In the vein of such artists as The Boards of Canada, Front Line Assembly, Front 242, and Brian Eno, Cold Warning brings a fresh and original style of electronic,experimental-ambient music to the scene.

In a few words the music could be described as the beautification of isolation and abstraction

Combining organic instrumentation with original field recordings, synths and rhythms, Cold Warning, aka Trevor Brawn brings together his experiences and emotions growing up in the eclectic, artistically and culturally diverse Canadian city of Halifax Nova Scotia during the 80's where he was heavily influenced by the music of Gary Numan, Simple Minds, Peter Gabriel and an exhaustive list of others.

Cold Warning brings a style of composition and focus that undeniably links him to his early influences while setting him apart at the same time. Continuous experimentation and manipulation of sound has seen his music appear in television programs such as the History Channel's "Beyond the Da Vinci Code", A & E's Biography, VH1 and many others.

I don't have or belong to any band, and I never have. I'm just having some fun creating music, because I love to do it. That's it. Now that the Internet allows more sharing, I'm posting some of my creations for others to hear. Who knows? Maybe someone will even like some of it!

I do not record my music in a studio. I use what basic equipment I have at home; which includes a Yamaha electric piano, Kawaii acoustic piano, Yamaha and Casio keyboards, some guitars, Boss8 digital recorder, reel-to-reel and cassette recorders, CD burner/duplicator, small mixer, and a PC with music editing software.

I enjoy just sitting at the piano and playing whatever comes to me; sort of "ad-libbing" of melodies, harmonies, riffs, voices, even occasional oddities, including "mistakes". Are those real mistakes, or are they intended? Hmmmmm....who knows?

I find this approach to composing music to be more rewarding for me than trying to stick to traditional composition regimens. Besides, it is certainly easier than writing and re-writing music notation, and my hope is that it will also be rewarding to some who might hear it like I hear it. I'm sure not everyone will, but that's ok.

As they say "it is what it is!"

Feel free to offer any comments, suggestions, constructive criticisms, and the like.
Thanks!
w1z11

Tovio was born into an Athapascan Indian village in Alaska, raised partially in rural Kenya, in an 8 story commune in Chicago, at a new age retreat center in BFE Michigan, and in a poisonous factory town close to Flint, Michigan. He has dropped out of college numerous times and has traveled extensively around the world playing shows, performing in circuses and busking. He writes songs about the fallacy of the American Dream, sea life, dinosaurs and other important topics.
He is a resident artist at the Arcos Azules Gallery (http://www.arcosazules.org) in the Five Points neighborhood of Denver and is currently booking a european tour for February 2009. Accordion and tap shoes.

•  Like a bowl of chicken...

It all started a couple years ago. It was a bit strange to start getting airplay before I'd ever performed in front of an audience. Sure it was a little weird hearing my songs on the radio while I was still in the studio recording my EP. Yeah, it was quite surprising to know that the songs I was recording just for the sake of having a record of my own music were out there reaching others.

Still... we appreciate what falls in our lap.

Since that crazy year we've played all sorts of great shows.

As of today, the second CD is half finished and features no less than 4 drummers.

Somehow I ended up playing bass on Sweet Misery... something to do with a last minute change and a 5 string.

We've gone through a few drummers, but we think Doug will stick around!

He's also a paramedic. I met Doug for the first time AFTER I had already recorded "Sweet Misery".

So what? Oh... Sweet Misery features a line about a paramedic rushing to the - nevermind... wait for the track to be released.

We like Ibanez.

Our first drummer is now a guitar player and sings in a punkish band. It's not as bad as when you find out your ex came out of the closet after they dumped you though.

Jonathan plays bass. He's like a musician magnet. I think he gets propositioned by bands at every show we play. Most times they actually want him to play bass.

We found our drummer on Craigs List of all things. I can't remember how much we got paid by his last band.

Mickael is the singer guy and guitar player. Someone recently told him he rocks it old school. He hasn't quite recovered from that yet.

Jonathan likes film, video game music, and Sleeps with Matches.

Doug likes Jägermeister, his new tattoos and Tool.

Mike likes science, family, and a little ecclecticism.

Sure there's more, but you'll have to give Jonathan a hug at the next show... he'll tell you more at that time.

Ape Fight is a band like no other Featuring members of the seasoned bands Elefant & Radio 4 combined with the retarded unprofessionalism of Don Ape, Mr. Gamble , M1 and Chuck Steak this band will show you why you should make a band. Ditching the rule book and pushing the line of decency, Ape Fight will make you wanna Laugh, Fight, Drink and Fuck. for more info and more music go to: www.apefight.com

“The artist is the creator of beautiful things. Those who find ugly meanings in beautiful things are corrupt without being charming. This is a fault. Those who find beautiful meanings in beautiful things are the cultivated. For these there is hope. They are the elect to whom beautiful things mean only beauty.”
- Wilde, Oscar.

Dorian’s Gray exists to reveal beauty, truth, and art. Their lyrics are often sexually liberating, at other times satirical, and often designed to expose religious hypocrisy. While their music is not designed for any grand socio-political purpose, the artists are not afraid to speak out for what they believe in. With passionate lyrics, gut-wrenching vocals, pulsing synths, devastating bass-lines, and blood-spattering beats, the beauty that is Dorian’s Gray is music for the elect, to whom beautiful things mean only beauty. Dorian’s Gray is a group of artistic individuals working together to create something beautiful through their musical talents. The result is a sound that is entirely their own, somewhere in the gray area between industrial rock, electro, EBM (Electronic Body Music), and trip hop.

"All art is at once surface and symbol"
- Wilde, Oscar.

Dorian’s Gray represents the shadow of Dorian Gray, a man whose soul is not reflected by his body, but by a portrait of his very soul. With the upcoming release of their double album, A Picture of Sin and The Sin Itself, Dorian’s Gray creates a picture of life’s shadows, sorrows, its trials and tribulations, with some hint of its pleasures, and beauty

"All art is quite useless."
- Wilde, Oscar (The Picture of Dorian Gray)

Wade Mosher has made music his life since he was only 12 years old. He is known for his songwriting & guitar skills and he’s also a respected producer, singer & programmer. Starting in the early ‘80’s, Wade has toured Canada, the US & Europe playing in Rock, Country, Blues, Skiffle and Punk bands.

In 1995, Wade Mosher released his debut, self-titled CD that received airplay in Canada, Turkey & Arkansas. Promoting the album & touring followed until 1997. Sales have reached over 3500 thus far, mostly from word of mouth. This record has been likened to John Hiatt, Steve Earle, Bruce Springsteen, Dire Straits, Warren Zevon and Lyle Lovett.

Wade’s fans have been asking for recordings of his guitar playing for years, so in 2001 recording began for his next CD ‘Doesn’t Play Well With Others’. The instrumental record of 12 cuts was released in 2002. The record has gotten some great reviews & feedback. It’s been available online since 2006 and is selling well. Though Wade’s style is undeniable, nods to Danny Gatton, Brian Setzer, Mark Knopfler, Chopin, Brian May, Dick Dale & Scotty Moore can be heard throughout. As Wade humbly puts it, “I just take what those guys did, simplify the difficult parts & hope nobody notices.”

In 2003 Wade disappeared into his studio to work on his latest album. A lot of life got in the way during the making of this much anticipated CD, but in 2007 ‘Everything Will Be Just Fine’ was released. It’s more of a collection of songs than a definitive album, moving seamlessly through genres without losing momentum. Songs like ‘Canadian Folk Song’ and ‘Hollywood is Burning’ are cutthroat takes on culture & politics with sardonic humor. Great stabs at love, religion and psychosis are found in ‘Love Makes You Stupid’ & ‘Lose This Skin’. ‘She’s Got A Heart’ & ‘Don’t Let The Highway Get You Lost’ are first class country songs that will take you back to the days of Merle Haggard & Steve Earle. This is a CD that will leave its mark.

Wade Mosher has never been convicted of murder, but the night is still young.

END OF SET 3

Just A Personal Note

Hi Folks- Wade here. Thanks for stopping by and having a listen. I appreciate your time, I know how limited it can be. There are a lot of songs here, so feel free to poke around & play snippets as you please. I’ve requested that they allow the prices of the songs to come down a bit here. We’ll see what happens. In the meantime I’ll be allowing free downloads randomly so keep an eye out. Some of the genres I’ve chosen can obviously cross over into others & it’s hard to categorize your own material, but I believe I’ve gotten close with my choices. If you hear something that turns your crank, feel free to contact me. I’m very friendly, (except early in the morning.) I’ll be keeping this section as up to date as I can. Thanks again.
Take care,
Wade

• Intresting
•  Coolest Dude Alive
•  Beautiful Country

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Ballerina Black is a band that has quickly made a name for themselves on the L.A. scene since they formed in late 2007. A blend of 80s mope rock and early Factory Records ambience sans the elitism, the Los Angeles trio consists of singer/songwriter Bobby Moynahan, bassist Esli Sugich and drummer Jeff Kite. Although Moynahan is the primary songwriter, the band’s sound is very much a product of each individual band members’ eclectic musical tastes. The result is pop music with a grunge-era aesthetic. Driven by their raucous and inspired live performances, they have been embraced by the ever-evolving and often fickle patronage of the L.A. music scene, spawning new fans by the droves at every stop.

The band “Tusket�? is the partnership of songwriters Greg Stuart and Ivan Boudreau.
The musical styles on the CD “Glory Bound�? are as varied as the Canadian landscape, moving easily from West Coast native spiritual themes to East Coast history.
There are also some middle age musings to which many of the ‘Baby-Boomer’ generation can relate.
Ivan Boudreau was born in Nova Scotia and Greg Stuart is from Alberta. Ivan and Greg have been professional musicians for over 30 years. Currently they both reside in Maple Ridge BC, and continue to write about Canadian history as well as other issues they hold dear.

•  Sound is perfect... needs climax
•  This song makes me want...
•  Sigh...they're a good band.
•  Country hit
•  Woohoo!

I play and record everything myself. I am hoping to find some other musicians who would like to join me in creating a new and unique sound. I listen to a lot of metal and punk, and also like a lot of psychedelic stuff. I see music as a painting of feelings, not just another song, so I am always trying to paint a picture of what I am hearing in my head when I pick up my guitar. The music I play isn't commercial friendly, I play for myself and hope other people like too.

• Trippy mellow guitars float in...
• Most original piece in a...
•  I'm tripped out
•  Late night sci-fi
•  Interesting concept music

I'll do my best to tell you about myself but i kinda hate talking about myself. Well im not sure when i first got into making music, it kinda just hit me one day. I have always loved music who does'nt?

I felt that need to take it much further then that, and at the time my main music of interest was simply "Composers" such as Vangelis, Hans Zimmer, Danny Elfman. They all have inspired me to start making music and no matter how hard i try i cant shake the style they have injected into me. Which i think is a great thing, its what makes my music unique. I like to take this and mix it with my other favorite artists, portishead, tricky, massive attack and so on. I use mainly keyboards, synths, turntables and the computer to make all my music. Im still looking for someone i can get to do vocals on a permanant basis.

Omnifarious is only made up of 1 composer and thats me, i distribute my music under Omnifarious because of its meaning.

adj : of all varieties or forms or kinds

This best represents my music. However for a long time i was known as "Hades" and well, old habits die hard so if you see hades on any of my songs or album covers its Omnifarious. I do plan on spending time to re-do all my album covers and mp3 tags so soon nothing will say "hades" anymore.

•  Dig it! Total Chill.
•  Slick!
•  really like it!
•  Moby meets Squarepusher
•  True Blue Cool

Parade Rest began in 2007 under the name Between The Lines, with Tyler Stutz and Vito Schiralli on guitars and original drummer and bassist, Nick and The Adam respectively. Over the course of the next 11 months, Tyler and Vito searched for serious musicians to complete their band, as their constant rotating bandmates were not so dedicated. After four drummers and two bassists were disposed of over time, they eventually found Marshall Brennan and Evan Woolley for the parts, talented and dedicated, they were the holy grail in this quest for musicians.

SOL 3, former heavyweights of Edmonton’s independent music scene have relocated to Vancouver and are poised to conquer Vancouver and beyond with their brand of well crafted, hook driven, guitar rock. Influenced by the great bands from every era in Rock n’ Roll history including the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, The Who, The Pixies, and U2, SOL 3 have evolved to create their own distinct and unique sound that pays tribute to all of the great Rockers of the past while maintaining a fresh and relevant sound for the modern age.
SOL 3 was first formed by song writing masterminds Blair Bellerose (guitars) and Lou Foley (vocals) in 1997. The two of them have in fact been writing together since 1991 and have developed an intuitive creative bond not heard since the early days of Jagger/Richards and Page/Plant. In 2004, SOL 3 recruited heavy hitter and long-time Vancouver musician Rick “Grizzly” Adams to play drums adding a new dimension of power to the band. Then in 2005, SOL 3 added ex Sarah McLachlan bassist and fellow Edmontonian Jeff Sawatzky on bass guitar.
SOL 3’s past accomplishments are many and include award nominations, radio exposure, and televised live performances. Their song Particles & Waves currently resides at number 8 on the New Music Canada charts and their song Manchu Picchu Cool is currently featured on the nationally distributed TEA volume 6 compilation CD.
SOL 3’s monster album, Ultrafade, is available now.
for further info contact Blair Bellerose.

•  GREAT INTRO!
•  Fans Scream for It
•  unexpected, but i like
•  Screaming Cheap Trick and Kiss
•  Gotta hear it live

Jeff started his musical ambitions in Edmonton, AB, playing bass, guitar and keyboards in two very well known bands: OFFICE and VOICE before starting his own project called The SAVAGE NURSES with members of VOICE and another well known band: DARKROOM. Seeking something new, Jeff and his drummer Sherri Leigh were asked to relocate to Vancouver to become the rhythm section for then unknown SARAH McLACHLAN. Jeff wrote and performed on SARAH's debut album TOUCH on NETTWERK RECORDS in 1988. After two years of touring and production of SARAH's second album, things did not work out as planned and Jeff left to pursue other desires. Jeff was recently recruited to play bass for the rocking sounds of SOL 3. Check 'em out here on Project Opus. UBERBELLY is a project that has been 5 years in the making, culminating in an eclectic mix of pop and rock music that is constantly evolving. Enjoy!
And if you'd like to check out the darker side of my electronic and ambient music take a listen to 13th Pillar

•  You are a good boy~
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•  Nice!
•  atmospheric

Sugarblade was started in July 2004 when Miguel Staunton and Alec Brietzke first sat down together to jam out some songs. Both musicians had just come from broken bands and had been looking forward to doing an acoustic project to take a bit of a break. Realizing that the songs had real potential the duo decided to try the full-band approach once again. Recently coming out of a band herself, (Maverick recording artist, "Lillix"), Kim Urhahn seemed an ideal addition on drums. Soon after, Greg M., an old friend of Alec's, joined the trio on bass, thus completing the band. It became obvious after only a few live shows that Sugarblade had something special. The band gained a loyal following instantly and has been playing relentlessly to rave reviews and an ever-growing fanbase. The band released a 7-song EP entitled "Faux" in July of 2006, which has been selling steadily and exposing them to more and more fans. Several independent and college radio stations have recently added Sugarblade to their regular rotation and the band is poised to take their music to the highest level possible.
Sugarblade considers themselves a rock band with a hint of power-pop. The chemistry of this foursome lies in the fact that each member comes from a different musical background in terms of influences and styles. Take an instantly-recognizable vocalist with a style that is a blend of Morrisey, Muse, and Peter Gabriel. Add a guitarist heavily immersed in the glamrock and metal of the 80's, with a incredible knack for melody. Now add a rhythm section consisting of a rock-solid drummer with an ear for detail, and a metal bassist with a love for all music dark and angry. Combine those elements with great songwriting, a love for what they do and a sound all their own and you have Sugarblade.

•  like a classic
•  How to make a good...
•  Totally!
•  I love anything acoustic...
•  Acoustic Rock Ballad!

I'm a drummer/guitar player turned music producer. As a means to perform my tracks with artists when a band is not possible I became a DJ. With the added turntablism I've been able to come up with what i think is some very interesting stuff.

An autonomous collective of unsurpassed musical genius, Groovy Julia has appeared in many incarnations over the years. From acoustic buskers to formless jazz combo to horn-driven R’n’B outfit to roots rock ruffians, Groovy Julia has played to thousands, even entertaining some. Although some have said that Groovy Julia is the kind of band that gives rock a bad name, it’s an extreme characterization that isn’t entirely true. Best known for their hits… well… best known for their legendary… umm… best known for generally arriving at gigs on time, Groovy Julia continues to carry on in the tradition of The Who, in that they don’t know when it’s time to give up. Building momentum on sales numbering in the tens of their seminal opus, “Cry Like a Man,” the GJs play live sporadically, record occasionally and always rock with the best of intentions.

WHAT THE CRITICS SAID

“Groovy Julia – A band best served cold.”
- Rolling Stone

“The sound of jackhammers smashing up the sidewalk outside my apartment was more pleasant.”
- Lloyd Bridges (Scuba World)

“Turn the volume down – way down - and wait for the enhanced DVD retrospective of these pretty boy gadflies.”
- “Q”

“We want them for the next swimsuit issue.”
- Sports Illustrated

“They’re nothing but a disagreeable mélange of syrupy treacle and discordant din. But with a doily here, some potpourri there and a few scented candles, they’d be a welcome addition at your next festive occasion. And that’s a good thing.”
- Martha Stewart

Negradonna is ethereal/gothic band from Poland...

Negradonna formed in 2000 year...

Negradonna have amazing Rosalie voice..and very atmospheric sound...
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The Bushpilots were formed in Spring 2002 in Ottawa, influenced by all things rootsy, bluesy and country ... the plan was initially to be more of a country rock band, but Gibson Les Pauls and feedback have a way of changing that.
By September 2003, after a bit of tweaking of personnel, Kevin Smith joined original members Jeff Monette, Tom Gillon and Rob Bennett to complete the lineup.
The once aspiring country rock band has evolved into a barnstorming take-no-prisoners live rawk juggernaut that often teeters on the brink of chaos without completely falling apart.
The model for this chaos is Neil Young and Crazy Horse, with some Dylan, Springsteen, Steve Earle and Georgia Satellites influences thrown in for good measure.
The band's debut, Sonic Scenery, was proudly recorded in 16 track analog by Kathleen Edwards/Howe Gelb producer Dave Draves at Little Bullhorn Studios in Ottawa and mastered by George Graves at The Lacquer Channel in Toronto. It was released to critical and popular acclaim in May, 2005.
In addition to Draves on keyboards, the album also features guest appearances by Good2Go's Maureen Hogan on vocals, and pedal steel player extraordinaire (some of the country still remains!) Pat Robillard.
Sonic Scenery has been embraced by college radio in central Canada and has become a staple on Carleton University's 93.1 CKCU-FM.
2006 plans for more incendiary live performances and the recording of the follow up album, again with Dave Draves, for release by November.

•  Time to party
•  Still good when it's short
•  Great Song I'm sold
•  A whole lotta Neil ...
•  8 minutes of Rock n...

Learn it by Heart is a fresh new sound developed by spunky singer/songwriter Cara Cortese. Being the sole member of the band Cara has spent countless hours working towards perfecting her talent. Though the band is still in its beginning stages, with the help of ACOSM Records the production of Learn it by Heart’s debut CD is underway.

Cara spent her childhood moving around with her family, living in England, Singapore and of course her home country Canada. Since her parents now live in Australia, Cara lives in the beautiful city of Toronto with her twin sister.

While growing up, Cara was always a musician. As a child she was always the first to begin singing along with the radio, and certainly made sure she could be heard over her two sisters. When she finally got bored of not having all the attention on long car rides, Cara began singing harmonies, which began the next level of her musical interest. Finally, after many years of bothering her parents, at the age of 14 Cara received her first guitar. Her family anticipated that this would just be another phase that Cara went through, but to everyone’s surprise she spent many hours locked in her room teaching herself how to play the instrument. But in true Cara style, she never liked to take things slowly, before she had even mastered how to play more than four chords, she wrote her first song.

After finishing high school, Cara knew that her parents wanted her to have a post secondary education so she ventured off to Wilfred Laurier University to study Honours Arts. However, Cara spent most of her time in her dorm room writing new songs and experimenting with home recording. To gain experience in performing, Cara played at open mike shows and spent a lot of time in Toronto searching for any opportunity she could get.

While Cara is currently studying English at Ryerson University she balances the work load of school and music with pure determination. Though Learn it by Heart is still a green project, Cara’s hard work and continued song writing should make for a well-rounded debut CD.

•  Lovely
•  This song is addictive
•  Folky with a dash of...