THE WASHBOARD UNION

Thursday, June 16, 7:30 p.m. Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Ave. marywinspear.ca

Vancouver-based The Washboardsextet Union bring their authentic blend of country and bluegrass to the Mary Winspear Centre on Thursday, June 16 at 7:30 p.m. In the few years they have been together, The Washboard Union have become one of the most exciting and talked about new bands on the Canadian country music scene. After winning Roots Artists of the Year by the British Columbia Country Music Association, they’ve signed on with country music powerhouse Sakamoto Entertainment and inked a recording deal with Warner Music Canada/Slaight Music. Led by members Aaron Grain, Chris Duncombe and David Roberts, the three friends realized their shared love for the art of songwriting and storytelling when they were roommates in Vancouver. Their jam ses- sions and in-house concerts became the basis of the music that set them apart as one of the most unique talents in country music today. In January 2015 they headed to Nashville, Tenn. to record their latest EP In My Bones, working with renowned country producer and songwriter Trey Bruce (who has worked with Faith Hill, Randy Travis and Diamond Rio). Since its release, their current radio single Maybe it’s the Moonshine broke into the Top 10 and continues to climb the Canadian Country Music charts. The Washboard Union is a band that you simply have to see live to fully appreciate! Join us for this unique concert experience on Thursday, June 16 at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, contact the Mary Winspear box office or visit marywinspear.ca.