Headlining/backing vocalists blessed with literally decades of experience. Everything from studio work, corporate events, stage productions, church concerts and outdoor festivals, to conferences and tribute shows. Most currently, headlining their own show, ‘Motown-Soul’, and touring it in theatres across Canada to rave reviews.
Marlene and Cathy are first cousins and are rooted in the vocal stylings of Church Gospel music. Singing together since they were very young along with their mothers and family, they currently perform styles that include Gospel, Country, Soul and Blues. Their goal is to always deliver top-notch vocal harmonies, resulting in a joyful and powerful presentation of music.
1 review
Jeff R.
July 8, 2026I'm a music producer and promoter and have been working with the Tonettes for the last 3 years. They have helped to produce my gospel shows and have performed in them. They have also worked with us in producing and performing in our VIP Memphis soul shows. They are outstanding performers who are pleasure to work with on and off the stage. Our audiences absolutely adore them. The feedback over the last two years indicate that these have been the best gospel shows that they have ever attended. I would highly recommend them if you want the very best in these genres.
Jeff Russo
Owner/Crown Production Company
www.crownproduction.ca
Hired as: Gospel Singer, Motown Group
Price range: $600 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 20 - 120 minutes
Our audiences can come expecting a vocally engaging concert that will include a good mix of up-tempo and slow-tempo songs. Moments of both joyful laughter and thought-provoking, soul-searching songs are paramount for us as well. The audience will leave feeling encouraged and maybe even challenged by the song selections.
When hiring the Tonettes you can expect very experienced, professional, joyful, time-consious singers who will endeavour to give you what's expected for your specific event.
Whether a live concert presentation or a studio gig, we will take the time to find out what you are looking for. In turn, we'll do our very best to give you what you are looking for in a professional manner.
Give us a platform or put us behind a studio mic and watch (listen to) us do what we do best; deliver top-notch vocals in the style that you require.
You will not be disappointed.
This is the story of The Tonettes : Marlene O’Neill and Cathy Borges.
First cousins, Marlene and Cathy are not only bound by blood, but by their shared love for music.
Born into a family with a multi-generational heritage of Gospel music and a love for the Lord, their journey into the realm of music started when they were just little (link hidden)eir harmonious voices echoed in the family gatherings, captivating the hearts of all who listened.
As they grew, so did their love for music. They honed their skills, mastering the art of both performing solid lead vocals and supportive vocal harmonies. For them, there hasn’t been a day when they couldn’t hear a vocal harmony.
Their music is an amalgamation of soulful, southern Gospel, old hymns with a fresh feel and worship. Marlene and Cathy have a passion for taking the listener on a musical journey, relying on the Source of their joy to fill hearts and souls with the presentation of the Gospel through music that is familiar yet refreshing. Drawing their audience in with their light-hearted humor.
Their music presentation is about connection. A bond they share with their listeners.
They pour their hearts into every performance, clearly presenting the message of any song. Praying that it will touch lives one note at a time, The Tonettes travel from coast to coast to diverse audiences, exhibiting an expansive musical repertoire.
They’ve made their mark, not just as singers, but as individuals who are committed to their Heavenly Father and grateful for the blessing of their gifts.
The Tonettes desire is to give their listeners a spring in their step and a song in their heart full of joy, hope and gratefulness that only Gospel music can provide.
Generally, for a concert situation, we sing with accompaniment backing tracs so would need a full sound/PA system, suitable for two vocalists, to be supplied.
For an additional fee, we have access to a full 4-piece accompanying band for a more 'live' music experience.
Basically, whatever you require for your event, we can provide (different fee scales pending).
Gospel Singer
