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I think I'm going to go to this. I haven't seen Lotus since I had them in hamilton and that has been way too long.

both Dan and Dave will be accompanied by two other musicians and Marc is playing solo

this show is today and it's going to kick ass. If you don't have any plans and you're in the Hamilton area I recommend you come downtown for dinner and check this out. You will be pleasantly surprised at how much you enjoy yourself. Music start at 7:30pm sharp and everything will be finished by 10:00.

Friday October 9th Cam Malcolm and The Owls, Make Your Exit, The Paint Movement, Yukon Blonde @ Casbah Lounge -- 8PM -- 19+ :: $7 306 King Street West, Hamilton http://www.myspace.com/cammalcolm http://www.myspace.com/makeyourexit http://www.myspace.com/thepaintmovement http://www.myspace.com/yukonblondeband Cam Malcolm and The Owls After cutting his teeth with critically adored, Peterborough rockers, The Sweet Homewreckers, Cam Malcolm is now all growns up, recently graduated, and on the search for new musical direction. With the demise of the Homewreckers, Cam has returned home to Hamilton, Ontario where he recorded his debut solo effort: A Little Bit Of History. The largely homespun EP contains six tracks, each exploring different musical shades while chronicling his own personal and historical stories. On stage, he can often be found accompanied by 'The Owls,' a surly crew of musicians usually including brother Fraser Malcolm on drums, Adam Melnick on bass, and James Taylor on guitar. Make Your Exit “Make Your Exit wowed me from the get-go, as they showcased a sound that was not unlike the many collective type bands that our country has grown synonymous with. They actually reminded me quite a bit of one of my other current local faves, namely The Paint Movement. Both bands are very celebratory in feel, as they try to straddle that fine line between jammy-ness and over blown pretentiousness. Thankfully, neither band cross over that line, and Make Your Exit are an example of art-mospheric jazz tinged brass rock culminating in a soaring climax that is hard to follow.†The Paint Movement A group of 4 close friends living in the slumberous suburban sprawl of mississauga, ON got together and started writing songs collectively in February of 2007. As their passion for music has always been, their unique individual playing styles and commitment has grown exceptionally throughout the process of recording their first full-length C.D. in (singer/guitarists) Kevin Kraliks basement turned studio. See Make Your Exit description for more info. Yukon Blonde Yukon Blonde is Jeff Innes, Brandon Scott, Adam Newton, and Graham Jones – a band from the rolling hills of Kelowna, a city that enjoys, and is cursed by it’s own burgeoning scene. Going under the name AlphaBaby from early 2005 until late 2008, the band has conquered their fair city and toured through Canada extensively, playing some 300 shows whilst performing alongside bands such as Ladyhawk, The Constantines, Jon-Rae Fletcher, Magnolia Electric Co, Black Mountain, and Women. As AlphaBaby, (then a quintet) the band also released two EPs: "You Gentle Crustacean", recorded by Colin Stewart of The Hive Creative Labs in Vancouver BC, and "AlphaBaby Live", a bootleg by dear friend Kaylub Burke.

Saturday October 10th Daniel Roth, Dave Lotimer, Marc Perri @ Casbah Lounge -- 7:30PM-10PM -- 19+ :: $5 306 King Street West, Hamilton http://www.myspace.com/danielrothmusic http://www.myspace.com/davelotimer Daniel Roth - Promised Land (2009) Available on iTunes Influences: Neil Young, Ryan Adams, Hayden You can bet Dan Roth is playing his guitar at this very moment. An accomplished musician from a young age, Dan’s first gig was as a founding member of the Aurora-based rock band 'Harpoon Dodger'. Dan quickly set himself apart from the crowd of electric guitar players that tend to haunt high school hallways; his distinctly lush tones and driving melodies were at the heart of the band’s first release in 2005. Dan has since leant his talents on guitar to other artists: he wrote and recorded with Dala on their 2007 album, “Who Do You Think You Areâ€; he has also toured extensively with Windsor’s own Pat Robitaille. In the last few years Dan has added the titles of recording engineer and producer to his list of accomplishments. In fact, he spent much of 2008 working on singer/songwriter Luke Nares’ album “Sleepwalking Raceâ€. With influences like Neil Young, Ryan Adams and Hayden, it was inevitable that Dan would one day find his voice. In his own words: “Hayden, through his music and singing style, gave me permission to start singing.†Dan’s sincerity as a lyricist is truly striking. He has a gentle and coaxing voice that commands attention, and with his intensity as a guitar player he manages to cast a spell on any audience. He released his first independent record as a singer/songwriter in the Winter of 2008, and his latest record, 'Promised Land', is scheduled to be released in the Summer of 2009. Never one to rest on his laurels, Dan has also become an integral member of the up-and-coming alt-rock country band "Cavaliers", as both a co-writer and lead guitarist. Daniel Roth has energy to burn and music has become his fire. You will definitely want to come closer. Dave Lotimer - Folk Rock, Reggae, Jazz Born and raised in Southern Ontario, Dave Lotimer’s rhythmic guitar playing and smooth voice tell the story of a wide range of experiences. From exploring the Canadian wilderness to backpacking through India and South East Asia, Dave’s unique style portrays the world as seen through his own eyes. Having just completed a Canadian Tour following the release of his first solo album ‘February’, Dave brings passion, presence, and consciousness to the stage. His specific interests in human interaction and the natural environment allow him to explore thoughts and emotions through music, making his music a conscious expression that is genuinely accessible to his audience. He is a strong believer that positive attitudes can help shape the future of our natural spaces and hopes to draw his listeners in to this empowering vibe. Keep an eye (and ear) out for this talented musician and his always engaging live performances.

that was an awesome show. I think these guys are going to do well for themselves. Mary, MarcO, and Marc Perri were also fabulous. Thanks everyone.

Right on Lorraine. See ya soon. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=99616996035

This week peeps! Wish you could be here for it Shain. Doors @ 8:00 Marc Perri @ 8:30 Marc Olszewski @ 9:00 Mary Milne @ 9:50 Cavaliers @ 11:00 chrs

hilarious

great tune

CAVALIERS! & MARY MILNE Wednesday, July 15, 2009 with guests Marc Olszewski and Marc Perri @ Casbah Lounge – 8PM – LIC/AA :: $5 306 King Street West, Hamilton (905) 521-4441 Still buzzing from their stunning Hamilton debut in January alternative country musicians the Cavaliers! return to the Casbah on July 15. CAVALIERS! http://www.myspace.com/thecavaliersmusic (Newmarket, Ontario) Alternative country musicians Cavaliers! have a steadily growing audience for their sweet and harmonious vocals and the downcast beauty of their music. In April 2007, Mich Verrier and Adam Pariselli, two members of the reggae band The Expos, approached Britton Allison to begin collaborating on this new alt country project. Mike Del Borello, from the band Crookedhook, and long- time friend of Pariselli, jumped on board to create steady and outstanding rhythm for the band. Soon after, Dan Roth joined to cap off the band, using atmospheric electric guitar to create an overall outstanding sound. After recording their debut album with Mitch Girio during the summer of 2007, they are now ready to take the world by storm. Influenced by artists such as Ryan Adams, Neko Case, Wilco, Stars and Lucinda Williams, their male-female vocal combination and country-influenced songs leave listeners begging for more. These multi-talents, all hailing from different genres of music, have come together to form something unique and completely undeniable. http://www.myspace.com/thecavaliersmusic -------------- Mary Milne http://www.marymilne.ca (Toronto, Ontario) Five years ago Mary opened a vintage clothing shop on Dundas west in Toronto. She thought it would be a good way to practice her guitar playing without anyone telling her to get back to work. Mary quickly became busy honing her live shows-from playing the Free Times and The Cameron in Toronto, The Bitter End and CBGB's in New York to Hallwells Contemporary arts centre in Buffalo. Part folk, part garage sale, occasionally ridiculous, she gets the audiences attention with the offbeat and then keeps it with the incredible strength of her songwriting. ------ Marc Olszewski is a singer/songwriter from the Hamilton area and was once part of the duo "i&i", a staple of the Hess Village music scene in the mid 1990's. "From early on, I realized that the most important thing in music - for me - was a good song," he says. "That song could be by Richard Thompson or it could be by Blondie.... but without good songs there's not much to build upon." His set at the Casbah Lounge will feature original material as well as a couple of favorites from his personal collection. Look for his current recordings on myspace in the weeks to come! and Marc Perri (folk/blues/rock) The soul of Otis Redding giving Johnny Cash a high five.

congratulations!

not much longer now. Really looking forward to this.

Riddim Riders return to the Casbah Saturday April 18 with special guests DJ Themes from C101.5's The Punky Reggae Party and Caledonia’s Halfway Heroes. Almost 5 hours of nonstop reggae action! Saturday, April 18th, 2009 Riddim Riders w/ The Punky Reggae Party and Halfway Heroes @ Casbah -- 9:30PM -- 19+ :: $8 http://www.myspace.com/riddimriders http://www.myspace.com/prponc101 http://www.myspace.com/halfwayheroesmusic Riddim Riders: Mike Rajczak, Sharon Musgrave, Richard Dailey, Erold Dailey, Franklin Joseph, Brian Carson Riddim Riders play a mix of originals and classics from the 70s, 80s and 90s. A lot of Jamaican standards, some that people will recognize right away and others only long time reggae fans will know. 9:30 - Doors 9:30 - Themes 10:00 - Halfway Heroes 10:40 - Themes 11:15 - Riddim Riders 12:15 - Themes 12:45 - Riddim Riders 306 King Street West, Hamilton, L8P 1B1 Facebook Event Page

Saturday April 18 Mike Filipowitsch, Billy Manzik, Marc Olszewski @ Casbah Lounge -- 9PM – 19+ :: $5 306 King Street West, Hamilton http://www.myspace.com/mikefilipowitsch http://www.billymanzik.com http://casbahlounge.ca 12:20 - Mike Filipowitsch 11:10-11:50 - Billy Manzik 10-10:40 - Marc Olszewski Mike Filipowitsch has had the pleasure of playing 1000's of shows with Jeff Heisholt (Trews, BNB, Peter Elkas), Jeremy Little (Jason Collett) and Gavin Maguire (Dearly Beloved) in a little band called Burt Neilson Band. In that time he toured Canada more times than he can remember. Mike is back on the road and just finished a record with his good friend Billy Manzik, which was produced by Chris Wardman (tragically Hip, Emme Gryner, Randy Bachman and so on)… 'Billy Manzik' was recorded in Calgary at Rocky Mountain Recording Studio, produced by Rob Smith and Daniel J Coe (Aerosmith, The Trews), and mastered by Mark Chalecki (Cracker, June Carter Cash) at Capitol Records in Hollywood. The 13 tracks include guest performances by Canadian greats like country-blues singer/ songwriter/ guitarist Tim Williams, pedal steel journeyman Charlie Hase, and former Crash Test Dummies violinist, Bill Zulak. Marc Olszewski is a singer/songwriter from the Hamilton area and was once part of the duo "i&i", a staple of the Hess Village music scene in the mid 1990's. "From early on, I realized that the most important thing in music - for me - was a good song," he says. "That song could be by Richard Thompson or it could be by Blondie.... but without good songs there's not much to build upon." His set at the Casbah Lounge will feature original material as well as a couple of favorites from his personal collection. Look for his current recordings on myspace in the weeks to come! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=149121250437

Saturday April 18 MIKE FILIPOWITSCH, Billy Manzik, Marc Olszewski @ Casbah Lounge -- 8PM – 19+ 306 King Street West, Hamilton http://www.myspace.com/mikefilipowitsch http://www.billymanzik.com http://casbahlounge.ca 10-10:40 - Marc Olszewski 11:10-11:50 - Billy Manzik 12:20 - Mike Filipowitsch More details soon. Also in the Casbah on April 18 Riddim Riders, The Punky Reggae Party, + 1 more TBA soon

Hope to see one of you there chrs bc Riddim Riders Casbah Fri Feb 6th 306 King Street West, Hamilton, Ontario L8P 1B1 http://www.myspace.com/riddimriders 2nd Annual Bob Marley Birthday Party http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=47112850605&ref=ts

tonight is going to be awesome

I knew you would. And man are you quick. I just created the facebook event and you're already on it. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=46790563465 chrs

anyone give them a listen? Would love to hear what people think.

Touche – Upcoming Events We’re kicking things off tonight with open mic/jam. Last Wednesday was a blast and we’re expecting the same tonight. Perri is heading off to Brazil for a while so we’re sending him out in style. Hood Klass Perri jam on Phish, Sublime, moe., and more. On Thursday Maple Music's newest sweethearts the Great Bloomers will grace the stage. The night features a solid list of support acts including Fast Reacter (ex and current members of Sailboats are White, Kilhuminzu, Circuit Breaker, Joel Elliot and the Thin Line, Bird Rentals, Our Father, Burning Love, Vatican Chainsaw Massacre, The Beatles and The Beatles of Hip Hop..... debut show!). Friday we keep things rolling with The Dead Hookers (ex Dead Boys and High School Hookers) and Toronto’s Broomfiller. The Dead Hookers had to cancel their last show due to illness so we’re thrilled to have them back. Solid night of punk, rock, and sleazy guitar licks. Saturday the Halfway Heroes and Skank Divine bring their big beats and reggae treats. Expect a decent blend of reggae, ska, fusion, dancing, good times. Only $2! Wednesday January 21 Open mic/jam with Trevor Howard and Hood Klass Perri @ Touche -- 19+ :: free admission High Klass on Facebook http://www.myspace.com/trevorhoward High Klass open jam on Facebook Thursday January 22 Great Bloomers, Fast Reacter, Matt Sajn, Jordaan Mason @ Touche -- 19+ :: $4 http://www.myspace.com/greatbloomers http://www.myspace.com/northernprimitive http://www.myspace.com/jordaanmason Friday January 23 The Dead Hookers (former members of High School Hookers and Dead Boys), w/ special guest Broomfiller @ Touche -- 19+ :: $tbd (won’t be much) http://www.broomfiller.com Saturday January 24 Halfway Heroes, Skank Divine @ Touche -- 19+ :: $2 http://www.myspace.com/halfwayheroesmusic http://www.myspace.com/skankdivine Wednesday January 28 Open mic/jam @ Touche -- 19+ :: free admission Thursday January 29 The Responsibles, The Barettas @ Touche -- 19+ :: free admission http://www.myspace.com/theresponsiblesband http://www.myspace.com/thebarettas Friday January 30 - TBA Saturday January 31 Cavaliers!, Michelle Titian @ Touche -- 19+ :: $5 http://www.myspace.com/thecavaliersmusic http://www.michelletitian.com Touche, 33 Hess Street South, Hess Village, Hamilton http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=30537939710 ToucheHess@Gmail.Com

If you notice Espanola and The Northwest Division listed as support on their website it’s a mistake. That was the line up that was originally pitched but it didn’t work out and for some reason they thought it was confirmed. chrs

Saturday January 31 Cavaliers! and Michelle Titian @ Touche -- 19+ :: $5 http://www.myspace.com/thecavaliersmusic http://www.michelletitian.com If you haven’t seen the Cavaliers! please hit the link above and give them a listen. They’re absolutely amazing. I can’t stop listening to them. Michelle Titian is really awesome as well. This is a pretty serious night of music. Hope to see some of you out. The Cavaliers - Indie / Country / Folk Rock Influenced by artists such as Ryan Adams, Neko Case, Wilco, Stars and Lucinda Williams, their male-female vocal combination and country-influenced songs leave listeners begging for more. These multi-talents, all hailing from different genres of music, have come together to form something unique and completely undeniable Michelle Titian - Country / Folk / Pop Her style cannot be classified as one single genre; it is a blend of Country and Soulful Roots music. She uses country music as a base and layers it with undertones of 60s soul and bluegrass. With a voice reminiscent of the great pioneers of female vocal legends such as Patsy Cline, Emmylou Harris, and K.D Lang, It’s easy to lose yourself in her songs. Her exceptional voice and incomparable presence can draw you out of your element and into her world. Michelle has been surrounded by music her entire life. Born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario, Michelle currently splits her time between Hamilton and Nashville Tennessee. Her songwriting is constantly evolving. As her life progresses and she gains experience, it shows in her songwriting. Michelle's combination of lyrics, music and stunning performances make this new artist/singer-songwriter a powerful upcoming force in the music industry.

Definitely a fun night. Great turn out.