It’s been a while since our last Boots and Hearts artist announcement but we’ve got a great one for you today.

The acts for the Coors Banquet Kick Off Party have been booked for Thursday night and we’re super excited about all five!

★ Jake Owen
★ Emerson Drive
★ Tebey
★ Meghan Patrick
★ Johnson Crook Our headliner for the night will be none other than Jake Owen! The only absolute newcomer to the Boots & Hearts stage, I’m already thinking about summer, smiling and barefoot blue jean nights.

Returning artists include returning artists, multi-award winning Emerson Drive, and the talented Tebey, who we got a peek of last year for one song! I’m sensing we may get a reprise of Wake Me Up from these guys.

Now the next two acts are pretty special to me, Meghan Patrick, was in fact, the first band I ever shot. At the time, she was kicking it with her band The Stone Sparrows and to this day, my shot of her boots is still one of my favourites. Meghan’s been all over everyone’s radar this past year and after signing with Warner Music you can expect to see a lot more of her. Her current single Bow Chicka Wow Wow is climbing the country charts.

On to Johnson Crook, it’s no secret that we have a special spot for these guys. We met the guys last year when they qualified for the Emerging Artist Competition. Well, they didn’t win but their immense talent has brought them to the festival anyway! This Toronto-based band has become one of favourites. Amazing harmonies, thoughtful lyrics and generally great guy vibes are just a few of the reasons we love them. We’re pretty sure you will too.

If you’ve never been to the Coors Banquet Kick Off Party, you’re in for a treat. Party starts at 5PM on Thursday, August 3rd! If you haven’t got your tickets yet, we’ve got a contest on the go, 4 General Admission passes + camping. Contest closes April 1st.

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