When PETRIC first played “Band of Brothers” at a smoky Winnipeg bar nearly a decade ago, they couldn’t have known it would become the song that defined their story. It started as a scrappy anthem, written in the middle of long drives and late-night rehearsals, but it evolved into something far greater: a statement of who they are.

Now, ten years later, the Canadian country trio is giving that song the treatment it always deserved. “Band of Brothers” arrives in its ultimate form – bigger, louder and sharper than ever. It’s also the centerpiece of their 10-year celebration, which culminates in a special hometown show at the Burton Cummings Theatre on October 25.

“A few years into performing as a band, this song continued to evolve,” said frontman Jason Petric. “We recorded it on our first EP, but it never felt like we captured what we truly wanted to do with that song. Over the years, we had this burning desire to re-record it, with our live band, and really crank it up.”

The new version, produced by Chris Baseford (Nickelback, Avril Lavigne, Shinedown), pushes PETRIC’s sound into heavier territory. The guitars roar, the rhythm punches harder and Jason’s vocals carry a rougher edge that mirrors the band’s own growth. 

“That’s who we are,” he said. “No pun intended, but we are a band of brothers. We push each other around. We’ve had some pretty good scraps with each other over the years. That edge and aggression is in us.”

Ten years together is a milestone that few independent bands reach. PETRIC’s story is one of small-town persistence – playing weekend gigs in Winnipeg bars for little to no pay, chasing airplay, losing a record deal and still showing up.

“Our band started out playing shitty bars every weekend in Winnipeg for no money,” Jason said. “We had dreams of getting on the big stages, recording records and having them played on radio all around the world. We eventually got a record deal. We eventually lost our record deal. We regrouped and forged on.”

That resilience became the foundation of their sound and the heartbeat of “Band of Brothers.” The song doesn’t just represent where they’ve been. It speaks to how they’ve survived every shift in the industry – and in their own lives.

Over the years, PETRIC has carved out a loyal following across Canada and beyond. With 15 million streams, 12 charting singles and three Top 20 hits, they’ve earned their place as one of the country’s most respected acts.

Their success has also crossed borders. PETRIC’s songs have charted in Australia, introducing their signature mix of country storytelling and rock energy to new audiences. 

“It’s a dream come true,” Jason said. “If you would have told 15-year-old me all this would happen, I would be very OK with that.”

Still, for all the numbers and milestones, Jason said what matters most are the people beside him. 

“The thing that has humbled me the most is the members and family of the band,” he said. “We are family, and to still be able to get some of the opportunities we are getting … we’re very lucky.”

If “Band of Brothers” is a statement of identity, the upcoming Burton Cummings Theatre show is a full-circle moment. For PETRIC, it’s more than another gig – it’s a celebration of everything that kept them together.

“Every opportunity we get right now feels incredible,” Jason said. “We are very lucky to have each other in our lives right now, and a night like the one coming up at the Burt, that’s definitely a symbol of a lot of hard work and commitment to each other.”

The setlist will stretch across their entire career, mixing early fan favorites with unreleased tracks from a new record that brings them “back to their roots.” Jason said the upcoming album will focus on where they come from and who they are as people, even if it doesn’t fit radio’s formula. 

“The stories and the lyrics are going to feel a lot more personal,” he said.

When asked which older song still gets them fired up onstage, Jason didn’t hesitate. 

“The one song we all consistently loved to perform was ‘Band of Brothers,’ which is what led to us wanting to release it as a single,” he said.

That affection runs deep. “Band of Brothers” has followed the group from their earliest shows to major festival stages, serving as a reminder of why they started playing music in the first place. 

“From our first shows in small town bars to big festival stages, ‘Band of Brothers’ has been with us every step of the way,” Jason said. “It’s edgy and a lot more aggressive than any previous release. We’re so excited to finally share this song the way it was always meant to be heard.”

As they mark 10 years together, PETRIC isn’t slowing down. They’re already at work on new material, ready to push their sound further while staying true to their roots. 

“If in 10 years, all of the band members are still able to get on stage and put people in a room, I think that would be amazing,” Jason said. “Chances are one or two of our kids will want to play with us, and that would be really special to be a part of.”

It’s a sentiment that captures everything the trio stands for – family, growth and the sheer joy of playing music together.

When the lights dim at the Burton Cummings Theatre and the opening riff of “Band of Brothers” hits, it won’t just be another performance. It’ll be a homecoming for a song that has carried PETRIC from tiny bar stages to international charts.

They’ve spent ten years rewriting and reimagining what it means to be a band, a family and brothers in music. Now, with “Band of Brothers” finally released in its truest form, PETRIC has come full circle – proving that the songs that shape you never really leave. They just keep growing with you.