This years event was held on May 29, 2011 with six bands donating their time and talents. First up of the night was a band that I have never heard of, The Al Barrett Band, veterns of the music scene this band put on an excellent show. What stands out most in my mind was Comfortably Numb by Pink Floyd but song after song these guys impressed me so much. This band was formed by Al Barrett in 1998 and has gone through many inceptions since then. The current line up is phenomenal. I would go see these guys again in a heartbeat just to hear Sharon Matheson sing. One of Calgary's truly great bands you can find them on the web at www.albarrett.com
Second band of the night Sonic Addiction,I knew who they were but had never had a chance to see them. I was really looking forward to them after hearing some positive reviews through mutual friends. They did not disappoint. Run to the Hills, Detroit Rock City and some kick ass Metallica were my favorites of the night. Wicked band for sure and I will definately be out to see them again! Sonic Addiction was formed in 2006, the current inception of the band has been together since 2009. However all these guys have been playing live music in Calgary for 20 years. They truly are the best band you've never heard of! These guys can be found on facebook on the Sonic Addicton page.
At this point of the night we were promised a special treat and I knew that there was another band on the line up that I had never heard of. The Sick Sick Six..an all-star band of sorts made up of Reed Shimosawa, Jamie Warren and Greg Stang of Bush League, Eddie Tiegs from Project Mayhem on drums. These guys have all played in various bands over the years and threw together a couple songs for us.
Next up Project Mayhem. What can I even say about this band. Opening with Du Hast by Rammstein, these guys never let up, rocking out every song from Johnny Cash to the Ramones and the Proclaimers. Tracy Hayduk herself plays keys for this band. The thing that makes these guys stand out is the versatility that they transition from one genre to another. I will be doing a feature blog about these guys sometime in the near future for sure. The band was formed in 2008 and plays around town at least 2-3 times a month. For further information you can find these guys on facebook, myspace and twitter
Second last band of the evening was one of my very personal favorites..Silentpanic, a local indie-rock original band. If there is a music related benefit or fundraiser in Calgary , you will most likley find these generous and talented guys there. These guys recently took part in the Xposure contest through x92.9 where they made the top ten. I have no doubt in my mind that next year they will win it. On this night they played a new song for us called $1000 a day , as well as a great version of the cover Nights in White Satin.Check out their track Hand me down. Wicked wicked tune, you can find them at www.themusicofsilentpanic.com as well as on facebook.
Last band of the night. Berkley Shea and the County boys, this celtic rock band is so high energy and pure fun! Watching these guys perform is like being transplanted to a Newfoundland kitchen party! Socialables all around. Really enjoyed these guys and i will have to get out to see them again and learn more about them for sure. You can also find these guys on facebook.
Overall this was an awesome event, I am not sure exactly how much was raised for Tracy and Heather but speaking with Tracy at the end of the night I was told the event was a success. The beauty of this kind of event is that it is prime opportunity to check out a bunch of local bands and see what they have to offer, without driving all over the city. As well as raising funds for important causes.
Further events I will be attending and covering for this blog will be the following:
June 2, 2011 (tonight!) Viper Room 302 - 3rd Avenue SW Calgary Bands for Slave Lake, 14 bands of various genre's, minimum $10 donation to get in. Doors open at 6pm , bands start at 7pm.
June 11, 2011 Shooters Bar & Grill 4036 - 26th Street SE WickedAwesome Rock & Roll Fundraiser Ride to Conquer Cancer, 6 band, minimum $10 donation at the door. Event starts at 6:30pm
June 19, 2011 Kings Head Pub 9116 - Macleod Trail S Calgary Bands for Cause. this event will benefit local charities such as Cjay 92 Kids Fund, Women's Emergency Shelter, Interfaith Food Back and the Calgary Humane Society. 24 bands will perform for a minumim $10 donation. Event starts at 2pm sharp.
Hope to see you out and about, if I do, feel free to come say hello to me! Have a great week, keep on rocking!!
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