Meet Doug Robb
Western Canada’s dynamic singer-songwriter and acoustic entertainer who transforms any venue into an unforgettable musical experience. This isn’t your typical melodic acoustic performer. With a powerful 4½ octave vocal range and over 30 years of musical expertise, Doug delivers energetic interactive acoustic shows that get entire crowds singing along.
Musical Style
His comprehensive repertoire includes:
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- Original music – Powerful, upbeat songs with unforgettable lyrics, melody and soaring vocals
- Classic Rock anthems
- Table-Tapping Irish melodies
- Timeless crowd-pleasers
- Country Dance favourites
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Current Projects
His recent work includes creating the theme song “Friday Night Main Event” for BHE1 in partnership with the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation. Drawing inspiration from legendary songwriters including Richie Sambora, Brian Adams, and Billy Joel, Doug is currently working on a solo acoustic album set for release in 2026, with existing material available on Spotify.
What Makes Doug Different
This isn’t your typical melodic acoustic performer. His energetic and interactive approach reads every room perfectly, adapting energy levels and song selection to match your audience. Whether it’s a mountain resort evening or an energetic brewery celebration, Doug delivers exactly what your crowd needs to feel connected and engaged.
Events Doug is Perfect For
Corporate events, private parties, pub entertainment, brewery nights, resort entertainment, fundraisers, festivals, and any gathering where you want guests talking about the experience long after the last song. Booking Doug means booking guaranteed audience engagement, professional reliability, and those magical musical moments that turn any event into a celebration.
Musical Journey & Experience
Formerly the Frontman for Canadian Recording Artists Sins of Omission, .50 (Point Five Oh) and Ministry of Zen, Doug Robb has made a name for himself across Canada. With a 4 1/2 Octave vocal range his powerful voice has been compared to Steve Perry (Journey), Sammy Hagar (Van Halen) and Bobby Kimball (Toto).
With 4 successful cross-Canada Tours in support of Commercial Radio releases of I Reign (2006), Fade Away (2006), Forever and a Day (2008), Another Ride (2010), Lift (2010), Anthem (2011) and 3 appearances at the INIC Showcase during Canadian Music Week (2009, 2010, 2012), Sins of Omission and Ministry of Zen were buzz bands with plenty of momentum. They earned direct support slots for household names like Our Lady Peace, I Mother Earth, David Wilcox, Helix, and Edwin & The Pressure.
Now Doug is a full time artist and musician fronting numerous projects including the frontman for Edmonton’s Premier Band Powerhouse, new original project Karma Klash and 200+ shows annually as a solo singer-songwriter / acoustic entertainer.
Musical Journey & Experience
Formerly the Frontman for Canadian Recording Artists Sins of Omission, .50 (Point Five Oh) and Ministry of Zen, Doug Robb has made a name for himself across Canada. With a 4 1/2 Octave vocal range his powerful voice has been compared to Steve Perry (Journey), Sammy Hagar (Van Halen) and Bobby Kimball (Toto).
With 4 successful cross-Canada Tours in support of Commercial Radio releases of I Reign (2006), Fade Away (2006), Forever and a Day (2008), Another Ride (2010), Lift (2010), Anthem (2011) and 3 appearances at the INIC Showcase during Canadian Music Week (2009, 2010, 2012), Sins of Omission and Ministry of Zen were buzz bands with plenty of momentum. They earned direct support slots for household names like Our Lady Peace, I Mother Earth, David Wilcox, Helix, and Edwin & The Pressure.
Now Doug is a full time artist and musician fronting numerous projects including the frontman for Edmonton’s Premier Band Powerhouse, new original project Karma Klash and 200+ shows annually as a solo singer-songwriter / acoustic entertainer.
The Heart Behind the Music
Music has been Doug’s heartbeat since he was four years old, dancing around the living room to Irish Rovers songs. What his parents probably thought was just a hyper kid, was actually something magical happening inside him—the beginning of a lifelong connection to music’s power to move people. When he received his first guitar at fourteen, the real moment that changed everything happened in the backseat of his parents’ car while quietly singing “Careless Whisper” to himself. When both parents turned around with shocked expressions, Doug knew he had something special.
Finding His Voice Through Loss and Love
Music poured out of Doug naturally—he started writing songs without even realizing his gift for it. When his father passed away in 1992, instead of breaking him, the loss pushed him toward his musical dreams and launched his professional career. Years later, when his daughter unexpectedly came into the world, everything changed again. Becoming a father meant putting music on the back shelf and spending ten years in the corporate world to provide for her, but music truly stays with you forever.
The Call Back Home
Even in boardrooms and meetings, Doug could hear melodies calling him back. Two and a half years ago, when his daughter turned eleven, he made the bold decision to throw away that corporate safety net and dive back into music full-time.
The Heart Behind the Music
Music has been Doug’s heartbeat since he was four years old, dancing around the living room to Irish Rovers songs. What his parents probably thought was just a hyper kid, was actually something magical happening inside him—the beginning of a lifelong connection to music’s power to move people. When he received his first guitar at fourteen, the real moment that changed everything happened in the backseat of his parents’ car while quietly singing “Careless Whisper” to himself. When both parents turned around with shocked expressions, Doug knew he had something special.
Finding His Voice Through Loss and Love
Music poured out of Doug naturally—he started writing songs without even realizing his gift for it. When his father passed away in 1992, instead of breaking him, the loss pushed him toward his musical dreams and launched his professional career. Years later, when his daughter unexpectedly came into the world, everything changed again. Becoming a father meant putting music on the back shelf and spending ten years in the corporate world to provide for her, but music truly stays with you forever.
The Call Back Home
Even in boardrooms and meetings, Doug could hear melodies calling him back. Two and a half years ago, when his daughter turned eleven, he made the bold decision to throw away that corporate safety net and dive back into music full-time.
