bouche Posted April 6, 2012 Report Share Posted April 6, 2012 Jambands.ca and the Elmdale Tavern are coming together once again to put on one of the most memorable musical experiences to have ever taken place in Hintonburg. This neighbourhood has become a hub for foodies, artists and MUSIC. On May 18, live music collides with karoake. Hosted by Montreal's uRockaoke, a night of live music featuring the live backing band with talented members from Land Of Talk, Stars, The Dears, Socalled, Melissa Auf Der Maur, and more.They bring the instruments, the song backlog, and the musical talent that spans genres like jazz, rock, reggae, bluegrass, country and pop. You bring the U and put it into uRockaoke! You are the rock star, and this is your band. Pick your song and become a member of uRockaoke while they play their guitars, bass, drums, and anything else the arrangement requires while supplying you with full backup harmonies and lyrics.Be part of this and you can say that you played at the Elmdale Tavern in Ottawa, live, on-stage! It's a perfect night to come out and enjoy the talent of your friends or even share your own deepest secret on-stage talents. You never know, you just might be the next rock star!I took 1/2 hour flight to Montreal in order to ask Mike Felber, band member and manager of uRockaoke 5 important questions, and promptly flew back after roughly 20 cocktails, some scotch, cigars, smoked meat and poutine.Who's in the band?Chris McCarron (Stars, The Dears, Land of Talk)Michael FelberJordey TuckerLisa Iwanycki (Creature)How do you cover horn sections, strings etc?Guitar player used a Roland synth guitar pedal. He can get all them sounds.Are there any interesting guest spots, or gigs in the past? If so...toss us a quick "great moment"Things can get very spontaneous with live band karaoke. Example; Death metal version of sunglasses at night.Also, have you ever heard of girls showing their boobies for an admirable karaoke performance? That was cool.How many sets do you typically play?We tend to enjoy marathon sets. We have done 5 hours without a break on numerous occasions. The demand from participants is high so we like to get everyone a chance to do their thing.Have people sung the exact same song in one night?Depends. Most often, we like to avoid doubling because we want to play to the crowd. The host (sign-up person) plays the evening as if she is a DJ. By doing this, she tries to help participants chose a song that she thinks would work best for that particular moment of the night. Comprendes?Anything else you think is worth sharing?We rock at making people look good so don't be shy. Come early to sign up. Check out the song menu online and practice your song, it will help youRock. Costumes recommended. Keep in mind, we are live band and most often, can change the style and/or key of your song. we love you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted April 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2012 (edited) Brad Barr guests with uRockaoke for Hit Me With Your Best Shot! Edited April 7, 2012 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey Boy 2.0 Posted April 7, 2012 Report Share Posted April 7, 2012 good times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted April 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 20, 2012 Things are getting cooler. We've got some prizes lined up for performances. They're worth getting on stage and singing your heart out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted April 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted May 19, 2012 Report Share Posted May 19, 2012 That was fucking awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted May 19, 2012 Report Share Posted May 19, 2012 Ha, ha, no kidding. Amazingly better than I imagined. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted May 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2012 outstanding performances all night! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted May 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2012 I cannot believe gentlemonkey did Africa. That was fantastic. I want to see that again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted May 19, 2012 Report Share Posted May 19, 2012 I cannot believe gentlemonkey did Africa. That was fantastic. I want to see that again.With his permission I can upload it to YouTube! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmic ChrisC Posted May 19, 2012 Report Share Posted May 19, 2012 Thanks for organizing this bouche! I was totally entertained all night! I love how the band was able to make everyone look good! Been watching the videos, which almost became the lost videos because we misplaced the memory card last night (the beer we were drinking was high alcohol!) and it took us a few hours to find it.We need to get those guys back! I know a few people who would have loved to be there but were out of town this weekend. And I know one person who'll try harder to get on stage next time!The Elmdale was a great venue for this.Did the band finally find a cheap hotel room somewhere? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted May 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2012 the band decided to drive back to montreal. super troopers!we definitely should do this again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hal Johnson Posted May 20, 2012 Report Share Posted May 20, 2012 Seriously, what a great idea. I'd love to do something like that out this way. It would probably have to be country, but still... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted May 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 20, 2012 well why not? urockaoke tour! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freak By Night Posted May 22, 2012 Report Share Posted May 22, 2012 Thanks again Bouche, the whole evening was a real scream. And I mean that literally! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobL Posted May 22, 2012 Report Share Posted May 22, 2012 i am still in pain from that night. good times. game was over when i went up for bon jovi. damn. haha fun times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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