An afternoon of slick guitar licks, powerhouse vocals, and good company with Caitlin & Hiney at Slabtown Cider Co.. Come settle in with some incredible food, cider and other bevvies, and enjoy one of the coolest atmospheres around.
About Us (& Why We’re in Trouble)
The Detention Club is a high-energy, no-rules show featuring a rotating lineup of some of the finest troublemakers around. We don’t take ourselves too seriously, but when it comes to the music? That’s where we lock in. Expect fun, chaos, and a sound that keeps you coming back for detention
again, again and Again.
Being bad never sounded so good…..
Shows
Sponsored By Jo Pillion Realtor of Royal LePage: Frank Real Estate
Join us for the 2026 LAWS Doggie Dash, a fun-filled dog walk to fundraise for the Lakefield Animal Welfare Society! On June 14, 2026 we will gather in the park and kick off the walk together. After, explore a variety of pet and people vendors, enjoy live music, and satisfy your hunger with delicious food from our food vendors. Register as a participant online.
Beachwood Resort will be celebrating its 100th Anniversary, and we would love for you to join us! Saturday, June 20 – arrive anytime after 11AM with live music beginning in the early afternoon and going till the evening. Live Music featuring Rob Phillips, Carling Stevens, Melissa Payne, The Weber Brothers, Caitlin O’Conner & The Detention Club, Beau Dixon, Nicholas Campbell, Jeanne Truax and more!
The Detention Club is hitting the road and heading to Pickering Ribfest to deliver some tasty tunes at the 2026 festival. The ’26 Detention recipe we’re bringing? One Hiney, one Hoffman, and yours truly. Trust us… you won’t want to miss this batch.
The Detention Jug
If you’re into what we’re doing and want to help keep it alive, this is the spot. Every bit goes back into the music, the shows, and the chaos. We appreciate every bit of support.
Swag
Build a bundle! Choose your 3 favourite items for only $10! Choose from: Buttons, Stickers, Guitar Picks or Fabric Patches.
C$10.00
Black unisex adult T-shirts and ladies Tank tops. Detention Club Artwork by Peterborough Artist Liv Presutto.
C$30.00
“Put a Little Love in Your Heart” — live from Market Hall Performing Arts Centre.
One of those songs that reminds us we’re all in this together… and that crowd participation is part of every Detention sentence.
An homage to Fleetwood Mac — “Say You Love Me,” recorded at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre.
A little harmony, a little mischief, and a whole lot of love for the music that shaped us.
Club Mugshots
Always Time for Fun
Shoots
Press Kit
What's The Club?
The Detention Club is a high-energy, genre-blurring band of musical misfits delivering unforgettable shows across Ontario and beyond. With a lineup that flexes from stripped-down solo sets to full-blown 9-piece chaos, every performance is its own kind of riot — rhythm-heavy, vocally rich, and rooted in serious musical chops.
While the band doesn’t take itself too seriously, the music is no joke. Expect tight arrangements, wild moments, and a sound that draws from retro rock, folk grit, and kitchen-party spirit. No two shows are exactly the same — and that’s the point.
Perfect for festivals, concert series, and venues that want talent, energy, and just enough trouble to keep things interesting.
Downloadable Press PDF
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Photos & Reviews
“Most triumphant! These musicians shred with such excellent power, even So-Crates himself would call it a righteous experience.”
— Bill S. Preston, Esq.
“Whoa… their high-energy sound blasts you like the gnarliest power chord ever invented, dude. It’s so epic it practically high-fives your soul. Totally, totally unforgettable.”
— Ted "Theodore" Logan
FAQs:
Q: Why “The Detention Club”?
-because “the responsible, quiet, well-behaved ensemble” didn't test well……and john Hughes.
Q: What kind of music is this?
-It’s a retro-folky-kitchen-party-rock-n-roll-fever-dream with too many drummers and too much fun. You kind of have to see it to believe it.
Q: Is there really a dress code for Detention?
-Just bring your dancing shoes. Or your steel-toe boots. We don’t judge, but we do stomp.
Q: Who’s in the Club?
-Depends who got caught this week. The lineup rotates, but Club President Caitlin O’Connor is always present and accounted for. Different combinations, same Detention sentence.
Q: Can We Sing Along?
-Strongly encouraged. crowd participation is part of the sentence.
Q: Are you a cover band?
- We prefer the term “musically unpredictable.” Originals, reimagined classics, deep cuts, and songs that deserve another spin around the classroom.
Q: what events do you play at?
- Festivals, Theatres, Weddings, Community Events, Coporate Parties, and questionable dance floors. if people are gathering, we're interested.
q: Will there be merch?
-absolutely. Shirts, tanks, stickers, and other official detention materials available at shows and right here on the website.