Artists

Julian Austin was born in Sussex, NB and was raised in the Grand Bay/Saint John, NB area.
In 1996 Julian signed a major record deal with BMG Music Canada. Soon after, Julian teamed up with friend and accomplished producer and writer, Daniel Leblanc, (Alanis Morissette, Dean McTaggart) to record what has become Julian’s best selling CD to date “What My Heart Already Knows”.

A high-voltage alt rock group originating from small town Harris, SK. Influenced by the sounds of The Black Keys & The Glorious Sons, 7MS offers a performance with hard-hitting melodies, grounded lyrics, and intense on-stage chemistry. Quoted by Scott Roos of North Sask Music Zine, "Seven Mile Sun exemplifies the rock n roll aesthetic.

Saskatchewan's 2023 Male Artist of the Year and Songwriter of the Year, country recording artist, Justin LaBrash, entertains audiences with a high energy live show, with a mix of covers and original works, including songs from his 2023 SCMA Country Album of the Year, “The Neon Palm Tree.” Justin has played more than 600 shows, both solo and with his band, True North, from Vancouver to St. John's, and from Hay River NWT to Niagara Falls.

The Confusionaires are a world-class traditional rock & roll band that are steeped in both big-city rock & roll and small-town country music. Hailing from Edmonton, Canada, the trio of musicians has built a sound that’s synonymous with the best country-rock and rockabilly acts around, with a strong penchant for original songwriting.

Darryl, a passionate musician hailing from the picturesque landscapes of small-town Saskatchewan, has emerged as a rising star in the Canadian country music scene. Currently residing in the vibrant city of Saskatoon, Darryl's musical journey has been nothing short of remarkable.

“Pearl” is a project created out of a passion and love for that chapter in Rock ’n Roll that is distinct from any other. When Big Brother and the Holding Company brought Janis Joplin into their fold, something explosive happened with a sound that no-one has heard since.

Western Medicine is a recent collaboration with Ray Elliott ,Shannon Elizabeth , Stevie Brown ,Wyndham Thiessen and Lucas Goetz .Recorded with Ryan Andersen in Saskatoon winter 2023.

Stacey Springall & The Real Deal is comprised of musicians who have played on stages across Canada, and even a few in the United States, who came together to shake their thing. Ranging in styles from blues, rock, country and pop, the group brings powerful vocals, guitar, harmonica keys, grooving bass lines and rock solid drums.

Colin is a folk singer/songwriter from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Colin’s music style has been compared to other artists like Bob Dylan and Tom Petty. Colin writes and performs stripped down songs for the common person that talk directly to the soul.

DV8 is made up of Trevor Reid, Lee Bell, Damon Tupper, Coby Harris. These guys have been playing together off and on for years and have graced the Dog Patch stages many times over the past 11 years. These fellas throw out the perfect party vibe and are looking forward to seeing all of you in the Dog Patch Saloon in 2025!

Duane Steele is among Canada’s top country recording artists and songwriters with a professional career dating back to 1984. Born and raised in the small Alberta Peace Country town of Hines Creek, music was a big part of Duane’s life growing up.

HEAVY RIFFS, BLUESY MELODIES, BIG AMPS, THUNDERING DRUMS, AND REAL FEEL.

3 YOUNG GUNS TRANSLATING VINTAGE/MODERN ENERGY INTO AUTHENTIC ROCK MUSIC

​THE HOURHAND is a three-piece ROCK band from Regina, SK. and they are determined to make their mark, by writing intense blues-rock bangers that infuse a new rock attitude with a classic rock core.

dam Johnson is a country rock artist from Saskatoon, SK. He first found his love for music in rock legends like Bruce Springsteen before discovering his passion for country music, thanks to artists like Kenney Chesney and Dierks Bently. After beginning his career during the pandemic in 2020, Adam has gone on to have three number ones,s on the Canadian Indie Country Countdown, received radio play from thousands of radio stations worldwide, and has seen chart success with multiple singles.

Will Ardell's powerful and immediately recognizable voice is a testament to the expression of art and to the yearning in all of us to be heard above the din of our surroundings.

As the late Cam Fuller from the Star Phoenix said of Will's voice “He may not be millionaire, but he sounds a lot like Cash" Born and raised on the prairies of Saskatchewan the beauty and ruggedness of a well travelled rural life is brought alive in the lyrics in a way only Will Ardell can.

Hailing from Lloydminster, Bonfire Moon formed in 2020 and have been establishing themselves in their hometown region since. With the release of their debut album, 'Watch It Burn' (produced and recorded by Aspen Beveridge at Skullcreek Studios) on June 20, 2024, the band is excited for everyone to hear their 10 original songs. Songs of vulnerability, struggle, love and hope.

Hailing from the foothills of Pincher Creek, Alberta is Alex Shenton who is “A Rancher’s Son”.

Shenton’s signature sound is comparable to American punk band Against Me’s lead singer, or vocalist Oliver Sykes of British post-hardcore group, Bring Me the Horizon.

Metis singer/songwriter originally from Big River, Sk.

hi there! my name is Michelle Arcand, I’ve been singing since i was a little girl, mom n dad used to have jams all the time, our kitchen was always fun and full of music n dancing! Moms side was singers, n Dads side were fiddle players and singers too, lots of fond memories for sure!!

In the Village of Borden a rock 'n roll odyssey unfolded. In May 2019, Jamie Brandrick, fueled by Borden spirit, committed to a local music festival in 80 days with no band in tow. Enter Andrew Hess on drums and Ross McBain on bass, musicians crafting strings and beats that firmly established the rhythm section for this small-town band. Kendal Redhead, the village's vocal virtuoso, joined as lead singer. Geoff McBain, a lead guitar maestro hailing from nearly Dalmeny, completed the ensemble.

Natanis Bundschuh and Lee Bell make up this pop duo originally from Meadow Lake, Sask. Besides being on the Dog Patch Music Festival’s board of directors, Natanis and Lee play all your favourite pop/rock hits from the 70’s, 80’s & 90’s. We guarantee their music will take you back and make you you want to get out on the dance floor.

Pat Toner is local musician from St.Walburg, Saskatchewan.
Pat prefers the intimate, personal covers of the 60’s and 70’s, songs all generations are familiar with. Originals have this influence coming through.

Having performed on stage since childhood, Jaydee was only 17 when he participated in Canadian Idol in 2007, reaching the finals and finishing in second place. From there, the young singer's life was a whirlwind of high-profile shows and media attention. He opened for icons like Taylor Swift and Kenny Chesney and cracked the top 10 on the Canadian Albums Chart with his debut disc Cowboys and Cadillacs in 2008.

With roots planted firmly in the prairie soil of Hafford, Saskatchewan, Canada, Jason and Jordan Gall, along with their long-time friend/neighbor Elias Brevik and British Columbia product Kit Langfield, have crafted a sound that is uniquely their own. The Brothers G seamlessly blend the soulful resonance of the blues and the all-out intensity of rock 'n' roll with the songwriting sensibilities of Americana and alternative country.

It started with a Country train beat at a jam session with local punk rock and metal musicians in the Edmonton, Alberta music scene. What emerged can only be called Twang Punk... blurring the lines between Country, Punk, Heavy Metal, Roots, and Rock music.

Living most of his life in Calgary, Alberta, loving all things country, this Sarnia born Singer/Songwriter has utilized music as his anchor to weather the many storms of life.

Since he got his first Kenny Rogers LP when he was 7, He’s been hooked on Country Music.

Dog Patch fans will get to experience the unique stylings of Mackenzie Seguin, Madeline Gardner, and Saidi Gardner, three young women who grew up St. Walburg, Sask. They picked up an interest in music from their father, Sheldon, and got their start playing in a family band with the rest of their siblings.

Like fast moving freight train barreling down the tracks, with its smokestack spewing fire encrusted cinders, churning with sparking steel wheels and howling like an unholy whistle, hold the hell on it’s gonna be a bare knuckle ride. The Blue Mules deliver a distinct style with varied flavors to each song from raw blues to countrified rock, tying it all together like the steam engine stoker shoveling coal into the furnace keeping it full steam ahead.

Over the past years, performances and concerts have found Larry across Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Alberta BC and Prince Edward Island playing the traditional, roots style of Western, Cowboy and Country Gospel music that keeps folks coming back for more.

Sage Ben is a Plains Cree/Nehiyaw woman that resides in Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation. Sage first started singing at a young age in her late dad’s band the Greg Gamble Band. After Sage lost her Dad, she had a little fall out with her singing. After some time passed, Sage found her singing voice again. Sage says that it’s her passion to continue performing and singing.

Formed in 2007 The DirtRoad Maniacs consists of Leroy Laliberte , Dean Gauthier, Kelly Dinsdale, Loretta King and Francis Bouvier, with many other artists making numerous appearances on their stages and venues throughout the country. All singer songwriters contributing equally strong musical talents, this group of individuals will definitely keep you on the dance floor.

Growing up in Whelan, Saskatchewan Mercy & Autumn Harrison have enjoyed a life on the farm. Though it’s not always been easy, they have learned valuable life lessons about hard work and perseverance. These two songbirds couldn’t be different in personality, but are both extremely passionate about their music.