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Chris Dobson

About Me

I've been playing since 1984. Blank..vocals and saxophone) Ska and Reggae.Cockleshell Heroes 1987-1991 (vocals) Post Punk/new Rock.Bogg 1991-1994 (vocals and guitar) Alternative assault. Not loud but chaotic.Capgun 1994-2000 (vocals, guitar songwriter) Alt rock/shoegazer/atmosheric pop.Chris Dobson (singer/songwriter/only musician) Want to write any type of song that I like. Record everything at home and produced through my own label, Orphan Records. This label will concentrate on artists who record and produce for themselves using whatever means within their budget. I'm looking for artists who love what they do.My influences run from early Punk to everything that's just about left of centre. My rock heroes are Joe Strummer, Greg Dulli, Jeff Buckley, The Pixies, Bob Marley and many many more...src="http://www.steelcitymusic.ca/images/banners/orph an.gif" border="0"

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Member Since: 4/10/2006
Band Website: orphanrecords.ca
Band Members: No members but I am playing live with my good friend Paul White who is an excellent and very enthusiastic musician. We use his great saxophone skills in the live show as well as his fine guitar abilities.

Influences: The Clash Joe Strummer Dinosaur Jr. Matthew Sweet Anyone who does what they want.
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Record Label: Orphan Records
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Last night's gig at the Legendary Red Rooster Vintage Cafe

I had a great time at the LRRVC last night in Burlington.  Thanks to all the folks who came out to the show.  The people that work there are especially great!  Love the soundguy.  ...
Posted by Chris Dobson on Thu, 12 Jul 2007 05:49:00 PST

Saturday night at Ciao Edies Roxxx

I had a great time playing solo at Ciao Edies Saturday night.  What a great little venue.  I hope to play there again soon.  Solo gigs are alot of fun and less stressful than I thought....
Posted by Chris Dobson on Mon, 18 Jun 2007 12:57:00 PST

My new song

Thanks to everyone who listened to both versions on my new track.  It seems that there is a division along gender lines.  Women like the first version and men like the second version.  ...
Posted by Chris Dobson on Fri, 01 Jun 2007 05:40:00 PST

I will need help.

So, I've just posted a new song.  It is the mix that my wife prefers.  I am going to post another mix that has another guitar part to it.  I like that one better.  I'm hoping that ...
Posted by Chris Dobson on Tue, 01 May 2007 05:03:00 PST

Finally something is happening

I spent the whole day recording a new song.  I feel revitalised.  I've had new stuff written for a while but never had the chance to record.  It was great using the new equipment and fi...
Posted by Chris Dobson on Wed, 18 Apr 2007 06:09:00 PST

Favourite Albums

Here is a list of many of my favourite albums of all time.  I still listen to them over and over.  Of course there are hundreds of albums that I listen to but these just keep coming back to ...
Posted by Chris Dobson on Tue, 20 Mar 2007 08:03:00 PST

What will 2007 bring?

Well its near the end of January and not much has happened in 2007.  No gigs lined up for the moment but I'm working on some new stuff at long last. I've got 3 new songs written and now I ju...
Posted by Chris Dobson on Wed, 24 Jan 2007 10:52:00 PST

My show on November 12

Let me tell you about the show on August 12 at Club Absinthe.  This is by no means a reflection on the promoter, Maria who books for the Binary showcase on Sunday nights at Club Absinthe. I'd lik...
Posted by Chris Dobson on Tue, 14 Nov 2006 06:46:00 PST

My show at Clintons

Had a great show Tuesday night (Oct 17) at Clintons.  Paul was in fine form that night and I have to say it was the best gig ever!  For those of you who could not make it to the show here is...
Posted by Chris Dobson on Thu, 19 Oct 2006 01:06:00 PST

You can hear some other songs!!!

I know I've had the same songs up for a long time.  I'll probably keep them there for a while.  I'm still selling my CD.  If you want to hear a couple of different tunes from the CD the...
Posted by Chris Dobson on Wed, 20 Sep 2006 10:06:00 PST