John Allaire: Award-Winning Songs and Stories with a Rock & Roll Edge

Playing an average of 150+ shows per year around the world, John Allaire is easily one of Canada’s top independent road warriors. He recently celebrated his 3,000th career show with a series of sold out concerts in 2024. John has won many awards, including the Americana Songwriters’ Association award in Nashville for best lyricist and the Toronto Independent Music Award for “best live show”. Penguin Eggs magazine has 2 called John "the next Canadian music legend" and "a new Neil Young". His storytelling and quick wit make him a perennial festival favourite and a stalwart club-land institution. Don't miss John Allaire's Saint John stop on his Canadian Maritime Caravan Tour - right here at Wasted Day.

The Baker Beaton Band: Southern NB's Country Blues Supergroup

"If Merle Haggard got into a bar fight with the Allman Brothers, you'd get the Baker Beaton Band. A toe-tapping mashup of Country, Blues and Funk brings local legends Brian Baker and Mike Beaton together to perform through a mix of genre standards, deep cuts, original songs, and fun covers." Join Mike Beaton, Brian Baker, and a few friends as they open the show, celebrating the release of their new single "No Hope in Hell". Don't miss your chance to get a sneak peek of The Baker Beaton Band before their upcoming appearance at Boxcar Festival 2025!