Ohtis singer/songwriter Sam Swinson gives heartfelt dedication during End of the Road secret set

Though the heavens opened, crowds drew nearer as the band’s reflective, darkly humourous signature protected against the downpour. Before closing the set, Swinson prefaced final performance “Runnin” with a sincere dedication: “This song was written about Adam [Pressley] while I was in treatment,” referring to his recovery in rehab. “It’s about me wanting to be a better friend to him, and a better person.”

Addressing his bandmates, he said, “You’ve both been there for me for a long time. You are the two best friends I could ever have.”