Jake Vaadeland and The Sturgeon River Boys are in concert at the Empress Theatre on Wednesday, Jan. 31.
Jake Vaadeland and The Sturgeon River Boys are headed to the Empress on Wednesday, Jan. 31 at 7:30 p.m. with their unique blend of bluegrass and ’50s rockabilly music.
A self-taught multi-instrumentalist and songwriter from Cut Knife, Sask., Vaadeland accompanies his impressive vocals with the guitar and banjo.
Vaadeland is a storyteller in song, producing foot stomping, high energy performances with his band, The Sturgeon River Boys.
A consummate performer who dresses almost exclusively in vintage suits, Vaadeland is a master banjo picker and guitar player.
At only 20 years old, Vaadeland is already a seasoned professional, with two albums under his vintage belt.
Vaadeland is a captivating performer who loves telling stories to his audiences between songs, channeling the likes of Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley and bluegrass legends Earl Scruggs and Lester Flatt.
Vaadeland won two Saskatchewan Music Awards in 2022, including Album of the Year for Everybody But Me, along with the Folk/Roots Artist of the Year.
In addition, Vaadeland has earned four Saskatchewan Country Music Awards, including Fans Choice Entertainer of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, Alternative Country Album of the Year and Emerging Artist of the Year.
Vaadeland’s album, Retro Man, also finished at number two in fan voting for the Best Saskatchewan Albums of 2021.
Tickets are available at macleodempress.com, by calling 403-553-4404 or at the Box Office on Main Street.
