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Volume 18, Issue 30 | Wed., July 23, 2025
Rock supergroup Toque revealed as Homestand ‘25 headliner Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
The wait is over: River Street Promotions has officially announced that Canadian rock supergroup Toque will headline this year’s Homestand charity concert. The band — known for high-energy performances and nostalgic covers of Canadian rock hits — will take the stage at Ross Wells Ballpark on Saturday, Sept. 6, capping off what’s already being billed as the most diverse Homestand lineup to date. “This all-Canadian rock supergroup is bringing the hits to Ross Wells Ballpark,” River Street Promotions shared, adding, “We’re beyond excited to reveal that Toque is headlining Homestand ‘25!” Toque is composed of seasoned Canadian musicians who’ve shared the stage with acts like Slash, Shania Twain, and Theory of a Deadman. The group includes drummer Brent Fitz, who made a special appearance July 14 at John’s Music to sign autographs, take photos with fans, and give away two free tickets to the show. Homestand ‘25 marks the fifth anniversary of the annual community-driven music festival, which raises funds for local youth mental health initiatives. The event is organized by River Street Promotions, a volunteer-run non-profit that supports wellness through entertainment. Earlier this spring, organizers revealed the first wave of this year’s performers, which includes children’s music legend Fred Penner, Saskatoon’s returning favourites The Steadies, frontier rock trio Elliott Brood, and classic rock icons Streetheart. “With the classic sound of Streetheart, the rousing country of Elliott Brood, and the thrill of Fred Penner, we feel that we are creating an event that literally has something for everyone,” said Laurie Kosior-Pappenfoot, a spokesperson for River Street
Members of Canadian rock supergroup Toque, who will headline Homestand ’25 on Sept. 6 at Ross Wells Ballpark. Photo by: TOQUE/Facebook
Promotions, during the April lineup reveal. Adding Toque to the roster rounds out the bill with a jolt of pure rock energy, giving the 2025 concert a multigenerational appeal for music fans of all stripes. Tickets are on sale now at the Moose Jaw Centre for Arts & Culture, located at 217 Main Street North. Admission is free for children under 12 with an adult ticket, and sponsorship inquiries can be sent to Info@RiverStreetPromotions.com. Since its launch in 2021, Homestand has raised more than $500,000 for the RSP Mental Health Wellness Fund and upgrades to Ross Wells Park. All proceeds support youth across the Prairie South and Holy Trinity Catholic school divisions. To learn more, visit RiverStreetPromotions.com or “River Street Promotions” on Facebook.