BIOGRAPHY:

Born and raised in Cape Breton, Bernie learned at a young age that his chosen path was music. This is conveyed in his writing skills and composition. Bernie’s first taste of music stardom was performing on a popular Radio Show Case which allowed him to performed a few songs  which then quickly followed  by a 30 minutes spot on the music series “New Faces” on CBC television.  From there Bernie went on to perform various Maritimes and Canadian Touring activities. In between tours, Bernie wrote the theme song for the “Year of the Irish” which was release as a single with Tommy Makem’s “Canada my own Land.”

The rising star has been improving his talents throughout the years by touring and performing across the Maritimes. Doucette has played the cover music close to his heart, built a loyal fan following and has developed a close knit network of experience music industry professionals of whom have help through his journey. Mr Doucette’s is now adding to his journey with his recording of “THE BEST OF TIMES” released in 2007 and his follow-up CD “PLEASE...GIVE ME PEACE” released a year later.
 

THE BEST OF TIMES


Doucette’s first CD “THE BEST OF TIMES”, released in 2007 includes twelve all original new songs that could have easily been titled versatility, clearly evident upon first listen. According to Bernie, “The variations in the music, seems to have been one of the best parts for everyone involved. This was easily accomplished with a sound that draws from; Pop, Rock, Celtic, Country, and R&B genres. The song writing covers many topics. “Their Ride” is a life anthem. Relationship songs Includes “Don and Mikey”, “We’ve Lasted”, “She’s got the Keys” and “The Sun is on the Rise”. In true Maritime fashion, the story of a lost fishing boat is found in “The Mary Louise”! The first single from “THE BEST OF TIMES”, “LADY ELENORE”, Combines the pain of distant love, with that unmistakable “Roots-Rock Blues” feel. When production decisions were made, Bernie described the process by saying “If you want it to sound the best it can, you had better work with the best you can.” Bernie has achieved this by gathering a who’s - who of music Industry Veterans. “I am really excited about the entire project, especially that I was able to include Juno/ECMA Award Winner Roger Howse on lead guitar. An all-star cast, and a dozen great songs is what awaits you on: “THE BEST OF TIMES” from BERNIE DOUCETTE.
 

PLEASE...GIVE ME PEACE
 

October 2008 a year after releasing his very first CD “THE BEST OF TIMES,” Bernie was back to showcase his song writing skills with his follow-up CD “PLEASE...GIVE ME PEACE”. A 10 song original and once again shows us that this songwriter can go in any direction in music that he chooses. The songs writing covers many subject. “ JR” about the life of an entrepreneur and dreamer. “Bomb Shelter Blues (Private Daniel)”, “The Train Don’t Run Here Anymore”, and “Please... Give Me Peace”, all songs about the reality of the world.
 

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