Emerson Drive are a Canadian Band from Grand Prairie Alberta who had success under the name "12 Gauge"
The Band: Brad Mates - vocals, David Pichette - fiddle, Mike Melancon - drums, Danick Dupelle - lead guitar, acoustic guitar, background vocals, Dale Wallace - Keyboard, acoustic guitar, background vocals, Patrick Bourque - bass guitar.
September, 2007 - won three Canadian Country Music Awards, including best group, at the awards ceremony.
First performance was in August 2001.
September 27, 2007 - Patrick Bourque died suddenly.