New Michael Vallely CD: Circus Songs

If you prefer variety in your music, then Circus Songs, the incredible latest disc from local singer/songwriter Michael Vallely is for you.  Recently nominated for a Hamilton Music Award, the album deftly explores a lot of musical territory.


Though always grounded in the folk/roots tradition, the songs range from pop, Celtic, Country, a touch of Reggae and even a little bit of Rap.  Michael handles it all with distinctive vocals, outstanding songwriting and a wonderfully twisted sense of humour.

Joining him on this unique musical venture are a few amazing local talents such as Tomi Swick, Andrea Unger, Randall Hill, Danny Lockwood, Amy King, Bob Doidge, Colin Lapsley, and Sahra Featherstone

You can pick up the CD at any of his live show or download it through iTunes.

Video below courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers.



Links: More Michael Vallely Stories, More CD Releases

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New JP Riemens and the Fabulous Barflies CD: No Filter

No Filter is an apt name for the new album from JP Riemens and the Fabulous Barflies.  Recorded live in Barry Mac's living room, the no-nonsense, warm, organic feel is evident from the very first note.

The local singer/songwriter's phenomenal storytelling shines in this immediate state.  The heartbreak, joy, love and sadness in the songs stand out when they are laid bare.

The Fabulous Barflies (Brian Griffith on guitar, Carrie Ashworth on bass, and Danny Lockwood on drums) do a stupendous job of eaving a mix of jazz, blues, county and folk to JP's emotional tales.

This must-have collection is available for download on eMusic and iTunes. Physical copies can be picked up at JP's magnificent live shows.

Check out the video below



Blast From the Past: JP Riemens CD - Dirty Sunset

Links: JP Riemens, More JP Riemens Stories, More CD Releases

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News Roundup (Trevor Howard, Tyler Wilson, Danny Lockwood, Zeppelin)

Craig Chandler/University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University Communications

Local

• Kevin's Barbershop podcast w/ Trevor Howard (Ghosts of Memphis)
  
  

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World

• Robert Plant finds lost Zeppelin tracks
• Rock Hall of Fame 2014 nominees announced
  

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Funny/Weird Stuff

• Extinct Lizard (pictureed above) named after Jim Morrison

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Blasts from the Past

• 2009: Videos-Chris Chambers@Beaver and Bulldog
• 2010: Harlan Pepper CD-Young and Old
• 2011: Kirby EP-Into the Dark
• 2012: News Roundup (Melissa Bel, Blind Mule, Rodeo Kings, Brock Zeman, Felicia McMinn, Buddy Guy)

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Featured Videos 



Links: Tyler Wilson Band, More Tyler Wilson Stories, Video courtesy of Tyler Wilson, More covers and stories by the Band



Links: Danny Lockwood, More Danny Lockwood Stories, Video courtesy of rwhmoto, More Johnny Cash Covers/Stories

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Debut Tuba4 CD: To the Head (+ Videos)

If you love your music on the jazzy side but want a little extra kick to it, Tuba4's debut CD, To the Head is for you. Together, they create a sound that blends lounge, funk, swing, and much more.

Tuba4 is a trio consisting of music veterans, Bruce Tournay (vocals, keys), Jay Burr (tuba), and Danny Lockwood (drums). The disc also has special appearances by local guitarists Mark LaForme and Mike Daley.

Highlights include the extra funky Suck it Up and Overbite (Girl in the Corner) as well as a killer version of Little Richard's Tutti Frutti.

The CD is available at their live shows (including a weekly Monday night gig at Cat N Fiddle)

Below are a few peromances from their CD release party at the Cat N Fiddle on September 26, 2011.









Click here for Tuba4's YouTube page

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Blues With a Feeling@Leander Boat Club (June 4, 2011) Part 2

This show was a fundraiser for scholarships in honour of the late legendary King Biscuit Boy.

Click here if you can't see the videos.











More from the Show

• Part 1
• Jack De Keyzer Band
• Photos

Links: Danny Lockwood, Cameo Blues Band, Fathead, Jack de Keyzer, More from Blues With A Feeling

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Blues With a Feeling@Leander Boat Club (June 4, 2011) Part 1

This show was a fundraiser for scholarships in honour of the late legendary King Biscuit Boy.

Click here if you can't see the videos.











More from the Show

• Part 2
• Jack De Keyzer Band
• Photos

Links: Danny Lockwood, Cameo Blues Band, Fathead, Jack de Keyzer, More from Blues With A Feeling

More from this show to come . . .

Trickbag @ Buddy's Roadhouse (April 9, 2011)

Click here if you can't see the videos.





More Band covers/news stories



More Rolling Stones covers/stories



Danny Lockwood joined the band on drums for a few tunes.





Links: Trickbag - More Trickbag Stories - More King Biscuit Boy Covers/Stories

The Augusta Strip on Thursday, December 30, 2010

There is a lot of music going on near Augusta street downtown every Thursday. Here is a sampling.

Click here if you can't see the videos.











Links: Downchild (Chuck Jackson) - Jesse O'Brien - Robin Benedict - Alfie Smith - Brian Griffith - Chris Caddell

New Kim Koren CD + Release Party

Dundas singer/songwriter Kim Koren's new album, Raven Heart, is an amazing evolution of her previous work.

As always, the melodies are superb plus her voice is powerful and warm. In this collection though, she has increased the musical energy.

Not only can Kim really rock out (If There's a Way, She's Got) but she can also be wonderfully delicate (Where Are You Living Now and the lovely lullabye, Spiders and Snails). There is even a bit from a tape recording of herself at 5 years old singing Let There Be Peace on Earth.

Joining this talented musician are her husband Frank Koren (guitar), Mark McIntyre (bass), Danny Lockwood (drums), and Colin Lapsley (Wurlitzer). As well, the CD has appearances from Lisa Winn, Steve Strongman, and Amy King. Local rock legend Tom Wilson also lends a hand by co-writing the great title track.

The CD is available at her shows and through iTunes.

Links: Kim Koren Site - Frank Koren Site - More Kim Koren Stories - More Frank Koren Stories

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New JP Riemens CD: Dirty Sunset

Local singer/songwriter J.P. Riemens recently celebrated his brand new CD: Dirty Sunset. Even after many releases, JP has managed to bring fresh new ideas to his sound.

While still in the country vein, the disc manages to seamlessly incorporate folk, rock, a touch of blues, a bit of jazz and more. On top of everything else, JP's incredible lyrics add depth to whole proceedings.

On this disc, you'll find great toe-tappers (Roosevelt's Dancehall, This Girl Don't Cry) and slow, sweet songs (All Grown Up, Six Feet Under).

The amazing Brian Griffith lends his talented guitar-work to the CD. He's joined by Carrie Ashworth on bass, Danny Lockwood on drums, Eric Bouchet on keys, and Michael Fonfara on Hammond organ.

The disc is currently available at his shows.

To commemorate the new release, JP performed with Brian Griffith at the Cat N Fiddle on September 2, 2010. Below are a few videos - the first is a song from the new album.

Click here if you can't see the videos.









Links: JP Riemens - More JP Riemens Stories

Carolina Blue: A Tribute to Michael O'Brien @ Corktown (August 29, 2010) Part 3

Click here if you can't see the videos.

Steve Strongman (guitar), Jack deKeyzer (guitar, vocals), Danny Lockwood (drums), Nick Nickafor (bass), Jesse O'Brien(keys)



Later on they were joined by John Till (Janis Joplin) (guitar, left), Sonny Del Rio (sax)





Then Harrison Kennedy (vocals) joined in for a few numbers.





Links: Michael O'Brien - Jesse O'Brien - More Jesse O'Brien Stories - Jack deKeyzer - More Jack deKeyzer Stories

Click for Part 1 - Click here for Part 2

Carolina Blue: A Tribute to Michael O'Brien @ Corktown (August 29, 2010) Part 2

Click here if you can't see the videos.

John Till (Janis Joplin) (guitar left on 1st four songs), Jack deKeyzer (guitar, vocals on 1st 4 songs), Danny Lockwood (drums), Nick Nickafor (bass), Jesse O'Brien (keys, vocals on Watching the River Flow), Steve Strongman (guitar on Watching the River Flow)












Links: Michael O'Brien - Jesse O'Brien - More Jesse O'Brien Stories - Jack deKeyzer - More Jack deKeyzer Stories
Click for Part 1 - Click here for Part 3

Carolina Blue: A Tribute to Michael O'Brien @ Corktown (August 29, 2010) Part 1

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John Till (Janis Joplin)(guitar left, vocals on Buried Alive in the Blues), John Mays (Fathead)(vocals, 1st 3 songs), Danny Lockwood (drums), Nick Nickafor (bass), Jesse O'Brien (keys)









The band was later joined by Steve Strongman (guitar) and Harrison Kennedy (vocals)





Links: Michael O'Brien - Jesse O'Brien - More Jesse O'Brien Stories
Click here for Part 2 - Click here for Part 3

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New Open Mind CD + Release Party

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of their debut, the recently reunited Hamilton duo (Chantal Chamberland and Cynthia Kerr), Open Mind released Over Oceans - a wonderful disc of reworked classics and new songs.

This is their first recording in 16 years. The title is an apt one as it was recorded across continents (Kerr is now based in Australia) using the latest technology.

The end result isn't cold and mechanical though. Each song has the great pop/folk sound the band was famous for in the 1990s. It runs the gamut from catchy (Why, Open Hands) to soft and sweet (Touch the Water, Wishful Thinking), and everything in between. There are even a few middle eastern and Spanish elements in the mix as well.

Click here for song samples from the album.

The disc is available at CD Baby and iTunes.

Below are videos from the CD release at the Westside Concert Theatre on June 26, 2010. They were joined by Dan Lockwood (drums), Mark McIntyre (bass), Amy King (keyboards), and Bob Doidge (guitar/percussion).

Click here if you can't see the videos.





Links: Open Mind Site - More Open Mind Stories

New Jack De Keyzer Live CD: The Corktown Sessions

Local Blues superstar, Jack De Keyzer has released an impressive recorded-in-Hamilton live CD. "The Corktown Sessions" was recorded at the popular live venue on May 1, 2009.

Jack performs a number of his greatest tunes (Blues Thing, Engine Trouble, King of the Blues) and some choice covers (Signed Sealed Delivered, Hold On I'm Coming, Rock This House, and More)

Both Jack's stunning guitar work and incredible voice are in full display here. Funk, soul, boogie and good old fashioned Rockin' Blues are.

All throughout the performance, his first-class band matched De Keyzer's energy and skill - Alan Duffy (bass), Hamilton's Danny Lockwood (drums), David McMorrow aka Groove Doctor (keys)

This amazing CD is available at his shows and through Indiepool.com.

Links: Jack de Keyzer, More Jack De Keyzer Stories

Jack deKeyzer Band - Boston Manor (July 31, 2009)

The band (click on name for link): Jack deKeyzer (guitar/vocals) - Al Duffy (bass), Dave McMorrow (keyboards) - Danny Lockwood (drums) - Chris Murphy (sax)

Links: Jack de Keyzer, More Jack De Keyzer Stories