After much anticipation and excitement, Supernova.com has at last selected the Grand Winner of the
Break Your Band $25,000 Development Deal: Ottawa's
On the Shoulders of Giants!
These young artists joined the
Break Your Band series back in December with their heavy, hardcore punk tracks featuring blistering metal guitar and drum work. The band then killed the
Ottawa finals in January, advancing them in to the National Vote with a shot at the $25,000 industry prize.
The fate of the band was then up to the fans, who voted their favourite 5 of 12 finalists to the top for consideration by our panel of industry pros. After much deliberation,
On the Shoulders of Giants was selected by our panel as the recipients of $25,000 worth of industry services, advice, expertise and opportunities - amounting to one massive development package to help 'Break the Band' on to the music scene!
Still reeling from their big win, Supernova grabbed a quick interview with the members of
On the Shoulders of Giants shortly after they were told the good news (with the band's song
Birth of a Hero playing in the background, to set the mood!)
Congrats on the BIG WIN, you guys! How did you first find out about Break Your Band?
When we we're just starting out after getting our bass player Mikey, Nik and Dylan (guitarists) heard about it from some friends who are in other local bands.
Where did your band get its name?
The name comes from the Isaac Newton quote, "
If I have seen further, it is only by standing on the shoulders of giants".
How would you describe the music of OTSOG?
We would describe it as a blend of melodic vocals, hardcore guitar riffs,
smashing drums, ear piercing screams and groovy bass lines.
Now that you've won $25,000 of industry support, what are some of your music goals?
We're hoping to meet some people who really enjoy are music and can help us; get exposed, go on tour, even just get us random shows around Ontario and Quebec or maybe even get signed.
Another "goal" we've always had as a band is to open for our favourite band,
A Day To Remember :)
What was the best part of your Break Your Band experience?
Gotta be a tie between playing to a huge crowd of friends and strangers, getting tons of exposure, and meeting all of these extremely talented bands who befriend you along the way (
Unconscious Encore,
Last Day Within,
BadNewsForCraig to name a few!)
What was one thing you learned as a band during the Break Your Band experience?
Don't burn your bridges! This has come through for us on many occasions, especially when dealing with show promoters and other bands. Keeping cool and being at least plesant to everyone involved is essential. Shows should be a positive experience, and we always try and keep it that way :)
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With such wise words and winning attitudes, it's clear that Ottawa's
On the Shoulders of Giants have a bright future ahead of them.
Supernova will be closely following the band's progress as they step in to the industry and pursue their band development goals and music dreams.
In the meantime, join us in congratulating these young artists by taking a listen to
On the Shoulders of Giants - winners of Supernova.com's
Break Your Band and a $25,000 Development Deal!
