briguy Posted November 8, 2004 Report Share Posted November 8, 2004 Raisinhill w/Contact Friday November 12 Pepper Jack's 38 King William St. 905.525.6666 pepperjackcafe.com RAISINHILL BIOGRAPHY The trio Raisinhill has risen from local acclaim to widespread recognition across clubs and jamband festivals, propelled by the sheer musicianship of their playing and a self-titled CD. The group has garnered praise from some of the most-watched jamband media. Jambands.com dubbed them "New Groove of the Month," while Relix Magazine called them a band "On the Verge" and is soon to declare them one of the "Break Through Bands of the Summer." Always touring, always playing, with seemingly endless energy and drive, Raisinhill will bring their bristling instrumental originals to a host of big stages this summer including The Gathering of the Vibes and Scottypaluza in New York, The Endless Mountain Music Festival in Pennsylvania and the Evolve Festival in Nova Scotia. Wherever they travel, music fans are paying attention. John Kasiewicz, the guitarist, Brian Anderson, the upright bassist and Jay Bond, the drummer, have found that elusive musical relationship. They are equally accomplished and equally inventive, and the group's involved, focused, jazzed-up, rocked-out pieces have propelled them faster than most local bands dare to dream. Already, Raisinhill has been given featured spots at famed clubs like the Knitting Factory in NYC, House Of Blues in Boston and an increasing number of major touring markets each year. More song-based than jazz-based, Raisinhill still has accomplished jazz training. Guitarist John Kasiewicz studied under the atonal composer Ernie Stires (who also taught Phish's Trey Anastasio) while attending Goddard College in Vermont, and the flair and eccentricity in his playing proves it. His solos take chances, veering from traditional jazz progressions into high-end note-holds that pierce through a piece or fast flirtations that dash between intricate changes. As a member of J. Willis Pratt & We're Bionic, Kasiewicz opened for Phish at the Pepsi Arena in Albany, New York and has performed and recorded with Phish's explosive drummer Jon Fishman. Bassist Brian Anderson studied Jazz Bass Performance at the University of Miami, FL, and has taken his deep groove loves to new heights in Raisinhill, launching into heavy full-bodied breaks and occasionally laying a bow across the strings for dirty, Primus-like effect. Drummer Jay Bond attended Loyola University in New Orleans and majored in musical composition and drums where he studied with Johnny Vidocavich (drummer for Dr. John and Astral Project) and performed with Jason Marsalis, Michael Ray, Charlie Miller and Stanley Turrentine. Bond is the backbone of Raisinhill, relentless and serious, alternately slamming and sensitive, lending a rich dynamic to the sonic experience. Sometimes, the members use their voices as instruments, as sounds that weave between the notes. Occasionally there are words attached. Much of the material rises from their intense tri-weekly practice sessions, where the three produce instrumental songs that weave and expand across solid, relentless rhythm and melodic guitar hooks. Raisinhill's music is experimental, drawing on elements from rock-heavy jams to island rhythms and jazz-fusion space, but it's grounded. It grooves. It changes enough to keep listeners leaned forward, entranced, and ends soon enough to leave them hungry. listen here & here watch video www.raisinhill.com Looking forward to this gig. Haven't seen Raisinhill since their Saturday night performance at CTMF....and Contact kicks my ass every time I see them. Great double bill. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ike Posted November 8, 2004 Report Share Posted November 8, 2004 right on. Loved these guys at CTMF. Thanks for bringing them back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PalacePrincess Posted November 8, 2004 Report Share Posted November 8, 2004 raisinhill is awesome, i totally enjoyed their set at ctmf! i already have plans for friday, so i won't be able to make it, but nice lineup for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guigsy Posted November 8, 2004 Report Share Posted November 8, 2004 im hoping to make it out to this one.. few things to iron out, but i'd love to see Raisinhill again... of all the bands i got see for the first time this past summer, Raisinhill really stood out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briguy Posted November 9, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2004 For those unfamiliar with Contact here's a bit of info. CONTACT Fusing the energy of rock, dub, break-beat, and house music into improvised live and recorded performances, CONTACT is a band on the advance of an emerging genre of music, assailing bored dance floors with irresistible beats and unforgettable hooks. Since their beginning CONTACT has cultivated a broad following of fans and supporters. With connections to both the underground dance scene, and the exploding jam band phenomenon, CONTACT can rely on a mixed and vibrant crowd, giving partygoers a chance to directly witness and participate in the creation of the evening’s music. In order to satisfy the band’s growing fan base and repertoire, CONTACT completed its second recording, ‘Dollar Empire’ in the fall of 2003. The new disc maintains the ‘live off the floor’ recording style of their first release, while delving further into the creative potential of the studio. The inclusion of new instrumentation and rhythms add greater dimension and clarity to the CONTACT sound. Dollar Empire adds a hue of polish to the distorted mayhem of their first EP. www.contacttheband.ca Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Basher Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 I am thinking about heading out but would not be able to make it for Contact. What's the cover and when do you think Raisinhill will come on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 sounds awesome... I really like Rasin Hill, they were supposed to play Evolve 3, but the rain came in and ruinned the day... what's on CD that I've heard has always been impressive. Might be a fun night to check out in the Hammer... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
secondtube Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 i'll be there for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briguy Posted November 11, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 You should come down for this, Jaydawg. Be good to see you again. Admission: $7 Contact: 10-11:30 Raisinhill: 12-2:30 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kc Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 Hey Brah, nice avatar. Cute Banana on a slug-thing bump. It'd be a lot cooler if you could make a little mini Brah-guy riding that thing with the banana. :: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esau Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 I'm in,last time RH played PJC it was great.Same with Contact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoodRev Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 I'm also in, with my housemates and various girlfriends and stragglers in tow. We love the Contact and are looking forward to seeing Raisinhill. Also it's my housemate Chips' birthday (that's right, like the tv show) so we'll be getting him nice and loaded. He's probably the biggest Contact fan among us and will be having quite the time. See everybody there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vixon Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 sounds like a great time - they were one of my fav's at cfmt ( hehe). wish i could be there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briguy Posted November 11, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 Right on....happy Birthday Chips! Quite the Bday weekend in Hamilton. Gonna be good times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoodRev Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 Right on Bri. His birthday is today but tomorrow night will be the time for much partying etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esau Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 Right on....happy Birthday Chips! Quite the Bday weekend in Hamilton. Gonna be good times. Hey briguy (good to see the "brah" dropped finally) got any couch space....LOL. Give ya call in the late afternoon tomorrow,maybe some pre-show festivities perhaps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briguy Posted November 11, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 Well if it's your Heineken you're looking for I'm going to have to make a trip to the store. I caved yesterday, they just looked soooo good. Ring me around dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briguy Posted November 12, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 12, 2004 It's just about that time. See you soon, Esau? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoodRev Posted November 12, 2004 Report Share Posted November 12, 2004 Hey who else is coming out tonight? Should be a good time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esau Posted November 12, 2004 Report Share Posted November 12, 2004 Hey who else is coming out tonight? Should be a good time. Thats ir Rev...I hope you like jager......; Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esau Posted November 12, 2004 Report Share Posted November 12, 2004 It's just about that time. See you soon, Esau? hahahaha,I didnt ecven seer this.Been at hooters since I got off of work at 11 am.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briguy Posted November 12, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 12, 2004 It's just about that time. See you soon, Esau? hahahaha,I didnt ecven seer this.Been at hooters since I got off of work at 11 am.... hahahahwawaawwawhahaha I know what kind of night it's going to be now! Good on ya there Esau Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoodRev Posted November 13, 2004 Report Share Posted November 13, 2004 First of all: Good set from Contact. I miss seeing these guys. I really felt how the drummer conducts their whole vibe tonight. Could've used more PA on his jungle snare but aside from that, great set. Raisinhill was QUITE awesome, like a rootsier Nero. Drummer was a little heavy-handed at times but all told they were great. Hope to see them up here again soon. Esau I knew I was looking for a guy covered in tats and I only caught you on my way out, but nice meeting you. I was sober because I'm working tomorrow and volunteered to be DD but that will not be the case tomorrow night, so we will party. Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guigsy Posted November 13, 2004 Report Share Posted November 13, 2004 definitely a great night of music. i cant wait to see contact playing some headlining slots, or late night sets.. i really enjoy that band. Raisinhill is just fu©king awesome. thumpin' good times! its funny that the Rev likened them a bit to Nero, i was thinking that too, with a helping of Slip to go along with it. a great sound from these guys, grabbed the disc and cant wait to hear it, and would really love to see them up here again soon. check 'em out next time folks... you wont be disappointed! (at least, i dont think you will be, but fu©k, dont hold me to that, im not a friggin pyschic.... sh!t...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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