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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.

Reviews

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 112 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Stellar

    by Just another Old Guy on 2024-03-04Great Canadian Casino Vancouver - Coquitlam

    Band was fantastic Bill Henderson is still amazing....vocals still perfect Loved all the song and old stories....brought back fond memories

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Great

    by Oldie on 2024-01-09Century Casino - Edmonton

    Band was great but only played for about an hour???

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    Somewhat disappointing

    by Crazy on 2024-01-05Century Casino - Edmonton

    We realize they are older but it seemed more like Karaoke.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Wasn’t overly impressed

    by Lm on 2024-01-03Century Casino - Edmonton

    The band was awesome and really enjoyed it. The venue not so much I spent most of my time up at the bar in line ups. Not enough servers. Also people standing up at the stage could see a thing. They were there all night from the start but not even dancing. Tables and chairs far to close couldn’t get in or out properly and without always pesturing others around us.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome performance

    by Lee on 2023-08-04

    They put on a fabulous show in Hamilton. They talked to the audience a lot and were very personal. Music and vocal sounded great.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fabulous!

    by Garth Vader on 2023-03-25

    I saw them in Ottawa in a 600 seat venue. One of the best concerts I’ve been to. They were bang on great! Music and vocals perfect. Thanks for the memories!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Enjoy the venue size for bands

    by Des on 2023-03-08Century Casino - Edmonton

    Decent sound in a good size room and good seating. Appreciate that rather than a gymnasium type venue. Absolutely hate / despise River Cree.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fun evening

    by KJ on 2023-03-07Century Casino - Edmonton

    I always enjoy the cozy venue. My boyfriend was in the opening band and we all enjoyed ourselves. Chilliwack was excellent.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great Experience

    by TMB on 2023-03-07Century Casino - Edmonton

    The venue was nice and cozy with the option of a dance floor. Sound was good and not over bearing. Opening act was very good but Chilliwack was even better. Great show great performance!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    AWESOME!!!

    by Emma on 2023-03-07Century Casino - Edmonton

    Such an enjoyable night. Everyone was in a great mood. Chilliwack was AMAZING as they always are. I think they were surprised that the crowd was super engaged the entire show. Great Fun!! Thank you Century Casino Edmonton for bringing them back. We love them here.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Good show - too short

    by Chad on 2023-03-07Century Casino - Edmonton

    Show time was far too short…it was only 1hr 10mins long…I expected more. Band was great, sound was great…venue was good.

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Totally disappointing

    by PEG on 2022-06-02Casino Rama Resort - Rama

    While I still love listening to Chilliwack’s music on Spotify, their performance at Rama was terrible. Had they practiced before getting on stage? Their timing and harmonies were not in sync. Their energy was not engaging. At times it was actually painful to watch. I was embarrassed for them. Sadly, If that’s what they can offer their fans, it’s time to retire from performing.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    PLummy

    by M. H. on 2022-05-12Casino Rama Resort - Rama

    Group, like the rest of us, are showing their age. Not really tight performance.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Streetheart was quite good, Chiliwack not so much

    by Casino Rama Fan on 2022-05-10Casino Rama Resort - Rama

    Streetheart opened and was quite good and therefore we expected good things from Chilliwack and where honestly disappointed. They didnt play many of their hits and the energy of the concert was poor. Streetheart was well worth seeing but Chilliwack we will not go to again. Styx is the best concert we've seen at Rama and they where amazing, would go and see them again in a heartbeat. Orillia's Casino Rama is an awsome facility, love it there!!!

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    It was OK

    by Beep on 2022-05-10Casino Rama Resort - Rama

    Music was generally too loud. Vocals and guitar playing were not very good.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    chilliwack/streetheart may 6 2022

    by dave on 2022-05-09Casino Rama Resort - Rama

    streetheart always put on a great show this was one of their best chilliwack was a good show as well excellant musicianship both acts deserve a 5 star rating

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome concert

    by ROBERT on 2022-05-09Casino Rama Resort - Rama

    We saw Chilliwack at Casino Rama in Orillia Ontario. They put on a great performance and played all the favourites. Great job guys and thank you!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing!

    by Holly on 2022-05-09Casino Rama Resort - Rama

    I’ve seen quite a few concerts over the years and Chilliwack is in the top 3. Bill Henderson was simply amazing! Belting out hit after hit and the guitar playing was simply incredible. The whole band and whole evening well exceeded my expectations. I would see them again in a heartbeat.

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Retire

    by Cathy on 2022-05-09Casino Rama Resort - Rama

    Chilliwack needs to retire, they kept missing up. Street heart was really good.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Good nite

    by Jj on 2022-05-09Casino Rama Resort - Rama

    The band played really well, played most there hits.