03 April 2008
At 3am on Friday, February 15, 2008, music producer Scott Harding was the victim of a car crash, returning home from a late night mixing session. The cab he was riding in was broadsided by a stolen car; the impact crushed Harding’s T5 vertebrae, leaving him partially paralyzed. Scott's condition is serious and like many dedicated musicians he is without health insurance and is facing very large medical and legal fees.
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17 January 2008
The Potluck Cafe society will be able to provide 7500 meals to people in the downtown eastside community as a result of the shows. We were also able to contribute $3,150 to the Victoria and Sydney food banks as well.
Again, thank you all for yo...» Full Story
17 January 2008
Here is a link to a video of Barney with the Grand Cariboo Opry and Tom Wilson.
» Full Story21 November 2007
Following last year’s success, the Grand Cariboo Opry is again offering the opportunity to get up on stage even if you have stage fright. By sponsoring a song or with a donation you will have your name or business announced through humorous monologue and lyrical wit. This is a great way to gain name recognition for your product or service or to just help those who are in need. So join us this December 14 & 15, at the St. James Co...» Full Story
06 November 2007
JUST ANNOUNCED -- The Grand Caribou Opry featuring Barney Bentall & Guests rolls into Victoria for 2 shows on December 7th & December 8th, 2007.
Each ticket sold for the Opry in Brentwood Bay will provide groceries for people in need, an important contribution to our community. Come share in the magic that is the Grand Cariboo Opry…
Music in the Bay is a non-profit society dedicated to bringing...» Full Story
01 November 2007
That's right! The Grand Caribou Opry is Back for two shows in Vancouver on Dec 14 & 15 at the St. James Community Centre in support of the Potuck Cafe Society and the residents of the Downtown East Side.
This highly entertaining variety show is hosted by Barney Bentall as he works through his very humorous and highly entertaining monologu...» Full Story
12 September 2007
Barney Bentall has been nominated for Songwriter of the Year in this year's Western Canadian Music Awards.
Barney is nominated alongside such artist as John Mann of Spirit of the West, Romi Mayes, and Nathan.
For more information on the Western Canadian Music Awards, please Visit their website.
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15 March 2007
Click Here now to check out the new EPK from Barney Bentall on You Tube. Be sure to rate the video if you like it!
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02 March 2007
Barney Bentall is going to be playing in this years Juno Cup in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan as part of the 2007 Juno Weekend Events.
The puck drops in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, where the 4th Annual Juno Cup game takes to the ice at the Art Hauser Centre on Friday, March 30th at 7 p.m. (CT) as part of this year’s Juno Weekend Events. The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced the first roun...» Full Story
02 March 2007
The Grand Cariboo Opry is Coming to Saskatoon for the JunoFEST celebrations as part of Juno Weekend!
Stay tuned for dates and times!
» Full Story21 February 2007
Congrats to Sheldon Zaharko who is nominated for Engineer of the Year for his work on Barney Bentall's "Back Up On The Horse".» Full Story
18 December 2006
Thanks to the fans and performers for giving your time, talent, (wardrobe, wig!) and goodwill to the travelling roadshow.
About $20,000 was raised over the six shows. Many people were fed in Winnipeg over Christmas, the young people of Ashcroft will be able to put on a play in that great theatre and 5000 free meals will be given to residents of the downtown eastside.
Happy Holidays!
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» Full Story24 November 2006
On December 1st, 2nd and the newly added matinee on DEC 3rd in Ashcroft, BC at the Ashcroft Opera House will benefit YES (the Youth Entertainers Society). December 8 & 9 in Vancouver will benefit the P...» Full Story
08 September 2006
Barney Bentall will be appearing on CBC Radio One's program Sounds Like Canada.
The interview will be conducted by Sheilagh Rogers who talks with Barney about his new record Gift Horse.
Tune in to CBC Radio One on Wednesday September 20 at 10:30 local time to catch the interview.
For local times and frequencies please visit CBC Radio One's website. » Full Story
05 September 2006
New shows announced for out east including Toronto, Wakefield and Bayview!
Click here to visit the shows page!
20 August 2006
Welcome to the brand new site for Barney Bentall!! Be sure to check back often for the latest tour dates and news! » Full Story
15 August 2006
We've launched a new Barney Bentall MySpace site! Be sure to visit and be Barney's friend!
Click here now to be taken to Barney's MySpace Site!
» Full Story09 August 2006
The new album from Barney Bentall entitled Gift Horse will be released on August 22 on True North Records.
For the whole story behind the new record, get the details from Barney himself by clicking on the About section!