CHADSKO

Chadsko are one of the top original unsigned bands in Ireland growing from strength to strength since February 2005. They are a 5-piece band from Derry that create sweet catchy funky toe-tapping acoustic sounds, backed up by beautifully toned 4-part harmonies. They have evolved from being an ordinary pub band into a fully fledged, professional and polished musical act, capable of impressing any audience and encouraging any age group to swing and sing, do the Chadsko thing.‘Their sound conjures images of summertime, even on the coldest of winter nights’ (Juliann Campbell- Derry Journal)‘Their fiery and hot sound certainly warmed up the crowd, and practically everyone I met agreed they rocked a seriously funky set.’ (Pat-Scot Graham- Liverpool Student Newspaper)‘Being at a Chadsko concert is like being at a summer street festival’ (Stephen McCauley- BBC Radio Foyle)The 5 members of Chadsko are: Denis McLaughlin ( guitar/vocals), Caolán McLaughlin (keys/backing vocals), Oisin Cannon (electric guitar/vocals), Paddy Danagher (bass guitar/backing vocals) and Scott McGettigan (percussion).‘The distribution of duties within the band is not only admirable, but desirable, in an age where the standard formation of singer- then band reigns supreme. They change face for every song, reinforcing the depth and breadth of their talent.’ (Robert Macintosh- Belfast Beat Magazine)Since reaching the all-Ireland final of the Global Battle of the Bands contest in November 2005, Chadsko have proved beyond a shadow of doubt that they can hold their own when performing alongside the greatest unsigned bands in Ireland. Such is their widespread popularity in the city of Derry, it’s no wonder everyone in the audience seems to know all the lyrics and sings along to every song. Trumpet player, Linley Hamilton (worked with The Commitments, Van Morrison and Paul Brady) has also performed along side them and Bruised Fruit Promotions, based in Belfast have taken huge interest in promoting Chadsko. The band wowed audiences in February 2006 in Ballymena so much that they earned themselves 1st place in the Ballymena Battle of the Bands and to top it all off they have just recently performed alongside 13 of the most elite bands in the North of Ireland in the ‘Northern Ireland: Next Generation’ band showcase which took place in London at the end of last April. Chadsko have had a great Summer playing at festivals such as the Carlow Arts Festival, The Glasgowburry Music Festival, and The Gasyard Féile; and they’ve been asked back to every one. Chadsko receive great reviews in the local papers and radio play regularly, in such cities as Derry, Belfast and Liverpool. Their debut 5-track EP, ‘Catchin Myself On’ was recorded mixed and mastered by them all.‘ While you’re listening so intently, take time to notice the catchy brilliance of Denis Mc Laughlin’s ‘Government Slave’, which tells the tale of life working hard all week so you can blow your money at the weekend on whatever takes your fancy.’ (Juliann Campbell-Derry Journal)Chadsko are fine favourites of everyone that experiences one of their shows so it’s now time to check them out for yourselves! You can look them up on their website: www.chadsko.com. As they like to say, ‘Lets go Chadsko frisco disco lets go swing and sing do the Chadsko thing’!!