Lead Vocalist and Guitar Vocalist for Breton Thunder
CATEGORY: Performer
Blackburn International
Oakland, FL
US
CONTACT NAME
Ashley Carruthers
Breton Thunder is an authentic Nova Scotia music production featured on Holland America Line ships, specifically performing on the Volendam and Zuiderdam during Canada and New England itineraries. The show highlights the region's Celtic, Scottish, and Gaelic roots with fiddling, folk, and pop-rock music, providing an energetic, foot-stomping experience for guests.
Job Details
DESCRIPTION
CASTING CALL – LEAD MALE VOCALIST & GUITAR VOCALIST
BRETON THUNDER – Holland America Line
Blackburn International is seeking an exceptional Lead Male Vocalist and a Guitar Vocalist to join Breton Thunder, a dynamic, high-energy live music production celebrating the musical traditions of Cape Breton and Canada’s East Coast, fused with contemporary folk and rock performance.
This is a premium international contract opportunity performing aboard Holland America Line, working within a world-class production framework.
Applicants must be Canadian or U.S. citizens.
LEAD MALE VOCALIST
A powerful male contemporary lead vocalist with strong storytelling ability and commanding stage presence.
Rehearsals:
Las Vegas, USA
6 April – 24 April 2026
Onboard Contract:
25 April – 18 July 2026
Second Contract Block:
18 August – 26 October 2026
Requirements
• Outstanding contemporary lead vocal ability
• Strong stage presence and audience connection
• Experience performing in professional live settings
• Ability to work within a tight, high-standard ensemble
• Familiarity with Cape Breton / East Coast / Celtic music styles is a strong advantage
GUITAR VOCALIST
A singer-guitarist capable of delivering strong lead vocals while performing confidently on acoustic and electric guitar.
Rehearsals:
Las Vegas, USA
20 April – 10 May 2026
Onboard Contract:
11 May – 20 June 2026
Second Contract Block:
12 July – 8 October 2026
Requirements
• Strong contemporary vocals
• Excellent guitar instrumental ability (acoustic and electric)
• Confident stage presence and audience interaction
• Experience performing in professional live settings
• Ability to work within a tight, high-standard ensemble
• Familiarity with Cape Breton / East Coast / Celtic music styles is a plus
TO APPLY
Please send:
• Performance CV / resume
• Headshot or recent photo
• Video links showcasing vocal performance (and guitar if applicable)
Email submissions to:
casting@blackburninternational.com
Subject line:
Breton Thunder Casting – Lead Male Vocalist / Guitar Vocalist
DURATION
Apr 6, 2026 - Oct 26, 2026
SALARY
$1,000.00 – $1,200.00 per week
HOW TO APPLY
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Thank you to everyone who came out and tuned in to our press event today. We're excited to announce the 2026 Inductees to the Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame, presented by the MacDonald Auto Group.
Buddy MacMaster
Gordie Sampson
Bill MacNeil
Alister MacGillivray (Song for the Mira)
The induction concert will take place on June 18th at Centre 200. Tickets will be on sale soon, keep an eye on this space.
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This should be an amazing listen for sure. Congrats, Allie Bennett!
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Allie says....I have just released a new CD, a vocal recording called Second Circle that pays tribute to some of my favourite songwriters. It's now available on various streaming platforms. For those of you without CD players, you can purchase a virtual copy on BandCamp. As always, your support is appreciated. Click on the link below to obtain a copy: linktr.ee/alliebennett
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This will be such a great show!These songs were born in a moment of change.
On April 10, thirteen artists will come together to share the music and the history behind them.
We’re almost ready to tell you more.
Full announcement coming March 8, International Women’s Day.
#internationalwomensday #ritamacneil #womensliberation #opendoorscapebreton #localfemaleartists #womeninmusic
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Check out some great new music from Cape Breton legends Slowcoaster
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