Public House

A toast to good times, great songs, and the spirit of the ’70s

Genre: Classic rock, folk-rock, and roots-driven crowd favourites with a heavy ’70s groove.

Band Members:
Dave (vocals, guitar), Anthony,

Established: From Niagara, ON

About the Band:
Public House delivers the kind of music that instantly feels familiar — the songs you didn’t know you missed until the first chord hits. Rooted in the classic rock and folk-rock traditions of the 1970s, their sound blends warm harmonies, driving guitars, and infectious rhythms that invite sing-alongs and spontaneous dancing.

With a setlist inspired by an era when music was soulful, raw, and made to be shared, Public House creates an atmosphere that’s equal parts laid-back and electric. Whether you grew up with these sounds or are discovering them for the first time, this is music meant to be enjoyed together — cold drink in hand, surrounded by friends, and soaking up the festival vibe.

If you’re looking for a band that captures the heart of Back to the 70s and turns it into a live experience, Public House is one you won’t want to miss.

JONESY

Big hooks, bold harmonies, and a stage presence built for festival days.

Genre: Rock, country-rock, and high-energy crowd favourites with a timeless edge.

Band Members: Scott Neilson (vocals), Paul Lalama (guitar), Paul Reid (keyboards), Craig Rewbury (bass), Richard Brown (drums)

Established: Niagara Region, ON

About the Band: 

If you love big vocals, soaring choruses, and the kind of music that makes you forget you’re standing still — Jonesy is your band.

Fronted by Scottish-born vocalist Scott Neilson, whose commanding voice has drawn comparisons to Bono, Jonesy delivers every song with intensity and heart. This is not a background-music kind of show — this is lean-in, sing-out, hands-in-the-air energy.

Guitarist Paul Lalama brings deep musical roots and stage confidence, while keyboardist Paul Reid layers in everything from sweeping orchestral textures to modern electronic elements that give the band its dynamic edge. Anchoring it all are Craig Rewbury on bass and Richard Brown on drums — a rhythm section that keeps the sound tight, powerful, and impossible not to move to.

Jonesy doesn’t just play songs — they create moments. The kind where strangers become a crowd, the crowd becomes a chorus, and the night turns into something you’ll talk about long after the lights go down.

If you’re coming to the Dunnville Mudcat Festival ready for real live energy, this is a set you won’t want to miss.

The Dave Rave All-Stars

Genre: Classic rock, punk rock, rock & roll, party favourites, and iconic Canadian hits.

Band Members: Dave Rave (Teenage Head), Bill Culp, Gary Cozocar, Mark Foley, and Al Newhouse

Established:Featuring musicians from Hamilton, Dunnville, Toronto, and Haldimand County

About the Band:

If you’re looking for a quiet night… this is not the show.

The Dave Rave All-Stars are bringing decades of legendary Canadian music history to the Dunnville Mudcat Festival stage with a set built to shake the waterfront. Fronted by Dave Rave — known to many as the current lead singer of the iconic Canadian punk-rock band Teenage Head — this powerhouse lineup blends high-energy rock & roll, crowd-favourite classics, and pure festival atmosphere into one unforgettable live performance.

Joining him is Dunnville’s own Bill Culp, whose international music career has taken him from Massey Hall to Liverpool’s Cavern Club, alongside a band packed with seasoned musicians who know exactly how to turn a crowd into a party. Expect soaring saxophone from Al Newhouse, driving guitars, explosive drums, and the kind of songs that make people stop walking, start singing, and stay until the final encore.

From Teenage Head favourites and classic rock anthems to surprise moments tied directly to Dunnville’s own music history, this is more than a concert — it’s a celebration of live music, hometown pride, and the spirit of the Mudcat Festival’s 50th Anniversary. Bring your friends, and get ready for one of the biggest live music moments of the weekend.

From lively performances to packed crowds along the river, Music on the Grand has created unforgettable moments for our community year after year. Enjoy a look back at some of the highlights from past festivals.