Exceptional
by Unicorn58 on 2024-03-05Great Canadian Casino Vancouver - CoquitlamJust a fantastic show. The energy along with the live rendition of their songs made for a great evening. Hoping they can continue to play for a few more years yet
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- 2024-08-07Wednesday 08:00 p.m.Calgary, ABGrey Eagle Event CentreChilliwack & Streetheart
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Chilliwack In Concert
With their string of hits through the 1970s and ‘80s, Chilliwack were responsible for some of the most memorable and melodic songs of the era. They also became part of the foundation for Canadian popular music, with smashes like "Baby Blue," "Fly at Night," and "My Girl (Gone, Gone, Gone)" all helping to ensure the nation's musical artists had a regular home on their own airwaves.
Though vitally important as a landmark act of the early "Can-Con" era, Chilliwack is very much part of the present, too. Bill Henderson is still at the helm more than five decades after the band's origins in Vancouver's bustling rock scene of the ‘60s.
Seeking a fresh start after the collapse of local favourites The Collectors, Henderson founded Chilliwack in 1970. By 1972, they were making an impact on both sides of the border with songs like "Lonesome Mary," the first of many singles that cracked Billboard's Top 100. The smooth, sultry rocker "Crazy Talk" and more country-influenced "Raino" earned them further exposure.
Henderson and his group hit their apex in the early ‘80s with the release of "My Girl (Gone, Gone, Gone)," an ingenious mix of hard rock, pure pop, and doo-wop that showcased Henderson's vocal harmonies with the band's drummer and co-vocalist Brian MacLeod. A No. 1 single at home that also reached No. 22 in the U.S., it established Chilliwack as Canada's preeminent hit-makers. In 1982, the band extended the winning streak with their tenth album ‘Opus X' and "Whatcha Gonna Do," another top 10 single in Canada.
Though lineup changes and record company problems led to the end of Chilliwack's original run in 1988, Henderson's music career continued to thrive thanks to his participation in UHF, a Canadian folk-rock supergroup he formed with Shari Ulrich and Roy Forbes.
The demand for Chilliwack was so high that Henderson launched a new version of the band in 1997. Released in 2003, ‘There and Back – Live' is a testament to Chilliwack's renewed vitality. One of Canada's most iconic musical acts remains an audience favorite thanks to Henderson's indefatigable energy as the frontman. He gets invaluable support from such talented players as his brother Ed Henderson on guitars and background vocals, and drummer Jerry Adolphe, a part of the Chilliwack story since 1984.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing
by Kimster on 2024-03-05Great Canadian Casino Vancouver - CoquitlamReally enjoyed the show they were amazing great music. Had a fabulous time could of done without the person behind me Whistling it was very loud and annoying a few times would of been ok not continous a side from that I would go again and i highly recommend .
Rating: 5 out of 5 Awesome Concert
by Dano on 2024-03-04Great Canadian Casino Vancouver - CoquitlamI have listened to Chilliwack for years and this was like going back in time. They were fantastic and I couldn't believe how well the band played especially at their age. I would definitely see them again.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Classic
by JP on 2024-03-04Great Canadian Casino Vancouver - CoquitlamGreat show, lots of memories in a greatest hits set. Bill's voice and guitar playing are still top notch.
Rating: 3 out of 5 the old man band called Chilliwack.
by Joe's garage on 2024-03-04Great Canadian Casino Vancouver - Coquitlamthe concert was 3 out of 5 and to me means it was not bad but not great. for me, it was too loud and i do like loud concerts but i think the sound guys were having problems. also, the chose of the song, "Seventeenth Summer"was not good. it sounded like a bad first nations chant song! i have seen this group many times in the old days but that will be the last time for me.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Chilliwack
by Brenda on 2024-03-04Great Canadian Casino Vancouver - CoquitlamGreat GREAT concert…no fluff, just some good band singing and playing their instruments… Lots of wonderful memories ❤️
Rating: 5 out of 5 A great show
by Was great to hear their old familiar songs. Such amazing talent! on 2024-03-04Great Canadian Casino Vancouver - CoquitlamEverything about the show was great——the venue, the unbelievable musical talent, the sound! Hearing all the familiar songs was perfect. Bill and Ed’s guitar playing is mind boggling
Rating: 5 out of 5 Sounds like fun
by ABG on 2024-03-04Great Canadian Casino Vancouver - CoquitlamWhat a fun night it was my wife’s 60 th so we went for dinner then to see Chillawack. They sounds just like back in the day, the lead singer’s voice was spot on . Since we were at the great Canadian casino we decided to check it out . We’re not gamblers but we like to dance and they had a live band playing the hits so we danced and had a couple drinks . We had a great time and are looking forward to doing it again soon .
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great local Canadian band plays all the hits
by Steve on 2024-03-04Great Canadian Casino Vancouver - CoquitlamGrew up with this band, from 1970 onward. Very talented, these guys played like it was the '70s all over. No frills back drop, no glitter, just 4 guys rocking the past. Exactly what myself, my wife and many others of our vintage came to see. We had excellent seats, just off centre about 4 rows up. Sound was excellent, music was just the right loudness, crisp, clear and full of energy. Bill Henderson, 79 yrs old, hit all the notes. I was impressed. Henderson rocked his Les Paul gold top, his brother, a guitar virtuoso play numerous guitars. Bass player was tight, along with the drummer, never missed a beat. Glad we relived some of our youth, when music was raw, HONEST, and talent ruled the stage.
Rating: 5 out of 5 They’ve still got it!
by Kathy on 2024-03-04Great Canadian Casino Vancouver - CoquitlamGreat show. Good trip down memory lane. I ordered a CD of their greatest his (Anthology) which will arrive tomorrow. The experience will continue!