CHATHAM-KENT

54-40 mixes rock and talk at the Chatham Capitol Theatre

British Columbia’s veteran rockers 54-40 brought storytelling and rock ‘n’ roll to the Chatham Capitol Theatre on Thursday, January 30, 2025, delivering a memorable night filled with both humor and hits. Touring in support of their 2023 album Westcoast Band, the band opened their set with a unique twist: frontman Neil Osborne offered witty and heartfelt backstories before launching into each song, often highlighting colorful...

54-40 guitarist Dave Genn on their 2025 Ontario tour, latest album & vodka surprises

54-40 is a legendary Canadian rock band that emerged from the vibrant music scene of Vancouver, British Columbia. Formed in 1981, the band have earned a reputation as one of Canada's most enduring and influential rock acts, captivating audiences with their distinctive sound, thought-provoking lyrics, and powerful performances. SWOMP caught up with guitarist Dave Genn, who goes into detail about their latest album, 2023's 'Westcoast Band'. He...

Irish singer Daniel O’Donnell discusses his upcoming Chatham & Brantford shows

Irish singer Daniel O’Donnell chatted with SWOMP about his upcoming concerts taking place in September 2024 in Chatham-Kent and Brantford, Ontario. https://youtu.be/Vry0xlws8Rc?si=XDUikZI_6FgFWdwt Experience the brilliance of...

Gordon Lightfoot’s bassist Rick Haynes discusses ‘The Lightfoot Band’ & the upcoming shows in Ontario

Gordon Lightfoot's bassist Rick Haynes chats with SWOMP about The Lightfoot Band and their upcoming shows in Ontario, including at the Kiwanis Theatre in...

Matthew Good bringing ‘Zero Hours’ tour to Chatham Capitol Theatre on September 26

Matthew Good and his band are bringing the Zero Hours tour across Canada, stopping in Chatham, ON, on September 26th, 2024. Matthew Good is a...

Chatham Capitol Theatre announces their 2024/2025 lineup, including 54-40, Brett Kissel & Glass Tiger

The Chatham Capitol Theatre has announced their 2024/2025 lineup. "Get ready for an awesome new season of shows featuring top Canadian and International artists, award-winning...

Tegan and Sara bring their acoustic ‘Not Tonight’ tour to the Chatham Capitol Theatre

Canadian pop-rock duo Tegan and Sara brought their stripped-down ‘Not Tonight’ tour to the Chatham Capitol Theatre on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Showcasing the raw...

Move over St. Paddy’s, ‘Sheepdogs Day’ was celebrated this weekend in Chatham-Kent

In a pre-St. Patrick’s Day celebration in downtown Chatham, Saskatchewan rockers The Sheepdogs brought their ‘Backroad Boogie’ tour to the Chatham Capitol Theatre on...

Big Sugar rolls their ‘500 Pounds’ tour into Chatham-Kent

Overheard in the lobby at the Chatham Capitol Theatre on Thursday, March 14, 2023, a woman waiting in line to buy Big Sugar merch...

The Sheepdogs frontman Ewan Currie discusses their career, the ‘Backroad Boogie’ tour + the upcoming shows in Chatham & London

Breaking away from the well-trodden path of major cities and bustling music hubs, The Sheepdogs have been bringing their electrifying live show to the...

Big Sugar’s Gordie Johnson discusses the re-issue of ‘500 Pounds’ through Third Man Records & their upcoming tour

SWOMP caught up with Big Sugar's Gordie Johnson to discuss the re-issue of their 1993 album '500 Pounds' through Jack White's record label Third...

The Sheepdogs performing at the Chatham Capitol Theatre on March 16

Breaking away from the well-trodden path of major cities and bustling music hubs, The Sheepdogs are gearing up for a Canadian tour that will...

Michelle Wright discusses ‘The Great Canadian Roadtrip’, including a hometown show at the Chatham Capitol Theatre

https://youtu.be/F4dIIlRRWLA?si=4QijJcPhCP-QdtlH Merlin's Michelle Wright is heading back home next month and she'll be bringing fellow musicians Doc Walker and Jason McCoy with her for 'The...

Tim Hicks bringing ‘Campfire Troubadour’ Tour to the Chatham Capitol Theatre on November 9

Canadian country music star Tim Hicks bringing his 'Campfire Troubadour' Tour to the Chatham Capitol Theatre on Thursday, November 9, 2023 The show starts at...