Canada Day

About the Soul Brothers - Tribute to the Blues Brothers

Chris and Geoff Dahl, real brothers from London, Ontario, mastered their craft as bluesmen in the early 90s while performing and recording with several R&B/blues/pop recording acts including Black Avalon (A&M Records), Cassandra Vasik (Epic Records), The Bush Doctors (A&M Records), Melody Durrant (Motown/Universal), and the world famous Old Chicago's Blues Band (Speakeasy Records).

During this time, the brothers (who both sing and play all instruments including guitar, bass, drums, keyboards and harmonica) shared the stage with some of the world's top R&B legends, including Buddy Guy, BB King, Chicago Pete, Downchild Blues Band, Powder Blues band, The Contours, The Miracles, Martha Reeves Dutch Mason and Jeff Healy to name a few, thus gaining a wealth of on-stage experience and picking up many of the *tricks of the trade* from the masters of the craft!

It was in 1994 that the real brothers first donned the stage gear made famous by John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd during an impromptu Halloween performance at the Old Chicago's blues festival. Following this performance the brothers never looked back and began working as a much heralded full time R&B tribute under the name of "The Soul Brothers" the Ultimate Tribute to Blues, Rhythm & Blues and Soul.

This two hour live Soul Brothers show has taken the brothers all over the world, performing in blues festivals, arena concerts, and with the DND/USO Showtours, entertaining troops in remote locations throughout the world. They have also performed as an impressive blues brothers tribute during several extended runs with the Canadian based Legends Alive, Legends in Concert USA and the European based Stars in Concert tribute show.

In 2005, the brothers teamed up with producer Bernhard Kurz to create a full on R&B tribute show combining the 70s magic of bluesmen Dan Aykroyd & John Belushi with the sweet soul sounds of Sam and Dave and the groove and energy of James Brown. This incredible musical comedy called "I'm A Soulman!" features the Dahl Brothers and musicians from the original Blues Brother's movies, plus active members of The American Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This show has performed throughout North America and Europe in theaters, festivals and concert venues alike.

Soul Brothers, Chris with his 4 octave vocal range and Geoff with his harmonica wizardry, continue to bring the power of the blues to stages around the world, performing all the hits of legendary R&B recording artists The Blues Brothers,The Isley brothers, Sam and Dave, James Brown, Ray Charles and more.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes. The Township Leisureplex Park is a dog friendly area, however, dogs must remain on a leash at all times and all dog excrement must be bagged and disposed of properly.

Is this a liquor licenced event?

No. Alcohol will not be sold or available on the premises. Attendees and participants are also not permitted to bring their own alcohol, as per the Township Parks By-Law (link to bylaw).

Is accessible parking available on site?

On site parking is very limited, however, Staff do reserve accessible parking spaces, yes. For all other attendees, we highly encourage you to take advantage of the free shuttle service.

If I stay for the full fireworks display, will I miss the last shuttle back to my car?

No. The shuttle will continue running until everybody has been returned to their pick-up location. Nobody will be left stranded.