LIGHTHOUSE ON THE ROAD
Maestro Fresh Wes introducing Lighthouse at Session Muskoka Craft Beer Festival in Bracebridge Aug 1, 2015
 Paul at Regent Theatre, Oshawa November 27 2010
Skip at Regent Theatre, Oshawa November 27 2010
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Paul Doug & Dan at Session Muskoka Craft Beer Fest Aug 1, 2015
Lighthouse Front Line at Session Muskoka Craft Beer Fest Aug 1, 2015
Tim Bossenberry and his wife and daughter are big Lighthouse fans and they have honoured the band several times by making special trips out to see them. This time they flew to Lethbridge. Tim sent this comment to the guest book. Thanks so much for your support!!!
Another great performance by Lighthouse on August 23rd in Lethbridge, Alberta. That was the second time my wife, eldest daughter and I have seen Lighthouse perform this year. They have proven again that they are Canada's premiere band. I first heard the band perform with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra in November 1970 and have been a fan ever since. No other band had used strings, brass, woodwinds, percussion, electric guitars and vibraphone to develop a sound like no other in the history of rock. The current line-up still has that unique Lighthouse sound and even the "old" songs still give me goosebumps and bring back great memories of that era. Hope to hear you guys perform again in 2012 and just keep doin' what your doin' 'cause it still sounds great. Tim B., Calgary |
LH DOC ON CBC RADIO SUN SEPT. 30
Cindy Bisaillon has produced a documentary about Lighthouse for CBC Radio 1 & Radio 2 titled 'Lighthouse Revisited'.
3:00pm on Radio 2 - 94.1
9:00pm on Radio 1 - 99.1
It's a fantastic insight into the band. Please give it a listen!
For more info about the show visit the CBC blog:
http://music.cbc.ca/#/blogs/2012/9/Lighthouse-Revisited-a-feature-documentary
THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES!
Just a note of thanks to everyone who helped make our concerts in the Maritimes and here in Ontario so spectacular.
THANKS HAMILTON!
Thanks to the wonderful sold out crowd that came to see the band at the Molson Canadian Studio in Hamilton. When the band got a 'standing O' for just walking onstage we knew it was going to be a fabulous night!
MEAFORD WAS AMAZING - THANKS ALL!!
They were packed to the rafters in Meaford and the band was thrilled with the reception.
Can't wait to come back!
Can't wait to come back!
RICHMOND HILL CENTRE FOR THE ARTS
APRIL 4
Our really good friend Ryan Durham is promoting an
amazing night at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts on
April 4th in support of the Canadian Spinal Research Organization.
Special opening guest artist is Mena Hardy and if you'd like to party
with the band after the show, there are VIP seats available. I've been
to several concerts at the Richmond Hill Centre - it's a beautiful,
intimate venue with amazing sound.
LIGHTHOUSE HEADING DOWN EAST FEB 29
Next week the band will be heading out to the Maritimes for a long-awaited series of gigs.
February 29th at Casino Nova Scotia.
March 1st at Confederation Centre of the Arts in PEI.
March 2nd at The Playhouse in Fredericton NB.
March 3rd at the Imperial Theatre in Saint John NB.
The band is really looking forward to this trip because it's been a long time coming.
And if you're in Ontario you can see the band at the Sound Academy in Toronto on March 9th; at The Opera House in Orillia on March 10th; and at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts in Richmond Hill on April 4th.
For all the above gigs, click on the venue name for a direct link to buy tickets.
February 29th at Casino Nova Scotia.
March 1st at Confederation Centre of the Arts in PEI.
March 2nd at The Playhouse in Fredericton NB.
March 3rd at the Imperial Theatre in Saint John NB.
The band is really looking forward to this trip because it's been a long time coming.
And if you're in Ontario you can see the band at the Sound Academy in Toronto on March 9th; at The Opera House in Orillia on March 10th; and at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts in Richmond Hill on April 4th.
For all the above gigs, click on the venue name for a direct link to buy tickets.
STAGE WEST SPECIAL OFFER OCTOBER 25th
Stage West Mississauga is offering a Special Offer for the first 30 Lighthouse fans who call to book for the October 25th Lighthouse performance. Pay just $45 plus tax per person for Buffet Dinner and Show (regularly $65.99).
And if you're coming from out-of-town the hotel is offering a special rate of $99 plus tax for a Queen Suite.
Call 905-238-0042 - there are only 30 seats available at this special price.
New bookings only.
Hope to see you there!!
IT'S A CLEAN SWEEP AT SPINAL TAP
(from left) Ralph Cole, Skip Prokop, Ryan Durham and Paul Hoffert
Ralph, Skip and Paul were presented with custom 'Lighthouse' curling brooms at this year's Spinal Tap Charity Bonspiel February 26 by the event's creator and Lighthouse fan Ryan durham. Now in its 20th year, the fundraiser for the Canadina Spinal research Organization, pairs curling greats anhd novices with the aim of raising money to find a cure for spinal cord injury as well as promote the Paralympic sport of Wheelchair Curling. The guys were excited to play along-side curling superstars such as Glenn Howard, Don Bartlett, Richard Hart and Kristie Moore. The bonspiel, auction and gala dinner raised over $60,000.00. Way to go Ryan!!
TAKE A LOOK AT THE GUYS IN ACTION...
LIGHTHOUSE ON THE ROAD
Lighthouse had an amazing time meeting fans and performing for exuberant crowds in Lethbridge, Winnipeg and Sudbury. It was a great way to end the summer and the band is looking forward to the upcoming gigs around Ontario and out East in the spring. Please keep checking for dates as they get added.
CANADA DAY @ WOODBINE PARK
Lighthouse will be headlining Canada Day July 1st at Woodbine Park in Toronto. Please come down and help us celebrate!!! The band goes on at 7:15 followed by the city's largest fireworks display. Click here for more details.
LIGHTHOUSE ON THE ROAD
It's been an amazing couple of months of touring and the band would like to thank all those who came out to Hamilton, Toronto, Oshawa, London, Kitchener, Belleville, Brampton, St. Catherines, London, Parry Sound and North Bay.
Lighthouse gets emails and comments on the guest page from all over the world but it's particularly impressive to meet fans who've traveled long distances to see them. At the last few concerts the band met fans from Calgary, Montreal, and South Carolina and one couple drove all the way up to Parry Sound from Florida with their friend from Liverpool in tow!!
Now that's dedication.
Reaction to the band's performances can be summed up by this email received from Rob Ludlow.
The Belleville gig last night was awesome — consummate, immaculate performances by all and pure joy for the audience to experience. Skip, Paul, Ralph, Dan and the whole band are an inspiration, each artist so accomplished, experienced and masterful in what they bring. The catalogue and repertoire over 40+ years is just unbelievable and Lighthouse still stands among the best live bands anywhere, anytime. The big, lush, rich layered sound doesn't rely on sampling or autotune — just a lot of REALLY good musicians playing together in a wonderful respectful, collaborative and endlessly creative way, loving what they do and loving to share it with the appreciative audience. Thanks guys, for so many years of so much great music — and still bringin' it with love.
Lighthouse gets emails and comments on the guest page from all over the world but it's particularly impressive to meet fans who've traveled long distances to see them. At the last few concerts the band met fans from Calgary, Montreal, and South Carolina and one couple drove all the way up to Parry Sound from Florida with their friend from Liverpool in tow!!
Now that's dedication.
Reaction to the band's performances can be summed up by this email received from Rob Ludlow.
The Belleville gig last night was awesome — consummate, immaculate performances by all and pure joy for the audience to experience. Skip, Paul, Ralph, Dan and the whole band are an inspiration, each artist so accomplished, experienced and masterful in what they bring. The catalogue and repertoire over 40+ years is just unbelievable and Lighthouse still stands among the best live bands anywhere, anytime. The big, lush, rich layered sound doesn't rely on sampling or autotune — just a lot of REALLY good musicians playing together in a wonderful respectful, collaborative and endlessly creative way, loving what they do and loving to share it with the appreciative audience. Thanks guys, for so many years of so much great music — and still bringin' it with love.
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2011!!!
photo © Barry Carson
It was a fantastic end to a fabulous year for Lighthouse. The band performed in London Ontario's Victoria Park on an almost balmy night to a wonderful crowd who were eager to celebrate. A highlight was Mayor Joe Fontana's performance with the band on One Fine Morning. His Honour plays an awesome tambourine and is welcome onstage any time!!
So happy New Year to all our friends and fans and thank you for making 2010 such a great year. The band really appreciates everyone's loyal support and looks forward to meeting old and new fans in 2011.
THANKS - IT'S BEEN A FUN THREE WEEKS!!
Lighthouse at the Hamilton Music Awards
Thanks to all of Lighthouse's fans for making the band feel so well-loved at the Grand Theatre in Kingston, the Hamilton Music Festival and Music Awards, the Ontario Trucking Associations' Convention in Toronto, the Regent Theatre in Oshawa and the Q107 Jingle Ball in Toronto. The band's really looking forward to meeting more fans at the Gala New Year's Celebration at Victoria Park in London.
DECEMBER 2 SOUND ACADEMY TORONTO
Enter to win invite to the Q107 Jingle Ball
Lighthouse will be headlining this years' Q107 Jingle Ball at the Sound Academy in Toronto at 11 Polson St. Doors are at 7pm and Lighthouse performs at 10:30. Opening acts are Carl Dixon of Coney Hatch, The Paul James Band and the Q107 Classic Rock House Band on stage. Plus, DJ Johnny "Flairboy" Garbutt from Derringer In The Morning will spin the tunes and keep you dancing the night away! You and three friends could win an invitation to get into this awesome Classic Rock Christmas Party so CLICK HERE TO JOIN CLUB Q AND ENTER THE CONTEST!!
NOVEMBER 27 REGENT THEATRE OSHAWA
There are only a few tickets left - don't be disappointed!!
The Durham Concert series will be presenting Lighthouse at the beautifully renovated Regent Theatre in Oshawa Saturday November 27th at 8:00 pm. This is Dan Clancy's neck of the woods and Dan and the band are looking forward to greeting many old and new fans. Tickets are available by phone at 1-866-943-8849 or you can CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE.
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SUNDAY NOVEMBER 21st HAMILTON
Congratulations Skip!!! Skip Prokop will be presented with the ArcelorMittal Dofasco Lifetime Achievement Award at this year's Hamilton Music Awards to be held November 21st at the McIntyre Theatre, Mohawk College. In celebration, Lighthouse will perform at the Awards ceremony following the presentation. Don't miss the chance to see the band perform and say congratulations to Skip!! CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS for the Hamilton Music Awards November 21st. |
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 19th TORONTO
Ontario truckers - do you have your tickets?
Lighthouse is looking forward to performing for the Ontario Trucking Association's 2010 convention at the Double Tree hotel in Toronto.
Ontario truckers - do you have your tickets?
Lighthouse is looking forward to performing for the Ontario Trucking Association's 2010 convention at the Double Tree hotel in Toronto.
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 18th HAMILTON
Lighthouse kicks off HMA Festival
Lighthouse will kick off this year's Hamilton Music Awards Festival with a concert Thursday November 18th at the McIntyre Theatre (Mohawk College) at 7:00 pm. The 2010 Music Festival takes place over three nights in venues around the city featuring local, national and international artists. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS for Lighthouse's November 18th performance.
Lighthouse kicks off HMA Festival
Lighthouse will kick off this year's Hamilton Music Awards Festival with a concert Thursday November 18th at the McIntyre Theatre (Mohawk College) at 7:00 pm. The 2010 Music Festival takes place over three nights in venues around the city featuring local, national and international artists. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS for Lighthouse's November 18th performance.
LIGHTHOUSE @ GRAND THEATRE KINGSTON OCTOBER 23/10
Lighthouse is looking forward to performing in Kingston at the fabulous Grand Theatre on Saturday October 23rd at 7:30pm. Tickets are going fast so don't be disappointed by waiting too long. You can buy tickets at the box-office, 218 Princess St or by phone at 613-530-2050. To order online click here.
Lighthouse is looking forward to performing in Kingston at the fabulous Grand Theatre on Saturday October 23rd at 7:30pm. Tickets are going fast so don't be disappointed by waiting too long. You can buy tickets at the box-office, 218 Princess St or by phone at 613-530-2050. To order online click here.
LIGHTHOUSE RETURNS TO KEMPENFEST JULY 31/10
Lighthouse will be returning to Kempenfest in Barrie ON, one of Canada's largest Music and Craft Festivals on Saturday July 31. There's something for everyone at this Festival including over 350 Arts & Crafts Booths, a Midway and Music performances scheduled on several stages throughout the Park. Take any of the four exits to Barrie off Highway 400 to Lakeshore Drive. Lighthouse will be performing at the Main Stage located on the South Shore beginning at 8:00PM. For more information click here.
LIGHTHOUSE LIFTING OFF IN CORNWALL JULY 9/10
Lighthouse is returning to Kemepenfest to help them celebrate their 40th Anniversary. Kempenfest celebrates all aspects of Arts & Crafts and this year has been added to the Top 100 Events list in Ontario. The Festival runs from July 30 to August 2 and has a strong concert schedule with Lighthouse headlining on Saturday July 31. The band will be performing at 8:00 PM. Click here for concert info and other details of the Fest.
LIGHTHOUSE RETURNS TO FEST OF THE ARTS JULY 2/10
Festival of the Arts. This festival has expanded from a summer Festival to a year-long celebration of the Arts. Lighthouse will be performing on Friday July 2 at 8:00 PM. The band has so many happy memories performing here and is looking forward to seeing old friends and new fans. Click here for more info.
LIGHTHOUSE IN WINNIPEG FOR
RED RIVER EXHIBITION JUNE 23/10
Lighthouse is looking forward to returning to Western Canada for this year's Red River Exhibition. This is the largest annual fair in Manitoba and runs from Friday June 18 to Sunday June 27. There are a series of ten nightly concerts. Lighthouse is performing at 8:00 PM on Wednesday June 23 at the Central Park Stage.
Lighthouse can't wait to be back in Winnipeg. Click here to learn more.
Lighthouse can't wait to be back in Winnipeg. Click here to learn more.
LIGHTHOUSE @ SOUND OF MUSIC JUNE 18/10
This year Lighthouse is excited to be the Friday night headliner at Burlington Ontario's Sound of Music Festival. The band will be performing at 9:30 on the OLG Stage located behind the Travelodge Hotel in Downtown Burlington. This Festival has been voted one of the top 100 Festivals in Ontario and is also one of Canada's largest FREE outdoor Music Festivals. Lighthouse is looking forward to seeing many fans at the Festival! Click here for more details.
BIG NIGHT IN ROSEDALE JUNE 17/10
Lighthouse is thrilled to be headlining BIG NIGHT IN ROSEDALE June 17. Another special, intimate event - this one held in a Rosedale backyard in Toronto - is in support of Serve!, an organization that works with at-risk youth ages 13-24 in inner-city communities. Through experiential education they are connected to their communities – and the result positively impacts both. Youth who come to Serve! often face obstacles – personal, economic, and social – that have made it difficult to achieve success. The program at Serve! is designed to help them overcome these obstacles.
Sharing the stage with Lighthouse will be Kathleen Edwards, one of Canada's most distinctive singer - songwriters to emerge in recent years and 2010 Best Group of the Year Juno Winners, The Arkells. Co-hosts for the night are Canada AM's Seamus O'Regan and Second City alumnae Colin Mochrie. Click here for ticket information. We'd love to see you there. Only 350 tickets are available!!
Sharing the stage with Lighthouse will be Kathleen Edwards, one of Canada's most distinctive singer - songwriters to emerge in recent years and 2010 Best Group of the Year Juno Winners, The Arkells. Co-hosts for the night are Canada AM's Seamus O'Regan and Second City alumnae Colin Mochrie. Click here for ticket information. We'd love to see you there. Only 350 tickets are available!!
GILDA'S CLUB JUNE 13/10
Thanks to Mary and David Crook for hosting such a magnificent fundraiser for Gilda's Club at their home in Shanty Bay. As soon as the band began playing people rose to their feet and by the end of the number the large tent was surrounded by dancing couples. It was a really fun day and Lighthouse was proud to be part of it!
GILDA'S CLUB LAKESIDE PARTY JUNE 13/10
Lighthouse is really proud to be headlining this year's Gilda's Club Lakeside Party June 13. This amazing afternoon held at a private home on the lakefront of beautiful Shanty Bay near Barrie Ontario, is in support of Simcoe Muskoka's chapter of Gilda's Club, an organization that offers a multi-faceted program for people living with cancer. Each club includes everything from social activities to learning experiences. Family members or friends are invited to join in and experience the sense of community that is created behind the "red" door. Men, women and children and their families and friends can engage in a life-enriching, innovative program that fills an enormous void in the cancer care continuum. It is a place to find inspiration in a community atmosphere with others who are facing cancer, whether newly diagnosed, receiving treatment, post treatment or as a family member or close friend.
Lighthouse will be performing along with four of Canada's funniest comediennes, Debra DiGiovanni, Martha Chaves, Laura Landauer and Sandra Shamas. To order tickets or for more information click here. Hope you can make it for this wonderful day of food, beverages and great performances!!
Lighthouse will be performing along with four of Canada's funniest comediennes, Debra DiGiovanni, Martha Chaves, Laura Landauer and Sandra Shamas. To order tickets or for more information click here. Hope you can make it for this wonderful day of food, beverages and great performances!!
QUEEN ELIZABETH THEATRE FEB. 13/09
A huge thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate our 40th Anniversary at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Toronto on February 13. Every Lighthouse concert is fabulous and special in its own way but having family, friends, Lighthouse alumnae and fans all together in the same room made for an awesome experience. Here's a sampling of comments we'd like to share....If you were there and would like to add your comments please click here.
Without a doubt, the best concert I've seen in years. Anyone not there, missed the most entertaining evening in months. I saw Neil Young a few months ago and this concert was as good or maybe even better. Lighthouse is definitely one of the best bands in Canada. What an amazing group of talented musicians!! Favourite moment: Skip introducing the band and learning about each musician.
Lighthouse celebrated their 40th anniversary last night with several thousand of their loyal fans from the early 70's. Close your eyes and, except for the absence of lots of all kinds of smoke in the hall, everyone was transported back to the future. The band sounded amazing. They had great energy, fabulous musicianship and generally put on a high quality show.I had not really heard them live since the mid 70's when Bob McBride was the lead singer. I must say that their 'new' front man is as great as Bob but with a wonderful expansive vocal range. He has been with the band for over 17 years.For boomers, this was a quality event and confirmation that classic rock and rockers really are like fine wine. Even the few young people who came along with their boomer parents seemed to have a great time.The members of the band are exceptional players but the horn sectionis remarkable. I can't recall hearing such phenominal solos at any jazz or rock concert.
Favourite moment: One Fine Morning lit up the place!
They still have it !!! -
instrumentals were true to original brilliance and ,unlike so many other "older" groups, vocals were VERY strong /true to original. Solos by various members on all instruments were exceptional and allowed us to get a better understanding/appreciation of the many talents that contributed to the group's tremendous overall performance ."Guest" appearances from past members added to evening. Hearing so many old hits from the group reminded us why we loved them in first place - music with tremendous energy- great instrumentals combined with upbeat lyrics, and a punch from the brass section that groups without brass just cannot match. On reflection think group would have been a tremendous addition to Olympics entertainment lineup.
I was blown away.
What a band! The sound, the veniue and the band made for a memorable evening.
This is the best version of the group ever. Althought we miss Bob McBride and always will.
Dan Clancy stands in his own right. These guy clearly were having fun and isn't that's what matters. It was infectous.
Thanks Skip, Paul, Ralph, Russ Stuart and allFavourite moment: Meeting the band before and after . These guys made us feel fans are important, the new song 40 Years Every last solo
Lighthouse celebrated their 40th anniversary last night with several thousand of their loyal fans from the early 70's. Close your eyes and, except for the absence of lots of all kinds of smoke in the hall, everyone was transported back to the future. The band sounded amazing. They had great energy, fabulous musicianship and generally put on a high quality show.I had not really heard them live since the mid 70's when Bob McBride was the lead singer. I must say that their 'new' front man is as great as Bob but with a wonderful expansive vocal range. He has been with the band for over 17 years.For boomers, this was a quality event and confirmation that classic rock and rockers really are like fine wine. Even the few young people who came along with their boomer parents seemed to have a great time.The members of the band are exceptional players but the horn sectionis remarkable. I can't recall hearing such phenominal solos at any jazz or rock concert.
Favourite moment: One Fine Morning lit up the place!
They still have it !!! -
instrumentals were true to original brilliance and ,unlike so many other "older" groups, vocals were VERY strong /true to original. Solos by various members on all instruments were exceptional and allowed us to get a better understanding/appreciation of the many talents that contributed to the group's tremendous overall performance ."Guest" appearances from past members added to evening. Hearing so many old hits from the group reminded us why we loved them in first place - music with tremendous energy- great instrumentals combined with upbeat lyrics, and a punch from the brass section that groups without brass just cannot match. On reflection think group would have been a tremendous addition to Olympics entertainment lineup.
I was blown away.
What a band! The sound, the veniue and the band made for a memorable evening.
This is the best version of the group ever. Althought we miss Bob McBride and always will.
Dan Clancy stands in his own right. These guy clearly were having fun and isn't that's what matters. It was infectous.
Thanks Skip, Paul, Ralph, Russ Stuart and allFavourite moment: Meeting the band before and after . These guys made us feel fans are important, the new song 40 Years Every last solo
JAMIE PROKOP
It was a sad day when we learned that Skip's health was making it impossible for him to continue performing. His extraordinary technique and musicality were such a large part of the iconic Lighthouse sound we couldn't imagine replacing him. And the first gig without him would be on the Moody Blues Cruise, playing alongside such superstars as Roger Daltrey, Carl Palmer, The Strawbs and of course, The Moody Blues. However, Skip came up with a fabulous solution - his son Jamie!
If Jamie was at all intimidated by taking on such an enormous responsibility, he never showed it. After working together intensely for 3 months Jamie confidently slipped behind the drums for the first performance and the transition was seamless. The reception from the audience was electric and the buzz onboard the ship was that Lighthouse was killing it.
Despite his youth, Jamie brought years of experience with him. He super-charged the band with his vibrant energy incorporating solid technique with rock 'n' roll flair to create a style that's uniquely his own. He did his Dad proud!!
Jamie is still part of the Lighthouse family but has taken a back seat in the last few years to concentrate on other projects. We welcome Paul DeLong to sit atop the Lighthouse drum throne!
It was a sad day when we learned that Skip's health was making it impossible for him to continue performing. His extraordinary technique and musicality were such a large part of the iconic Lighthouse sound we couldn't imagine replacing him. And the first gig without him would be on the Moody Blues Cruise, playing alongside such superstars as Roger Daltrey, Carl Palmer, The Strawbs and of course, The Moody Blues. However, Skip came up with a fabulous solution - his son Jamie!
If Jamie was at all intimidated by taking on such an enormous responsibility, he never showed it. After working together intensely for 3 months Jamie confidently slipped behind the drums for the first performance and the transition was seamless. The reception from the audience was electric and the buzz onboard the ship was that Lighthouse was killing it.
Despite his youth, Jamie brought years of experience with him. He super-charged the band with his vibrant energy incorporating solid technique with rock 'n' roll flair to create a style that's uniquely his own. He did his Dad proud!!
Jamie is still part of the Lighthouse family but has taken a back seat in the last few years to concentrate on other projects. We welcome Paul DeLong to sit atop the Lighthouse drum throne!
