Cactus Jalopy Cruise-In Hot Rod Show
June 2010, Osoyoos, B.C.
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You will note that David is sporting the latest "Blue Healers" attire (o.k., thanks photoshop!), at the Cactus Jalopy Cruise-In Hot Rod Show in Osoyoos, B.C.. We would like to thank the club, Pam & Fred Farinha.
Osoyoos, B.C.
June 2010
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Apparently the band was far too busy taking pictures of the cars that were in great abundance to catch of our act! Just close your eyes and imagine the band playing to a crowd that overlooked the picture-perfect valley of Osoyoos.
Osoyoos, B.C.
June 2010
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Just had to include this picture of a chevy, as one of us had turned a bolt or two on an identical one in a previous life. Ain't she a beaut?!
Osoyoos, B.C.
June 2010
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Private Birthday Party for "Poppy"
May 2010, West Kelowna, B.C.
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Now if you are going to play a private birthday party, this is the type of location that you will want: swimming pool, buffet tables, and very large shade trees for the band!
West Kelowna,
May 2010
Courtesy of: caraphotography@hotmail.com
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When have such a fantastic venue to play at, you have to play the summer songs like, "Jammin", "How Far is Heaven" & "Margueritaville"!
West Kelowna
May 2010
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The Blue Healers pride themselves on the fact that we can play for a wide variety of audiences and age groups! To quote Benajamin George "Remember, Billy, you are not a musician, you are an entertainer!" So, folks....let us entertain and not merely provide background music!
West Kelowna
May 2010
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Just in case anyone still is questioning hiring the band for their Birthday, Wedding, or Party, these are the faces of the VERY satisfied clients & now FRIENDS!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY POPPY, we had an excellent time as well!
West Kelowna
May 2010
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The Creekside Pub & Grill
April 2010, Kelowna, B.C.
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When the party gets started, the beautiful women can't help but crowd the dance floor!
Kelowna
April 2010
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As the evening draws to an end, we even have loyal fans come on stage and jam with the band! Remember folks, just email us in advance and let us know what song you would like to perform with the band, and most often you will also become a STAR that night!
Kelowna
April 2010
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The Packinghouse Neighbourhood Pub
January 2010, Kelowna, B.C.
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Bill hits a contemplative moment during one of his ballands. Obviously, present this night was Kim Unsworth, who took such a beautiful photograph.
Kelowna, B.C.
January 2010
Courtesy of Kim Unsworth Photography
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The sullen light smoothly casts its glow upon Mick as his hands caress the guitar, lulling the audience into a trance which has them forget where they are in place and time. (Editor's Note: yes, I felt inspired!)
Kelowna, B.C.
January 2010
Courtesy of Kim Unsworth Photography
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We're uncertain whether Pat was caught off-guard, or if that is his "Eye of the Tiger" and is about to pounce!
Kelowna, B.C.
Janury 2010
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Ok, let us just be honest and call this an exposition of Kim Unsworth Photography, featuring the Blue Healers!
Kelowna, B.C.
January 2010
Courtesy of Kim Unsworth Photography
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The Creekside Pub & Grill
January 2010, Kelowna, B.C.
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One of our fans, Kim Unsworth was present this night and captured a shot of April, another Blue Healers fan. Obviously, the talent is just not on the stage!
Kelowna, B.C.
January 2010
Courtesy of Kim Unsworth Photography
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With the ambient light glowing on Dave as he plays the bass guitar, the evening became magical. (Editor's note: Ok, I promise, I will stop with the language!)
Kelowna, B.C.
January 2010
Courtesy of Kim Unsworth Photography
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The Longhorn Pub
December 2009, Kelowna, B.C.
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Bill likes to think that a picture with Ashley (from the Longhorn Pub), has increased his street-cred. We just have to remind him that she would make even a homeless man in the back streets of Vancouver look good!
Vernon, B.C.
December 2009
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Rusty's Steakhouse
Halloween 2009
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The event started by having James cover his drums in the Ms. Pacman-style. The evening only became more unusual as we went along....
Halloween
Kelowna 2009
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We know that it may be hard for some of you to believe, but here is Bill "Grandstanding" the crowd while singing "Some Kind of Wonderful!" If you have not seen this in real life, it is something to behold...(but not for very long, as the GOTH look of his make-up is normal!)
Halloween
Kelowna 2009
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We think that political correctness has finally run its course, and Mick has spent an inordinate amount of time in the Caribbean over the past number of years--so here is his tribute to all the Reggae-Masters.
Halloween
Kelowna 2009
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We had to post this picture for 2 reasons:
1. To prove there was a crowd when while we were playing; and
2. There were no appropriate pictures of David, so I had to paste him and his toga into something, lest he cry!
Halloween
Kelowna 2009
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The Pheasant & Quail Pub
November 2009, Kelowna, B.C.
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Truly, you don't have to think hard for a caption of what Mick is thinking at this precise moment:
"Yes, Bill, you are a Sup-a-Stah..."
November 2009
Kelowna, B.C.
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Here he is ladies and gentleman, the consummate bass guitar player and anchor of the Rhythm section, MISTER DAVID SOPEL. We occasionally have to remind him that he can look up as the strings don't change position over time...
November 2009
Kelowna, B.C.
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The Creekside Pub & Grill
October 2009, Kelowna, B.C.
T., server at the Creekside says, "Simply the best band we have ever had in here!"
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We have never claimed to have the most sane or rationale audiences that attend our performances, but we can assure you of one thing....THEY ARE LIVELY and INTERACTIVE!!!
Kelowna, B.C.
October 2009
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While it may not be noticeable in this picture, we can assure you that James Marshall Ross is playing the drums behind David. JMR kept saying all evening that no one better get the bright idea of playing darts!
Kelowna, B.C.
October 2009
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Kettle Valley Tapas Bar & Grill
29 August 2009, Kelowna, B.C.
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Firstly, BILL is there, just off to the right of Mick, something about framing! Secondly, this was taken by SNAP magazine and appeared in the September issue. What follows is the write-up in the magazine:
"...When we arrived at 7:00 the evening was already well underway with diners enjoying amazing looking entrées and enjoying some hot blues and jazz courtesy of The Blue Healers..."
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Otto's Pub, Sandman Inn
May 2009, Penticton, B.C.
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Once again we have the boys on a "Road Trip", but this time playing in Penticton, B.C.. It was great to have such a warm reception and a "hot crowd", who lived by the saying of Mark Twain: "Dance like no one is watching."
Penticton, B.C.
May 2009
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James Marshall Ross (a.k.a. JMR), rarely notices that he is being captured on celluloid (yes, we were not born in the 1990's). Much like he does not notice that he is playing without shoes!
Penticton, B.C.
May 2009
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Mick, in his moment of Zen, realizes that the guitar is merely an extension of his passion expressed through the strings of his soul. Or, he is really getting into his solo...
Penticton, B.C.
May 2009
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If Bill is standing, then he must be ending a set or stretching his long legs! Either way, the crowd was moving, singing, and having a great time.
Penticton, B.C.
May 2009
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We couldn't help to put another picture of JMR in the mix, as the girls seem to like him for some unknown reason?! As well, this is the only shot where our rather expensive "Blue Healer" banner is caught in the background! Live it, Dig it, Be it!
Penticton, B.C.
May 2009
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While Bill was playing the keyboard with his right hand, his left hand was very busy....taking pictures of some of the people who were moving and shaking that night. No, not induced by substance but by the groove of the band!
Penticton, B.C.
May 2009
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A special thanks goes out to "J&S" who came down from the "Central Okanagan" to see the Blue Healers, as they heard from friends the evening before that the Blue Healers were very hot, and should not be missed! And we were!
Penticton, B.C.
May 2009
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The Longhorn Pub
April 2009, Vernon, B.C.
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James, Bill & David sharing a moment before they take to the stage. The crowd didn't know what to expect, and were they ever surprised with the great show they got!
Vernon, B.C.
April 2009
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Mike and Dave look on with awe, as Bill takes a solo and makes it his own! Or, they sit and wonder when his solo will ever end? Either way, the crowd had a great time and so did the band!
Vernon, B.C.
April 2009
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By the smile on his face, you can tell that Mick is winding it up on "Black Magic Woman", by Santana.
Vernon, B.C.
April 2009
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Enraptured in the soul of the moment, Mick bends the strings to "Running Down A Dream", by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.
Vernon, B.C.
April 2009
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Every so often the Blue Healers allow James to escape from the background and let loose on the vocals. Here is JMR belting out "China Grove", by the Doobie Brothers!
Vernon, B.C.
April 2009
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Dave's Bar
October 2008, Kelowna, B.C.
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Dave's Sports Bar in Kelowna, B.C., is where the band made their "World" Debut. Playing for a local children's charity, they helped double the amount of money raised in the previous hour!
Kelowna, B.C.
October 2008
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Blast from the Past
a.k.a. Photos of us from sometime ago....
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David "Gilligan" Sopel, keeping the band alive while playing on the "Bluff". There is nothing like a summer day at a music festival!
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At one point in everyone's life, don't they wish they were a true Rock Star!? Sometimes, a select few actually obtain the dream!
Surrey, B.C., 1985
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Fan Shots
a.k.a. Gratuitous shots of random and miscellaneous people
a.k.a. The people that love the Blue Healers
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What would be if we were not a Rock Band getting cool shots with hot chix? Okay, okay, she is also Amy from Otto's Pub in Penticton. She treated us well, shouted out the songs, and had a great time!
Penticton, B.C.
May 2009
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Keeping on the same track, we had to get a picture with another hot chick, Christine! I don't know how we keep getting so lucky with the women (no, don't read too much into that), but life is great as a Rock Sup-a-Stah..
Penticton, B.C.
May 2009
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Even people who speed along the interior highways of B.C. like the Blue Healers!
Anonymous contributor, anonymous date & time
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Women in cheetah prints LOVE the Blue Healers! Let alone, Bill loves all women in Cheetah prints (ok, women generally!)
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