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FEATURE BAND 1
TENTH PLANET
This band was formed originally in 1998 with the direction of Brian Paul, rock guitarist, a native of Toronto's far west, after having been involved with many musical projects and who had released five albums under various monikers prior to meeting Martin Ouellette. Ouellette had sung with symphonies and bar bands and had worked in both acting and writing. Varied name and personnel changes were shortly to follow.In 2000, this duo became a triumvirate with the addition of Nic Vurro, another Toronto native, this time from the far east, and another veteran of the local rock scene as both a lead guitarist and as a bass player; he had also written and recorded soundtrack material for several films. Traditionally-trained drummer Glenn Neath landed shortly afterwards. Neath, who is also from eastern Toronto, played in a slew of bands throughout the mega-city before finally joining forces with Tenth Planet in 2002.Tenth Planet have currently completed their first full-length, yet untitled album with Ex-Tea Party Frontman Jeff Martin. Two weeks this past Spring were spent with Martin at Toronto's Orange Lounge Studios. Martin, who recorded the band's last critically acclaimed EP, The Prophet Curse, takes full production credits on the new album, as well as co-writing the first release from the album "Line in the Sand."From personal experience, to hear this band live is something you won't forget. I attended their show at The Bovine recently and it was nothing short of mesmerizing. The originality of their music, energy, lyrics and melody mixed with dark rock was brilliant. There was an underlying current of electricity to their music and I envisioned much larger venues in the future. Oulette's vocals are powerhouse and blew me away, his range versatile, softer when required, but also able to light The Bovine on fire with bright surges of emotional intensity and energy.Weeks later, their performance and songs still resonate within me. This band is going places fast, please check them out today if you have a chance at http://www.myspace.com/songsofthetenthplanet (Top Friends)FEATURE BAND 2
STEALING SUNDAY
The feature for Stealing Sunday can now be found under the Reviews/Features section at www.megamusictoronto.comSebastian Bach (Top Friends) with "By Your Side" a song dedicated to his father who passed away. This song really touches me especially after I saw and heard him live and singing it with many of his family members around me just after his step-mom passed away too. The tears flowed from many in the audience but he sang it beautifully. This song is on his new CD called "Angel Down". He has one of the most amazing voices I have ever heard and originally started out in Toronto, but now lives in New Jersey when he's not touring. He's someone who followed his dreams in music despite many telling him not to and has also appeared on Broadway many times and on television. Love ya Baz, always will! Go out and buy "Angel Down", its an excellent album, getting rave reviews.If you are new to the music industry, do it like Baz did, ignore the people that tell you that you can't do it and follow your dreams, it won't come to you though, you have to make it happen...ABOUT MEG-A MUSIC TORONTO
MEG-A MUSIC TORONTO has been created by Mary-Elizabeth Gilbert, someone who LOVES music. I have taken up songwriting and I am beginning to work on a debut CD. As any musician knows, this is no easy task, there are many steps to the process and it won't happen overnight. I thought as I learned the process, I would share it with others too.Just after joining MySpace in 2006 to support the band of a friend of mine, I discovered a whole new world of music I never knew about and fell in love with so many bands and people in such a short time. There is so much talent out here that you never hear about, in particular Indie Bands. Already I have heard so many new and existing artists that I love and discover more each day. I am truly amazed with the music being showcased on MySpace.The idea of MEG-A MUSIC TORONTO is to promote Indie bands either playing in Toronto or the Toronto area. Whether you are a musician located right here in Toronto or coming to Toronto or the surrounding area to play, I want to know about it. Promote your music right here. Leave a comment and guide someone to your music today. I also like to promote Canadian independent music in general, so come on in and lets have some fun!If you are someone who is a musician and/or just loves music and wants to write about a show you have seen or a band or solo artist that you love, even post pictures, post a comment or send an e-mail, please do so, I would love to hear from you! We can all help each other out and also get to know each other a little along the way!Let our family of music lovers begin, this journey should be nothing short of fantastic so come on in, enjoy the ride and make yourself right at home........Much Love Always,Mary aka Mary-Elizabeth Gilbert
Creator & Founder (Top Friends)
MEG-A MUSIC TORONTO IS NOW INVOLVED IN THE FOLLOWING:Promotions, Special Events (in particular charitable which is close to my heart) & Possible Bookings - the new website is now up!Later this year you can look forward to a mini Meg-a Music Toronto podcast as we go around town listening to bands and musicians perform in Toronto and speak to some of them after their performances. Go to www.megamusictoronto.com, there will be a lot more happening there in the future!INDIECAN MUSIC (internet radio show) - Media Relations & Special Events Co-ordinator, Promoter, SponsorTORONTO INDEPENDENT MUSIC AWARDS - Judge, Promoter, SponsorINDIE WEEK - Judge, Promoter, Proud SupporterTOONAGE MAGAZINE - Proud SupporterCANADIAN MUSIC ROCKS - Contributor, Promoter, SponsorSUN TV CANOE LIVE - LIVE SPOT FOR CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK. Offered monthly indie spot on show.CANADIAN MUSIC WEEK - Interviews, Reviews, PromoterNORTH BY NORTHEAST - Reviews, PromoterPARAGONYX ENTERTAINMENT - Proud SupporterMany more collaborations happening and to come...