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MUSIC: North X North East Fest: The Nils, The Hussy’s, The Sadies

MUSIC: North X North East Fest: The Nils, The Hussy’s, The Sadies

Ladystache a hilariously odd yet sketch comedy troupe at The Lot 100. Walking in to the venue I was confronted with two girls on stage walking around trying to figure out what was stuck up one of their arse. i was intrigued to see what it was about so and before I knew it they had changed to a puppet skit. Behind closed chairs pop up to male puppets both as wonky looking as the other and we have some nice funky dance music to accompany what turned into a the one puppet performing oral sex on the other! it was right out of left felid but super funny! Speaking with the girls after the show they were very calm and very approachable. Allison Hogg and Steph Tolev(both 27)are from Collingwood and Toronto they met in college and started doing improve together . They originally were a group of 4 but 2 fell out and now they are the perfect two!

 

The Hussy’s

The next stop we made was at a Little bar/club on dundas w at Unlovable a very small but kinky bar where the band and customers mingle side by side. The Hussy’s came on and were very confronting, very loud lots of grit! Wow very powerful and unforgiving just the way they like to be. You can feel the passion inside them ,you can see it . At one point I thought the drummer woman was tired or messed up she was going so hard so fast for so long; but she got right back on it just like a jack hammer! loved it ! They make loud n shrill thunderstruck sound -definitely could fill a stadium with their sound-easy. I had to leave to catch my ears running away from me !

 

The Nils

I dropped in briefly to The Bovine to catch a glimpse of The Nils again a very raunchy loud true grit kinda rockin band. The singer Phil Gravedigge the guitar player WAS VERY NICE and approachable. their sound was very loud and semi fast very danceable. The Nils were formed back in the 80’s by Aalex Soria and brother Carlos, both from Montreal were name checked by bands like Meat Puppets, Super Chunk and Jawbox. They performed extensively in the 80’s releasing 2 ep’s and a single album before they broke up due to Alex’s passing in 2004 ; but did not stop them from reforming for their critically acclaimed album The Title is the Secret Song .

 

The Sadies

I stopped to see The Sadies at the Horseshoe a very welcomed band by this venue unfortunately never got to see them perform this time due to false information read. Although I did get to speak with a couple of the members in the back after their show. The drummer Mike Belitsky is from Boston originly but lives in Toronto, Andre Williams is from Chicago he is not a permanent member of the band, Travis Good plays Vocal, guitar and fiddle and Dallas Good is vocals and guitar lives in Peterborough but is originly from Richmond Hill., Sean Dean the bass player is also living in Toronto, all very grungy/swanky musicians. Always great dancing music! Mike played the drummer has played for about 30 yrs

 

Bass drum of Death

I loved this band saw them a great venue The Wrong Bar so loud and heavy very unapologetic damn rights! This band had 2 guitar players and no base player . John Barrett said he writes and composes most of the songs and he doesn’t like the bass . He used to just compose his own music alone and thump his base drum while playing the guitar .They are from Oxford, Mississippi. Colin is the wicked loud Drum player who doesn’t have ot think how he will lose excess water retention. They are touring through Australia in 2012.

 

Dearly Beloved

My last band to see walking into the Velvet Underground was Dearly Beloved fronted by a cute and raunchy woman Niva Chow tapping her feet and slapping her tamborine and what an awesome voice .they came together in 2006 formed by Robb Higgins a singer/song writer, producer, radio show host. He never had plans for to be a commercialized band.

 
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Unwed Mothers (Edmonton, AB)- Blues, Indie, Rock)

Unwed Mothers (Edmonton, AB)- Blues, Indie, Rock

 

The next stop was the Cadillac Lounge to take in a Canadian band, Unwed Mothers, whose name was neat and resonated with me as an unwed mother myself. The lead singer, Julie Adams,a petite woman with long hair told the crowd that she was here in the big city for the very first time. If she was finding the hustle and bustle of Toronto overwhelming it didn’t show in her performance at all. When she opened her mouth to sing, I was impressed by the power behind a voice belonging to such a small person- I always seem to find it hard to anticipate a large voice from a small person even though I have been proven wrong time and time again. Her voice was bluesy and, listening to her, Bonnie Raitt came to mind. The volume on the mic could have been louder, as I found it difficult to decipher the lyrics most of the time. The band, especially the frontwoman, were already quite the crowd favorite for newcomers to the city. I don’t know many people who can afford to fly across the country for a music festival, so either their online presence and marketing are incredible, or the locals quickly welcomed the band with open arms. Julie is quite pretty, which never hurts in the entertainment industry, and when she commented on being parched about five guys jumped to the rescue. Three of them gave up, but she made a point of having a sip from both of the beers in front of her, which I thought was really cute. The petite ‘Unwed Mother’ played rhythm guitar for the first few numbers, but I noticed a keyboard at her side and I was looking forward to seeing when she switched it up. Considering my feeble attempts thus far, it always intrigues me a little to watch someone play an instrument while doing all the singing. When she did switch to the keys, she did so in a rhythm capacity, using her free hand to cup the microphone for a rougher vocal effect. It was a nice change at first, though it made hearing the lyrics virtually impossible, but it hid her voice too much. It made for a modern Janis Joplin sound, in which I could see the attraction and appeal, but it could have been used more sparingly. The fourth number was another original, and very impressive, especially as it was a great opportunity for the songstress to showcase her vocal range and talent. The volume on the mic became far less of an issue when the feedback storm began. For some reason, it suddenly got incredibly loud, and whoever was in charge of sound couldn’t seem to get rid of it. The infamous nails-on-a-chalkboard effect of badly placed feedback became fainter, but never really disappeared. It really was a pity because the song that got cut off when the storm began was really pretty. Some of the earlier numbers were hard enough to scare off the more delicate members of the audience, but I personally enjoyed their overall sound and Julie’s beautiful voice, especially when she sang a few inches away from the mic.

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Jordan Klassen

The El Mocambo was ON FIRE when Jordan Klassen hit the Stage!! Literally. They had to evacuate right after the first song. The evacuation went smoothly, and our cities firefighters showed a great response time. It was only a little kitchen fire though, so they checked to make sure it was out and then hopped back into one of the 8 fire engines out front and drove away. The whole thing took less than an hour, but it was exciting to be there to see it, especially with it not being serious and no one getting hurt!

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Funeral Suits (Alternative) Music Review

Funeral Suits (Alternative)

Funeral Suits (Alternative) When this band took the stage, any assumptions about traditional Irish music went right out the window. Their first song confirmed what their punky/rock clothing said, as it was hardcore alternative. Stylistically, they were reminiscent of Nine Inch Nails, or Marilyn Manson, but with a uniqueness to their sound. The inclusion of keyboards added depth, and sometimes melancholy. At the beginning of the third song, some pretty ominous sounds emitted from the keyboard and remained faintly in the background throughout. The barrage of buttons and effects on the mic and keys were well utilized, creating a plethora of crazy-cool noises within and around the main body of music. The bass behind the following song was huge, with blipping techno noises meeting slow Nine Inch Nails style. I could certainly imagine a niche for this sort of thing, but they aren’t the kind of band that would appeal to the masses. The last song were heard was a complete 180 degree spin from those preceding it; far more mainstream, happy, fun and catchy- I found myself hoping it was the one on the free CD sampler.

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Dominique Fricot Vancouver, BC, Alternative, Folk, Indie, Rock, Soul

Dominique Fricot (Vancouver, BC)- Alternative, Folk, Indie, Rock, Soul

Friday Night brought us back to the El Mocambo for “Music BC Showcase by 102.7 The Peak and Georgia Straight” (Downstairs), and “Music PEI Presents” (upstairs) We travelled first to the west coast of Canada for Dominique Fricot, and I was pleased to see that both the sound and the size of the crowd had improved dramatically. The song we walked in on was a nice, light alternative number, followed by some great R&B bass lines and guitar licks that drew the audience to the dancefloor. The lead male vocalist/guitarist described the next song as a waltz, so I didn’t have a clue what to expect. It turned out to be a beautiful and touching ballad featuring really nice melodies and vocal harmonies. He had quite the vocal range, and was able to adjust his voice appropriately for each style of music. Part way through the set, the band welcomed two more members carrying stringed instruments- a violin and what looked like a cello with a much narrower body. It’s always been a favourite of mine to hear classical instruments in rock/blues groups. There was so much depth and emotion behind the classical strings, it was almost tangible. I was also impressed with how the sets were laid out. Normally everyone playing up and downstairs are on the same schedule, but one started on the hour and the other started on the half hour. It was a great way to enjoy a good half hour a band without having to skip a beat between that and the music on the other floor. Whoever organized that had the right idea, and the whole festival should be laid out as such. There were years it seemed we were always arriving at a venue to watch a band set up or unplug. It can get frustrating!

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Delorentos (Alternative Indie Rock) CMW 2013

Delorentos (Alternative Indie Rock)

Delorentos (Alternative Indie Rock) I couldn’t help but love hearing that distinctive Dublin drawl so close to St. Patricks Day. The music wasn’t traditional, but it was fun and melodic. Though there was a taste of heavier alternative sneaking into the numbers, the music was mellow enough for an older crowd to still enjoy. Their tunes were catchy, both vocally and instrumentally, and pleasing to the ears with lovely harmonies. Each member of the band brought something different, yet equally important to the stage, and the overall sound speaks volumes of the individual talents behind it. As one song ended, it was impossible to know what to expect, but it’s safe to assume you will enjoy whatever it is. Their eclectic styles continue to pleasantly surprise. A wide variety of rhythms appeared throughout the set, many of which had the audience clapping or moving along with the band. The cute Irish boys looked the part, and had the energy and passion us fighting, drinking and partying Irish are known for. The final number, entitled ‘Secrets’ had one of those fun choruses that gets stuck in your head, and you find yourself singing along to a song you are only hearing for the first time.

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Coyote (PEI) Music Review

Coyote (PEI)

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My trusty photographer and I made our way up the stairs in a journey from one end of the country to the other. My experience thus far with East Coast music has been with bands primarily from Nova Scotia, and as my daughter has PEI blood, I was looking forward to seeing what the music from her daddy’s home would be like. It was great-upbeat, with that “East Coast” feel I have always loved. If this band is any indication, PEI is certainly worthy of their own showcase. It looked like the crowd agreed with me, as they surrounded the stage to bop and weave to the tunes. They were a little heavier than most East Coast music I am familiar with, but they managed to do so without losing the friendly, happy party tone. Sadly, it was too loud upstairs- the room isn’t big enough for that kind of volume, and it made it difficult for me to really appreciate the music

Brock Street Mafia Takes the Road to Canadian Music Week

Brock Street Mafia Takes the Road to Canadian Music Week

Over the years, I have found myself focusing on smaller, lesser-known venues in search of the musical hidden-gems of the year. I went a little bigger on the Saturday night of Canadian Music Week this year to check out a new band from Whitby. Brock Street Mafia had their debut CMW performance at likely the most well-known venue in the city after duking it out against other hopeful performers in the second annual “Road to Canadian Music Week”. I always assumed the bands playing the Hard Rock would be those with a year or two of successful festival appearances behind them. This band didn’t have the years behind them, but if they keep doing what they are doing, they will enjoy many years to come. Though they haven’t been together very long, the members of BSM found each other at the perfect time in their lives, ready to create and dedicate themselves to a great band and enjoy the success of their combined talent and love for music. Their first show was on December 1, 2012 at the ATRIA in Oshawa, and already they are quickly becoming a regular feature on the Toronto music scene. Founding members, P$yChloDelic (vocals) and Ryan Denyer (guitar) first joined forces in a previous band that didn’t work out, but they weren’t ready to give up. The two continued writing and jamming while in search of like-minded musicians to add to their sound. It didn’t take long to find Gordie (drums) and Ian Sorenson (bass), at which time P$yChloDelic reconnected with her old friend Kyle Homen (guitar). The rest is a very short history thus far, but it already sounds like these guys (and girl) have been playing together for ages. P$yChloDelic has a great tattoo on her calf, evidence of the rock and roll bursting from her tiny frame, even when she’s sporting stilettos. Her voice and stage presence, however, are anything but small. Her clear but powerful vocals are perfect for the music, and with her charisma and energy, she grabs everyone’s attention and keeps it. The band members lend their own personalities to the writing and performance, keeping each other and the audience on their toes. They are all oozing passion and talent, and obviously love what they are doing together. I actually found myself smiling as the set continued, and audience members who were clearly there to see another act couldn’t help getting into the music of Brock Street Mafia. Their tunes were heavy-in a good way, paving the way for everything from the vocals, melodies and rhythms to stand out and shine. The song November Blue was described as one of their slow songs, and it started out as such, but didn’t stay very slow. The magic though, was that it took on a different, yet equally appealing tone and sound so I didn’t find myself wishing it would go back to the ballad-style. My favorite ballads are by rock bands, and I get annoyed when even Metallica and Guns and Roses pick up the pace during one. In this instance, I wasn’t annoyed at all-I just wanted to hear more. From rock to alternative to punk, the music just got more fun as the set progressed, and the rest of the audience obviously agreed with me. The only complaint I have is that it ended too soon. Brock Street Mafia performed at Sound Academy for “420 Fest”, so i made a point of being there for an encore performance. They weren’t as rushed for time at this show, so we got to hear a little more narration from P$yChloDelic between songs, which just made her that much more entertaining.

AYOH (Chicago, IL, USA)- Alternative Rock

AYOH (Chicago, IL, USA)- Alternative Rock

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I had an issue with the CMW Gig guide regarding a lack of information promoting when this band would actually be playing. I understand that the lineup isn’t always finalized on time, and that there are little surprise appearances here and there, but it puts bands like this one at a disadvantage. The guide listed the band, and the little mini-bio, as well as an appearance earlier in the week at a different venue, but didn’t include their appearance downstairs at the El Mocambo on Thursday night. It was a real pity, because if I had seen the band on Wednesday, I would have loved to see them again before they flew home. The place was almost empty, which could have had something to do with the gig not being listed, and it was a shame because a lot of people would really enjoy this group. The volume was obviously geared toward a packed house, and should have been adjusted accordingly when the sound tech established that the crowd would consist of twenty people rather than two-hundred. Paul and I stayed glued to the front windows (about 60 meters away) and, even there, it was far too loud. The sheer volume was just uncalled for and it caused unnecessary distortion. Had it been adjusted by even 10%, it would have sounded great from the opposite end of the empty bar. Big crowd, or a handful of people, this band put on a great show regardless. They had a clean, modern sound full of enthusiasm and energy. They were really good and clicked as a group. Had I hear the studio version of any one of their songs on a popular radio station, I would have assumed they were as popular and well-known as all the other bands frequenting the mainstream airwaves. I hope they had more of a crowd at their Wednesday gig because they truly deserve a following; that, and a skilled sound-technician! The “ElMo” had been renovated since my last visit and looked a little cleaner and brighter than I remembered. I noticed something funny though- the bathrooms, instead of being labelled “Mens” and “Ladies”, had signs saying “The John” and “The Yoko”. Very creative, I thought, and then I wondered if they had been called that the whole time I had been going there and I was just noticing for the first time.

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