Roots Music Report

Sabrina Weeks and Mike Hilliard are a very amusing and talented couple. You can see them fronting their award-winning blues band ‘Swing Cat Bounce’ or performing as their duo ‘Ryan7’ formerly as part the Princess Cruises Entertainment team. But regardless of how you see them, one thing that remains constant with these two is their fabulous musicality, quirky sense of humour, and range of repertoire. They cover songs from the 30s to current times, so it is impossible to not find a favorite.

Sabrina’s voice is beautifully expressive and unique. She effortlessly delivers a song is such a way that it feels like she is singing it just for you. Her voice is uniquely her own but at times is reminiscent of Anne Murray,kd Lang and hints of Karen Carpenter sparkling through now and then.

Mike Hilliard is an insanely talented guitar player and one of the most lyrical players in Canada. His influences include Carlos Santana, Roy Buchanan, and Lee Ritenour so, as you can imagine, his skills span multiple genres. He’s also been known to skillfully deliver a powerful, growly rock vocal.

When attending a performance, expect to laugh out loud, dance in your seats, sing along and get lost in a series of unforgettable moments.

Sabrina and Mike are known for going above and beyond to include the audience in their shows. They regularly take the time to sit and chat with attendees allowing for true friendships to form. Their personalities have brought together music loving folks from across the globe creating a loving community and lifelong friendships.

Awards and Accolades

Their extensive touring and hard work has resulted in several accolades including the following: 

Runner up for a 2014 Blewzy Award 
Winner for 2011 Maple Blues Award - Best New Artist 
Nominated for BCIMA Blues Album of the Year Award 
Voted Pick to Click by Sirius/XM Radio 
Charted in the Top Ten on the global blues RMR charts 
Ranked top 100 on the annual Roots Music Report. 
Voted Top Ten by the Blues Underground Network. 
Voted The Years Best CD by CFBX. 
Voted Top 100 by Real Blues.

What People Are Saying

“Sabrina Weeks and Swing Cat Bounce are a sizzling, scintillating, swinging, soulful band who deliver a first-class show wherever they appear- original and fresh with a new twist to the blues and a dance beat that just won't quit. Their show is a guaranteed crowd pleaser and this gal can REALLY sing! Sabrina is a Canadian treasure in the making.” 

Jack Lavin, Powder Blues 

"Sabrina has more energy than that bunny in the battery commercials.  She also has class, style, sass and smarts.  When she sings, the whole damn room lights up. I could be in love..." 

Richard Flohil, Publicist, Richard Flohil and Associate 

“Sabrina can caress a ballad, shout a mean blues, and swing with the best of them. Sabrina's gift in using her exceptional voice includes the ability to make lyrics come alive. Hearing her is a beautiful experience.” 

Barbara Barnes Sims, Sun Records, 1957—1960