TIM WHALEN

Tim Whalen was born in New Brunswick, Canada. Tim’s earliest memories of singing are in the church choir and at the many East Coast kitchen parties. When Tim arrived in Ontario in his early teens, he went on to study music vocally. He’s been in many bands ever since. Although country and Celtic music are part of his earliest influences, his fondest memories are those of early rock and heavy metal.
Music History
Blackwell {1990-1996}
In 1990 Tim joined the band “Blackwell“, a rock band with obvious southern influences, and played extensively throughout Ontario and Quebec. Tim released an EP with Blackwell in 1995, entitled "Coming Undone“. The release generated fan interest as well as some radio play in Southern Ontario.
Face First (Whalen) {2000-2002}
Collaborating with Dan Benoit on “Face First“, Tim started his first project in many years. Self-financed, and with a lot of help from Simon Head, Tim released a CD5 called “Whalen”.
Baroque {2003-2005}
Tim started writing with Liam Anderson in 2003, which resulted in the formation of punk/metal band “Baroque“. Within a year of forming, Baroque released “Reborn“. “Reborn” is still available through iTunes, and online at indiepool .
The No Jimmiez {2006-2007}
In 2006 Tim joined punk band “The No Jimmiez“, famous for their yearly “Monster Jam”. They recorded and released 3 bootleg Cds aptly known as the basement recordings. The last entitled “Welcome to the Party“.
In Recent Life…
Tim Whalen is also composing with his brother Tommy. Tim currently resides in Toronto, Ontario.