[--January.13th @ The El Mocambo Show Preview--]

 

 This blog is to preview our Thursday.January.13th-2011 on the 2nd floor at the world renowned El Mocambo!! We are very pleased to return to the El Mocambo, we held a previous show there Nov.28th-2010 on the main floor. This time we will have the pleasure of a new environment as we head to the 2nd floor and host our
"New Year's Revolution" show.

The El Mocambo is a very famous venue. It was opened as a music venue in 1850. The building was first used as a haven for escaped slaves. The name and famous El Mocambo palm tree sign were erected in 1946. It was one of the first establishments in Toronto to obtain a liquor license. Musical acts appeared on separate stages located on the main and second floor of the building. Our show will take place on the 2nd stage in the upstairs El Mocambo.

Many famous artists have graced both the El Mocambo stages, The Rolling Stones, U2, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Blondie, The Ramones, Jimi Hendrix, Meatloaf, Elvis Costello, and the list goes on!! Below are some live shots at the El Mocambo of some of the previously mentioned artists.

(Top Left-Meatloaf, Top Right-Blondie, Bottom Left-Rolling Stones, Bottom Right Elvis Costello)

[The Performers]

(7:00PM)

Caitlin Burgess will be opening our show at 7PM. So lucky for all you coming upon opening of the show, you will be greeted by the acoustic folk singer/songwriter. Caitlin was born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario. She now lives in Toronto, working and playing music in and around the city. Her first album I Know It's You was independently released in June 2008.Caitlin can sometimes be found playing with other bands such as The Sweet Peas. Her influences include everything and anything from Bob Dylan to Pearl Jam, but mostly female folk singers like Patty Griffin, Sarah McLachlan & Schuyler Fisk. Caitlin Burgess amazing voice will put you in a good mood that will last through the night and beyond. So don't miss her performance. 7PM she will be on the stage doing what she loves.

 Check Out Caitlin Burgess At www.Myspace.Com/Caitlin Burgess Or "Caitlin Burgess" On Facebook

(7:30PM)

Sing Bandana Singh is a Toronto based three piece alternative/rock group. Lead singer Bandana Singh described there sound as "Alternative and rock meets Indian classical" The band says they are heavily influenced by punk, north Indian classical vocals and the full spectrum of human emotions. Led by Bandana Singh, who plays distorted guitars and who has a full-bodied voice, the songs embrace gritty, anxious city living, cultural contact zones and troubled pasts. The songs on the upcoming self-titled demo are thematically linked by the colour violet - dark, brooding, feminine and aggressive. Jason and Josh complete the Sing Bandana Singh line up. Jason creates the intricate rhythm work on drums and Josh creates the haunting counter melodies with his bass guitar. Currently based in Toronto, Sing Bandana Singh is always looking for a place to perform there set of music.

 Check Out Sing Bandana Singh At www.Myspace.Com/SingBandanaSingh Or "Sing Bandana Singh" On Facebook

(8:00PM)

If your thinking the name and face look familiar, that's because you are recognizing him from his on stage appearance with rap artist "Brizz"(whom he produces for) from our November.28th-2010 "Battle Against Cancer" concert at the El Mocambo(1st Floor) Producer/Songwriter/Rapper/Singer. Those are the four things that you can call Batista. He is going to bring those Singing/Rapping skills to the stage in the 8:00PM spot.As a producer he has worked with Toronto, Ontario Juno Award-winning Canadian reggae artist Snow, and Batista is always looking to take on new talent. Fans of Daniel Batista have been quoted as saying "he has a blend of so many different artist's its his own thing" Don't miss Batista doing his thing at 8PM.

Check Out Batista At www.Myspace.Com/DBatistaMusic Or "Batista Music" On Facebook

 (8:30PM)

Spanish Rock!! Disputa is Mario Garay on vocals and drums, Omar Bruno on vocals and guitar, and Brian Richards rounding out the trio on bass.  These are 3 gentlemen that just love to play music, great music!! The band describes themselves as 'a new, refreshing alternative in a world full of monotone melodies and slow tempo songs which follow a temporary fad" On there myspace they describe there music as "Straight forward punk rock" But Disputa is not just any punk rock band, they have a twist, what's the twist? Most of there songs are sung in spanish!! Mario and Bruno choose to become a mostly spanish rock band because they wanted to stay true to there origins.
Check Out Disputa At www.Myspace.Com/Disputa Or "Disputa" On Facebook

 (9:30PM)

 

Viral Spiral is a alternative rock band out of Toronto, Ontario. Leading them on vocals and guitar is front man Rob Northy, Shawn Salik is the bands drums, and the 3rd member of the trio is bassist Jason Hall.  We look forward to a strong set from Rob, Shawn, and Jason!! 
Check Out Viral Spiral At www.Myspace.Com/ViralSpiralBand

(10:00)PM

The House Of coconuts are Mike Peters on drums,Skyelar Pollack on vocals, Mike Perrotti on guitar and backing vocals, Cecil Eugene also on guitar and backing vocals, and Eric Bozzer on bass. We had the pleasure of having these great 5 musicians play out November.28th "Battle Against Cancer" show in the downstairs El Mocambo, and they were fantastic!! We are very excited to have the guys back. House Of Coconuts will be showcasing there very solid tunes, and i can promise you they will leave you very satisfied. Don't miss these great musicians doing what they do best at 10PM.

Check Out House Of Coconuts At www.Myspace.Com/HouseOfCoconuts Or "House Of Coconuts" On Facebook

E-Mail: HouseOfCoconut@Gmail.Com

In Closing:

I would like to thank you for reading our January.13th-2011-Heroic Entertainment Present's "New Year's Revolution' at the El Mocambo(2nd Floor) And we hope to see a great turn out, take care and see you after the show for the review!!

Written By: Michael McCafferty

Heroic Entertainment Is Michael McCafferty & Shane Barrett.

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