' DVD
The DVD features an appreciation written by Paul Quarrington, 12 historic performances, a reunion concert with the oringal five members, two brand new songs & even burning Snowmen! Check out complete details and order your copy now!
Monday, November 08, 2004
Ticket Pre-sale for Stratford starts Nov 10th at 12:30 PM (ET)
Blue Rodeo is playing the Festival Theatre in Stratford on Jan 14th and 15th. As usual, we have reserved the best seats exclusively for our online members. Ticket pre-sale starts on Nov 10th at 12:30 PM (ET). More event and pre-sale details on the ticket page.
Monday, November 08, 2004
Win Tickets to Blue Rodeo Concert at Lee's Palace on Nov 17th
The original members of Blue Rodeo will reunite on Nov 17th to play a special show at Lee's Palace, Toronto! Tickets are just $20 and only available at the venue on the day of the show. However, we're reserving 20 pairs of tickets for our online members. All you need to do is answer a Blue Rodeo trivia question. Read for more contest details...
Friday, November 05, 2004
Pre-order DVD and Win passes to special screening and concert
The first-ever Blue Rodeo DVD will be released on Nov 16th. Pre-order your copy from our Store, and you could win one of the three pairs of passes to the advance screening of the DVD and an exclusive Blue Rodeo show afterwards!
Thursday, November 04, 2004
Jim Cuddy interview on Sirius Satellite Radio
Jim did an interview with Sirius radio out of the US, and it will be airing on November 6th at 11:00 AM on X-Country, Channel 12.
Thursday, November 04, 2004
Jim Cuddy presenter at Giller Prize Awards
The ceremony will be broadcast on CBC-TV, Bravo and Book Television Thursday, November 11th at 9:00 PM (ET). Other celebrity book presenters include Cynthia Dale, Paul Gross, Graham Greene, Daniel Richler, and Pamela Wallin. Comedian Mary Walsh will be hosting this years awards.
Thursday, November 04, 2004
New Poll
Should John Kerry have conceded?
Wednesday, November 03, 2004
Bob Egan's Fall Tour
Blue Rodeo’s multi-instrumentalist is embarking on a solo tour of British Columbia starting November 19th. Accompanying him will be classical pianist Vanessa Yundt. Bob will be performing on acoustic guitar, National resophonic guitar and the pedal steel guitar. Together they will play songs from Bob’s three singer/songwriter records plus a lot of new material. Please see Events Calendar for specific dates.
Wednesday, October 20, 2004
New Poll
Who do you favour for the Presidential Election?
Saturday, October 09, 2004
"Hasn't Hit Me Yet" in next episode of "Scrubs"
Tune in to see the next episode of Scrubs, on Tuesday, October 12th... Blue Rodeo's popular song, "Hasn't Hit Me Yet" will feature in it! Please check your local listings for more show details.
Tuesday, October 05, 2004
Blue Rodeo donates memorabilia to UofT
The collection chronicles the history of the band since it was founded in 1984. It includes unreleased live recordings, video footage from concerts, 3,500 photographs and a scrapbook chronicling their first European Tour. Read on for more details.
Wednesday, September 29, 2004
Blue Rodeo's Glenn & Bazil on Luke Doucet's new Live CD - Outlaws
One Degree artist and friend, Luke Doucet just released his second solo album, recorded at The Rivoli in Toronto, where Blue Rodeo's Glenn Milchem and Bazil Donovan backed him. The album featuring 10 previously unreleased tracks is now available in our online Store. For upcoming tour dates, please see our Discussion Board.
Wednesday, September 29, 2004
Jim Cuddy Band to play Hockey Hall of Fame
The band will perform on Nov 6th as part of the 2004 induction weekend celebrations. Kathleen Edwards, Barney Bentall, The Skydiggers, and some other artists will also join them. Tickets and other event details on Events Calendar.
Friday, September 24, 2004
Jim & Greg on CBC Television Special
The two were recently in Halifax to tape the upcoming television special, ‘The Chieftains in Canada’. Not only does it feature the famed Irish band, but also One Degree artist and friend Jann Arden. The one-hour special will air on Sunday, September 26th at 7:00 PM (ET).
Thursday, September 09, 2004
New Poll
What important dates would you include in the 2005 BR.com Calendar?
Tuesday, September 07, 2004
Photographers invited to contribute to our 2005 Wall Calendar
Last year, we produced the first-ever BR.com Calendar, that featured 12 photographs of Blue Rodeo taken by fans. This year again, we are inviting submissions! If there's a great picture you've taken of the band, submit it before Sept. 30th. Read on for more details.
Tuesday, August 31, 2004
New Poll
How would you rate Canada's performance at the Athens Olympic Games?
Wednesday, August 18, 2004
New Poll
What is your level of interest in the Athens Olympic Games?
Friday, August 13, 2004
Jim Cuddy, Jim Bryson on MuchMoreMusic
MuchMoreMusic has added Jim Bryson's new video 'Somewhere Else' to its playlist. It features Jim Cuddy in it, on a 'road trip' with Bryson. Tune in to MMM to check it out. Better still, request the song and get it into heavy rotation for all to see!
Friday, July 23, 2004
'Bulletproof' video on DVD
"Watch This!" is a DVD of music video compilation. It includes Blue Rodeo's hit single "Bulletproof", and videos of One Degree artists and friends like Kathleen Edwards, Cowboy Junkies and others. Limited copies of this DVD are on sale in our online Store till quantities last.
Monday, July 05, 2004
Jim Cuddy on Jim Bryson's new video!
CMT has added Jim Bryson's new video 'Somewhere Else' to its playlist. It also features Jim Cuddy, who goes on a 'road trip' with Bryson. Tune in to CMT to check it out. Better still, click the link and request the song and get it into heavy rotation for all to see!
Wednesday, June 30, 2004
New Poll
Will you see Michael Moore's documentary 'Fahrenheit 911'?
Wednesday, June 23, 2004
Tickets for Toronto show on Sale
Blue Rodeo is playing the Molson Amphitheatre on Aug 26th with special guests Kris Kristofferson, and Blackie & the Rodeo Kings. General Admission tickets are available in our online Store! More details on the ticket page.
Wednesday, June 23, 2004
Toronto Rocks DVD (SARSfest)
The DVD of the historic music event in Toronto features almost 3 hours of concert experience, featuring Rolling Stones, Rush, AC/DC, Blue Rodeo, many other fabulous acts. Behind-the-scenes footage included. Check out the complete details and order your copy now!
Monday, June 21, 2004
New Poll
Which political party do you favour?
Tuesday, June 15, 2004
Blue Rodeo's Bob Egan wants fans to review his new EP
The album is titled ‘Lonesome Destiny’ and Bob is looking for a few fans to write a review which will be featured on his website. And really, where can you find better fans than on bluerodeo.com? If you are interested in submitting a review for the album, you can send an e-mail to contact@bobegan.com to find out more info.
Monday, June 14, 2004
Ticket Sale Contest Winners
Congrats to Jeff Simmonds, Susan Macarthur, Richard Burdeniuk, Lynda Cigan, and Susan Church - the lucky winners of our Durham-Kee-Sunderland Ticket Sale Contest. Prizes included a signed set-list, drumstick & three Battle of the Bands CD. Thanks to everyone who participated in our ticket sales!
Monday, June 14, 2004
Tix for Bourbon St. North, Toronto & Vancouver on Sale
General Admission tickets for these shows are on sale in our Store. The First 100 ticket buyers for the Bourbon St. North show will be entered in a draw to win a special prize! Our pre-sales for assigned seats have sold out. Don’t wait long to order the available tickets.
Friday, June 11, 2004
New Poll
How often do you watch Canadian Idol?
Tuesday, June 01, 2004
Congrats to Richard Underhill and his Shuffle Demons
On May 30th at Dundas Square in Toronto, 930 Saxophones played the Hockey Night in Canada theme at the same time. Richard Underhill and The Shuffle Demons thank all the amazing Sax players that came out and broke the World Record with them. The feat still has to be approved officially. The previous record was 321 set last January.
Tuesday, May 25, 2004
New Poll
Two hockey teams left... which one will win the 2004 Stanley Cup?
Tuesday, May 25, 2004
Toronto Show Tickets: Best Seats on Pre-sale in our Store
Blue Rodeo is playing the Molson Amphitheatre on Aug 26th, with guests Kris Kristofferson, and Blackie & the Rodeo Kings. We've reserved ALL the Floor seats, and some 200 Level tickets for our online members! More details on ticket page.
Wednesday, May 19, 2004
Sax Players attempt World Record
Blue Rodeo's horn section leader and Juno-winning Richard Underhill has gotten together with former band mates from The Shuffle Demons to stage a very special event. They're inviting sax players of all levels and ages to get together May 30th at Dundas Square in Toronto to attempt the Guiness Book of World Records for most saxophones playing one song (Hockey Night in Canada theme).
Wednesday, May 19, 2004
Toronto Show - Ticket pre-sale starts May 20th
Blue Rodeo plays Molson Amphitheatre on Aug 26th, with special guest, Kris Kristofferson! We have reserved ALL the Floor seats for our online pre-sale, starting May 20th at 8 PM (EST). The sooner your order, the closer you'll be to the stage and center.
Saturday, May 15, 2004
4th Anniversary of bluerodeo.com
May 15th marks the day our discussion board was first seeded in 2000. The site existed before, but for us the board marked the birth of our community. It’s the people who came here and shared their spirit is what made BR.com special. Thanks for the joy we get from hosting this place!
Friday, May 14, 2004
New Tour Dates
Blue Rodeo's summer tour plans are heating up with a flurry of dates confirmed both in Canada and the US! Check the Events Calendar to see if Blue Rodeo is coming to your city.
Wednesday, May 12, 2004
New Poll
Which hockey team will win the 2004 Stanley Cup?
Saturday, May 08, 2004
Ticket Pre-sale for Vancouver, May 10th
Blue Rodeo will play Malkin Bowl on July 4th & 5th. Kathleen Edwards is opening. The best seats, and also general tickets, will be on sale in our online Store starting on Monday, May 10th at 8PM (PST). Order and you'll be entered to win a drumstick signed by the band members!
Thursday, April 29, 2004
Ticket Sale & Contest for Bourbon St. North (near Montreal)
Blue Rodeo is headlining this annual festival near Montreal, on June 26th! Other acts include Kathleen Edwards, Blackie and The Rodeo Kings, and more. Online ticket sale starts May 6th. First 100 buyers will be entered to win a special prize!
Wednesday, April 28, 2004
Tickets for Durham, Sunderland on Sale
General admission tickets for these shows are still on sale in our Store. Ticket sale for assigned seating in the first 10 rows at Durham is now over. But you can order the available tickets and be entered to win the prizes we're giving away!
Monday, April 26, 2004
New Poll
Which Canadian hockey team do you think will make it to the next round?
Friday, April 16, 2004
The Unintended Tour Dates
The band is embarking on the very first tour of their career in April and May. So far, it will keep them close to their Toronto home with six dates in Southern Ontario and a couple in Quebec. More dates are expected to be announced soon.
Thursday, April 08, 2004
Cuddy to wrap-up Canada Reads
Jim will be on CBC Radio on Monday April 12th doing a final wrap-up of Canada Reads with hosts Bill Richardson and Shelagh Rogers. They will also be announcing the results of the People's Choice vote. Tune in between 11 AM and Noon (EST).
Wednesday, March 31, 2004
Jim Cuddy on CBC Radio
Blue Rodeo's Jim Cuddy will be joining CBC Blue Series' Nancy Wood at noon on March 31 for The Radio Noon Book Club where he will debate the winning Canada Reads book, Guy Vanderhaeghe’s The Last Crossing.
Wednesday, March 24, 2004
Congrats to One Degree artist Jimmy Rankin
He is heading out west to promote his second solo album 'Handmade.' He’ll travel through SK, AB and BC, before heading back East in April. This tour is hot on the heels of Jimmy's 2 big EMCA wins in February.
Wednesday, March 24, 2004
Sunderland & 2nd Kee show on Sale; Order Tix and Win Prizes!
Catch Blue Rodeo at small and intimate venues in Sunderland and Kee to Bala (2nd show added). Tickets available in our online store. Order tickets for any of the shows currently online, and you could win cool prizes! More details on ticket pages.
Tuesday, March 23, 2004
Durham Tix on Sale; Sit in 1st 10 Rows
Blue Rodeo plays Durham on May 15th. Some of the best seats, and also general tickets, are available in our online Store. Order tickets and you'll be entered to win autographed items! Details on ticket page.
Monday, March 22, 2004
New Poll
Which of Greg's 'Unintended' songs do you want to hear?
Friday, March 19, 2004
2nd Kee to Bala show on Sale
Blue Rodeo will play a second show at Kee to Bala on May 22nd! Tickets for the show at this small, intimate venue sell out soon, as evident by the first show that is close to selling out. So reserve your tickets; order now!
Wednesday, March 17, 2004
Happy Paddy’s Day
We were about to banter with the Irish amongst us when we came across: “Q: What is black and blue and found floating upside down in the Irish Sea? A: Someone who tells a stupid Irish joke.” So let’s just wish ye a pint of good cheers and smiles! The Blue Rodeo family hopes you have a great day.
Wednesday, March 10, 2004
Bob Egan
Blue Rodeo's Bob Egan will be touring the US with Autumn Defense (John Stirratt of Wilco's side project) throughout the month of March.
Wednesday, March 10, 2004
Jim Cuddy to Captain Juno Cup team
The game set to take place April 2nd at the AgriCom Arena in Edmonton will have the NHL old timers face off against Canadian rock stars. The artists’ team coached by singer-songwriter Kathleen Edwards has chosen Blue Rodeo’s Jim Cuddy as team captain.
Sunday, March 07, 2004
Blue Rodeo on Junos DVD (free with CD)
Order Junos 2004 CD, and you'll get a free DVD, featuring performances at the 2003 Awards show, including Blue Rodeo's Bulletproof! All profits from this CD go towards promoting music education in schools. So lend your support by ordering this CD, and enjoy a free DVD too!
Sunday, March 07, 2004
Greg's new project and CD, The Unintended
Greg teamed up with The Sadies and Rick White to form the group, The Unintended, and recently released their self-titled debut album.
Thursday, March 04, 2004
Tickets for Kee to Bala show available Online
Blue Rodeo is playing at Kee to Bala on May 21st! Limited tickets are left for the show at this small, intimate venue. Make sure you order them soon. They're available exclusively in our online Store at the moment!
Sunday, February 22, 2004
Jim Cuddy selects Canada Reads book for 2004!
Five prominent Canadians, including Blue Rodeo's Jim Cuddy, each defended what they thought was the one home-grown book for all to read. After much heated debate, the panel selected Jim's choice - The Last Crossing by Guy Vanderhaeghe!
Saturday, February 21, 2004
Tickets for Brantford Shows
Our ticket pre-sale for best seats has ended. More tickets are now available through the venue Box Office.
Thursday, February 19, 2004
New Poll
Who do you want to win the US Democratic Primary?
Friday, February 13, 2004
Brantford Ticket Pre-sale from Feb 16-18
Blue Rodeo will party in Brantford two straight nights - May 18th and 19th. Be there, right in front! The best seats for both nights go on sale in our Store on Feb 16th at 2 PM. The pre-sale ends Feb 18th at 4 PM. But don't wait until the last minute; best seats sell out soon!
Monday, February 09, 2004
Kee to Bala Ticket Pre-sale starts Feb 16th
Blue Rodeo will play at Kee to Bala on May 21st! Tickets for the show at this small, intimate venue sell out soon. So to ensure our online members don't miss 'em, we're doing pre-sales starting Monday, February 16th at 2:00 PM ET.
Friday, January 30, 2004
Tickets for Blue Rodeo & Friends Show
The pre-sale tix sold out in 6 mins. Thanks for such a great response! But we're sorry so many were unsuccessful. Unfortunately, we're allowed to sell only limited quantity on the site. Good seats will still be available when public sale opens at Ticketmaster on Feb 2nd. Good luck!
Wednesday, January 28, 2004
Blue Rodeo & Friends Tix Pre-sale Jan 29th
We've reserved the best seats exclusively for online members. Pre-sale starts at 10 AM ET on Thurs, Jan 29th. Don't miss out! Other confirmed acts include Kathleen Edwards, Ron Sexsmith, Andrew Cash and more. Full details on the Tour Calendar.
Tuesday, January 27, 2004
Blue Rodeo on CMT
In a most unique setting, this is Blue Rodeo as you've never seen them before. The band unveils music from their album Palace of Gold on Thursday, February 19 at 9:00 pm ET.
Wednesday, January 21, 2004
Jim in MacLeans Magazine
Maclean's has a weekly feature where a reporter starts a sentence, and the interviewee finishes it. This week it's Jim.
Thursday, January 08, 2004
Hockey Pool Winner for Dec
Marty beat Patrick Sparks by .1 to inch into the top spot! Congratulations; your prize will be sent shortly.