15th-16th
august 2025
DOWNTOWN
STONEY CREEK
free Entry
Friday
Updated daily
The Goldtone COllective
10:30pm - 11:30pm
Titan Stage
A true Boots in the Creek staple, The Gold Tone Collective featuring Melissa Marchese & Matthew Peruscello is a powerhouse group of touring musicians who reunite each year to throw down the biggest country party of the summer. Known for their electric stage presence and undeniable chemistry, this crew brings together years of road-tested experience, having played stages big and small across North America and beyond.
With both male and female lead vocals, a stacked band, and a setlist packed with everyone’s favourite country anthems, they’ll have you singing, stomping, and two-stepping in the dirt from the first note to the last.
Don’t miss this high-energy, all-killer-no-filler show — it’s the kind of party your boots were made for.
Shania twang
9:15pm - 10:15pm
Titan Stage
Shania Twang offers an experience that takes you back to the excitement of when Shania’s Come OnOver, The Woman in Me, and Up! albumswere released. Performing all the hits, such as Man! I Feel Likea Woman, Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under,That Don’t Impress Me Much, Any Man of Mine,and I’m Gonna Getcha Good, this interactive show will make you want to get up and dance!“Dupuis's powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence transported the audience back to the height ofTwain's career, making them feel as if they were witnessing the real Shania Twain herself.”–Bscene;article written by Thomas Clare
Brian Melo
8:00pm - 8:45pm
Titan Stage
Brian Melo is a Hamilton-born singer-songwriter who rose to fame after winning Canadian Idol in 2007. His debut album Livin’ It went Gold, with the hit single “All I Ever Wanted” reaching #1 and becoming the unofficial anthem for Canada’s 2008 Olympic team. He followed it with The Truth in 2010, showcasing his evolution as a powerful songwriter and vocalist.
Brian has shared the stage with legends like Queen, Bon Jovi, Rihanna, and Kelly Clarkson, and toured nationally, captivating audiences across Canada. His work extends beyond his own releases—he’s written hundreds of songs for other artists, TV, and film.
A highlight moment came when he performed “Eye of the Tiger” for Sylvester Stallone, leading to the creation of the band Apollo’s Crown, whose debut album was recorded in Nashville with Grammy-nominated producer Dave Brainard.
Now back in Hamilton, Brian continues his solo career while also inspiring the next generation through music mentoring and his podcast Beyond the Melody.
Kristin Nicholls Band
6:45pm - 7:30pm
Titan Stage
Kristin Nicholls Band hail from Hamilton Ontario. All the members grew up on gospel music & rock n roll. They’re back with a fresh new sound, combining their past with their present, they’ve evolved into what will be their future. Country music is about storytelling & that’s what these new songs are all about.
With a past that has seen the guys playing in front of thousands of people a night across Canada & the US, along with some radio traction for previous projects, KNB are already making some waves with their new direction.
The newest single “One More Round” is at country radio now, hoping to live up to the previous 3 singles getting airplay across Canada & even on SiriusXM ‘Top of the Country’. The boys are finding a nice rhythm between playing live & recording with long time friend & producer Jordan Honsinger in Nashville & in Hamilton with Juno winning producer Julius ‘Juice’ Butty & shooting music videos trying to outdo their last one.
Spreading love & their new country sound to new & old fans alike Kristin Nicholls Band show no signs of slowing down!
Nicole Rayy
5:30pm - 6:15pm
Titan Stage
Rapidly growing her name in the country industry with over 45K social followers, Nicole Rayy has amassed over 5.2 million catalogue streams to date, with her smash single “Feels Like Yesterday” racking in over 800K streams alone.
Ten-time CMA Ontario nominee and 2024 winner for Music Video of the Year, she's received praise from country tastemaker press such as The Boot, Complete Country, and Top Country while finding her music places across popular playlists like Spotify's New Music Nashville, Women in Country, Live Country and Best Country Songs of 2021 as well as Amazon Music's Breakthrough Country and Fresh Country.
Nicole has played stages such as Lucknow’s Music in the Fields, Dauphin’s Countryfest and the Canadian National Exhibition, and even had the experience of performing at the World Music Festival in Shanghai, China four years in a row.
Nicole carved out her place in the music community by consistently creating initiatives to support fellow female artists including her Harmonia Songwriter Series, and her all-female festival, HarmoniaFest, gearing up for its sixth year this summer.
Seth Ryan
9:45pm - 10:45pm
7:15pm - 8:15pm
Parkette Acoustic Show
Born and raised in Binbrook, Ontario, Seth Ryan is a country singer with a deep love for classic country music and classic cars. Whether he’s on stage, at work on the rail road or under the hood of an old truck, he lives by the motto: “Dirty Hands and Clean Money.”
Though country runs through his veins, Seth is a man of many genres, drawing inspiration from all kinds of music that shape his sound and keep his sets fresh and full of heart.
Seth’s built a loyal fanbase through the last couple of years playing larger theatre stages, local venues, small-town fairs, and everywhere in between, and played with many talented artists. He’s a regular performer at the Slye Fox in his hometown and a familiar face at the Binbrook Fair. Each summer, he makes the trip back to Cargill, Ontario for “Pickin’ by the Pond,” one of his favorite spots to play. He’s also taken the stage further from home, including Northern Ontario and Buffalo, New York where he’s proudly performed the National Anthems for the BuffaloBison’s two years running.
As he continues to carve his own path in the country scene, Seth remains grounded in tradition and has a work ethic to match. Seth Ryan keeps it real and keeps it
country.
KADIRI
6:15pm - 7:00pm
Parkette Acoustic Show
A first-generation Albanian/Kosovarian from his birthland Toronto, KADIRI blends his honeyed croon with dark instrumentation to devastating effect, exploring songs about growing pains, mental health, lost love, and intimacy in a tone that recalls shades of Majid Jordan and early era Justin Timberlake. Recording and writing with producers in LA, NYC, and his hometown of Toronto. KADIRI is currently hard at work refining his vibrant, R&B influenced pop songs that you can drive to with the windows down while you have your heart unwound. He’s spent the last few years perfecting his writing and production, and is expected to begin releasing new music later this year.
Amanda & James
8:30pm - 9:30pm
Parkette Acoustic Show
Blending heartfelt storytelling with powerhouse vocals and soaring harmonies, CMAO Award-nominated country duo Amanda & James are quickly becoming ones to watch in the Canadian country music scene. Before joining forces, James Downham and Amanda Kind and each built thriving solo careers, earning radio play and loyal fans along the way. James gained recognition with his hit singles “Unwind” and “Wine & Whiskey,” while Amanda’s songs “Love Used to Live Here” and “Slow Dance” turned heads, with the latter climbing to #1 on SiriusXM’s Top of the Country.
Their first collaboration came in 2021 with the duet “We’re Okay,” followed by “Another Round,” an upbeat, fan-favourite track that showcased their undeniable appeal. After playing numerous shows together, performing a mix of original songs and covers, two things became clear: their voices were made to sing together, and audiences couldn’t get enough of their country rendition of the Dirty Dancing classic “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.” Amanda & James officially released the track, marking the start of an exciting new chapter as an official duo. Their new original song "Two Wrongs Don't Make A Right" is currently spinning on Canadian country radio.
With more original music on the horizon, Amanda & James are set to make 2025 their most exciting year yet. Whether delivering heartfelt ballads or high-energy anthems, this duo continues to captivate audiences with their magnetic performances and soaring harmonies.
Bernadette Connors
5:15pm - 6:15pm
Parkette Acoustic Show
Bernadette Connors is a Hamilton based singer-songwriter known for her authentic and powerful voice. Growing up in a family-run music store in Georgina, Ontario, she was immersed in music from an early age. Her album Monarch, produced by John-Angus MacDonald of The Trews, became a creative milestone during the pandemic, celebrating small-town life and community. Her 2024 single History showcased a bold new chapter in her artistry, leading to White Magnolia, co-written with MacDonald and Stu Weinberg. Her songs tell stories of resilience, love, and life’s journey, making her an artist to watch
