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Chris Lamont Trio

The Chris Lamont Trio was made for the Boiler House – literally. They have been performing for the Sunday Jazz Brunch since the day the restaurant opened and are still going strong. Drummer/Leader Chris Lamont and pianist Peter Hill are accompanied by a rotation of three of Canada's finest saxophonists. Chris Gale, Shawn Nykwist and Richard Underhill take turns with the band, each bringing their unique style and often their own original material as well. A typical Sunday afternoon will find the trio exploring many varied styles of music, from early Jazz through to more modern sounds. You may also hear elements of Blues, Latin Jazz, New Orleans, Funk, 60's Shag and even the odd Beatles' tune thrown in. They add a fun but unobtrusive element to your brunch experience. It is not uncommon to find a group of excited kids dancing on the stage beside them as they play.

Kush

Kush is: feel-good, grooving instrumental and electronic nu jazz, down-tempo and soulful house music for the mind, body and soul. Kush sprang from its producer and bassist’s Etric Lyons’ fascination and respect for DJ culture and his deep love for chill and groove music. Lyons was particularly interested in the masterful ability that DJs have to feed off of a live crowd’s energy. By fusing electronica with live instruments, Kush has developed a sound which is entirely unique, compelling and lush – a treat for all the senses. The live project is completely unrehearsed, improvised playing, mixed with electronic elements that take listeners on a magical musical journey. The normal three set Kush experience begins with a chill set, followed by a more up-tempo set and finishes with a house-beat set that usually gets even the most reluctant “dancer’s” feet moving. Kush is a must see live experience!

Lester McLean Trio

Blending acoustic Soul and Funk with hints of Jazz, Blues, Reggae and Brazilian music, the Lester McLean Trio's memorable sound is rooted in a fresh approach to pop music combined with great musicianship. Their debut CD Best Foot Forward was released in 2005 and features the dynamic and soulful voice of singer Lester McLean performing a mix of ear-catching original music along with some fantastic reworking of songs by U2, Sam Cooke, and The Police. Formed in 2003 with the express purpose of putting a unique acoustic spin on the soulful music the band loves, the Lester McLean Trio includes Juno award winning and nationally recognized guitarist Michael Occhipinti on acoustic guitar and vocals, and multi-instrumentalist Louis Simão on upright acoustic bass and vocals. Compelling singer and songwriter Lester McLean adds his lyrical soprano saxophone and pulsating Doon Darbooka to the band's distinct sound.

Louis Simão Trio

With Louis Simão on guitar and vocals, this trio creates a unique musical tapestry woven with the rhythms and melodies of Brazil and Portugal. With the energy and improvisatory spirit of jazz, the resulting experience is a virtuosic and compelling performance that both fascinates the ears and transports you to another time and place. Rounding out the trio is the highly accomplished Bill McBirnie on flute and the gifted Silas Silva on percussion.

Luanda Jones

Emerging Brazilian singer/songwriter Luanda Jones has been captivating audiences for over a decade with her unique blend of suave, jazz-inflected vocals and stylized guitar harmonies, interpreting some of the Brazil's most cherished popular musicians. Her influences cover a wide artistic spectrum, ranging from João Gilberto and Gilberto Gil to the Beatles. Now living in Toronto, Luanda has performed at a number of local venues opening for both local and international artists, including Badi Assad, Lal, Lady Son and Carmen Souza. She released her first disc, Aquarela, in October 2009 – a record featuring some of the top global music players in Toronto, as well as original compositions by both Luanda and her song-writing parents.

Melissa Boyce

With a jazz pianist father, Melissa grew up in a home full of music and developed a keen appreciation for a wide variety of music genres. Melissa recently released her debut CD "Teach Me Tonight". The Melissa Boyce Trio showcases Melissa's rich textured vocals and is supported by the sensitive and inspired instrumental accompaniment of guitarist Kevin Laliberté and bassist Drew Birston. Together they offer a repertoire of soulful Blues, sensual Latin interpretations and warm traditional Jazz.

Resident DJs

Our resident DJs, including Allan Pynn, Danny Floh Back and DJKC, always provide the perfect atmosphere whether they are performing inside the Boiler House or on its stunning patio. This group of talented DJs draw from a wide range of music including: RnB, Soul, Old School, Funk, House, Disco, Rare Groove and Neo Soul. Our resident DJs have been making the best musical selections for the Boiler House since its inception in 2003.

Tonino Chiodo

Tonino Chiodo has been playing and studying the classical guitar for over 40 years. His adaptations of Brazilian Samba, Tango, Bossa Nova and even popular North American songs arranged for the classical guitar are musical worlds within their own. Influenced by the masters Andrés Segovia, Juilan Bream and John Williams, Tonino's style is passionate but articulate. He has studied and performed around the world, most notably in Barcelona, Spain and at the Conservatory of Music in Toronto. Tonino performs every week at the Boiler House for dinner, Tuesday through Friday.

Tyler Yarema

Tyler Yarema is an award-winning Jazz and Blues pianist and an accomplished singer-songwriter. Tyler has played on over 40 recordings in numerous styles from Blues and Jazz to Pop and Reggae. His interpretations of classic songs are always fresh and energetic. Tyler has a wide range of influences from Chet Baker to the Beatles, Frank Sinatra to Feist, and Oscar Peterson to Portishead. You can find Tyler Yarema performing on the Boiler House catwalk on select Fridays, always accompanied by some of Toronto's finest musicians.