Burt Block Party presented by Leopold’s Tavern kicks off Aug. 14 with Dean Brody, Owen Riegling, Hailey Benedict, and Brandi Vezina. Night sponsor QX104
Since his debut single “Brothers” hit the US Top-40 back in 2008, Dean has become one of the most beloved Canadian country artists of his generation. A passionate storyteller and unmatched lyricist, Dean has risen and continues to remain at the top of the Canadian country landscape with an impressive 34 Top-10 singles (including 8 #1s), 18 CCMA Awards, 2 JUNOs, more than 425+ million global streams and numerous gold and platinum certified singles (including 1 triple platinum and 3 double platinum). He currently holds the title of the most consumed Canadian country artist since 2020. Dean Brody will be joined by Owen Riegling, Hailey Benedict, and Brandi Vezina.
Now, with over 180 million global streams, it is clear Owen Riegling is maintaining his unstoppable pace and making his mark on the music industry. He topped 1.6 million monthly listeners on Spotify. Owen is now a 2x CCMA Award winner with over 140 million global streams, he tore through 103 shows in 2024 including his debut Canadian headline tour, The Old Dirt Road Trip.
2023 was a monumental year for Hailey Benedict, culminating in her victory at the SiriusXM Top of the Country competition. Benedict introduces her next chapter with the single “Things My Mama Says,” her first release with Big Loud Records/Local Hay.
Brandi Vezina is making waves with her bold storytelling and unapologetic grit. A proud Métis artist from Manitoba, Brandi’s music blends heartfelt narratives, modern country influences, and emotional depth.Her upcoming EP, Grit & Glamour, drops June 6, a powerful collection of songs rooted in identity, resilience, and rebellion.
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