Great Lake Swimmers set to make a 5th stop in the Sault

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LOPLOPS GALLERY-LOUNGE
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Loplops Gallery-Lounge is excited to bring The Great Lake Swimmers back to Sault Ste Marie. The concert will take place on Friday, Sept. 28, 2018.

2018 marks the 15th anniversary of Great Lake Swimmers. Over seven albums, multiple EPs, live broadcasts, and reissues, the Toronto-based project led by singer-songwriter Tony Dekker has established itself as a beloved indie folk act in their native Canada and beyond. The CBC has called them “a national treasure” while their music has taken them around the world, sharing a sound that is at once familiar and distinct, using the tools of folk music as the starting point to delve deeper.

It’s this contrast and evolution that brings them to their latest release, The Waves, The Wake – a metaphor for the future ahead, and the past trailing behind. Abandoning the acoustic guitar, this new collection of songs sees the group branching out to include new sounds such as harp, lute, pipe organ, woodwinds, congas and marimbas, alongside the more familiar flecks and chimes of the banjo, piano, and 12-string electric guitar. The stunning acoustics of the historic, 145 year old Bishop Cronyn Memorial Church in London, Ont. lend the atmospheric touch to the album, under the guidance of co-producer Chris Stringer (Union Sound). This record is about the songs, first and foremost, and was made with many of Toronto’s most talented players, including arrangements by Drew Jurecka and electric guitar appearances both atmospheric and spirited by Kevin Kane (Grapes Of Wrath). Long time collaborators Erik Arnesen (banjo, guitar), Bret Higgins (bass), and Josh Van Tassel (percussion) also contribute their considerable musicianship.

This marks the fifth visit for the Great Lake Swimmers who have been playing the stage at Loplops for well over a decade now and have sold out each and every show – this is one of those amazing Canadian bands that you need to check out.

You must be 19 years or older to attend. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show will start around 9:30 p.m.

Please drink responsibly and have a designated driver.

For more information on this event visit the Loplops Facebook page or check in to www.loplops.com.

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