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Tickets: $15 (cash only please)
at Bluestreak Records, 444 George St. N. Peterborough
(705) 742-6078
In just six short years, groundbreaking Inuk throat singer,
Tanya Tagaq Gillis, has brought an ancient Inuit vocal
game to the heights of the experimental music scene. She's
collaborated with Bjork and the Kronos Quartet and toured
with some of the world's leading global artists.
Like Bjork, Tagaq makes music that is both decidedly unusual
and universally appealing on a most primal level. Her innovative,
solo style of throat singing seeks to push the boundaries
of emotion and to express the primitive instincts she believes
still reside deep within our flesh. She describes her evolution
over the past six years as a process of going deeper and deeper
into her performance to the point where she virtually "leaves
her body" and lets the expression take over.
Visit www.tanyatagaq.com
and her myspace
Deeply rooted in their laid back coastal
lifestyle, their unique world class sound has earned Australian
group OKA a reputation as a ' stand out ' live act.
With their energetic and musically diverse performances, their
huge underground following has been attributed to their fusion
of eclectic world sounds: roots, dub, reggae, jazz and organic
electronica.
Woven into their percussive chillout dance-grooves, the Yidaki's
(didgeridoo's) pulsates a rhythmic and powerful tribal heartbeat.
This magical instrument, originates from an amazing people
and incredible land - Australia. From this ancient culture
comes Stu boga Fergie. A descendent of the Yakin Andu
people, Stu was given the nickname 'DidgeriSTU' at
a young age after his elders admired his ability and respect
for this instrument.
A storyteller in the tradition of his ancestors, didgeriStu's
ability to express the spirituality of his land and his people
has made him into a powerful voice for young indigenous Australians.
His presence and Yidaki-playing skills will draw you in and
connect you to his land and his people, creating a cultural
experience as well as a musical one.
Chris Lane brings many different flavours to the mix,
a multi-instrumentalist with melodies drawn from his love
of Ancient India and inspired by the beauty of the many and
varied cultures of this Earth.
Together, the OKA boys reflect the multicultural landscape
in Australia, exploring and celebrating the fusion of cultures
within a musical context. The essence of their music is a
spontaneous creation - no two gigs are ever the same as their
live improvisation shapes each song into a beautiful and mystical
soundscape. They create their own utopia, their vibe is infectious.
It will rock your body and move your soul.
With numerous critically acclaimed performances, like the
2007 Montreal Jazz festival (Canada), the last three years
at Woodford Folk festival and the Dreaming Festival (Australia),
their " must see " live shows reveal their epic
sound, and are winning them audiences all around the globe.
Visit okamusic.com
Séan
Conway is a Peterborough musician with strong ties in
and around the local music scene. He is a constant presence
at several of the cafes and venues in Peterborough and has
shared the stage with several big-name indie acts such as;
Ohbijou, Timbre Timber and Mariposa.
He records prolifically from his bedroom recording studio
with hours
upon hours of recorded demos, covers, experiments and projects.
He is currently supporting his last collection "Mockingbird
Wish Me Luck"
and is tapping away at the follow-up collection that has yet
to be
titled.
On stage, Conway uses a loop station and guitar to create
overdubbed sounds, lovely soundscapes and interesting vibrations
to accompany his songs that often explore; spirits, nature,
harmonium and chaos.
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Sarah DeCarlo is a singer/songwriter/guitar
player and filmmaker born and raised in Peterborough,
Ontario.
Her songs have been described as unique, catchy and
soulful exhibiting both depth and meaning.
Her live performance manifests her ability to connect
with an audience and capture their attention.
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Her influences include Buffy Sainte-Marie, Tracy Chapman,
Blondie, The Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Pixies and Cat Power
to name a few.
Sarah is building her performance experience. In November
of 2007 she performed with her band Spread Eagle at
the ANDVPA Grateful event, at The Hard Rock Café
in Toronto, where she was also selected to screen her
short film, "Shut'er Down,"
The evening included such well renowned indigenous
talent as Happy Frejo, Don Amero, Lucie Idlout, Quese
IMC, Daybi and Digging Roots.
Sarah was featured in the most recent music edition
of Spirit Magazine where she was noted as, "a refreshing
presence on the music scene - a genuine songwriter with
heart and talent." Her song, Oh My Soul,
was included in the Spirit CD Compilation,Warrior Songs,
Songs for the Frontline which featured singles
from many established indigenous artists.
Sarah was invited to perform at the Spirit Magazine
Party at The Silver Dollar in Toronto in May 2007 as
an opening act for Liam Titcomb and Digging Roots. She
also performed at "Beats and Braids" in Peterborough
on a bill with Skeena Reese, Kinnie Star and Tanya Tagaq
Gillis.
She was awarded a grant by the Ontario Arts Council
to produce a CD in December of 2006. Sarah was also
a participant in the Aboriginal Music Program in March
2008.
Sarah incorporates film and image into her music and
live performance and in October of 2007 performed at
an event featuring Terrance Houle, Tammy Lin Foreman
and Lester Alfonso. This event showcased the use of
live performance/audio with image. Sarah maintains a
strong commitment to improving her musical skills in
anyway she can, she enjoys collaborating and any opportunity
to become better at her craft.
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