Chris as JBJ
'jon & richie'
the jump
'david bryan'
'tico torres'
'richie sambora'
'hugh mcdonald'
'jbj'
Keep the Faith is your ultimate high-energy live concert experience to Bon Jovi based out of Toronto, Canada. With two Reader's Choice awards for 'Entertainers of the Year', this band has performed and headlined at many Canadian and US outdoor festivals, theaters, casinos, many clubs and bars as well as weddings, birthday parties, corporate and private functions.
In 2006, JBJ lookalike Chris Newman founded Keep the Faith. Each member has professionally crafted the role to parallel their Bon Jovi counterpart. Whether it's a cozy intimate acoustic setting or a full blown concert with big lights and big sound, Keep the Faith offers a variety of performances to suit your individual needs.
15 reviews
Justin P.
August 24, 2017I caught these guys at a show in Niagara and they were absolutely like the real thing. The costumes were authentic, the look was great and the lead singer had Jon's charisma, look, energy and most importantly the voice!! Think of Jon's voice back in the Crush Era and this is this guys bang on. It was also great he came out into the audience when it was pouring rain and danced and sang with everyone. This act is a definite must see!!!
Hired as: Bon Jovi Tribute Band
Corinne D.
July 9, 2015I'm not a Bon Jovi fan but my daughter became wild for them in 2012 so I took her to a local Classic Car Show to see Keep The Faith in July 2012 for the first time. She was "over the moon" with how perfectly this band captured the sound and the look of Bon Jovi, up close and personal. This was probably the best parenting decision I've made so far in her life. We've now seen Keep The Faith over 20 times, from small intimate venues to large outdoor festivals and even made the trek to Montreal for a Valentine's Day dinner show. This band is comprised of extremely talented musicians that I'd be happy to see perform individually but together they create MAGIC. These guys are always professional yet extremely personable and give their all every time... fans never leave disappointed.
Hired as: Bon Jovi Tribute Band
Margaret F.
May 18, 2015They always deliver the best show possible with many surprises!!
Over the years, I have seen Bon Jovi about 80 times. Over the years, I have seen Keep the Faith many different times at several different venues. Just like the "real" band, it is never the same show twice. KTF always deliver the best show possible with many surprises. You never know what to expect!!
Hired as: Bon Jovi Tribute Band
Ben W.
April 8, 2015Checked out Keep the Faith at Spot 1 in Brampton. The show was so full of energy and was a lot of fun to be a part of. Definitely recommend checking them out when you have a chance!
Hired as: Bon Jovi Tribute Band
Joe P.
April 4, 2015I hired KEEP THE FAITH over 10 years ago when they were starting out
and realized that CHRIS NEWMAN had a special spark that goes way
beyond great vocals. Mr. Newman has got it. KEEP THE FAITH has been
a very consistent show at SPOT 1 GRILL & MUSIC HALL in Brampton and
also RAXX ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX where I ran entertainment for 9 years before Spot 1. This is a band of professionals who are great to work with
and never fail to deliver a top quality performance.
Hired as: Bon Jovi Tribute Band
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes
Unions: AFM
Expect nothing but the best from Keep The Faith. Like Bon Jovi this band leaves it all out on the stage for every show. We have it all from small acoustic to the big full blown concert with lights and sound. Most importantly you will always get your money's worth from professional musicians that are super easy to get along with no attitude and love what they do!
Keep The Faith's amazing musicians that bring it all to life;
Chris Newman Plays the role of Jon Bon Jovi- Lead Singer/ Guitar
Chris began his singing career in a church choir at age 10, and later won a music leadership award as most outstanding voice in grade 8. As the drummer in a high school band, he realized his true passion for singing when he was forced to sing from behind the kit after his lead singer missed a gig due to illness. For years, Chris has been compared both vocally and visually to the Bon Jovi frontman, ultimately leading him to form Keep The Faith in light of his absolute dedication to and appreciation for Bon Jovi. Taking his craft very seriously, Chris creates the ultimate Jon Bon Jovi illusion on stage. Chris delivers the moves, the look, the sound and most importantly the energy that Jon gives in his live shows! His other vocal influences include; Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Steve Tyler, Rik Emmett, Steve Perry, Bruce Springsteen, David Gilmour and Bruce Dickinson, just to name a few.
Dave Bentley plays the role of Richie Sambora- Lead Guitar/ Backing Vocals
Dave hailing from Burlington, Ontario, has been playing guitar since the age of 7, and has performed in many original and tribute bands throughout the Greater Toronto Area, most notably the U2 Project. Taking on the role of Richie Sambora, Dave brings a new excitement to the band with his guitar wizardry and powerful backing vocal. He takes into account every aspect of Richie’s craft to perfection. Dave brings the ultimate visual and vocal illusion to ‘the King of Swing and Master of Disaster” and this new excitement to the band.
Mark Macpherson plays the role of Tico Torres- Drums/ Backing Vocals
Mark is from Brampton, Ontario. He started playing drums at a real early age. He has played in cover and original band over the years. Bon Jovi has always been his favorite since the beginning of the band and now as a member of KEEP THE FAITH, Mark is excited to share the groove to all who love Bon Jovi music.
John Jablonski plays the role of David Bryan- Keys/ Backing Vocals
John Jablonski as David Bryan. John is from Burlington, Ontario and started playing piano at the age of 10 and studied classical piano. He has performed in many original, top 40 and tribute bands in the greater Toronto area. He is pleased to play the role of David Bryan and add the melodic layered keyboard sounds that David provides in Bon Jovi.
Douglas Adams plays the role of Hugh MacDonald- Bass/ backing Vocals
Originally a classically-trained pianist, young Doug picked up the blues bug and a Danelectro bass. Since then he has spent virtually a lifetime playing with various bands on both sides of the border. Doug’s balance of precision and delicate touch is the perfect match for playing Hugh McDonald’s tasteful and distinctive bass lines. Doug has been with Keep The Faith since its inception.
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Whether you are looking to hear radio anthems like livin on a prayer, wanted dead or alive, have a nice day, and it's my life or the diehard fan who wants to hear dry county, hallelujah, roulette, or bloodmoney just to name a few... we play it!
Or you be the boss and craft your own set list for us to play for you.
Do you like covers? well so does Bon Jovi. Inquire about our cover tunes
Are influences include; Bon Jovi, Rik Emmet, Iron Maiden, Dream theater, Foreigner Richard Marx, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Aerosmith and Michael Jackson to name a few
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