Class Of 2008 March 11, 2008

Victoria’s musical community has cast their vote for the Victoria Rock & Roll, Music Hall Of Fame Class of 2008 inductees and now it’s time to release the results.

Most Influential Musician 1956-1959
Bunk McEwen Pianist

Most Influential Group 1956-1959
Bernie Porter Orchestra

Favorite Venue 1956-1965
The Scope

Most Influential Musician 1960-1965
Doug Edwards Guitarist

Most Influential Group 1960-1965*
Gary Lee & The Group
The Motifs
The Regents

Most Influential Broadcaster 1956-1965
Norm Pringle

Life Time Achievement Award
Valdy (Valdemar Horsdal)

NEW CATEGORIES

Most Influential Blues Group 1960-1965
Blues X Five

Most Influential Country Musician 1960-1965
Norm Watson

* This year’s balloting generated a 3-way tie.

Congratulations to all 2008 Victoria Rock & Roll Music Hall Of Fame inductees. This years celebration will be held on Sunday September 21 at the Upstairs Lounge (formerly Harpo's).

Todays profile update: Ron Lukawitski

BARRY ENSIGN

When RUKUS gets on stage April 5th at the Hall Of Fame Night Out, they will be joined for a couple of tunes by Barry Ensign. Last time Barry played at the 2006 induction cermonies, he left us all shouting for more, so here he comes.

GET YOUR TICKETS

Don't miss out on the party. Because everyone had such a blast at last years Hall Of Fame induction, "Lightning" Len Siemens and Ernie Neiderer have taken it upon themselves to organize the "HOF Night Out" on Saturday April 5. That's right, no pomp and circumstance, just a fun evening with music and old friends. Cruel Shoes Rockin Blues Band will be our host(s) with the "Who's Who" of local music legends making appearances throughout the night. There will be door prizes, a silent auction and more fun than we should be allowed. If you've been inducted into the HOF, you and a guest are absolutely FREE. If not, it's the best $10. a head you'll ever spend this year. In fact, why not call up your old band mates and get a table together. Order your tickets today by e mailing [email protected] with the heading "Tickets" so you won't be left out of the fun. Proceeds from this event benefit "Victoria's Rock & Roll, Music Hall Of Fame"