TIM HICKS ANNOUNCES ONTARIO LEG OF THE CAMPFIRE TROUBADOUR TOUR
ONTARIO LEG WILL FEATURE EMERGING ARTIST DAYNA REID AS THE OPENING ACT
"THROWBACK" 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY DOC OUT NOW
September 8, 2023 (Toronto, ON) - For over a decade, JUNO nominated, multi-platinum artist Tim Hickshas brought his trademark brand of feel-good party anthems to country lovers across Canada. Today, he announces the Ontario leg of his cross-country Campfire Troubadour Tour, featuring emerging artist Dayna Reid as the Ontario opening act. Pre-sale for the Ontario dates begins September 11, with tickets officially going on-sale September 14 at 10am local time. Tickets and VIP packages can be purchased HERE.
Inspired by cozy Canadian nights sitting around a campfire, sharing stories and singing songs, the 18-date tour features an intimate show, with Hicks performing acoustic arrangements and stripped down versions of fan favourites, along with the tracks from his new EP Campfire Troubadour Vol II and its JUNO-nominated predecessor. As a standout in the Canadian country scene for earnestly working his way from an emerging artist to a top player in the genre, Hicks will be shining a light on emerging female talent across the country with a different opener in each province. The tour kicks off with Teigen Gayse in British Columbia, followed by Hailey Benedict in Alberta, and concluding with label-mate Dayna Reid for the Ontario dates.
2023 has been a milestone year for Hicks, celebrating a decade since the release of his debut album Throw Down with the release of the Deluxe Edition and a limited edition vinyl. Last night, Hicks premiered "Throwback," a captivating documentary special that displays a heartfelt celebration of friendship, family and the places that have shaped his remarkable career over the last decade.
Tim Hicks isn't slowing down as he heads into fall with the Campfire Troubadour Tour on the horizon and two nominations at this year's CCMA Awards (Album of the Year and TD Aeroplan Visa Fans' Choice). For more information about purchasing tickets and VIP packages, visit www.timhicksmusic.com.
CAMPFIRE TROUBADOUR TOUR DATES
October 23 - Sidney, BC - Charlie White Theatre*
October 25 - Vernon, BC - Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre*
October 26 - Cranbrook, BC - Key City Theatre*
October 28 - Lloydminster, AB - Vic Juba Community Theatre**
October 29 - Red Deer, AB - Memorial Centre**
November 1 - Calgary, AB - Bella Concert Hall**
November 2 - Fort McMurray, AB - Keyano Theatre**
November 3 - Camrose, AB - Camrose Performing Arts Centre**
November 4 - Fort Saskatchewan, SK - Dow Centennial Centre, Shell Theatre**
November 9 - Chatham, ON - Chatham Capitol Theatre***
November 10 - Guelph, ON - River Run Centre***
November 16 - Kingston, ON - Isabel Bader***
November 17 - Oshawa, ON - Regent Theatre***
November 18 - Delhi, ON - Capitol 33***
November 19 - Orillia, ON - Orillia Opera House***
November 22 - Peterborough, ON - Showplace Theatre***
November 23 - Belleville, ON - Empire Theatre***
November 24 - Ottawa, ON - Algonquin Commons***
* with Teigen Gayse
** with Hailey Benedict
*** with Dayna Reid
ABOUT TIM HICKS:
Tim Hicks continues to lead the way with his sure-footed everyman approach - expanding the song writing and style that has helped define today’s country music. Delivering track after track with unparalleled quality and consistency, Hicks’ ascent as an elite chart-topping act since making his country label debut in 2013 is undeniable. His vast catalogue of highly praised releases including Throw Down, 5:01, 5:01+, Shake These Walls, New Tattoo, Wreck This and Campfire Troubadour has earned the five-time JUNO Award nominee and CCMA Award winner a double Platinum selling single, four Platinum selling singles, nine Gold singles, one Gold album and nineteen Top 10 radio hits (including the #1 singles “No Truck Song” and “What A Song Should Do”), in addition to multiple sold-out headlining dates and back-to-back national tours.