DAN TAIT
Born and raised in Ontario’s Ottawa Valley, Dan was influenced early on – by his mother’s piano and his older brother’s successful grunge band Sinister Sam. Since moving to BC, his passion for folk music & storytelling, shaped by artists like Bob Dylan and John Prine, truly blossomed.
Dan’s performance style is deeply rooted in storytelling. He blends his natural emotional authenticity with personal narrative and observation to create a deeply connective and moving performance. He guides audiences through a variety of themes, inviting them into a reflective and compassionate world.
Drawing from his roots, he became comfortable with a range of styles. Folk, rock, blues, punk – nothing is ever off the table. Through the years he developed his solo sound as a one-man-band, performing with guitar in hand, harmonica in the teeth, drums on his feet, and his signature soaring vocals.
Dan’s solo recordings span 16 years. In 2009 he released his debut full-length album Alive Today. Produced by brother-duo Sam & Alex Seguin, the record was a showcase of Dan’s budding songwriting skills. In 2014 he released his first ever self-produced & self-engineered single, Brothers, a mournful song in memoriam for his late younger brother.
Since 2024, Dan has been releasing his music in singles with renewed vigor, and has gathered fans from across the world.
Past projects were integral in shaping Dan’s songwriting. He co-founded Tiger Moon in 2012 with his former partner Kasey Graff, and the two carried the band around North America with great success. They released two EPs, and a full-length LP entitled Cariboo & Whiskey in 2017. Tiger Moon became a beloved BC folk act, and were welcomed on stages across the country. They took highlight slots at High Notes Music Festival, Salmon Arm Roots & Blues, Arts Wells, Break Out West, and many more.
He spent a short time writing and performing with rock acts The Onterribles and The Fangles.
He was also a founding & writing member of the Kelowna folk quartet Kentucky Eileen, who found quick success in British Columbia. They undertook a national tour, and found themselves in headline slots at Nest Fest, Mission Folk Festival, Peace Valley Folk Festival, Bella Coola Music Festival, and more. Kentucky Eileen would play their last official show together at Fireside Festival in February 2024.
Besides music, Dan is an experienced actor – he has 4 feature length films to his name, including most recently Puppy Love (2023) and The Founder Effect (2023).
He is a sought-after MC for winter sports, calling Ski & Snowboard events across BC and the USA under the alias Big Chinook. He’s called events broadcast worldwide for BC Snowboard, Canada Snowboard, and the USASA.
Now Dan calls Glenrosa, BC home with his devoted and talented partner, Aidan Mayes, and their friendly cat, Ceviche.
We do have $10 minimum food charge at the venue as we are a food-primary establishment*
Founded in 2001, we've developed a reputation, among artists and audiences alike, as a premium live entertainment venue across Canada and further afield.
Our room is a listening room, which is a rare gem to find. There is no greater gift to give performers than to simply listen. They bring with them years of dedication and we get to enjoy and absorb their creativity. As an audience member, the experience is without parallel, providing an incredibly intimate and unique opportunity to see top talent from Canada, and around the world.
A wide range of musical styles can be seen on the Dream stage. Though they differ in genre, they are united in their skills. Expect to see Jazz, blues, indie, R&B, folk, punk, spoken word, reggae, rock, country, comedy, and more.
A night at the Dream Café includes a warm welcome, great food and an outstanding music experience. Our regulars know that no matter who is gracing the stage that night - the calibre of music and entertainment will be excellent. Thank you for supporting live music, the arts and The Dream Cafê
There's no need to print your tickets, we will greet you at the door with our guest list for the show.
Doors open 6pm (unless otherwise stated). Show starts at 8pm. Kitchen is open from 6-9pm. We are an all-ages venue!
No need for reservations for dinner - your tickets include your table for the evening. Please arrive by 7:15pm to have time to get settled before the music starts.
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Phone: 250-490-9012
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