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In 1975, Cummings continued his award-winning ways, forging a stellar solo career that played to sold-out audiences across Canada and the United States.
He starred in several highly rated television specials and, between 1977 and 1980, earned five Juno Awards for Best Male Vocalist and Best Album, serving as host of the annual Juno gala a record four times. Burton香蕉视频直播檚 1978 album Dream of a Child became the first quadruple platinum-selling album by a Canadian artist.
The talented performer, singer, songwriter and recording artist continues to do what he loves in his own inimitable way.
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Cummings is looking forward to appearing on the Roots and Blues Festival MainStage Saturday night and sending the crowd home happy.
To sample Cummings enduring music and some of his new recordings, go online to rootsandblues.ca, click on the Festival Experience tab, then for this premier event that runs July 25 - 27 at the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds. A detailed schedule features all performers, their music, where and when they will play, along with information on workshops, the Pulk'w Place, whimsical play and much more. And don香蕉视频直播檛 miss the Tuned Up series that ignites Downtown Salmon Arm beginning July 22.
