The Raven's Pearl
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ABOUT

The Raven's Pearl (formerly The Rumour Mill) is a Hamilton-based cover band that loves taking great songs from any genre and giving them our own rock-inspired twist. Pop, country, dance, alternative, classic rock—if it's a good song, we'll find a way to make it work our way and our sound.

We cover music from the 1960s through today and play a mix of bars, festivals, private events, legions, and community events throughout the GTA.

We already have a solid lineup of shows booked through 2026 and into 2027, including Burlington Ribfest and several repeat bookings at venues that continue to bring us back.

We're currently looking for a drummer to complete the band. We're after someone who wants to be part of a team and is excited to help us continue building something special. We take the band seriously and always want to put on a great show, but we're also here because we enjoy playing music and having fun together. No egos, no drama—just good people making great music.

Contact Mike here or at 226.220.8050 if you are interested. Updated band website coming soon.

Screen name:
The Ravens Pearl
Member since:
Feb 16 2025
Active within 24 hours
Level of commitment:
Committed
Years together:
2
Gigs played:
50 to 100
Tend to practice:
1 time per week
Available to gig:
1 night a week
Age:
47 years

Influences

The Beatles
CCR
AC/DC
Guns N' Roses
The Killers
Eagles
Fleetwood Mac
Tom Petty
Bryan Adams

Members Of Band

Gin - lead vocals
Mike - rhythm/lead guitars, vocals
Armando - lead/rhythm guitars, backing vocals
Bob - bass, vocals

EQUIPMENT

We're fully equipped for gigs with our own PA system, sound, and lighting. There's a drum kit at the rehearsal space, so you don't need to haul gear to practice. For shows, drummers would bring their own kit.

MUSIC

CALENDAR

We’re kicking off a back-to-back run at the Burlington Legion with a mixed setlist designed to keep the room moving. Expect a blend of classic favourites, modern crowd-pleasers, and dancefloor staples that bring everyone together.

The Burlington Legion always delivers a great crowd, plenty of dancers, and an easygoing atmosphere where the music takes over quickly. Come out for night one, grab a drink, support your local Legion, and help set the tone for a big two-night run.

We’re kicking off a back-to-back run at the Burlington Legion with a mixed setlist designed to keep the room moving. Expect a blend of classic favourites, modern crowd-pleasers, and dancefloor staples that bring everyone together.

The Burlington Legion always delivers a great crowd, plenty of dancers, and an easygoing atmosphere where the music takes over quickly. Come out for night one, grab a drink, support your local Legion, and help set the tone for a big two-night run.

Get ready for a high-energy night with The Raven's Pearl at Forge Bar-BQ! We’ll be bringing an electrifying mix of rock favourites, pop hits with a hard-edged twist, and crowd-pleasing anthems that keep the dance floor moving all night long. From classic singalongs to modern party hits, get ready for a fun, energetic live show packed with powerful vocals, driving guitars, and nonstop entertainment. Come early, grab a table, and get ready to rock with one of Hamilton’s favourite live bands!

The Raven's Pearl is excited to announce that we’ve officially been booked to perform at the Burlington Ribfest — the largest ribfest in Canada!

Join us for an incredible set of live music, great food, and summer festival energy as we bring our signature high-energy rock show to one of the biggest stages we’ve played to date. From classic rock favourites to modern hits transformed into powerful rock versions, we’re ready to keep the crowd singing, dancing, and rocking set long.

We’re honoured to be part of such an iconic Canadian festival and can’t wait to share the stage with an amazing lineup of talent.

Join The Raven's Pearl as we help celebrate 100 years of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 551 in Waterdown!

Enjoy an afternoon of great live music, a BBQ, cold drinks, and a fully licensed outdoor patio as we bring our rock-inspired take on songs from across the decades. From classic favourites to modern hits, we'll keep the party going with something for everyone.

Come out, support a great community organization, enjoy some fantastic food and drinks, and help celebrate this incredible milestone with Legion members, friends, family, and guests.

Back at The 447 Wing — and ready to turn it up.

The Raven's Pearl hits the stage October 16 at 7:00 PM with a full night of classic rock anthems, feel-good hits, and the kind of songs you forgot you knew every word to.

Cold drinks, great company, and wall-to-wall dad-rock goodness. Mark your calendar, grab your crew, and we’ll see you on the dance floor.

What a night the last time we played the Waterdown Legion! The dance floor was packed, the crowd was singing along, and we had an absolute blast.

So let's do it again.

Join The Raven's Pearl for another great night of live music, dancing, cold drinks, and good company. We'll be bringing our rock-inspired take on your favourite songs from across the decades, and we're counting on the Waterdown crowd to bring the energy once again.

If you were there last time, you know what kind of night we're talking about. If you missed it, here's your chance to see what all the fun was about.

We’re back at the Brant Artillery Gunners Club for the third time, and this one feels like coming back to familiar faces and a great room. It’s the kind of place where the crowd is engaged, the dance floor stays active, and the afternoon unfolds naturally into something special.

Expect a mixed setlist with plenty of variety — dancefloor favourites, sing-along classics, and high-energy moments that keep the momentum going. Whether you’ve been with us the last two times or this is your first, it’s another chance to enjoy live music, support your local club, and share a great afternoon with a fantastic crowd.

Private Party - Burlington, ON

We're excited to be returning to the Waterdown Legion for another night of great music, dancing, and fun.

One of the things we love most about playing the Legion is the people. Every time we're there, we're welcomed by an amazing crowd that knows how to have a good time, support live music, and keep the dance floor moving.

We'll be bringing a mix of classics, favourites, and a few surprises—all delivered with The Raven's Pearl's signature rock-inspired style.

Whether you've seen us before or are catching us for the first time, we'd love to see you there.

Past Events

40th Wedding Anniversary Party - Waterdown, ON

Waterdown Legion nights have a rhythm of their own. From the first song, the room starts to move, the dance floor fills quickly, and the energy just keeps building. It’s a classic Legion crowd — friendly, lively, and always ready to dance — paired with a bar that makes it easy to stay awhile.

Expect a night driven by big sing-along moments, nonstop dance favourites, and a floor full of confident dancers who know how to have fun. These shows tend to turn into full-room parties, so come early, bring friends, and be ready to move. Supporting your local Legion never sounded so good.

We’re excited to be back for our second time at the Brant Artillery Gunners Club, and this room knows how to have a good time. Great crowd, plenty of room to dance, and a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere that makes it easy to settle in and enjoy the music.

Expect a high-energy mix of familiar favourites and dancefloor staples, a crowd that isn’t shy about getting up and moving, and an event that builds as it goes. Whether you’re out to dance, sing along, or just enjoy live music with friends, this one always delivers.

Come out, enjoy the music, support your local club, and help make round two even better than the first.

Another night of live music at the Burlington Legion, and these ones always have a special feel. It’s an easygoing, welcoming room where the drinks are affordable, the dance floor fills up fast, and everyone’s there for a genuinely good time.

This is the kind of night where couples, groups of friends, and serious dancers all end up sharing the floor. Expect a mix of sing-along favourites and dance-driven hits, plenty of movement, and that unmistakable Legion energy that keeps people coming back. Come out, enjoy the music, support your local Legion, and make a night of it.

Doors open, music up, dancing encouraged.

We’re back at the Waterdown Legion for another high-energy night of live music, dancing, and a great crowd. This room always delivers — a lively dance floor, friendly faces, and a bar known for its affordable drinks that make it easy to relax and enjoy the night.

Expect a fun, fast-moving setlist packed with songs you know and love, plenty of enthusiastic dancers, and that classic Legion atmosphere where the music, the crowd, and the energy all come together. Best of all, it’s a chance to support your local Legion while enjoying a great night out.

Get there early, grab a drink, and be ready for a full dance floor.

Get ready for a night of great music at Pub 36 on Hess in the heart of Hamilton’s lively Hess Village! Known for its unbeatable pub atmosphere, excellent selection of premium beers, top-shelf whiskeys, delicious food, and friendly staff, Pub 36 is the perfect place to spend your Saturday night.

Join us for our first show ever at Pub 36 on Saturday, March 28, 2026! We’ll be bringing our energy, tunes, and good vibes to the stage. There’s a $10 cover to get in, so grab your friends and come early for great drinks, tasty eats, and a night you won’t want to miss.

We’re back at the Burlington Legion and this one’s all about a great night out with great people. No cover at the door, well-priced drinks behind the bar, and a dance floor that never empties.

Expect a packed setlist of crowd-pleasing classics and modern favourites, a room full of energetic dancers, and that welcoming Legion atmosphere that makes it easy to settle in and stay awhile. Whether you’re there to dance all night or just enjoy the music with friends, this is one of those nights that reminds you why live bands still matter.

Come early, grab a drink, and be ready to move — Burlington Legion always brings out some of the best dancers around.

Get ready Niagara — we’re back at Splash Bar for our third show, and we guarantee this one will be the party of the weekend. Expect a high-energy set filled with crowd favorites and timeless classics that span rock, pop, dance and country - but with our own twist. We’ll be serving up songs from legends like The Beatles, Lady Gaga, ABBA, The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and more — plus some surprises to keep you dancing well into the night. Be sure to join us for a night of music, dancing, and good vibes. Bring your friends, bring your energy — let’s make memories. See you at Splash.

We’re thrilled to be back on stage in our hometown — there’s nothing quite like playing for the community that knows us best. This show is all about great music, familiar faces, and the kind of atmosphere you only get when you’re playing close to home.

We’ll be rolling through the favourites: Fleetwood Mac, CCR, Eagles, Tom Petty, Bryan Adams, Adele, and plenty more — plus a few new additions we’ve been excited to break out. Expect sing-alongs, dancing, and that classic Rumour Mill energy that always makes these hometown nights special.

Come join us for a relaxed, fun night with neighbours, friends, and family. We can’t wait to see everyone and make it another unforgettable evening at the Waterdown Legion!

We’re excited to make our debut at The Block Co. for a night of classic rock favourites and sing-along anthems. Expect a high-energy set packed with timeless tracks you know and love, delivered loud, tight, and with just the right amount of nostalgia.

Doors open at 8:30 pm, with the band hitting the stage at 9:15 pm. Cover is $10 at the door.

Come early, grab a drink, and help us make our first night at The Block Co. a memorable one.

We’re excited to make our debut at the Brant Artillery Club! Join us for an afternoon of live music packed with classic rock favourites, upbeat party anthems, and the kind of sing-along moments that always bring a crowd together.

Our setlist spans decades — from Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, CCR and Tom Petty to modern hits given our signature rock twist. Whether you’re looking to spend time with friends or just love great live music, we’ll be bringing a high-energy show designed to get everyone moving.

Come out, grab a drink, and help us kick off our first show at the Brant Artillery Gunner's Club with a full-on party atmosphere. We’re looking forward to meeting everyone and making this an event to remember!

We're making our first appearance at The Wing, and we’re bringing the full experience with us! We'll be delivering a high-energy mix of classic rock, 90s hits, and timeless anthems that keep the room moving from the first song to last call. If you like live music that feels real, familiar, and just a little dangerous in the best way, this is one you don’t want to miss. Come early, grab a drink, and get ready for a night of great songs, loud moments, and zero filler — this is The Rumour Mill doing what we do best.