The Odds frontman Craig Northey belting out lyrics to an enthusiastic crowd during the final night of the 2025 Jubilee in New Glasgow, on Aug. 3. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle contentThe 2025 edition of the award-winning Nova Scotia music festival – The Jubilee – wrapped up on Sunday (Aug. 3) at Glasgow Square in downtown New Glasgow. The three-day festival was headlined by some of Canada’s most iconic acts as well as some earning their way towards an equally lofty status.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentArticle content Lead guitarist Dave Genn (left), Matt Johnson (drums), David Osbourne (organ, saxophone, harmonica), Neil Osbourne (vocals, rhythm guitar), and bassist Brad Merritt form one of Canada’s most beloved bands – 54-40. The group is pictured on stage as the headliners for the final night of the 2025 Jubilee in New Glasgow, on Aug. 3. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle content Canadian music icon Carole Pope performing on the last night of the 2025 Jubilee. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle content Lance Pratt (left), Justin Johnson, and Steve Bellefontaine of Lance and the Mallards opened Sunday night’s four-acts set at the 2025 Jubilee. Photo by Richard MacKenzieArticle content All acts at the 2025 Jubilee music festival were Canadian, including Fefe Dobson, who hails from Scarborough, Ontario. Photo by Aidan Rawding /The NewsArticle content Roxy and the Underground Soul Sound, a Halifax soul-funk band, brought their energy to the New Glasgow waterfront on Aug. 1. Photo by Aidan Rawding /The NewsArticle content Daniel James McFadyen kicked off the Jubilee on the evening of Aug. 1. Photo by Aidan Rawding /The NewsArticle content 54-40 frontman Neil Osbourne kept the Jubilee audience revved up as the band went through its catalogue of memorable hits. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle content Murray Atkinson of The Odds shines on stage at the Jubilee. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle content Pictured just as the sun was starting to set, a jubilant Jubilee crowd enjoying Carole Pope and Band’s set. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle content The crowd-pleasing Lance and the Mallards on stage at the 2025 Jubilee in New Glasgow, Aug. 3. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle content 54-40 rocked the Jubilee stage playing such hits as One Day in Your Life, Nice to Luv You, and She La. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle content The Odds – Murray Atkinson (left), Pat Steward (drums), Craig Northey, and Doug Elliot – provided a perfect lead-up to the night’s headlining act, and fellow western Canadians, 54-40, during the final night of the 2025 Jubilee Aug. 3. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle content Along with several more recent songs, Carole Pope performed a few Rough Trade classics such as High School Confidential and All Touch. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle content Justin Johnson of Lance and the Mallards rocking out at the Jubilee. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle content The Jubilee audience as Canadian rockers 54-40 close out the 2025 Jubilee on Aug. 3 in downtown New Glasgow. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle contentArticle content
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