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The Grapes of Wrath were a jangly alternative folk-pop quartet formed in Kelowna, British Columbia, in 1983 by brothers Chris Hooper (drums) and Tom Hooper (bass), along with vocalist/guitarist Kevin Kane (later adding keyboardist Vincent Jones). In 1984, they signed to Nettwerk Records and relocated to Vancouver where they recorded a four-song self-titled EP that earned the band some initial local exposure. 1985's full-length September Bowl of Green, however, gave them national recognition and critical acclaim. Ready to make a stab at the U.S., they enlisted the help of Tom Cochrane (ex-Red Rider) for production of the follow-up, Tree House. Though it failed to break big, it did yield a hit single in Canada with "Peace of Mind." Subsequent singles and two more albums, Now and Again (1989) and These Days (1991), did well in their homeland but earned little sales elsewhere. In 1992, Kane left the band and the remaining members went on to become Ginger. Ginger released Far Out on Nettwerk in 1994 (released in the U.S. in 1995) and followed with Suddenly I Came to My Senses in late 1996. Kevin Kane released a solo album, Neighborhood Watch, in 1996 for On/Off Records in Canada.In early 2000, Grapes of Wrath reunited as a three-piece, featuring original members Tom Hooper and Kevin Kane along with a new member, drummer Matt Brain.
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Kevin Kane... Unplugged, Live and on Video!

Exclusive footage of Kevin's live performance at the Wellington Centre for Performing Arts Music Festival on the cosy evening of May 16, 2009... keep watching as more tunes are added from his set!1. T...
Posted by on Sat, 23 May 2009 14:55:00 GMT

Return of the Grapes!

The Grapes of Wrath are planning to reunite! Yes, it's true. Details are sketchy thus far but at least two shows are planned in BC for early July.Check out the Official Grapes of Wrath MySpace page ...
Posted by on Mon, 18 May 2009 14:27:00 GMT

More Tom Hooper dates!

Victoria B.C. Irish Times Pub: May 11,12,13 Bard and Banker: May 18,19,20,25,26,27
Posted by on Thu, 07 May 2009 22:58:00 GMT

Tom Hooper Live Dates!

Mission B.C.: April 9 Clarke TheaterVictoria B.C.:April 10 Macpherson Playhouse TheaterNanaimo B.C:April 11 Port Theater----------------------------------------------------- --------------------------...
Posted by on Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:40:00 GMT

Rare Grapes footage!

I don't know where koenig1999 got this footage but it's well worth a watch.The Grapes Of Wrath 'What Was Going Through My Head" Quebec City. June 1990.The Grapes Of Wrath 'Backward Town' Live at Ontar...
Posted by on Sat, 04 Apr 2009 21:33:00 GMT

Grapes of Wrath REUNION at 54-40 Show (Mar 28'09)

Tom and Kevin reunited!I can't believe I missed this!
Posted by on Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:32:00 GMT

Kevin Kane Live in Central Canada!

Tuesday, May 5 - Maxwell's Music House (Waterloo)Wednesday, May 6 - Rivoli (Toronto)Thursday, May 7 - London Music Club (London)Friday, May 8 - Moonshine Cafe 9 (Oakville)Saturday, May 9 - Drake Hotel...
Posted by on Sat, 28 Mar 2009 16:07:00 GMT

If I Needed Someone (Beatles cover)!

Well, it's finally here, folks! A digital version of the rare and much sought after "If I Needed Someone" cover that appeared on early version of the September Bowl of Green LP. It's ripped off the ...
Posted by on Sat, 21 Feb 2009 22:49:00 GMT

Rare Grapes recording coming soon...

Keep your eyes on this blog...
Posted by on Sun, 15 Feb 2009 12:15:00 GMT

Kevin Kane, Grammy nominee?

Kevin's 'Lighthouse' album has been nominated for a Grammy Award! Check out his blog... http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view& friendID=38533262&blogID=443542252
Posted by on Sun, 26 Oct 2008 07:53:00 GMT