The Steadies

About The Band The Steadies aren’t invited to the party - they ARE the party! The Steadies mix explosive pop-rock with reggae, funk and rocksteady influence. This high-energy power trio combines 3-part vocal harmony with dancefloor-proven grooves and radio-worthy originals, create a signature sound they’ve dubbed "island rock". Whether playing festivals, clubs, or events, The Steadies consistently engage crowds of every age, race and gender with their electrifying performances. This year alone, The Steadies have released multiple singles, remixes and a 'Best Of' compilation. Their 4th full-length album is set to drop this year. Expect big things on the horizon in 2024. Frontman Earl Pereira got his rock n’ roll pedigree as a founding member of the established Canadian rock band Wide Mouth Mason. With over 20 years in the music industry, Earl has 3 gold records, 3 JUNO nominations, and a host of other accolades and awards to his name. Rounding out this electric 3 piece is Kurtis Schultz on drums & Chris "Chopper" Valleau on guitar. HIGHLIGHTS "Rock Artist of the Year" - Sask Music 2023 Performed over 950 shows in Canada, Asia and Europe, including opening spots for The Roots, The Wailers, and Ziggy Marley. Performed at numerous festivals & events including Victoria Ska & Reggae Festival 2022, Montréal Ska Festival 2022, Grey Cup 2022 and dozens more across Canada. Showcases at the JUNO Awards, Western Canadian Music Awards and Canadian Music Week. Media features on TMZ, TSN, SHAW, CBC, GLOBAL, CTV, National Post, Chart Attack Magazine, the Globe & Mail, Canadian Musician and radio stations across Canada such as CBC Radio One, The Zone Victoria, CKUA and more. Nominated for a Western Canadian Music Award and a Saskatchewan Music Award for Band of the Year Best Concert of the Year in Planet S Magazine 2022. Performed 33 shows across Canada in 2023 during their Endless Summer Tour including: Islands Folk Festival 2023 Ness Creek Music Festival 2023 (headliner) CFL Labour Day Classic Halftime show 2023 (headliner) Earl Pereira: Lead Vocals Bass Chris Valleau: Vocals Guitar Kurtis Schultz: Vocals Drums ////// About The Steadies' Frontman ////// Earl Pereira got his rock n’ roll pedigree as a founding member of the popular Canadian band Wide Mouth Mason, who had two gold records, three JUNO nominations, and a host of other accolades and awards. Pereira has toured the world, playing over 3000 shows and opening for iconic artists like the Rolling Stones, AC/DC and Nelly Furtado. He was named one of Canada’s top bass players by Canadian Music Magazine and has been featured on MTV, Muchmusic, and the Ryan Seacrest Show, as well as in publications like Rolling Stone Magazine and The National Post. Pereira co-produced and co-wrote Wide Mouth Mason’s entire award-winning catalogue. He has worked with a roster of legendary producers including David Leonard (Paul McCartney, Prince), Joel Van Dyke (Aerosmith, Bryan Adams) and Todd Burke (Red Hot Chili Peppers, No Doubt, Johnny Cash). In 2010, with demand for his side project on the rise, Pereira left Wide Mouth Mason behind (here's a great story discussing his departure from the band) to pursue The Steadies full-time. Awards • 3 JUNO Nominations • 2 Certified Gold Records • 8 Western Canadian Music Awards • 2 Canadian Radio Music Awards • 3 Toronto Exclusive Music Awards • 6 top-20 Canadian radio hits • 3 top-20 MuchMusic video hits • Rock Artist of the Year - Sask Music Discography 2023 The Steadies - Live at Ness Creek 23' 2023 The Steadies - Best of The Steadies 2023 The Steadies - Endless Summer Ft. Kairo Mclean 2023 The Steadies - Champion 2023 The Steadies - Philophobia 2023 The Steadies - Ghosted Ft. Emanali 2022 The Steadies - Come and Get Your Love 2022 The Steadies - Can't Stop Dancin' 2022 The Steadies - Light Me Up feat. SNJÜ) 2021 The Steadies - Two Ft. Alle 2019 The Steadies - Undeniable 2019 The Steadies - Tiro de Leone 2016 The Steadies - Love Revolution 2013 The Steadies - Starcity Shakedown 2012 The Steadies EP (WCMA Nominee) 2008 Mobadass - Island Rock 2006 Wide Mouth Mason - Shot Down Satellites 2005 Mobadass - The EP 2005 Wide Mouth Mason - The Essentials 2003 Wide Mouth Mason - Rained Out Parade 2001 Wide Mouth Mason - Stew 1999 Wide Mouth Mason - Where I Started (GOLD) 1997 Wide Mouth Mason - Self-titled (GOLD) 1996 Wide Mouth Mason - The Nazarene TESTIMONIALS "What a band and what a show!" Nakusp Music Festival Willi Jahnke - President Salmon Arm Bluesfest Planet S Magazine - Craig Siliphant “Earl Pereira and The Steadies have become a much talked about band. With funk-laden hooks and irresistible jams, about band. With funk-laden hooks and irresistible jams, this outfit packs a punch.” Saskatchewan Jazz Festival - Kevin Tobin - Festival Manager “Not only is The Steadies’ crew professional and a pleasure to work with—more importantly the band is first class, and deserves more opportunities to spread their infectious good vibe sound to a larger and diverse audience.” Summer Solstice Festival - Ryan DeAlwis - Festival Producer “The Steadies rocked my aura at Solstice! They made the night. The dance floor was rumbling with strobes of movement and laughter. I couldn't imagine, nor would I want to imagine, Solstice without The Steadies.”