Brampton – Musician and author IAN THOMAS rose to international fame with his 1973 hit song, “Painted Ladies”. During an illustrious career he’s earned a JUNO Award, the prestigious UNICEF Danny Kaye Humanitarian Award, and the SOCAN National Achievement Award for songwriting. His songs have had additional success with international artists such as Bette Midler, Santana, Manfred Mann, America, Chicago, …