ENTERTAINMENT & SPECIAL EVENTS
If you’re looking for some music to spice up your time in Westport, The Cove is the place for you to set yourself down. We bring in the best we can find and keep a healthy mix on rotation. From Blues to Jazz, Rock to Folk, Country to Bluegrass, Soul to Funk, we love it all. In the warmer months, larger performances and full band shows take place on our Lounge stage while solos, duos and small groups play to the patio crowds. When it gets cooler, all shows happen in the Lounge.
Always best to call ahead for reservations so you have a seat too! 613.273.3636
To discuss a gig, please email thecoveinnwestport@gmail.com with your name, number, email, web/social media links, particular dates you might want to play and anything else we might need to know about you. We appreciate your request but know that we can only book a limited amount of acts. Thank you for your understanding.
Check out our CALENDAR of EVENTS below for the next show! Click on the MONTH to view monthly listings.
June 2022
HEAD OVER HEELS (Acoustic Folk/Blues/Jazz Duo, Gananoque)
Kevin and Vanessa Head are Head over Heels, an acoustic guitar/vocal duo from the Kingston, Ontario area. Veteran singer-songwriter-guitarist Kevin and his wife vocalist Vanessa (aka Miss V), perform a diverse mix of Kevin’s original music and interpretive covers of Roots,Jazz, Classic Rock and Contemporary tunes. Their musicianship, harmonies and playful onstage rapport has endeared them to many audiences in Eastern Ontario. Head Over Heels have been performing every Sunday for the past 11 years at The Cove Inn in…
Find out more »TUESDAYS with ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back in…
Find out more »July 2022
ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back…
Find out more »HEAD OVER HEELS (Acoustic Folk/Blues/Jazz Duo, Gananoque)
Kevin and Vanessa Head are Head over Heels, an acoustic guitar/vocal duo from the Kingston, Ontario area. Veteran singer-songwriter-guitarist Kevin and his wife vocalist Vanessa (aka Miss V), perform a diverse mix of Kevin’s original music and interpretive covers of Roots,Jazz, Classic Rock and Contemporary tunes. Their musicianship, harmonies and playful onstage rapport has endeared them to many audiences in Eastern Ontario. Head Over Heels have been performing every Sunday for the past 11 years at The Cove Inn in…
Find out more »JASON KENT (Rock & Roll, Montreal)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHBkFNY5cGs Having grown up to the sounds of folk music, 60’s Brit pop, 1970’s singer songwriters and good old fashioned American rock ‘n roll, Jason Kent brings you timeless songs from the last 50 years. A lover of songs, melody, instruments and everything that goes into making music, Kent has made and played on numerous records, toured around the world and has a recorded catalogue of over 350 songs. This first edition of the Rock ‘N’ Roll Alphabet will start with The band “America” ending…
Find out more »SEAN PINCHIN (JUNO Nominated Master Acoustic Slide Blues!!!, Toronto)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTj6BT-fcfI A 2017 Juno Award nominee for his recent CD "Monkey Brain" Sean is a not only a brilliant slide guitarist he’s got a great voice and writes inspired, powerful songs. He plays acoustic as well as electric Rockin’ Blues – you’ll be getting the latter at this show with his full band behind him. Sean and his band played at The Cove as part of the Blues on the Rideau Series in 2017 and is making his return to…
Find out more »ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back…
Find out more »HEAD OVER HEELS (Acoustic Folk/Blues/Jazz Duo, Gananoque)
Kevin and Vanessa Head are Head over Heels, an acoustic guitar/vocal duo from the Kingston, Ontario area. Veteran singer-songwriter-guitarist Kevin and his wife vocalist Vanessa (aka Miss V), perform a diverse mix of Kevin’s original music and interpretive covers of Roots,Jazz, Classic Rock and Contemporary tunes. Their musicianship, harmonies and playful onstage rapport has endeared them to many audiences in Eastern Ontario. Head Over Heels have been performing every Sunday for the past 11 years at The Cove Inn in…
Find out more »JACK STEELE (Country)
Up and coming Country singer Zach Steele is in the house for a special party. Catch him croon some old Country ballad chestnuts and some new and classic upbeat Country sing-alongs as well!
Find out more »TUESDAYS with ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back in…
Find out more »CHRIS MURPHY (Solo of Turpin’s Trail)
Back by popular demand, Chris Murphy of TURPIN'S TRAIL (Kingston/Perth Road Village, East Coast/Folk/Celtic) is back! Chris is from Turpin's Trail is the Kingston-based quintet of Chris Murphy, Jon McLurg, Brian Flynn and Noah St.Amand. Having played concerts and festivals across Ontario, Turpin's Trail has shared the stage with artists such as Murray McLauchlan, J.P. Cormier, and Leahy. Tight harmonies and acoustic instrumental accompaniment (guitar, mandolin, banjo, Irish Bouzouki, ukulele, Bodhran) bring out the beauty and energy in their original…
Find out more »ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back…
Find out more »HEAD OVER HEELS (Acoustic Folk/Blues/Jazz Duo, Gananoque)
Kevin and Vanessa Head are Head over Heels, an acoustic guitar/vocal duo from the Kingston, Ontario area. Veteran singer-songwriter-guitarist Kevin and his wife vocalist Vanessa (aka Miss V), perform a diverse mix of Kevin’s original music and interpretive covers of Roots,Jazz, Classic Rock and Contemporary tunes. Their musicianship, harmonies and playful onstage rapport has endeared them to many audiences in Eastern Ontario. Head Over Heels have been performing every Sunday for the past 11 years at The Cove Inn in…
Find out more »TUESDAYS with ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back in…
Find out more »YOUNG PETTY STONES: The Music of Neil Young, Tom Petty & The Stones
https://youtu.be/gMMdYodYqZE Young Petty Stones brings together four musicians who share a deep respect for the most sacred of rock ‘n roll. This is music from the boys who gave you The Night is Young: The Music of Neil Young, Four Petty: The Music of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, The Rolling Stones Rock & Roll Revue and Early Bird: A Nod to the Music of Eagles! All members sing! From B-Sides to Hits! Featuring Seamus Cowan on bass (Spoon River, Bullmoose, The High Dials, Tom Savage,…
Find out more »YOUNG PETTY STONES: The Music of Neil Young, Tom Petty & The Stones
https://youtu.be/gMMdYodYqZE Young Petty Stones brings together four musicians who share a deep respect for the most sacred of rock ‘n roll. This is music from the boys who gave you The Night is Young: The Music of Neil Young, Four Petty: The Music of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, The Rolling Stones Rock & Roll Revue and Early Bird: A Nod to the Music of Eagles! All members sing! From B-Sides to Hits! Featuring Seamus Cowan on bass (Spoon River, Bullmoose, The High Dials, Tom Savage,…
Find out more »HEAD OVER HEELS (Acoustic Folk/Blues/Jazz Duo, Gananoque)
Kevin and Vanessa Head are Head over Heels, an acoustic guitar/vocal duo from the Kingston, Ontario area. Veteran singer-songwriter-guitarist Kevin and his wife vocalist Vanessa (aka Miss V), perform a diverse mix of Kevin’s original music and interpretive covers of Roots,Jazz, Classic Rock and Contemporary tunes. Their musicianship, harmonies and playful onstage rapport has endeared them to many audiences in Eastern Ontario. Head Over Heels have been performing every Sunday for the past 11 years at The Cove Inn in…
Find out more »TUESDAYS with ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back in…
Find out more »JEFF CALLERY (Acoustic Folk/Rock, Brockville)
Jeff has been playing music for more than half of his life. He hit the road young playing with his band in bars, fairs, festivals and theaters all over the province of Ontario, Quebec and New York State. He won the ‘99 NY State Tru Value Country Star Search, the ‘07 NY State Colgate Country Showdown and placed in the National Semi-Finals of that same contest in West Virginia. His sound fits somewhere between James Taylor, John Mellencamp and Blue…
Find out more »JOHN WILBERFORCE (Acoustic Folk/Rock, Kemptville)
John is a singer/songwriter/entertainer from the Kemptville, Ontario area. He has been playing and writing music for the last 25 years and can play a number of different instruments. John is known around the area as a bass guitarist and, as well as performing his solo acoustic show, is currently playing with the band Buckledown and a duet called The Standby Brothers. John has played with bands such as The Campfire Boys, URBAN - a tribute to Keith Urban, The…
Find out more »HEAD OVER HEELS (Acoustic Folk/Blues/Jazz Duo, Gananoque)
Kevin and Vanessa Head are Head over Heels, an acoustic guitar/vocal duo from the Kingston, Ontario area. Veteran singer-songwriter-guitarist Kevin and his wife vocalist Vanessa (aka Miss V), perform a diverse mix of Kevin’s original music and interpretive covers of Roots,Jazz, Classic Rock and Contemporary tunes. Their musicianship, harmonies and playful onstage rapport has endeared them to many audiences in Eastern Ontario. Head Over Heels have been performing every Sunday for the past 11 years at The Cove Inn in…
Find out more »August 2022
JACK STEELE (Country)
Up and coming Country singer Zach Steele is in the house for a special party. Catch him croon some old Country ballad chestnuts and some new and classic upbeat Country sing-alongs as well!
Find out more »TUESDAYS with ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back in…
Find out more »CAMERON WYATT + ISABELLA NICOLE (Indie Soul/Folk)
Born in Ottawa, Cameron has called the lakeside city of Kingston home for almost ten years. With a classical music background, Cameron chose to pursue music full-time in Kingston and immersed himself in the thriving independent music scene. He is passionate about music and lyric creation and tours with the Canadian alt-rock band Kasador as the lead guitarist and vocalist. He is also a guitar teacher and keeps busy with session guitar playing for local artists and friends in various styles.…
Find out more »HEAD OVER HEELS (Acoustic Folk/Blues/Jazz Duo, Gananoque)
Kevin and Vanessa Head are Head over Heels, an acoustic guitar/vocal duo from the Kingston, Ontario area. Veteran singer-songwriter-guitarist Kevin and his wife vocalist Vanessa (aka Miss V), perform a diverse mix of Kevin’s original music and interpretive covers of Roots,Jazz, Classic Rock and Contemporary tunes. Their musicianship, harmonies and playful onstage rapport has endeared them to many audiences in Eastern Ontario. Head Over Heels have been performing every Sunday for the past 11 years at The Cove Inn in…
Find out more »MATT DICKSON (Acoustic Classic Rock, Perth)
Matt plays with heart and sings with soul. He is a true entertainer. You will be taken on a musical journey like no other! Come hear hits from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and beyond! Over the years, Matt has played with Lanark/Leeds area bands: Burnin’ Bad, The Lucky B’s, Beatlejuice and The Commuters. Whether playing drums or guitar, his 30+ year career shows in his performances and his interactive style and sense of humor brings fun for all! Reservations Preferred!!! COVID Protocols in effect.…
Find out more »TUESDAYS with ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back in…
Find out more »JASON KENT (Rock & Roll, Montreal)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHBkFNY5cGs Having grown up to the sounds of folk music, 60’s Brit pop, 1970’s singer songwriters and good old fashioned American rock ‘n roll, Jason Kent brings you timeless songs from the last 50 years. A lover of songs, melody, instruments and everything that goes into making music, Kent has made and played on numerous records, toured around the world and has a recorded catalogue of over 350 songs. This first edition of the Rock ‘N’ Roll Alphabet will start with The band “America” ending…
Find out more »ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back…
Find out more »HEAD OVER HEELS (Acoustic Folk/Blues/Jazz Duo, Gananoque)
Kevin and Vanessa Head are Head over Heels, an acoustic guitar/vocal duo from the Kingston, Ontario area. Veteran singer-songwriter-guitarist Kevin and his wife vocalist Vanessa (aka Miss V), perform a diverse mix of Kevin’s original music and interpretive covers of Roots,Jazz, Classic Rock and Contemporary tunes. Their musicianship, harmonies and playful onstage rapport has endeared them to many audiences in Eastern Ontario. Head Over Heels have been performing every Sunday for the past 11 years at The Cove Inn in…
Find out more »MELLOW LILLY (Folk, Kingston)
With the release of her debut EP “Infinite Night Stand” in 2009, it became clear Mellow Lily was going places. In fact, going places is what drives her music. Her songs are shaped by her travels. Her music will take you to the places she’s been and the things she’s seen along the way. As a frequent musician for Via Rails’ ‘Artists on Board’ program, Mellow Lily possesses the ability to take you on a virtual tour of the country…
Find out more »TUESDAYS with ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back in…
Find out more »HEAD OVER HEELS (Acoustic Folk/Blues/Jazz Duo, Gananoque)
Kevin and Vanessa Head are Head over Heels, an acoustic guitar/vocal duo from the Kingston, Ontario area. Veteran singer-songwriter-guitarist Kevin and his wife vocalist Vanessa (aka Miss V), perform a diverse mix of Kevin’s original music and interpretive covers of Roots,Jazz, Classic Rock and Contemporary tunes. Their musicianship, harmonies and playful onstage rapport has endeared them to many audiences in Eastern Ontario. Head Over Heels have been performing every Sunday for the past 11 years at The Cove Inn in…
Find out more »SPENCER SCHARF
https://youtu.be/1jROwsEJhdM “You know the Blues; it makes me feel alright,” sing the rich and smooth tenor vocals of Ottawa-based Spencer Scharf. His versatile Folk and Blues sound can be heard on a variety of musical instruments: 6-string, 8-string and 12-string guitars, a resonator, cigar box, banjo, mandolin, ukulele, piano/keyboards and hard driving harmonica. Spencer’s ability to read the crowd gets him invited back to many venues and private events, as he chooses melodic and intricate instrumentals, belting Blues, or anything…
Find out more »TUESDAYS with ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back in…
Find out more »NO PRINCIPALS with BALFOUR + CAMPBELL (Folk)
Dave Balfour is a real and vivacious musical personality! He reels you in! He has been the MC of Stewart Park Festival in Perth for 18 years and hosted the Wednesday night jam at O’Reillys in Perth for over 10 years, bringing in a mix of young and old local talent each week. Each week Dave and guests would play a for a few hours of acoustic magic and mayhem with weekly new material keeping musicians on their toes. This larger…
Find out more »HEAD OVER HEELS (Acoustic Folk/Blues/Jazz Duo, Gananoque)
Kevin and Vanessa Head are Head over Heels, an acoustic guitar/vocal duo from the Kingston, Ontario area. Veteran singer-songwriter-guitarist Kevin and his wife vocalist Vanessa (aka Miss V), perform a diverse mix of Kevin’s original music and interpretive covers of Roots,Jazz, Classic Rock and Contemporary tunes. Their musicianship, harmonies and playful onstage rapport has endeared them to many audiences in Eastern Ontario. Head Over Heels have been performing every Sunday for the past 11 years at The Cove Inn in…
Find out more »TUESDAYS with ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back in…
Find out more »September 2022
HEAD OVER HEELS (Acoustic Folk/Blues/Jazz Duo, Gananoque)
Kevin and Vanessa Head are Head over Heels, an acoustic guitar/vocal duo from the Kingston, Ontario area. Veteran singer-songwriter-guitarist Kevin and his wife vocalist Vanessa (aka Miss V), perform a diverse mix of Kevin’s original music and interpretive covers of Roots,Jazz, Classic Rock and Contemporary tunes. Their musicianship, harmonies and playful onstage rapport has endeared them to many audiences in Eastern Ontario. Head Over Heels have been performing every Sunday for the past 11 years at The Cove Inn in…
Find out more »TUESDAYS with ERIC UREN (Acoustic Folk/Roots)
https://youtu.be/4HNZLpJ2tIQ Eric Uren has been performing in clubs and pubs across Canada and Europe for over 25 years. His straightforward, honest delivery of well-known songs by artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Johnny Cash and Steve Earle connect with audiences of all ages. He is a warm and personable performer who excels at creating a friendly, social atmosphere wherever he takes the stage. He was in London, ON for a few years and now he is back in…
Find out more »STEVE MARRINER BAND (JUNO winner) – THE POND MUSIC SERIES
STEVE MARRINER BAND Steve works with and always stellar, all-star lineup including the likes of Jimmy Bowskill of The Sheepdogs and Glenn Milchem of Blue Rodeo among others! That Steve Marriner has accomplished as much as he has in the past decade, remains a story that continues to impress on a variety of fronts and for a variety of reasons. Simply put, it is nothing short of astounding that this Ottawa-raised, Toronto-based musician has driven, guided and participated in so…
Find out more »TERRY GILLESPIE (Canadian Blues Reggae Legend!)
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=MX2732NqQ18&t=14s Terry Gillespie - Bio Terry Gillespie has sometimes been called a musical shaman, Canada's king of roots music and even Mr. Groove — and all for good reason. There is no showboating, no over-the-top guitar pyrotechnics. His live performances are both laid back and powerful and passionate; entertaining and captivating in a way that allows his audience to become involved as listeners — or dancers, all responding to the groove. “Going back to the days of Ottawa’s criminally…
Find out more »< NIGHTLY LIVE MUSIC + EVENTS CALENDAR >
EVERY SUNDAY with HEAD over HEELS (Blues/Folk/Jazz Acoustic Duo, Gananoque) 5-8pm
EVERY TUESDAY with ERIC UREN (Folk/Rock, Westport) 5-8pm
EVERY WEDNESDAY with RACK ‘n TUNES + OPEN MIC with SHAWN McCULLOUGH & FRIENDS (Country/Rock…or whatever you want to play!) Perform and get a chance to win a Guitar from Long & McQuade Music of Kingston. 5-8pm