Shananigans

Rank #2 Kitchener, ON, CA Celtic / Irish Folk / Rock

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Members: Chris - Squeezebox, Drums, Vocals, Tawnya - Celtic Flute, Vocals, Aimee - Guitar, Vocals, Bodhran Dan - Bass, Guitar, Vocals, Robbie - Mandolin, Guita...

Sounds Like: Great Big Sea, Irish Rovers, Dropkick Murphys, Spirit of the West, Flogging Molly

Label: unsigned

Manager: Chris Whelan

Bio: The Shananigans are based in Kitchener - Waterloo, ON consisting of Chris Whelan (Button Accordion, Percussion),Tawnya Moore (Flute, Vocals), Aimee Jesso (Guitar, Vocals, Drums), Dan Tapper (Bass, Guitar, Vocals) and Robbie McMaster (Mandolin, Bodhran, Guitar, Vocals). Although the band is new, ... See Full Bio

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We're number 6 on the ReverbNation Celtic charts for Canada. http://www.reverbnation.com/shananigans

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“I was greatly impressed by the sounds put out by a talented group who call themselves Shananigans. Tawnya’s beautiful expressive voice and amazing technical skills on the flute came through on the many tunes she played in unison with Chris on the button accordion. Watching Chris fill the room with the unique sound of the Irish “Squeezebox” brought back memories of my childhood and being amazed by my father’s ability on the button accordion. Dan’s excellent bass and vocal offerings to this group are vital and reveal a wealth of musical experiences. He is also a skilled guitarist and keyboardist. The group has played many venues including The Stampede Corral in Kitchener, and The Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games opening for the Mudmen, the Rogues, and more. The band still performs at various venues and pubs in the Kitchener-Waterloo area and beyond. We dearly hope that Shananigans will return to Brantford in the near future. ”

— Glen Silverthorne, the Brantford Expositor

“ The Shananigans brought the tent down with lots of screaming and dancing kids and adults.Becky's celebration of life party was nothing short of exactly what she would have wanted.Thankyou!! Greg, Lillian, Carly and Isaac. Greg Halsey Husband and children of the late Rebecca Halsey ”

— Greg Halsey, the Shananigans Testimonials

“I could hear the applause from the Beer tent across the field when they were perfoming there. They were a big hit with our festival patrons of all ages. With their fun, celtic sound, loads of energy and their ability to get the crowd on their feet, the festival plans to have them back again to gear up the crowds and get them into the celtic spirit! I would highly recommend this group. They were very accommodating with their list of songs and set up as the age difference varied from venue to venue and they easily pleased not only the chairs of the venues but those who stopped to watch and enjoy this group. Many patrons even made a point to get seats early as to not miss their set. A real crowd pleasing band! Carolyn McLeod-McCarthy Board of directors member, Children’s venue chair and Marketing venue chair of the Fergus Scottish Festival, 2011. ”

— Carolyn McLeod-McCarthy, Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games

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Sat
Jul 13

The Piston Broke Pub
Brantford, ON, CA | 8:00pm
The Piston Broke Pub
Brantford, ON, CA
Sat Jul 13 8:00pm
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4th Annual East Coast Night with the Shananigans live from 8:30pm - 12:30am
Sun
Aug 18

Music in The Kinsmen Pa…
Caledonia, ONTAR, CA | 7:00pm
Music in The Kinsmen Park
Caledonia, ONTAR, CA
Sun Aug 18 7:00pm
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The Kinsmen Park is at the center of Caledonia. Stretching from the Caledonia Bridge nearly all the way to the Highway 6 By-Pass. The park offers beautiful views of the Grand River, the Caledonia bridge and the Caledonia Dam. The park is home to the Haldimand Tourist Office, tennis courts, the Aaron & Devin Koocher Memorial Skatepark and baseball diamond. The Caledonia Dam often has fishermen nearby.
Thu
Aug 22

Castle Kilbride Summer …
Baden, ON, CA | 7:00pm
Castle Kilbride Summer Co...
Baden, ON, CA
Thu Aug 22 7:00pm
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Bring your lawn chair and enjoy unique music every time on the front lawn of Castle Kilbride from 7:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. Admission is by donation.
Thu
Sep 19

International Plowing M…
Mitchell, ON, CA | 2:00pm
International Plowing Matc...
Mitchell, ON, CA
Thu Sep 19 2:00pm
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Come Celebrate With Us five amazing days September 17 - 21, 2013 when the country's largest outdoor show comes to Perth County. Once again Shananigans takes the Main Stage as part of the incredible line-up at the 100th annual International Plowing Match!
Fri
Oct 4

McCabe's Irish Pub
Kitchener, ON, CA | 8:00pm
McCabe's Irish Pub
Kitchener, ON, CA
Fri Oct 04 8:00pm
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McCabe's Irish Pub presents the Alexander Keith's Birthday Festival in the "Cork Hall"

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Across the Pond
Stopping by for a listen. Hoping you had a blast this St' Paddy's month!
Derek Fiechter
I love the Irish Accordion Medley! The beginning just caught my attention right away. The melody's just so catchy and lovely.
Eston pound and Trilb...
Very nice music!!! Love it. Keep well and keep it flowing~
Wolfgang Leng - Art,...
Happy Valentin's Day...Have a nice Time !...Many Greetings - Wolfgang - My new Song " FOREVER I WILL LOVE YOU ! " - http://www.reverbnation.com/play_now/song_121...
Wolfgang Leng - Art,...
Many THX for a WONDERFUL Year !...Have a good start into 2012...Many Many Greetings - Wolfgang
pinksideofthemoon
drowsy mary ~ refreshing!