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Cruel Shoes Rock N' Blues Band
rockin blues from Victoria BC
Available for Shows/Gigs - Confirmed:
Jan. 28, 2020
Cruel Shoes' self titled CD is an impressive recording debut for the popular Victoria band.
Ernie Niederer (lead vocals, rhythm guitar,blues harp), Dave Cornock (vocals, lead guitar), Doug Thorsteinson (bass guitar), and Steve Sawatsky (drums) rock their way through 11 covers and originals.
The songs are a a mix of nostalgic blasts from the past and original tracks are, as the boys put it, "played from within".
Cruel Shoes has been playing the local scene for years and have proven their ability to put on a great live show.
The CD is available for 13$ at Turntable Records and Lyle's Place.
Check us out on Youtube
Ernie Niederer (lead vocals, rhythm guitar,blues harp), Dave Cornock (vocals, lead guitar), Doug Thorsteinson (bass guitar), and Steve Sawatsky (drums) rock their way through 11 covers and originals.
The songs are a a mix of nostalgic blasts from the past and original tracks are, as the boys put it, "played from within".
Cruel Shoes has been playing the local scene for years and have proven their ability to put on a great live show.
The CD is available for 13$ at Turntable Records and Lyle's Place.
Check us out on Youtube
Audio Samples
| Track | Play | Save |
|---|---|---|
| Baby Please Don't Go "Live" 2005 Ships Point |
Current Lineup
| Name | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Ernie Niederer | Guitar / Lead Vocals | 1993-present |
| Dave Cornock | Lead Guitar / Vocals | 1993-present |
| Steve Sawatsky | Drums / Vocals | 2014-present |
| Ric Lawrence | Keyboards / Vocals | 2017-present |
| Jeff Mousley | Bass / Vocals | 2017-present |
Past Members
| Name | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Stu Ruff | Drums / Percussion | 1993-2014 |
| Carl Smyth | Bass / Vocals | 1993-2004 |
| Tom Leddy | Bass / Vocals | 2005-2009 |
| Doug Thorsteinson | Bass / Vocals | 2009-2016 |
Videos
Ain't Too Proud To Beg
In this Video Artist(s)
Cruel Shoes Rock N' Blues Band
Posted: Aug. 10, 2016
Filmed: Jun. 12, 2014
Soul Man
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Cruel Shoes Rock N' Blues Band
Posted: Aug. 10, 2016
Filmed: Jun. 12, 2014
Tennessee Whiskey
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Cruel Shoes Rock N' Blues Band
Posted: Aug. 10, 2016
Filmed: Apr. 1, 2016
Sweet Home Alabama 1
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Cruel Shoes Rock N' Blues Band
Posted: Aug. 10, 2016
Filmed: Jun. 12, 2014
Cruel Shoes Promo Video
In this Video Artist(s)
Cruel Shoes Rock N' Blues Band,
Ernie Niederer, Dave Cornock, Doug Thorsteinson
Posted: Jan. 6, 2016
LaGrange Vancouver Island Blues Bash
In this Video Artist(s)
Cruel Shoes Rock N' Blues Band,
Ernie Niederer,
Tom Leddy,
Stu Ruff, Dave Cornock
Posted: Jan. 6, 2016
Filmed: Sep. 5, 2009
Victoria Music Hall Of Fame Social 2008
In this Video Artist(s)
Cruel Shoes Rock N' Blues Band,
Ernie Niederer, Dave Cornock,
Tom Leddy,
Stu Ruff, Scott Ramsay
Posted: Dec. 21, 2015
Filmed: Apr. 5, 2008
Victoria Music Hall Of Fame Social 2008
In this Video Artist(s)
Cruel Shoes Rock N' Blues Band,
Ernie Niederer, Dave Cornock,
Tom Leddy,
Stu Ruff,
Len Siemens
Posted: Dec. 21, 2015
Filmed: Apr. 5, 2008
Victoria Music Hall Of Fame Social 2008
In this Video Artist(s)
Cruel Shoes Rock N' Blues Band,
Ernie Niederer,
Tom Leddy,
Stu Ruff, Dave Cornock
Posted: Dec. 21, 2015
Filmed: Apr. 5, 2008
Victoria Music Hall Of Fame Social 2008
In this Video Artist(s)
Cruel Shoes Rock N' Blues Band,
Ernie Niederer, Dave Cornock,
Tom Leddy,
Stu Ruff,
Len Siemens
Posted: Dec. 21, 2015
Filmed: Apr. 5, 2008
Status: Available for Shows/Gigs
CRUEL SHOES ROCK 'N' BLUES BAND - Last confirmed Jan. 28, 2020