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About Me


Aivar (eye-var) is a contemporary music band that was conceived in the summer of 2006. The concept was to have a Reggae foundation and fluidly blend Rock, Ska, Blues, and Folk to create a positively charged unique sound. Since each member comes from a different backround wtih their own styles, members Chris Reed, Jacques Bicket-Belet, Matt Gonzalez, & Josh Gardner have been able to put this concept into affect. From their positive lyrics and optimistic attitude, Aivar brings a message that is well needed and extremely refreshing. This has led them to perform at premiere venues in the South Bay Area such as opening for The English Beat on the Main Stage at the Catalyst Club in Santa Cruz, CA, as well as Opening for International act Collie Buddz @ the Avalon in Santa Clara, CA, as well as sharing the stage with Mystic Roots, Irration, Tomorrows Bad Seeds & many more. In 2008, Aivar was voted the 2nd Best Local Band by readers of the METRO Magazine:
-Metro Silicon Valley, September 24-30, Best of Reviews.
A full article featuring Aivar in the Campbell Reporter Newspaper, and the opportunity to play for over 3,000 people at Arrowfest 2008 were two of many more accomplishments to follow after the METRO Magazine Award. Networking with local organizations such as Dub Rock Records and Left Coast Boardwear has also benefited the band's progress in many ways. Aivar is currently recording their full-length album in Campbell at Thriving Artist Studios, and plans to begin touring the West Coast in mid-2009. Thier goal is to reach as many people as possible and to evoke their feel good message to the world.
Booking Information:
(408) 406-0328
[email protected]

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 13/09/2007
Band Website: aivarmusic.com
Band Members:
Chris Reed (Lead Vocals/Saxophone/Harmonica)

Jacques Bickett-Belét (Bass Guitar/Guitar/Backup Vocals)

Matt Gonzalez (Guitar/ Vocals/Keys/Bass Guitar)

Josh Gardner (Drums/Percussion)

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Influences: Bob Marley, Manu Chao, Sublime, 311, Incubus, B.B. KING, James Brown, Tryo, Gypsy Kings, Ben Harper, Blind Boys of Alabama, Salt n Pepa, Damian Marley, Matisyahu, Ali Farke Toure, Dub FX, Dispatch, Steel Pulse, The Beatles, Paul Simon, Sightly Stoopid, Burning Spear, Bob Dylan, Cream, Dave Mathews Band, The Doobie Brothers, The Expendables, 880 South, Fishbone, Groundation, Charlie Parker, Jack Johnson, John Mayer, Jimmy Hendrix, Carlos Santana, Los Lonely Boys, Led Zeppelin, The Mermen, The Funk Brothers, Mikey Dread, No Doubt, Ozomatli, Mystic Roots Band, Braddigan, Pete Francis, NOFX, The Police, RX Bandits, Crown City Rockers, State Radio, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Tenacious D, The Doors, Tool, Johnny Cash, Toots & The Maytals, The Who, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Steely Dan, Rage Against The Machine, Eek-A-Mouse, Alan Jackson, The Beautiful Girls, Pepper, Muddy Waters, Louis Armstrong, Arethra Franklin, The Mad Caddies, Lee "Scratch" Perry, Jackson 5, The Rolling Stones, Easy Star All-Stars, Metallica, Authority Zero, The Blues Brothers, Guns 'n Roses, and you.
Sounds Like: Sounds like us.
Record Label: EyeVar Productions
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

"Heineken"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxPCrTjYQ2s An oldie - but a goodie - One of the retired Aivar songz
Posted by on Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:44:00 GMT

Get Pre-Sale Tickets for July 3rd here!!!

Hi Everyone,The link here is where you can buy pre-sale tickets for our July 3rd show @ The Catalyst. We will be opening for EEK-A-MOUSE! Come out and support!EEK-A-MOUSE pre sale tickets!
Posted by on Tue, 23 Jun 2009 04:06:00 GMT

"Three lil Birds"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4h2H-10IbRE A lil Acoustic Action by Chris & Matt
Posted by on Fri, 24 Apr 2009 00:42:00 GMT

"Rundown"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heydYWyf1f0 Summer of 2008 Pool Party - i know it was last year - but what the hell - here it is !
Posted by on Fri, 24 Apr 2009 00:41:00 GMT

"Be Free" @ CafeLift March 11, 2009

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCp18bJVtD0 another fun one for ya !
Posted by on Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:43:00 GMT

Waiting in Vain

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLjIWnxo1kg Cute lil Bob Cover
Posted by on Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:53:00 GMT

Aivar in the news

After being Voted Silicon Valley's 2nd Best Band, The Magazine threw together some words to help describe Aivar.... And here it is Folks"AIVAR Kicking out mellow Cal-reggae grooves with, more than a ...
Posted by on Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:40:00 GMT

AIVAR - WOW ! Check it

As you all know Aivar is a busy upcoming band working their asses off for your pleasure.The fellas have been in the Studio recording their Full Length Album and right about ready to start mixing it do...
Posted by on Sat, 20 Sep 2008 23:06:00 GMT

DUB ROCK RECORDS & LEFT COAST BOARDWEAR DEAL!!!!!

Just worked out a deal with Dub Rock Records & Left Coast Boardwear so more savy awesome stuff to come with this collaboration! Scope out their shit in our top friends list and keep posted woo party!
Posted by on Mon, 12 May 2008 16:19:00 GMT

April 08 UPDATE: Gigs, SOCAL Spring Trip, and Whats Next?...

Recently:Well we filled the Voodoo Lounge in San Jose, CA with triple-digit numbers, have recorded at SJSU, and at SoundWave Studios in Oakland, CA. The band has made appearances on radio stations suc...
Posted by on Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:15:00 GMT