Rock Therapy
2026-06-26 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Loft Pub, 229 Gorge Rd E, Victoria, BC, Canada
ROCK THERAPY is a powerhouse 5-piece band stacked with some of Canada’s finest rock veterans. The lineup includes Glen Willows, guitarist and original songwriter for iconic rock band Harlequin (“Innocence,” “I Did It for Love,” “Sweet Things in Life”). On drums and vocals is Ed Cliffe, known from Rare Breed, Tyrro, The Knobs, and The Darby Mills Project. Kent Webb brings guitar, vocals, synth, and keys, with roots in Younger Than Yesterday and the KISS tribute Rip N’ Destroy. Holding down the low end is Jeff Mousley, formerly of The Chrissy Steele Project, Room Service, and The Fabulous B-Sides. Rounding out the lineup is Scott Ramsay, lead vocals/saxes/percussion, a staple of The Soul Shakers, Groove Kitchen, Lateshift, The Fabulous B-Sides and countless blues acts.
Voluntary Cover $10

Thick As Thieves
2026-06-27 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-18 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Thick as Thieves is a Cowichan Valley based classic and country rock band that has entertained crowds from small town bars to summer festivals including Sunfest, corporate and charitable events up and down Vancouver Island. The band has shared the stage for over 25 years. When you come to see them play you will hear a wide variety of classic rock and southern blues/new country ranging from Chris Stapleton and Marcus King to 54-40 and The Hip.
The line up includes Matt Lemay on lead vocals/guitar, Steve Hutcheson on bass/vocals, Rob Lise on lead guitar and Darrell Posehn on drums/vocals.
Voluntary Cover $10.

Sunday Afternoon Jam
2026-06-28 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-05 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-12 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-19 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver)
Join us every Sunday for an afternoon of great music, connection and encouragement. Whether you are a music appreciator or musician yourself, you are invited to take in the immense talent this jam attracts. With host Rainshadow Al. 3-7PM.
If participating, show up and sign up with Al. Bring your own instrument/mic.

Bill Francis - Story & Song
2026-06-29 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-07-13 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
BILL FRANCIS shares an acoustic evening of story and pop/rock favourites featuring Rainshadow Al… requests welcome! Voluntary Cover. 5:30PM.

SWANG THANG!
2026-06-30 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-14 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
SWANG THANG! is an upbeat and vibrant ensemble bringing the infectious energy of Swing, Blues, and Latin dance party music straight from the golden era of 1940 to 1965. With a repertoire packed full of vintage gems and irresistible grooves, they deliver a joyful, high-energy performance that’s as fun as it is timeless.
Voluntary Cover

Wednesday Night Jam
2026-07-01 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-08 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-15 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-22 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
MUSIC JAM with host Brooke Cooper. 6-9PM. Victoria’s musicians are invited to take the stage for a jam. A great place to showcase your band, get some stage time and connect with other musicians. BYO instrument and/or mic to participate.

Rhythm Train
2026-07-02 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-09 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-16 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-23 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
RHYTHM TRAIN is a top-notch line-up of musicians offering up a great mix of blues, rock, R&B and more. Featuring Jack Lavin and Ross Hall with special guests every week. Voluntary Cover. 6-9PM.

Jonny & The King Bees
2026-07-03 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Jonny and the KingBees sure are making a lot of noise for a 3-piece band!

With ‘too-tall’ Rodney Senft on drums and ‘boots’ Bob Miron on bass, Jonathan Rigby aka
‘Jonny KingBee’ revive the classic power trio sounds from the 50’s & 60’s.

Nothing too fancy here, just straight ahead rocking blues that gets you up dancing and burns the house down.

Playing a reportoire composed mainly of Chicago and Delta blues with a little British Invasion thrown in for good measure; thats how the ‘Bees set the table for a great night out.

There’s gonna be some stinging going on !

Voluntary Cover $10

McKinley Wolf
2026-07-04 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Blues tribute band to the masters McKINLEY WOLF, present music from Freddie King, Howlin’ Wolf, Jimmy Reed, B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Albert King to name a few – for a truly authentic blues experience.
Voluntary Cover $10.

Country Jam with Nate Dunn & Friends
2026-07-06 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
A country jam with NATE DUNN & FRIENDS, featuring a rotating lineup of talented musicians and plenty of country favourites. Whether you’re here to play or just enjoy the music, everyone’s welcome. BYO mic and/or instrument to join the jam.

Dave Harris & Friends
2026-07-07 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-21 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
DAVE HARRIS & FRIENDS Longtime blues musician and one man band, joined by some of Victoria’s finest musicians including Al Pease and Clark Brendon. 5:00PM. Voluntary Cover.

Tom Morrissey
2026-07-10 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Acoustic roots/folk musician TOM MORRISSEY, blends traditional East Coast tunes with a variety of modern classics. Voluntary Cover $10. 7-10PM.

The Groove Diggers
2026-07-11 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
THE GROOVE DIGGERS are a Victoria-based cover band that plays the latest in top 40 hits and classic party music that keeps the night alive.
Voluntary Cover $10.

Ampli-fire
2026-07-17 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Ampli-Fire is an exhilarating 5 piece classic rock/hard rock cover band formed in Victoria BC 2023. Fused with 70s 80s 90s+, Ampli-Fire’s energetic lead vocals, electrifying guitars, drum and bass engaging music that will make you want to dance all night.
Voluntary Cover $10

Nate Silas
2026-07-20 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Nate Silas has spent the last several years travelling and living overseas, learning about the history, folklore and music of other cultures and has now returned home to Vancouver Island. He writes songs with meaningful lyrics that tell a story whilst also lifting people’s spirits. These songs are influenced by books, landscapes and people Nate meets along the way. Nate responds dynamically to the energy and interaction he gets from his audience, so no two of his live gigs are the same. As well as his original songs, Nate re-visits a few familiar songs everyone can hum along with, from the traditional canon and from some more contemporary Canadian and international artists.
Voluntary Cover.

Moon Riot
2026-07-24 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Born from a 12-year legacy on Vancouver Island, Moon Riot delivers high-voltage rock & roll with raw soul and unstoppable energy.
A wildly versatile band covering decades of music and countless genres, there’s almost nothing Moon Riot can’t play. Each song is more fun than the last.
From Creep to Valerie, every show is a ritual. Every song, a spark.
Voluntary Cover $10

Demographix
2026-07-25 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Demographix delivers all your favourite classic rock tunes to keep you dancing and singing along all night long!
Voluntary Cover $10.
