Thunderor – The Offering

Canadian rock powerhouse THUNDEROR returns with a stirring new single and music video, “Cape Breton Home,” a Celtic Rock anthem that pays homage to the island roots of frontman JJ Tartaglia. Known for their electrifying blend of heavy metal, pop punk, and rock opera, the band takes a reflective turn with this release, weaving nostalgia and tradition into their signature sound.

“I wanted to write a song inspired by back home, maybe it’s the time passing by, I felt a bit nostalgic and needed something to reconnect me to the island. What better way than with music! And I think in return, Cape Breton also needs a song like this,” says Tartaglia.

The track features a guest performance by acclaimed fiddler Colin Grant, whose work with Rum Ragged earned a 2021 JUNO nomination for Traditional Roots Album of the Year. Grant’s authentic Cape Breton fiddle style adds a rich layer of heritage to the song, grounding it in the island’s musical legacy.

The accompanying video, filmed on location in Cape Breton, captures the rugged beauty and emotional resonance of the place that inspired the song.

“I had a great trip back to shoot the video. It was a full-circle moment,” Tartaglia adds.

Formed in 2020 by multi-JUNO-nominated musicians JJ Tartaglia and Jonny Nesta (Skull Fist), THUNDEROR has quickly carved out a global following. Their debut album “Fire It Up” topped Earshot’s National Loud Chart, and their theatrical rock opera “Thunderor the Musical” premiered at the Toronto Fringe Festival in 2025 to rave reviews.

With “Cape Breton Home,” THUNDEROR continues to evolve, proving that even the loudest bands have a quiet place in their hearts.

Music Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfmVtc8HU1k

Add to your Spotify playlist – https://open.spotify.com/album/3UTjzJzo4teUElvWLgEyjY

Appreciated by fans of Judas Priest, Van Halen, and Saxon, Thunderor‘s releases are available via Boonsdale Records.

CD – https://thunderor.bigcartel.com

For more info: Boonsdalerecords.com/thunderor | Facebook.com/ThunderorOfficial | Instagram.com/thunderor_official | Musicnovascotia.ca/artist/thunderor/

From 2x JUNO-nominated musician/writer JJ Tartaglia comes ‘THUNDEROR’, an epic rock opera musical (in the vein of Bat Out Of Hell, Rock Of Ages) but with a fresh soundtrack of original anthems. Featuring the actual live band and a star-studded cast, THUNDEROR tells a tale of adventure and romance in the face of mortality, hearkening back to the glory days of arena rock, wild and restless, as a young group of would-be rockers head out on an impromptu adventure in a time of danger and hope.

Presented as part of the 2025 Toronto Fringe Festival, the 75-minute show will see a run of 5 dates at VideoCabaret’s Deanne Taylor Theatre in Toronto, performed in the unconventional format of ‘In The Round’ for an intimate and exclusive experience.

“I guess I’m giving my heavy metal dreams a makeover,” says JJ Tartaglia. “It’s been a crazy undertaking, but I’m absolutely stoked about the show we’ve created. I’m truly blessed to have such an amazing cast and team. Expect an unconventional take on musical theatre! In my mind, it combines the best of both worlds, and I hope that it’ll be enjoyed by all.”

The musical score will debut unreleased material from Thunderor’s upcoming concept album ‘Bleed For It’ to be released this fall. Besides the live band of JJ Tartaglia (vocals/drums), Jonny Nesta (guitar) and Anthony Pannozzo (keys), the production is directed by Liam Eric Dawson (director shadow Come From Away), assistant directed by metal concert photographer Rae Chatten, choreographed by Kristen Pepper (Kinky Boots, Cabaret), and features a veteran cast comprising of Georgia Grant (A Streetcar Named Desire), Jamie Elliott (Shrek The Musical), Tristan Hernandez (Rock Of Ages, Peter Pan), and Stephen Flett (Miracle On 34th Street, Hamlet).

Boonsdale Records presents: THUNDEROR

5 shows as part of the 2025 Toronto Fringe Festival
Thu 3rd July – 9:45 pm
Sat 5th July – 7:45 pm
Mon 7th July – 4:00 pm
Fri 11th July – 4:00 pm
Sat 12th July – 5:45 pm

Writer, Musical Director: JJ Tartaglia
Director: Liam Eric Dawson
Assistant Director: Rae Chatten
Choreographer: Kristen Pepper

Starring
JJ Tartaglia (as Bowen)
Georgia Grant (as Kenzie)
Jamie Elliott (as Sheenah)
Tristan Hernandez (as Silverman)
Stephen Flett (as Brother Nuckett)

Band
JJ Tartaglia (Drums/Vocals)
Jonny Nesta (Guitar)
Anthony Pannozzo (Keys)

Venue
VideoCabaret – Deanne Taylor Theatre
10 Busy St, Toronto, ON

More information and tickets are available as of June 4, 2025, at https://www.fringetoronto.com