Bleeker - The Exchange Folk Fest KICK OFF PARTY w/Blu Beach Band, Cheap Heat
104.9 The Wolf Presents: Bleeker
The Exchange Folk Festival KICK OFF PARTY
Friday, August 7, 2026
The Exchange - 2431 8th Ave
Doors open at 7:30
This is an all ages & licensed event
Tickets on sale at TheExchangeLive.ca now and Vintage Vinyl soon!
Bleeker is an alternative rock band from Orillia, Ontario, recognized for their high-energy performances and knack for crafting infectious, hook-driven songs. Since their debut, the band has earned over 56 million streams, building a dedicated international following with their distinctive sound and undeniable stage chemistry.
Formed by vocalist Taylor Perkins, guitarist and brother Cole Perkins, bassist Mike Van Dyk, and drummer Chris Dimas, Bleeker broke onto the scene with their 2016 full-length debut “Erase You”. The album’s lead single, “Highway,” topped Canadian rock radio, reached the top 10 in the U.S., and gained airplay across Europe. The success of the track earned the band a Juno Award nomination and recognition at the Radio Music Awards.
In 2024, Bleeker released “Messed Up”, which frontman Taylor Perkins described as the band’s most “genuine work to date.” Tracks like “Make It Better” and “Let’s Go” found traction on radio and streaming platforms, with “Let’s Go” emerging as a breakout sports anthem. y playlists in the U.S., Canada, UK, France, Germany, Austria, and Ireland.
Bleeker is currently rolling out new music from their EP “Fuck You I’m Leaving”, which includes the singles “Hey Man” and “Florida.” The EP is slated for release in June 2025, with a full-length follow-up to “Messed Up”scheduled for early 2026.
Blu Beach Band
Hailing from small-town Southeast Saskatchewan, Blu Beach Band is an indie rock group making waves in the Canadian music scene with their blend of ’70s yacht rock and indie pop, a relentless gig schedule, and their laidback, goofy charm. Behind that onstage persona, these childhood best friends work tirelessly on their craft.
https://www.facebook.com/blubeachband
https://www.instagram.com/blubeachband
Cheap Heat
CHEAP HEAT is a rock band from Regina, Sask. They write songs about their hometown and the colourful people who live there, with a sound that blends desert rock and 70s garage, juiced up with a shot of early punk.
https://www.facebook.com/cheapheatsk
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About the Exchange
The Exchange is wheelchair accessible and offers 2 non-gender/wheelchair-accessible washrooms.
The Exchange is an all-ages venue that supports the Safer Spaces Initiative.
We do not tolerate any form of harassment, abusive and/or discriminative behaviour.
Such behaviour is grounds for immediate removal from the event/venue.
If you are experiencing any harassment, please ask to speak to a manager.
Ticket price plus taxes and fees - lineups subject to change - no refunds or exchanges
The Exchange Folk Festival KICK OFF PARTY
Friday, August 7, 2026
The Exchange - 2431 8th Ave
Doors open at 7:30
This is an all ages & licensed event
Tickets on sale at TheExchangeLive.ca now and Vintage Vinyl soon!
Bleeker is an alternative rock band from Orillia, Ontario, recognized for their high-energy performances and knack for crafting infectious, hook-driven songs. Since their debut, the band has earned over 56 million streams, building a dedicated international following with their distinctive sound and undeniable stage chemistry.
Formed by vocalist Taylor Perkins, guitarist and brother Cole Perkins, bassist Mike Van Dyk, and drummer Chris Dimas, Bleeker broke onto the scene with their 2016 full-length debut “Erase You”. The album’s lead single, “Highway,” topped Canadian rock radio, reached the top 10 in the U.S., and gained airplay across Europe. The success of the track earned the band a Juno Award nomination and recognition at the Radio Music Awards.
In 2024, Bleeker released “Messed Up”, which frontman Taylor Perkins described as the band’s most “genuine work to date.” Tracks like “Make It Better” and “Let’s Go” found traction on radio and streaming platforms, with “Let’s Go” emerging as a breakout sports anthem. y playlists in the U.S., Canada, UK, France, Germany, Austria, and Ireland.
Bleeker is currently rolling out new music from their EP “Fuck You I’m Leaving”, which includes the singles “Hey Man” and “Florida.” The EP is slated for release in June 2025, with a full-length follow-up to “Messed Up”scheduled for early 2026.
Blu Beach Band
Hailing from small-town Southeast Saskatchewan, Blu Beach Band is an indie rock group making waves in the Canadian music scene with their blend of ’70s yacht rock and indie pop, a relentless gig schedule, and their laidback, goofy charm. Behind that onstage persona, these childhood best friends work tirelessly on their craft.
https://www.facebook.com/blubeachband
https://www.instagram.com/blubeachband
Cheap Heat
CHEAP HEAT is a rock band from Regina, Sask. They write songs about their hometown and the colourful people who live there, with a sound that blends desert rock and 70s garage, juiced up with a shot of early punk.
https://www.facebook.com/cheapheatsk
______________________________
About the Exchange
The Exchange is wheelchair accessible and offers 2 non-gender/wheelchair-accessible washrooms.
The Exchange is an all-ages venue that supports the Safer Spaces Initiative.
We do not tolerate any form of harassment, abusive and/or discriminative behaviour.
Such behaviour is grounds for immediate removal from the event/venue.
If you are experiencing any harassment, please ask to speak to a manager.
Ticket price plus taxes and fees - lineups subject to change - no refunds or exchanges
Where is it happening?
The Exchange, 2431 8th Ave, Regina, SK S4R 5J7, Canada
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