Dog Leg Dilemma wins spot on Jazz Sudbury stage

Dog Leg Dilemma will return to the Jazz Sudbury stage for the seventh annual jazz festival this September as the winner of the Emerging Artists Showcase.

Jazz Sudbury officially launched the festival June 3 at Oscar’s Grill with an evening of live musical performances from the top three emerging artists from the organization’s online video talent search.

Audiences were immediately energized by the skillful guitar picking of local pair The Sundance Duo.

For the second act, Martine Fortin, accompanied by her band, delighted the audience with her playful flair and sultry vocals.

Ending the evening with a punch, Dog Leg Dilemma displayed their superb chops, delivering an energetic and hard hitting jazz performance that brought audience members to their feet.

While each group displayed tremendous ability and provided superb entertainment, the Toronto based quartet Dog Leg Dilemma was ultimately declared the 2015 Emerging Artist Showcase Winner, a press release said.

“We’ve been pleasantly surprised every step of the way,” said Peter Bull, bassist and band leader. “It has been a real treat to be a part of this, Sudbury is a very warm and welcoming town and we’re looking forward to revisiting in September.”

Dog Leg Dilemma will play the opening slot on the Main Stage of the Grace Hartman Amphitheatre Sept. 11, joining a star-studded weekend of music which includes the likes of Alex Cuba, Steve Hill and Diana Panton.

Early Bird Weekend Jazz Passes are on sale now for $60. For ticket information, full schedule details and performer information, visit jazzsudbury.ca.