Currently visiting Cape Breton from Ontario! Looking to get out there and jam with other creative musicians :) I take a lot of inspiration from the Grateful Dead and I aspire to the level of creativity where they never play anything exactly the same twice! A lot of my ideas are much bigger than I can do on my own so it'd be great to find some people to help the vision grow! @atouchofrainbows on ig
Mary Frances may not be baiting her mom, but we like to think she is baiting you to come to the Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame 2026 tonight and watch her and her mom honour inductee Buddy MacMaster. Still some seats available.
THE HEARTBEAT OF THE NIGHT — MEET YOUR HOUSE BAND!
Behind every legendary tribute on June 18th at Centre 200 stands an extraordinary group of musicians powering the entire evening. Meet the HOUSE BAND — the talented core supporting every artist at the Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame!
Brian Talbot – Drums Steady, powerful playing and deep groove across rock, folk, and East Coast music.
Emily Dingwall – Bass / Vocals One of Atlantic Canada's most respected bassists/vocalists. In 2026 she received the ECMA Musician's Achievement Award in Sydney.
Lyndon MacKenzie – Electric / Acoustic Guitar Versatile player focused on rhythm, texture, and supporting the band's overall sound.
Jordan Lewis – Electric Guitar Solid rhythm and tasteful lead playing, at home in any setting.
Fred Lavery – Acoustic / Electric Guitar Veteran musician, producer, and studio owner respected for his musical leadership.
Shawn MacDonald – Fiddle Renowned fiddler, educator, and Concert Master of the Cape Breton Orchestra, with five-plus decades on stage.
Aaron Lewis – Piano / Acoustic / Accordion Award-winning multi-instrumentalist, former CCMA nominee and NS Country Music Hall of Fame inductee.
Together, this powerhouse group provides the musical backbone for an evening of legendary tributes and once-in-a-lifetime performances. When you hear the magic on June 18th — this is the heartbeat behind it all.
Seven musicians. One unforgettable night. Pure Cape Breton.
📅 June 18th | Centre 200 | Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame
A MASTER OF MUSIC & HERITAGE — STEPHEN MUISE HONOURS BILL MacNEIL
We are honoured to announce that the accomplished STEPHEN MUISE will be performing on June 18th at Centre 200 in tribute to Hall of Fame inductee, BILL MacNEIL!
Stephen Muise is a Cape Breton musician, educator, and conductor best known as the Musical Director of the Men of the Deeps — North America's only coal miners' choir. Since taking the helm in 2017, he has carried forward the ensemble's celebrated international legacy while preserving Cape Breton's rich mining heritage through music.
A skilled arranger and keyboardist, Stephen also performs in dynamic live entertainment productions alongside Jenn Sheppard, L.J. MacLean, and Terrance Murphy. With over 25 years in music education and numerous national honours to his name, he is widely respected for his contributions to performance, education, and community music development across the island.
To see Stephen lend his exceptional talent and deep musical knowledge in tribute to Bill MacNeil will be a fitting celebration of a life devoted to Cape Breton music.
Conductor. Educator. Keeper of Cape Breton's musical heritage.
📅 June 18th | Centre 200 | Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame
🎟️ Get your tickets now at cbmic.ca Don't miss this heartfelt tribute! 🔥
A VERSATILE FORCE TAKES THE STAGE — TERRANCE MURPHY HONOURS BILL MacNEIL
We are delighted to announce that the dynamic TERRANCE MURPHY will be performing on June 18th at Centre 200 in tribute to Hall of Fame inductee, BILL MacNEIL!
Terrance Murphy is a Cape Breton performer known for his remarkable versatility as a vocalist, actor, and entertainer. With a career spanning theatre, tribute productions, and live music, he has become a familiar and respected presence on stages across the island.
He performs alongside fellow tribute artists Jenn Sheppard and L.J. MacLean in popular Cape Breton live acts like The Privateers and High Society, where his strong vocals, rich harmonies, and character-driven stage presence add depth and energy to every high-octane dance and concert performance.
Beyond the band setting, Terrance is widely celebrated for his extensive work in musical theatre and large-scale production shows throughout Cape Breton. His ability to shift effortlessly between styles, characters, and vocal roles has made him a key contributor to countless ensemble productions.
To see Terrance lend his vocal range and performance experience in tribute to Bill MacNeil will be a powerful and memorable highlight of the evening.
Versatile. Dynamic. Pure Cape Breton talent.
📅 June 18th | Centre 200 | Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame
A MASTER OF THE STRINGS — L.J. MacLEAN TAKES THE STAGE
We are excited to announce that the incredibly versatile L.J. MacLEAN will be performing on June 18th at Centre 200 in tribute to Hall of Fame inductee, BILL MacNEIL!
L.J. MacLean is one of Cape Breton's most accomplished and versatile guitar players — a true staple of live music on the island. Best known for his work with The Privateers and High Society, he has spent years entertaining audiences across Cape Breton and well beyond.
Whether he's delivering blistering Celtic rock anthems, classic rock favourites, or heartfelt traditional East Coast music, L.J.'s musicianship, energy, and professionalism shine on every stage. His ability to connect with a crowd and adapt to any moment has made him one of the most respected figures in the Cape Breton music community.
To see L.J. take the stage to honour Bill MacNeil will be a powerful celebration of the talent and dedication that keep Cape Breton's live music scene thriving.
Versatile. Electric. Pure Cape Breton.
📅 June 18th | Centre 200 | Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame
🎟️ Get your tickets now at cbmic.ca Don't miss this electrifying tribute!