Influenced by other bands in the local indie scene such as Angry Agency, Skratch 3, The Delegates, Keepin6, and the Flatliners, The Big Man Himself continued to refine their musical skills and songs. They played several shows around the GTA and won awards such as People's Choice and 2nd Place in Supernova Battle of the Bands. Always willing to help out a good cause, the Big Man Himself also played for several charities, including CCSK8, an organization dedicated to building a skatepark for the youth in Caledon.
After releasing their E.P., Packing the Heat, in September 2006 and getting attention from a couple radio stations in Ontario and Quebec and getting mentioned in Do the Dog Skazine in England, the Big Man Himself decided it was time to add more complexity to their sound. In January 2007, Lydia and Jess Ferg were introduced on Tenor and Baritone Sax respectively, along with Mike on Trombone, and The Big Man Himself began recording All or Nothing, not even six months after Packing the Heat. Mike didn't stay in the band, however, deciding the life didn't suit his already busy schedule. Tyler Campbell filled the void in late March 2007 with his amazing skills on Trumpet and Trombone.
In July 2007, the Big Man Himself had to say goodbye to Dan and introduced Traven Smith on the drums. The result was a tighter, more professional sound, and the band finished recording All or Nothing by August 2007.
October 20, 2007, only one year and one month from the Big Man Himself's previous release, All or Nothing was released in Bolton, the first c.d. release show of eight. The Big Man Himself teamed up with Corporation to release their c.d.s in Bolton, Oshawa, Brantford, Barrie, Chatham, Newmarket, Brampton, and London. The c.d. got great fan response and will be reviewed in the next issue of Do the Dog skazine.
The Big Man Himself shows no signs of slowing down! Their single from All or Nothing, Ballin' was played on 102.1 the Edge's Punk-o-rama on Jan 15th and played again during the Indie Hour on Jan 16th. They are currently working on songs for their next release, Packing the Horns, which will feature songs from Packing the Heat rerecorded with horns and also feature two songs that have never been recorded: Elephant and Bombs and Children. The Big Man Himself also hopes to have another full-length released in October/November of 2008, as well as create a couple of music videos for songs off of All or Nothing. They have been developing a street team, which will hopefully release a zine, "Skids, Kids and Big Man Lids", an updater on the Big Man Himself and the ska music scene in the GTA.
The Big Man Himself has gone from playing under their influences to playing beside them. For such a young band, they have accomplished a great deal, approaching their work with energy, professionalism, and enthusiasm. Look out for them in the future!
The Big Man Himself has had the pleasure to share the stage with such bands as Silverstein, The Flatliners, illScarlett, The Johnstones, Keepin 6', The Knockouts The Expos, Angry Agency, Skratch 3, The Next Best Thing, The Heatskores, Staylefish, Cheap Suits, Corporation, Stop Drop n Skank, Action League Now!, Highschool Heist, Ceremonial Snips and many more.
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We support several causes such as: cancer, AIDS, diabetes and many more. From raising money for skateboard parks to helping to find a cure, The Big Man Himself is always down for playing charities! If you want us to play a benefit, we are always interested, especially if it's local. Just message us!
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