SPENDO with Michael Averill (Past Event)

SPENDO makes their return to Kelowna. Come witness the award-winning, 2023 Rock The Lake artists up close at Red Bird Brewing.

Based out of Vancouver BC, Spendo is made up of five like-hearted, experienced multi-instrumentalists. Sharing a love for modern & classic rock, they exude a 1970’s California vibe, drawing inspiration from and paying respect to the music of that timeless era.
In 2022, Spendo ventured into “The Great Unknown”, turning heads with their well-received single “Fighter,” followed recently by their second single “Easy to Lie”, both of which were recorded with legendary Canadian producer Danny Craig (Default, One Bad Son) who also produced their second EP “The Great Unknown” released March 11th 2023.

The band’s powerful live performance has led them to many sold out hometown shows. They’ve also landed on some big stages, rubbing elbows with Canadian Rock Royalty (PRISM, 54-40, Daniel Wesley, Jesse Roper, Hotel Mira, Finger Eleven). They were also crowned “Best In Vancouver” 2022 in Live Acts Canada’s annual baele of the bands. These five fine gentlemen have been itching to show the world what they’re capable of, and their long and fruitful journey is only just beginning.

“I believe they have what it takes to get to the next level. They are great people, they have a kick ass show and I believe they’re going places.”

-Mike Fraser (AC/DC, Aerosmith)

“If you are looking for a band that rocks hard – That plays laid back funky grooves as well as heavy blues based grooves – with killer harmonies-, this is the band for you !! The world is in need of a band like Spendo!!!”

-Danny Miranda (Blue Oyster Cult)

Michael Averill is an adventurous Canadian troubadour that dishes well-walked Folk, Roots, and Blues wherever he roams.  He literally walked over 4000 miles of Canada over an 8 year tour titled “I’d Rather Walk,” and has become one of Canada’s most community engaging artists.   

Onstage, Michael’s performance versatility ranges from slick and swampy slide grooves drenched in life’s ass kickery, to hilariously relatable shanties about mismatched socks.  Get ready for an acoustic sizzlin’ wild card that will keep you on your toes.