Five Time Canadian
Country Music Award-Winner to perform on Friday, September 5
As an exciting
last minute addition to Horizon Stage’s calendar, Lisa Brokop's concert on Friday, September 5 at 7:30 p.m. doesn't appear in our new season brochure. But who could say no to the
opportunity to present Lisa Brokop?
In a day and age when many artists barely flicker
for a moment before fading out of the spotlight, Lisa Brokop is set to
celebrate 25 remarkable years of singing, songwriting, and performing
professionally. Born in 1973, Lisa’s love affair with performing began when she
very young. Even as a baby, it was clear to her family that she was special—she
was singing before she could talk! Growing up in suburban Vancouver, she joined
her musical mother and brother on stage to perform everything from polkas to
Kenny Rogers’ classics when she was 7. By age 12 Lisa was sitting in with other
Vancouver bands, then went professional at age 15 and joined a touring band. A
year later she began her solo career, releasing “Daddy Sing To Me”, the first
of a string of successful singles from her independent debut album My Love in
1991.
At the age of 19, Lisa landed the lead female role
in the feature film Harmony Cats. The movie, in which she played a
country singer who leaves home in search of a big break in Nashville, proved to
be prophetic. Shortly after filming wrapped, and on the strength of her very
first Nashville showcase, she was signed to Capitol Records.
Lisa released three more albums in the 1990s,
toured, and had a string of hits including “Give Me a Ring Sometime”, “Take
That”, “How Do I Let Go”, and “Better off Broken”. The release of her Canadian
independent album, Undeniable, in
2000, earned her a series of CCMA Awards, including two for Independent Song of
the Year, and three consecutive wins for Independent Female Artist of the
Year. Lisa released albums in 2005 and 2008 and married fellow country
artist Paul Jefferson in May of 2008. The couple began performing and recording
together as The Jeffersons.
Lisa has charted over 20 singles in Canada and the
United States. Her songs have been recorded by Reba McEntire, Terri Clark and
Pam Tillis. Now, as she prepares to release her eighth solo album Lisa is able
to reflect with a perspective that brings a smile to her face. Her musical
journey has included twists and turns and ups and downs – but it’s been a great
ride… and it’s far from over!
Tickets to see Lisa Brokop at Horizon Stage on
Friday, September 5 are $40 for adults, and $35 for students and seniors. Tickets
may be purchased at the City Hall Ticket Centre (315 Jespersen Ave) or by phone
at 780-962-8995 or 1-888-655-9090. Tickets can also be bought online at www.horizonstage.com by clicking on the
‘Tickets’ link.
