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Apocalypstic
Ottawa, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
“You guys need to sin more! Delicious Sin is a great track.” – Ralph Murphy, award-winning songwriter, Nashville.
“I really like these girls!” – Simon Wilcox, award-winning singer-songwriter, Los Angeles.
“Destined for top 40 radio!” – Scott Lear, Virgin Radio
“Apocalypstic is on the verge of mainstream success.” – Capital Xtra Magazine
Apocalypstic is a 5 piece all-girl pop band based in Ottawa, Ontario, Can...
ClassX
Windsor, Ontario Won on 1/27/2012
ClassiX is an in your face rock band hailing from Windsor, ON. By combining an array of influences from the 80s/90s Manchester Rock Scene to modern musical influences such as Cage the Elephant, Oasis and MGMT, ClassiX has melded into a unique sound that is taking Southwestern Ontario by storm. ClassiX has shared the stage with National acts as Default, Crash Karma & Bleeker Ridge. Other accomplishments include their "Young & Reckless" music video entering rotation on Much Music. Most recentl...
CRUTCH
St Catharines, Ontario Won on 11/19/2011
From St. Catharines, ON. CRUTCH brings a new edge and sound to music. Armed with an arsenal of influence, and attitude they are taking the Niagara Region by storm!
Winning the 2011 Niagara Music and Arts Expo Battle of the Bands, Playing on 91.7 Giant FM Live To Air, earning a Niagara Music Awards Rock Group of the Year Nomination, making the top 10 of 97.7 htz fm's picks of the top local indie bands during their 25th anniversary part contest are just a few of the bands accomplishments....
Drew Leith and The Foundation
Cambridge, Ontario Won on 12/3/2011
The Foundation was formed early in 2008, when brothers Drew and Ryan Leith decided to culminate their musical knowledge into one common focus. Working on many original songs mixed with a few unique takes on some more well known covers, The Foundation was well on its way to making its splash onto the scene.
When Ryan decided to move to the great white north of Ontario for a brief change of pace, Drew pressed on, cutting the first self titled EP "Drew Leith".
Recording at Rattlebox st...
Echowide
Castleton, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
We Just Played @HardRockToronto #CMW via @Supernovacom. LIVE Footage Now Available! Next Stop #ElMocambo Apr.28th Pls LIKE™ Share™ & RT™ We Reciprocate!
Fault of Mine
London, Ontario Won on 2/24/2012
Fault of Mine is a London based rock band. They are currently in the early stages of their musical journey. The first of many to come, "Seeing Blind" EP was released Feb 19th it breaks free from conformity and adapts a unique intensity. Fault of Mine has been described as passionate and driven music, utilizing heart pounding rhythms, rich melodies, and heartfelt words from a weathered soul. This passion is displayed through their active stage presence, and unique style. Currently playing ...
FITZY
Toronto, Ontario Won on 2/17/2012
Reverberating a raw, classic rock sound, FITZY is a rock act founded by a Toronto FireFighter who, when he is not fighting fires and saving lives, is a 14 year music career veteran accompanied by highly skilled, experienced musicians that blend the styles and influences of bands like The Rolling Stones, The Black Crowes & Bon Jovi.
Recording and touring across Canada and the USA has enabled him to work with a multitude of international recording acts and perform in many well-known establi...
Francisco Cream
Kingston, Ontario Won on 12/16/2011
Francisco Cream is a three-piece indie/alternative band from Kingston, Ontario. The group got together in late July of 2011, beginning with small shows in local venues and slowly working their way onto the music scene. Eventually they began opening for touring bands and winning Battle of the Bands-type events, such as the Supernova "Road to CMW" event that secured them a spot in Canadian Music Fest.
Foster Medeiros (percussion) and Bea Keeler (guitar and lead vocals) played together in Be...
Grain
Edmonton, Alberta Won on 12/16/2011
Grain is a recently formed band from Edmonton in the tradition of such legendary bands as Zeppelin, GN'R, Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots and other bands of the classic, alternative and current rock genres. Grain features the distinctive voice of Glen "Shag" Conley on vocals, the electrifying lead guitar work of Alex Moore, the precision rhythm guitar of Blair Charbonneau, the aggressive, yet elegant bass guitar artistry of Aaron Knudson and the thunderous drum technique of Jason Berg. ...
IRON KINGDOM
Surrey, British Columbia Won on 2/16/2012
A Traditional Heavy Metal band from Surrey, B.C. Canada bringing back the classic sounds of 70s and 80s Metal. Inspired by groups such as Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Blind Guardian, The Scorpions,and Rush. This group was re-formed in 2011 by Chris Osterman, along with Amanda Osterman and Leighton Holmes. Chris brings star power and is an exhilarating guitarist with a wide vocal range that leaves audiences wanting more. Amanda (Chris' sister) has been classically trained, laying the refined be...
Kilroy Was Here
North York, Ontario Won on 11/24/2011
We all had superpowers, when our quest to vanquish evil got us trapped in this strange dimension. So, we decided to be productive.
- Kilroy
Kim Wexler
London, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
Growing up in London, Ontario, Kim Wexler started playing guitar at the age of ten and singing even earlier. She began writing music when she bought her first acoustic guitar when she was fourteen, and "Showers" was her first song, written later on in her songwriting career.
She won the opportunity to record at Trackfire Studios in London (a three song demo) through a coffee house at her school. This opportunity got her musical career started with quite a large leap into the industry.
...
Lucky Louise
London, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
Lucky Louise are a new rock band out of London. Since fully forming in late 2010, the band has played many shows in London, Windsor, and surrounding areas and were the winners of Last Band Standing 2011 hosted by Norma Jean's. Comprised of five members, each with a different musical background, the created sound has its own enticing elements that bring new ideas and musical complexities to the table.
New Renaissance
Winnipeg, Manitoba Won on 3/3/2012
Remember when rock music was heavy, raw, simplistic and high-energy? The kind of music that still holds its place even after other genres and trends come and go, only to quickly be forgotten? New Renaissance is an original rock trio dedicated to playing this style of loud and catchy hard-rock music. Originating as a side project from previous bands, they slowly began writing original songs and refining their own sound. Upon first appearing in the music scene in 2009, New Renaissance immediat...
RIGHT HAND DRIVE
Vancouver, British Columbia Won on 12/16/2011
Formed in December 2010 and winning a local band competition on their very first live show, RIGHT HAND DRIVE believes the key to good music is solid songwriting plus truthful performances. Influenced by British alternative rock and Seattle grunge, RIGHT HAND DRIVE has forged its own unique style of music that is fluid and full of emotion. From textured vocals to soulful, soaring guitar solos, listeners are bound to be moved by RHD's music. Unpretentious and spontaneous, a RIGHT HAND DRIVE pe...
RUN of the MILL
Kitchener, Ontario Won on 2/18/2012
Jonathan Klages (Drums) is from the Waterloo area and has been playing drums for 7 years. The majority of his experience comes from playing in bands from the Kitchener area, mostly with bass player Aaron, his high school friend. Jon has played shows at several venues in the GTA over the course of his career. His drumming style is formed from alternative, modern rock, funk, and blues. All of which are apparent in his foundational drumming for Run of the Mill. Aaron Oberholzer (Bass Guitar) is...
The Comedy
Dollard-des-ormeaux, Quebec Won on 2/2/2012
http://canadaartsconnect.com/magazine/2012/03/the-comedy-rocks-cmw/
The Hello John Project
Portuguese Cove, Nova Scotia Won on 12/16/2011
A Conceptual Blues Rock Group telling the story of a fictional character named John Poet
The Hello John Project is a songwriting project that began in 2002. I (Ryan) began writing the first album (Hello John Poet) for fun and as the years passed and the story progressed into a multi-album concept piece i decided to start performing it as a two pc acoustic set. In searching for a lead guitarist i brought Glenn on board to help with practices. Shortly after he joined as a full time member an...
The Shift
Hamilton, Ontario Won on 11/19/2011
Originally hailing from Welland, ON, Tom, Ian, Dave and Mike combine pure raw talent with dedication and an eclectic pool of music. Drawing from the likes of The Deftones, Rage Against the Machine,Clutch,Black Sabbath,Lamb of God, and Pantera, there is no wonder why this band is creating such a stir! The Genius of Flow, Tommy Tantrum staples down lyrics that draw from mixing gritty street rap verses with in your face hard rock, while Ian Labrie pumps out metal driven guitar power riffs that ...
The Wormwood Scrubs
Waterloo, Ontario Won on 2/18/2012
The Wormwood Scrubs were formed in 2007 of Steve and Shaun Foy, both originally hailing from Liverpool, Jay Dawe and Brandon Sanders with the concise purpose of reviving the Golden Age of Rock during the 60's and 70's in their own image. Taking their name from the 1978 song "Down in the Tube Station at Midnight" by The Jam, which references the historic London prison that has held the likes of Keith Richards and Pete Doherty, The Wormwood Scrubs deftly fuse Mod, Brit-pop, Punk, Grunge, and ...
Thrillhouse
Keswick, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
Thrillhouse is a band. Originally started by Keith Brewster and Tyler Boyco in 2010 under the name "The Vulvodynias", it has been a long and arduous path to blossom into the shitty people they've become today. Blending a mix of genre's spanning from rock and punk, to contemporary jazz and 70's porn grooves, their unique stylings have earned them a glowing reputation among functioning alcoholic suburbanites and inner-city hoodlums alike.
Now a tight-knit group of compadres, Thrillhouse had...
Willing To Oppose
Innisfil, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
Willing To Oppose has been playing together for some time now. Some of them have known each other for 10 years and more but only began playing music together in the last few years. They credit their chemistry and originality as their major weapons when being compared to other bands. They recently recorded their first demo in the winter of 2010. "We believe in the energy that we create when we are playing together. We believe that the energy we create is contagious and our chemistry is eviden...
Zoo Lion
Calgary, Alberta Won on 1/27/2012
It’s been a busy year for Calgary-based rockers Zoo Lion.
October 2011 marks the drop of their new EP Black Rhino, which features six songs that showcase what the band brings to the table — from hard rock to folk-rock fusions.
The four-piece just returned from Toronto where they placed third at Indie Week.
“Indie Week was a great opportunity for the band to really put ourselves out there and see how we could do in the big city,” said lead singer Craig Aikman. R...
Second Place Winner
Birds on a Wire
Orangeville, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
Musical friction is seamlessly created when these two musicians with two very different approaches to music collide! Guitarist Adam Goudreault and Vocalist Julia Emery embark on a journey of creating fresh and captivating music. We're in college, we're broke, and we're ambitious! Give us a quick listen - you'll want us on your stage!
CRUTCH
St Catharines, Ontario Won on 11/19/2011
From St. Catharines, ON. CRUTCH brings a new edge and sound to music. Armed with an arsenal of influence, and attitude they are taking the Niagara Region by storm!
Winning the 2011 Niagara Music and Arts Expo Battle of the Bands, Playing on 91.7 Giant FM Live To Air, earning a Niagara Music Awards Rock Group of the Year Nomination, making the top 10 of 97.7 htz fm's picks of the top local indie bands during their 25th anniversary part contest are just a few of the bands accomplishments....
Cure for Creativity
Ajax, Ontario Won on 12/3/2011
Cure for Creativity is an Alternative Punk Rock band composed of Brandon Lawryshyn on lead vocals/guitar, Dillon Heywood on Lead Guitar, Jesse Heywood on Bass, Jordan Melo on Drums and Adrian Yong on synth. Cure for Creativity is taking rock music and creating their own sound, with inspirations like Muse (Matt Bellomy), Sum 41 (Deryck Whibley), The White Stripes/Raconteaurs (Jack White), and UnderØath (Spencer Chamberlain). Brandon and Dillon are quickly building an arsenal of songs t...
Eagleson
Nepean, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
Eagleson is Ottawa's loudest and most refreshing rock'n' roll band. They separate themselves from the pack with their hard rockin' tunes with a vintage touch. With the roaring guitars of Ryan Wolves and Peter Ian, the soaring vocals of Alex DePaul and the thunderous drumming of Dan O'Brien, each member brings something to the table that helps bring together Eagleson's hard rockin' sound.
Fair Game
Ajax, Ontario Won on 12/3/2011
Hailing from Durham Region, a hot new rock sensation FAIR GAME is a deadly combo of melodic strings, captivating heartfelt male and female vocals, plus
stomping beats that are guarnteed to get your fist pumping and your ass shaking it to the grove baby, yeahh!!!
With a little something for everyone and a variety of musical influences this is a show you dont wana miss!! Check out FAIR GAME links and Supernova events to catch the band live on stage for your concert going pleasure!!
Foolishbase
Longueuil, Quebec Won on 2/2/2012
i am from the southshore of Montreal having fun always hahaaha we like doing shows, we would like to record soon cose we're ready to rock you...
GARVIES
Kitchener, Ontario Won on 2/18/2012
It was a Red Moon back in 1975, an alien spaceship crash-landed in a field outside of Johannesburg. A small blob of goo was ejected from the foreign inter-stellar vehicle and splashed against the belly-button of a beautiful young South African woman. She didn't shower that night as she was considering becoming a hippy.
A few decades later (super-slow gestation period for this particular type of alien) GARVIES was born into the ocean where he lived on fish & seaweed until his teenage years...
Ive Got Gloria
Niagara Falls, Ontario Won on 12/10/2011
Ive Got Gloria, an orginal band consisting of five dedicated musicians all goals to achieve in playing shows in the niagara region music scene for those to choose to listen, as well as the west coast to east coast, america and beyond, these boys want something more then just a jam in a basement.
Already sharing the stage with Bands like From Man In Ghost, Ten Second Epic, Journey To Aspen & Del Asher just to name a few, these boys dedicated for the journey that awaits them, the only way ...
Jessica Speziale
Toronto, Ontario Won on 12/22/2011
"You are amazing and I love your voice! It’s so rich!” – Musically Yours, Deirdre Mallehe
Sultry, rich and fresh are a few words that fans, reviewers and media have used to describe this Toronto musician’s powerhouse voice. A musical force to be reckoned with, Jessica Speziale delivers her version of acoustic pop/rock with the intent of Serena Ryder and the soul of Alicia Keys.
Hot on the tail of the release of her debut EP, Dear Reverie, Jessica is embarking ...
Kaila Picard
Pierrefonds, Quebec Won on 2/16/2012
Despite her innate love for music, born & raised Montrealer Kaila Picard grew up surrounded by external expectations, causing her to focus on music as a hobby rather than a viable calling. With the early and ongoing encouragement of her grandfather, Kaila made a life-changing decision to enroll at the Montreal Academy of music where she was able to further her vocal abilities and cure her stage fright. This was a turning point for Kaila, as it allowed her to rediscover her fervent love for m...
Kim Wexler
London, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
Growing up in London, Ontario, Kim Wexler started playing guitar at the age of ten and singing even earlier. She began writing music when she bought her first acoustic guitar when she was fourteen, and "Showers" was her first song, written later on in her songwriting career.
She won the opportunity to record at Trackfire Studios in London (a three song demo) through a coffee house at her school. This opportunity got her musical career started with quite a large leap into the industry.
...
KING MISFIT
Amherstburg, Ontario Won on 1/27/2012
KING MISFIT is a Progressive Rock / Metal band comprised of 6 seasoned musicians from Southwestern Ontario Canada, featuring elements of Symphonic Metal, Heavy Alternative, and driving Hard Rock.
Since January 2009, KING MISFIT has been experimenting and finding their sound. There were a few changes in the line-up since then but the band is now ready to create an album well worth waiting for. Currently writing and recording, the band is planning to have their full length debut to be relea...
Mute Union
Guelph, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
Mute Union was formed in a completely unlikely fashion in 2011. With lead singer Brenin Edmunds who comes from a hip-hop background, guitarist Steve Harwood who is the drummer from thrash metal band Autonomous Din, drummer Adam Sampson who is normally a blues singer/guitar player and Bryan Loree, a rock blues infusion guitar player on bass, Mute Union is a shift into a new direction for each member of the band. This hard rock outfit from Guelph, Ontario is fully prepared to turn rock music i...
Notion Rising
Brampton, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
Notion Rising is a Hard Rock band from Brampton, Ontario. The band was formed in early 2011, and has been writing music and performing around the GTA ever since. The band has become more seasoned over the last year, and is now aiming towards recording a full studio album. The band's song, "Believe in Me," has gathered international interest on ReverbNation. The band has just released their new single, "Echoes."
Overtime Heroes
Mississauga, Ontario Won on 11/24/2011
Some dudes who played some instruments, met some other dudes who played different instruments. Decided why the hell not?
The Flowergliders
Montreal, Quebec Won on 12/10/2011
The Flowergliders was born in a Hochelaga appartment in Montreal. In October 09, Liam and Sylvain write the song "Rock n Roll is a State of Mind". That's where it all begins: from this point, they'r gonna get up in the rock morning, after a rock night, eat a bowl of rock cereals, with rock coffee, and get dressed in their rock clothes. In January 2010, they meet Frank who's a drummer with punk in him, and Jo who's a solid bassist. They play in concert in the summer of 2010 and they rock! In ...
The Golden Retrievers
Guelph, Ontario Won on 2/18/2012
Based in Guelph, Ontario, The Golden Retrievers are an original, alternative funk/rock jam band who have been working together officially for over 2 years. Lead guitarist Alex Frank and drummer Jarred McCall have been making music together in different groups for over ten years. In collaboration with experienced musicians Jesse Ronan and Nick Broster, the resultant chemistry comes across as natural, emotional sounds connected by timely moments of organization. The Golden Retrievers rock a so...
The Wormwood Scrubs
Waterloo, Ontario Won on 2/18/2012
The Wormwood Scrubs were formed in 2007 of Steve and Shaun Foy, both originally hailing from Liverpool, Jay Dawe and Brandon Sanders with the concise purpose of reviving the Golden Age of Rock during the 60's and 70's in their own image. Taking their name from the 1978 song "Down in the Tube Station at Midnight" by The Jam, which references the historic London prison that has held the likes of Keith Richards and Pete Doherty, The Wormwood Scrubs deftly fuse Mod, Brit-pop, Punk, Grunge, and ...
Thick Az Thieves
Innisfil, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
We are two Barrie, Ontario boys who started jamming in January, 2011. There's not much to be told in this story of a band still in their early stages of creating music, other than that we love to rock out and wouldn't have it any other way.
The past year has been spent on laying down our rock foundation, managing to hammer out 8 original tunes and a few covers along the way (pink panther, The Black Keys- Just got to be, Jimi Hendrix- Purple Haze, and Beethoven).
Gig List:
The Port in...
First Place Winner
Apocalypstic
Ottawa, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
“You guys need to sin more! Delicious Sin is a great track.” – Ralph Murphy, award-winning songwriter, Nashville.
“I really like these girls!” – Simon Wilcox, award-winning singer-songwriter, Los Angeles.
“Destined for top 40 radio!” – Scott Lear, Virgin Radio
“Apocalypstic is on the verge of mainstream success.” – Capital Xtra Magazine
Apocalypstic is a 5 piece all-girl pop band based in Ottawa, Ontario, Can...
CampX
Markham, Ontario Won on 12/22/2011
It was great to hear a new band that shows so much promise. Check out CampX!
Joe Bouchard – Blue Coupe/Blue Oyster Cult
Drew Leith and The Foundation
Cambridge, Ontario Won on 12/3/2011
The Foundation was formed early in 2008, when brothers Drew and Ryan Leith decided to culminate their musical knowledge into one common focus. Working on many original songs mixed with a few unique takes on some more well known covers, The Foundation was well on its way to making its splash onto the scene.
When Ryan decided to move to the great white north of Ontario for a brief change of pace, Drew pressed on, cutting the first self titled EP "Drew Leith".
Recording at Rattlebox st...
Echowide
Castleton, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
We Just Played @HardRockToronto #CMW via @Supernovacom. LIVE Footage Now Available! Next Stop #ElMocambo Apr.28th Pls LIKE™ Share™ & RT™ We Reciprocate!
Fault of Mine
London, Ontario Won on 2/24/2012
Fault of Mine is a London based rock band. They are currently in the early stages of their musical journey. The first of many to come, "Seeing Blind" EP was released Feb 19th it breaks free from conformity and adapts a unique intensity. Fault of Mine has been described as passionate and driven music, utilizing heart pounding rhythms, rich melodies, and heartfelt words from a weathered soul. This passion is displayed through their active stage presence, and unique style. Currently playing ...
FITZY
Toronto, Ontario Won on 2/17/2012
Reverberating a raw, classic rock sound, FITZY is a rock act founded by a Toronto FireFighter who, when he is not fighting fires and saving lives, is a 14 year music career veteran accompanied by highly skilled, experienced musicians that blend the styles and influences of bands like The Rolling Stones, The Black Crowes & Bon Jovi.
Recording and touring across Canada and the USA has enabled him to work with a multitude of international recording acts and perform in many well-known establi...
Francisco Cream
Kingston, Ontario Won on 12/16/2011
Francisco Cream is a three-piece indie/alternative band from Kingston, Ontario. The group got together in late July of 2011, beginning with small shows in local venues and slowly working their way onto the music scene. Eventually they began opening for touring bands and winning Battle of the Bands-type events, such as the Supernova "Road to CMW" event that secured them a spot in Canadian Music Fest.
Foster Medeiros (percussion) and Bea Keeler (guitar and lead vocals) played together in Be...
Kilroy Was Here
North York, Ontario Won on 11/24/2011
We all had superpowers, when our quest to vanquish evil got us trapped in this strange dimension. So, we decided to be productive.
- Kilroy
Lucky Louise
London, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
Lucky Louise are a new rock band out of London. Since fully forming in late 2010, the band has played many shows in London, Windsor, and surrounding areas and were the winners of Last Band Standing 2011 hosted by Norma Jean's. Comprised of five members, each with a different musical background, the created sound has its own enticing elements that bring new ideas and musical complexities to the table.
Ravenscode
Windsor, Ontario Won on 1/27/2012
The Ravenscode story is about four friends, split part by life, careers, and society’s expectations but drawn together by their unrelenting passion for writing music that can bring even the most cynical of listeners to their knees. The kind of music that‘s not only easy to relate to but makes you perceive moments of your life in a completely new and different way. Brian, Justin, Drew and Mike come together to create high energy music that resonates deep inside your soul. Powerful...
The Comedy
Dollard-des-ormeaux, Quebec Won on 2/2/2012
http://canadaartsconnect.com/magazine/2012/03/the-comedy-rocks-cmw/
The Shift
Hamilton, Ontario Won on 11/19/2011
Originally hailing from Welland, ON, Tom, Ian, Dave and Mike combine pure raw talent with dedication and an eclectic pool of music. Drawing from the likes of The Deftones, Rage Against the Machine,Clutch,Black Sabbath,Lamb of God, and Pantera, there is no wonder why this band is creating such a stir! The Genius of Flow, Tommy Tantrum staples down lyrics that draw from mixing gritty street rap verses with in your face hard rock, while Ian Labrie pumps out metal driven guitar power riffs that ...
Thrillhouse
Keswick, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
Thrillhouse is a band. Originally started by Keith Brewster and Tyler Boyco in 2010 under the name "The Vulvodynias", it has been a long and arduous path to blossom into the shitty people they've become today. Blending a mix of genre's spanning from rock and punk, to contemporary jazz and 70's porn grooves, their unique stylings have earned them a glowing reputation among functioning alcoholic suburbanites and inner-city hoodlums alike.
Now a tight-knit group of compadres, Thrillhouse had...
Willing To Oppose
Innisfil, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
Willing To Oppose has been playing together for some time now. Some of them have known each other for 10 years and more but only began playing music together in the last few years. They credit their chemistry and originality as their major weapons when being compared to other bands. They recently recorded their first demo in the winter of 2010. "We believe in the energy that we create when we are playing together. We believe that the energy we create is contagious and our chemistry is eviden...
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Birds on a Wire
Orangeville, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
Musical friction is seamlessly created when these two musicians with two very different approaches to music collide! Guitarist Adam Goudreault and Vocalist Julia Emery embark on a journey of creating fresh and captivating music. We're in college, we're broke, and we're ambitious! Give us a quick listen - you'll want us on your stage!
Breaking The Fourth
Ottawa, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
Breaking The Fourth is an alternative rock band, born of Ottawa's rich local music scene. Blending melodic tones and edgy rhythms, BTF brings together a broad spectrum of influences, ranging from punk-rock to post-grunge, to create their own brand of original music.
Broken Caliber
Guelph, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
http://www.wix.com/brokencaliber/broken-caliber#!music
http://www.myspace.com/573924825
http://www.musicreach.com/broken_caliber/videos#/videos/2665|permalink=broken_caliber
CRUTCH
St Catharines, Ontario Won on 11/19/2011
From St. Catharines, ON. CRUTCH brings a new edge and sound to music. Armed with an arsenal of influence, and attitude they are taking the Niagara Region by storm!
Winning the 2011 Niagara Music and Arts Expo Battle of the Bands, Playing on 91.7 Giant FM Live To Air, earning a Niagara Music Awards Rock Group of the Year Nomination, making the top 10 of 97.7 htz fm's picks of the top local indie bands during their 25th anniversary part contest are just a few of the bands accomplishments....
Cure for Creativity
Ajax, Ontario Won on 12/3/2011
Cure for Creativity is an Alternative Punk Rock band composed of Brandon Lawryshyn on lead vocals/guitar, Dillon Heywood on Lead Guitar, Jesse Heywood on Bass, Jordan Melo on Drums and Adrian Yong on synth. Cure for Creativity is taking rock music and creating their own sound, with inspirations like Muse (Matt Bellomy), Sum 41 (Deryck Whibley), The White Stripes/Raconteaurs (Jack White), and UnderØath (Spencer Chamberlain). Brandon and Dillon are quickly building an arsenal of songs t...
FITZY
Toronto, Ontario Won on 2/17/2012
Reverberating a raw, classic rock sound, FITZY is a rock act founded by a Toronto FireFighter who, when he is not fighting fires and saving lives, is a 14 year music career veteran accompanied by highly skilled, experienced musicians that blend the styles and influences of bands like The Rolling Stones, The Black Crowes & Bon Jovi.
Recording and touring across Canada and the USA has enabled him to work with a multitude of international recording acts and perform in many well-known establi...
Lucky Louise
London, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
Lucky Louise are a new rock band out of London. Since fully forming in late 2010, the band has played many shows in London, Windsor, and surrounding areas and were the winners of Last Band Standing 2011 hosted by Norma Jean's. Comprised of five members, each with a different musical background, the created sound has its own enticing elements that bring new ideas and musical complexities to the table.
Nagy's Acoustic
Chateauguay, Quebec Won on 2/2/2012
Stefan Nagy is a Canadian Singer/Songwriter hailing from Montreal. After finding his father's hand-crafted Spanish acoustic guitar with only 1 string on it in the closet at age 9, his talent quickly gained recognition with his fast-learning capabilities, nimble fingers and an inclined ear. Self-taught and influenced by everything from the Classics, Beatles, Zeppelin, Tom Petty and Steve Miller to ...bands like Guns N Roses, RHCP, Nirvana and Sublime...we won't mention the heavier stuff. Stef...
Not Without Johnson
Pierrefonds, Quebec Won on 2/2/2012
Not Without Johnson is a dynamic new rock/funk band out of Montreal. Founding members Jeremy Di Donato and Felipe Solano began jamming in late 2005 after meeting through a local musicians website. With Jeremy's powerful guitar riffs and Felipe's funky bass lines, it was clear that the duo were creating a unique and diverse sound. With the latest addition of Olivier Moutran on lead vocals and Filipe Fernandes on drums, nothing is stopping them now!
Rathburn
Guelph, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
Rathburn is a hard rock band from Guelph, formed in 2009 when former Sixlane frontman Craig Waryd replied to classified ad posted by former Bag-In drummer Christine McWasthy. Waryd was soon contacted by former Faultline lead guitarist Trevor Bisch from Kitchener, who was looking to join a new project. After a few months of performing with a revolving door of bass players, Shane Johnson joined the band on a full time basis. Shortly after their formation, Rathburn began performing a variety of...
RECOVERED
Winnipeg, Manitoba Won on 3/3/2012
ATTENTION!!! WE ARE R RATED...R FOR ROCK AND ROLL! Deep from the bowels of Hell comes the band RECOVERED, armed with a message and a mission. Our music is all over the map. We have bluesy rock, pop punk, and straight up rock that defines our sound. The luxury of listening to us is we have two singers, so you get to hear alot of different ideas.
One member helped another member sober up through various recovery programs. Enthralled in drug and alcohol addictions, it took losing everythi...
Rend
Edmonton, Alberta Won on 12/16/2011
REND… To tear apart
Rend is a Soul/Rock, Indie Pop band inspired to inspire. Founded just over a year ago by lead singer/songwriter Carol-Lynne Quinn, Rend has seen great success in the local music scene. They have a musical vision to bring musical and lyrical substance to their music. Whether it’s the anthem like chorus in Pearl; “They can’t bring me down…I am a Pearl” or the unique blend of Soulful vocals and electric guitar in Monster, Rend is fresh,...
Room 202
Vancouver, British Columbia Won on 2/16/2012
The members of Room 202 have been playing together since the beginning of their high school careers, but it was not until recently that they decided to become a band. It all started at one of the school's rock band concerts, and from the first time they played together, their powerful chemistry was undeniable. Because of their experiences at the school's rock band, they are able to play a diverse range of genres, but their calling lies between alternative and punk rock.
.. Zishan Abdullah'...
sik music
Mississauga, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
my name is Andrew. Everything that you are hearing was written and produced by myself. With a little help of co creators. But i did everything when it comes to the music.Singing/drums/guitar/base/and lead. Hope you like what you hear
The Comedy
Dollard-des-ormeaux, Quebec Won on 2/2/2012
http://canadaartsconnect.com/magazine/2012/03/the-comedy-rocks-cmw/
The Holistics
Markham, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
The Holistics are a Canadian blues-rock, indie band from Toronto, Ontario, with vocalist/guitarist Matt Panetta, rhythm guitarist Julian Aiken and drummer to be named soon.
Matt Panetta is a 20 year-old aspiring poet/musician from Markham, Ontario, Canada. He has been writing poetry for six years and has been published and featured in anthologies across Canada and the United States. Matt is also a member of the Markham Village Writer's Group. And his song Cherub was used in a 2011 Awarene...
The Mandates
London, Ontario Won on 2/24/2012
"When he woke up in October, he took an axe to his coffin, tore up all his funeral clothes and soaked himself in Gin." - No Longer Gage, The Mandates.
The Mandates are a London-based Canadian roots rock duo (and sometimes three-piece) known for their crafty narratives and edgy songwriting. The band's forceful acoustic performances are often like a country hoedown blended with a sweaty dive-bar show. Formed by accident ...
The Sound Approach
Lacolle, Quebec Won on 12/10/2011
The Sound Approach is based 60 km south of Montreal, in the bustling metropolis known as Lacolle (population approx. 3,000). We’ve been making music since about 2006, when we were all still in high school. After a few line-up changes over the years (namely on bass), we finally have a solid core of dedicated, talented and chill individuals. Since the most recent change at the end of summer '10, we’ve been busy with frequent shows in and around MTL (and occasionally beyond), and going in-studi...
Thrillhouse
Keswick, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
Thrillhouse is a band. Originally started by Keith Brewster and Tyler Boyco in 2010 under the name "The Vulvodynias", it has been a long and arduous path to blossom into the shitty people they've become today. Blending a mix of genre's spanning from rock and punk, to contemporary jazz and 70's porn grooves, their unique stylings have earned them a glowing reputation among functioning alcoholic suburbanites and inner-city hoodlums alike.
Now a tight-knit group of compadres, Thrillhouse had...
Participation Prize Winner
Apocalypstic
Ottawa, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
“You guys need to sin more! Delicious Sin is a great track.” – Ralph Murphy, award-winning songwriter, Nashville.
“I really like these girls!” – Simon Wilcox, award-winning singer-songwriter, Los Angeles.
“Destined for top 40 radio!” – Scott Lear, Virgin Radio
“Apocalypstic is on the verge of mainstream success.” – Capital Xtra Magazine
Apocalypstic is a 5 piece all-girl pop band based in Ottawa, Ontario, Can...
Birds on a Wire
Orangeville, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
Musical friction is seamlessly created when these two musicians with two very different approaches to music collide! Guitarist Adam Goudreault and Vocalist Julia Emery embark on a journey of creating fresh and captivating music. We're in college, we're broke, and we're ambitious! Give us a quick listen - you'll want us on your stage!
Breaking The Fourth
Ottawa, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
Breaking The Fourth is an alternative rock band, born of Ottawa's rich local music scene. Blending melodic tones and edgy rhythms, BTF brings together a broad spectrum of influences, ranging from punk-rock to post-grunge, to create their own brand of original music.
Broken Caliber
Guelph, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
http://www.wix.com/brokencaliber/broken-caliber#!music
http://www.myspace.com/573924825
http://www.musicreach.com/broken_caliber/videos#/videos/2665|permalink=broken_caliber
CampX
Markham, Ontario Won on 12/22/2011
It was great to hear a new band that shows so much promise. Check out CampX!
Joe Bouchard – Blue Coupe/Blue Oyster Cult
CRUTCH
St Catharines, Ontario Won on 11/19/2011
From St. Catharines, ON. CRUTCH brings a new edge and sound to music. Armed with an arsenal of influence, and attitude they are taking the Niagara Region by storm!
Winning the 2011 Niagara Music and Arts Expo Battle of the Bands, Playing on 91.7 Giant FM Live To Air, earning a Niagara Music Awards Rock Group of the Year Nomination, making the top 10 of 97.7 htz fm's picks of the top local indie bands during their 25th anniversary part contest are just a few of the bands accomplishments....
Cure for Creativity
Ajax, Ontario Won on 12/3/2011
Cure for Creativity is an Alternative Punk Rock band composed of Brandon Lawryshyn on lead vocals/guitar, Dillon Heywood on Lead Guitar, Jesse Heywood on Bass, Jordan Melo on Drums and Adrian Yong on synth. Cure for Creativity is taking rock music and creating their own sound, with inspirations like Muse (Matt Bellomy), Sum 41 (Deryck Whibley), The White Stripes/Raconteaurs (Jack White), and UnderØath (Spencer Chamberlain). Brandon and Dillon are quickly building an arsenal of songs t...
Drew Leith and The Foundation
Cambridge, Ontario Won on 12/3/2011
The Foundation was formed early in 2008, when brothers Drew and Ryan Leith decided to culminate their musical knowledge into one common focus. Working on many original songs mixed with a few unique takes on some more well known covers, The Foundation was well on its way to making its splash onto the scene.
When Ryan decided to move to the great white north of Ontario for a brief change of pace, Drew pressed on, cutting the first self titled EP "Drew Leith".
Recording at Rattlebox st...
Eagleson
Nepean, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
Eagleson is Ottawa's loudest and most refreshing rock'n' roll band. They separate themselves from the pack with their hard rockin' tunes with a vintage touch. With the roaring guitars of Ryan Wolves and Peter Ian, the soaring vocals of Alex DePaul and the thunderous drumming of Dan O'Brien, each member brings something to the table that helps bring together Eagleson's hard rockin' sound.
Echowide
Castleton, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
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Fair Game
Ajax, Ontario Won on 12/3/2011
Hailing from Durham Region, a hot new rock sensation FAIR GAME is a deadly combo of melodic strings, captivating heartfelt male and female vocals, plus
stomping beats that are guarnteed to get your fist pumping and your ass shaking it to the grove baby, yeahh!!!
With a little something for everyone and a variety of musical influences this is a show you dont wana miss!! Check out FAIR GAME links and Supernova events to catch the band live on stage for your concert going pleasure!!
Fault of Mine
London, Ontario Won on 2/24/2012
Fault of Mine is a London based rock band. They are currently in the early stages of their musical journey. The first of many to come, "Seeing Blind" EP was released Feb 19th it breaks free from conformity and adapts a unique intensity. Fault of Mine has been described as passionate and driven music, utilizing heart pounding rhythms, rich melodies, and heartfelt words from a weathered soul. This passion is displayed through their active stage presence, and unique style. Currently playing ...
FITZY
Toronto, Ontario Won on 2/17/2012
Reverberating a raw, classic rock sound, FITZY is a rock act founded by a Toronto FireFighter who, when he is not fighting fires and saving lives, is a 14 year music career veteran accompanied by highly skilled, experienced musicians that blend the styles and influences of bands like The Rolling Stones, The Black Crowes & Bon Jovi.
Recording and touring across Canada and the USA has enabled him to work with a multitude of international recording acts and perform in many well-known establi...
Foolishbase
Longueuil, Quebec Won on 2/2/2012
i am from the southshore of Montreal having fun always hahaaha we like doing shows, we would like to record soon cose we're ready to rock you...
Francisco Cream
Kingston, Ontario Won on 12/16/2011
Francisco Cream is a three-piece indie/alternative band from Kingston, Ontario. The group got together in late July of 2011, beginning with small shows in local venues and slowly working their way onto the music scene. Eventually they began opening for touring bands and winning Battle of the Bands-type events, such as the Supernova "Road to CMW" event that secured them a spot in Canadian Music Fest.
Foster Medeiros (percussion) and Bea Keeler (guitar and lead vocals) played together in Be...
GARVIES
Kitchener, Ontario Won on 2/18/2012
It was a Red Moon back in 1975, an alien spaceship crash-landed in a field outside of Johannesburg. A small blob of goo was ejected from the foreign inter-stellar vehicle and splashed against the belly-button of a beautiful young South African woman. She didn't shower that night as she was considering becoming a hippy.
A few decades later (super-slow gestation period for this particular type of alien) GARVIES was born into the ocean where he lived on fish & seaweed until his teenage years...
Ive Got Gloria
Niagara Falls, Ontario Won on 12/10/2011
Ive Got Gloria, an orginal band consisting of five dedicated musicians all goals to achieve in playing shows in the niagara region music scene for those to choose to listen, as well as the west coast to east coast, america and beyond, these boys want something more then just a jam in a basement.
Already sharing the stage with Bands like From Man In Ghost, Ten Second Epic, Journey To Aspen & Del Asher just to name a few, these boys dedicated for the journey that awaits them, the only way ...
Jessica Speziale
Toronto, Ontario Won on 12/22/2011
"You are amazing and I love your voice! It’s so rich!” – Musically Yours, Deirdre Mallehe
Sultry, rich and fresh are a few words that fans, reviewers and media have used to describe this Toronto musician’s powerhouse voice. A musical force to be reckoned with, Jessica Speziale delivers her version of acoustic pop/rock with the intent of Serena Ryder and the soul of Alicia Keys.
Hot on the tail of the release of her debut EP, Dear Reverie, Jessica is embarking ...
Kaila Picard
Pierrefonds, Quebec Won on 2/16/2012
Despite her innate love for music, born & raised Montrealer Kaila Picard grew up surrounded by external expectations, causing her to focus on music as a hobby rather than a viable calling. With the early and ongoing encouragement of her grandfather, Kaila made a life-changing decision to enroll at the Montreal Academy of music where she was able to further her vocal abilities and cure her stage fright. This was a turning point for Kaila, as it allowed her to rediscover her fervent love for m...
Kilroy Was Here
North York, Ontario Won on 11/24/2011
We all had superpowers, when our quest to vanquish evil got us trapped in this strange dimension. So, we decided to be productive.
- Kilroy
Kim Wexler
London, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
Growing up in London, Ontario, Kim Wexler started playing guitar at the age of ten and singing even earlier. She began writing music when she bought her first acoustic guitar when she was fourteen, and "Showers" was her first song, written later on in her songwriting career.
She won the opportunity to record at Trackfire Studios in London (a three song demo) through a coffee house at her school. This opportunity got her musical career started with quite a large leap into the industry.
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KING MISFIT
Amherstburg, Ontario Won on 1/27/2012
KING MISFIT is a Progressive Rock / Metal band comprised of 6 seasoned musicians from Southwestern Ontario Canada, featuring elements of Symphonic Metal, Heavy Alternative, and driving Hard Rock.
Since January 2009, KING MISFIT has been experimenting and finding their sound. There were a few changes in the line-up since then but the band is now ready to create an album well worth waiting for. Currently writing and recording, the band is planning to have their full length debut to be relea...
Lucky Louise
London, Ontario Won on 12/2/2011
Lucky Louise are a new rock band out of London. Since fully forming in late 2010, the band has played many shows in London, Windsor, and surrounding areas and were the winners of Last Band Standing 2011 hosted by Norma Jean's. Comprised of five members, each with a different musical background, the created sound has its own enticing elements that bring new ideas and musical complexities to the table.
Mute Union
Guelph, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
Mute Union was formed in a completely unlikely fashion in 2011. With lead singer Brenin Edmunds who comes from a hip-hop background, guitarist Steve Harwood who is the drummer from thrash metal band Autonomous Din, drummer Adam Sampson who is normally a blues singer/guitar player and Bryan Loree, a rock blues infusion guitar player on bass, Mute Union is a shift into a new direction for each member of the band. This hard rock outfit from Guelph, Ontario is fully prepared to turn rock music i...
Nagy's Acoustic
Chateauguay, Quebec Won on 2/2/2012
Stefan Nagy is a Canadian Singer/Songwriter hailing from Montreal. After finding his father's hand-crafted Spanish acoustic guitar with only 1 string on it in the closet at age 9, his talent quickly gained recognition with his fast-learning capabilities, nimble fingers and an inclined ear. Self-taught and influenced by everything from the Classics, Beatles, Zeppelin, Tom Petty and Steve Miller to ...bands like Guns N Roses, RHCP, Nirvana and Sublime...we won't mention the heavier stuff. Stef...
Not Without Johnson
Pierrefonds, Quebec Won on 2/2/2012
Not Without Johnson is a dynamic new rock/funk band out of Montreal. Founding members Jeremy Di Donato and Felipe Solano began jamming in late 2005 after meeting through a local musicians website. With Jeremy's powerful guitar riffs and Felipe's funky bass lines, it was clear that the duo were creating a unique and diverse sound. With the latest addition of Olivier Moutran on lead vocals and Filipe Fernandes on drums, nothing is stopping them now!
Notion Rising
Brampton, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
Notion Rising is a Hard Rock band from Brampton, Ontario. The band was formed in early 2011, and has been writing music and performing around the GTA ever since. The band has become more seasoned over the last year, and is now aiming towards recording a full studio album. The band's song, "Believe in Me," has gathered international interest on ReverbNation. The band has just released their new single, "Echoes."
Overtime Heroes
Mississauga, Ontario Won on 11/24/2011
Some dudes who played some instruments, met some other dudes who played different instruments. Decided why the hell not?
Rathburn
Guelph, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
Rathburn is a hard rock band from Guelph, formed in 2009 when former Sixlane frontman Craig Waryd replied to classified ad posted by former Bag-In drummer Christine McWasthy. Waryd was soon contacted by former Faultline lead guitarist Trevor Bisch from Kitchener, who was looking to join a new project. After a few months of performing with a revolving door of bass players, Shane Johnson joined the band on a full time basis. Shortly after their formation, Rathburn began performing a variety of...
Ravenscode
Windsor, Ontario Won on 1/27/2012
The Ravenscode story is about four friends, split part by life, careers, and society’s expectations but drawn together by their unrelenting passion for writing music that can bring even the most cynical of listeners to their knees. The kind of music that‘s not only easy to relate to but makes you perceive moments of your life in a completely new and different way. Brian, Justin, Drew and Mike come together to create high energy music that resonates deep inside your soul. Powerful...
RECOVERED
Winnipeg, Manitoba Won on 3/3/2012
ATTENTION!!! WE ARE R RATED...R FOR ROCK AND ROLL! Deep from the bowels of Hell comes the band RECOVERED, armed with a message and a mission. Our music is all over the map. We have bluesy rock, pop punk, and straight up rock that defines our sound. The luxury of listening to us is we have two singers, so you get to hear alot of different ideas.
One member helped another member sober up through various recovery programs. Enthralled in drug and alcohol addictions, it took losing everythi...
Rend
Edmonton, Alberta Won on 12/16/2011
REND… To tear apart
Rend is a Soul/Rock, Indie Pop band inspired to inspire. Founded just over a year ago by lead singer/songwriter Carol-Lynne Quinn, Rend has seen great success in the local music scene. They have a musical vision to bring musical and lyrical substance to their music. Whether it’s the anthem like chorus in Pearl; “They can’t bring me down…I am a Pearl” or the unique blend of Soulful vocals and electric guitar in Monster, Rend is fresh,...
Room 202
Vancouver, British Columbia Won on 2/16/2012
The members of Room 202 have been playing together since the beginning of their high school careers, but it was not until recently that they decided to become a band. It all started at one of the school's rock band concerts, and from the first time they played together, their powerful chemistry was undeniable. Because of their experiences at the school's rock band, they are able to play a diverse range of genres, but their calling lies between alternative and punk rock.
.. Zishan Abdullah'...
sik music
Mississauga, Ontario Won on 1/28/2012
my name is Andrew. Everything that you are hearing was written and produced by myself. With a little help of co creators. But i did everything when it comes to the music.Singing/drums/guitar/base/and lead. Hope you like what you hear
The Comedy
Dollard-des-ormeaux, Quebec Won on 2/2/2012
http://canadaartsconnect.com/magazine/2012/03/the-comedy-rocks-cmw/
The Flowergliders
Montreal, Quebec Won on 12/10/2011
The Flowergliders was born in a Hochelaga appartment in Montreal. In October 09, Liam and Sylvain write the song "Rock n Roll is a State of Mind". That's where it all begins: from this point, they'r gonna get up in the rock morning, after a rock night, eat a bowl of rock cereals, with rock coffee, and get dressed in their rock clothes. In January 2010, they meet Frank who's a drummer with punk in him, and Jo who's a solid bassist. They play in concert in the summer of 2010 and they rock! In ...
The Golden Retrievers
Guelph, Ontario Won on 2/18/2012
Based in Guelph, Ontario, The Golden Retrievers are an original, alternative funk/rock jam band who have been working together officially for over 2 years. Lead guitarist Alex Frank and drummer Jarred McCall have been making music together in different groups for over ten years. In collaboration with experienced musicians Jesse Ronan and Nick Broster, the resultant chemistry comes across as natural, emotional sounds connected by timely moments of organization. The Golden Retrievers rock a so...
The Holistics
Markham, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
The Holistics are a Canadian blues-rock, indie band from Toronto, Ontario, with vocalist/guitarist Matt Panetta, rhythm guitarist Julian Aiken and drummer to be named soon.
Matt Panetta is a 20 year-old aspiring poet/musician from Markham, Ontario, Canada. He has been writing poetry for six years and has been published and featured in anthologies across Canada and the United States. Matt is also a member of the Markham Village Writer's Group. And his song Cherub was used in a 2011 Awarene...
The Mandates
London, Ontario Won on 2/24/2012
"When he woke up in October, he took an axe to his coffin, tore up all his funeral clothes and soaked himself in Gin." - No Longer Gage, The Mandates.
The Mandates are a London-based Canadian roots rock duo (and sometimes three-piece) known for their crafty narratives and edgy songwriting. The band's forceful acoustic performances are often like a country hoedown blended with a sweaty dive-bar show. Formed by accident ...
The Shift
Hamilton, Ontario Won on 11/19/2011
Originally hailing from Welland, ON, Tom, Ian, Dave and Mike combine pure raw talent with dedication and an eclectic pool of music. Drawing from the likes of The Deftones, Rage Against the Machine,Clutch,Black Sabbath,Lamb of God, and Pantera, there is no wonder why this band is creating such a stir! The Genius of Flow, Tommy Tantrum staples down lyrics that draw from mixing gritty street rap verses with in your face hard rock, while Ian Labrie pumps out metal driven guitar power riffs that ...
The Sound Approach
Lacolle, Quebec Won on 12/10/2011
The Sound Approach is based 60 km south of Montreal, in the bustling metropolis known as Lacolle (population approx. 3,000). We’ve been making music since about 2006, when we were all still in high school. After a few line-up changes over the years (namely on bass), we finally have a solid core of dedicated, talented and chill individuals. Since the most recent change at the end of summer '10, we’ve been busy with frequent shows in and around MTL (and occasionally beyond), and going in-studi...
The Wormwood Scrubs
Waterloo, Ontario Won on 2/18/2012
The Wormwood Scrubs were formed in 2007 of Steve and Shaun Foy, both originally hailing from Liverpool, Jay Dawe and Brandon Sanders with the concise purpose of reviving the Golden Age of Rock during the 60's and 70's in their own image. Taking their name from the 1978 song "Down in the Tube Station at Midnight" by The Jam, which references the historic London prison that has held the likes of Keith Richards and Pete Doherty, The Wormwood Scrubs deftly fuse Mod, Brit-pop, Punk, Grunge, and ...
Thick Az Thieves
Innisfil, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
We are two Barrie, Ontario boys who started jamming in January, 2011. There's not much to be told in this story of a band still in their early stages of creating music, other than that we love to rock out and wouldn't have it any other way.
The past year has been spent on laying down our rock foundation, managing to hammer out 8 original tunes and a few covers along the way (pink panther, The Black Keys- Just got to be, Jimi Hendrix- Purple Haze, and Beethoven).
Gig List:
The Port in...
Thrillhouse
Keswick, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
Thrillhouse is a band. Originally started by Keith Brewster and Tyler Boyco in 2010 under the name "The Vulvodynias", it has been a long and arduous path to blossom into the shitty people they've become today. Blending a mix of genre's spanning from rock and punk, to contemporary jazz and 70's porn grooves, their unique stylings have earned them a glowing reputation among functioning alcoholic suburbanites and inner-city hoodlums alike.
Now a tight-knit group of compadres, Thrillhouse had...
Willing To Oppose
Innisfil, Ontario Won on 2/16/2012
Willing To Oppose has been playing together for some time now. Some of them have known each other for 10 years and more but only began playing music together in the last few years. They credit their chemistry and originality as their major weapons when being compared to other bands. They recently recorded their first demo in the winter of 2010. "We believe in the energy that we create when we are playing together. We believe that the energy we create is contagious and our chemistry is eviden...
Other Winners
James & the Readys
Schomberg, Ontario Won First Place on 2/16/2012
Formed in late 2008, James & the Readys found each other throughout a network of friends and music.
They "got there first break" after being picked out of many to be apart of a commercial promoted by the James Ready Brewery.
After countless shows since the beginning we have recently released our first "Self Titled EP" which we are all stoked about and is available for listening!
We also anticipate another either EP or Full Length by the end of Summer 2011.
We have played several ...
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