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exclaim! presents: Jason Collett

Jason Collett is a Toronto based singer-songwriter. He is a member of Broken Social Scene but also tours on his own, having released four solo CDs. His latest album, Here’s to Being Here, was released in February, 2008. Born in Bramalea, Ontario, a Toronto suburb, Collett began writing songs at a young age to escape the boredom of his suburban life. He lists Bob Dylan, Kris Kristofferson and Nick Lowe as influences. Eventually Collett moved to downtown Toronto where he worked as a woodworker and carpenter, doing renovations and custom home building, while he pursued his music. He was a part of the short-lived country-alt group “Bird”, of which Andrew Cash and Hawksley Workman were also members. “Bird” released one album, 2000’s Chrome Reflection. Collett also took part in Toronto’s popular indie music gathering, Radio Mondays. Collett, along with others such as The Weakerthans and artists on the record label Arts & Crafts, would perform and write songs together. Collett has mentioned how Radio Mondays were great community-building events, with 5 or 6 artists on stage at a time.

Thursday, Oct. 30th at Doc’s – Mark Berube

Half Quebecois, half Manitoban, born in Brandon two hours West of Winnipeg, moved to Swaziland when 6, stayed til 11, back to Manitoba, then Vancouver, now in Montreal, from an early age fell in love with the sounds of Bob Dylan, Keith Jarrett, Abdullah Ibrahim, Hugh Masekela, Nina Simone….the list goes on and on, excited for the new record WHAT THE BOAT GAVE THE RIVER, with my new band The Patriotic Few: Patrick Dugas (drums), Jesson Moen (Bass), Kristina Koropecki (Cello) and Dina Cindric (Accordian/Piano).

http://www.myspace.com/markberubemusic

Thursday, Oct. 30th at Doc's – Mark Berube

Half Quebecois, half Manitoban, born in Brandon two hours West of Winnipeg, moved to Swaziland when 6, stayed til 11, back to Manitoba, then Vancouver, now in Montreal, from an early age fell in love with the sounds of Bob Dylan, Keith Jarrett, Abdullah Ibrahim, Hugh Masekela, Nina Simone….the list goes on and on, excited for the new record WHAT THE BOAT GAVE THE RIVER, with my new band The Patriotic Few: Patrick Dugas (drums), Jesson Moen (Bass), Kristina Koropecki (Cello) and Dina Cindric (Accordian/Piano).

http://www.myspace.com/markberubemusic

Adaline with the Painted Birds this Saturday

Doc Willoughby’s
October 25th
With a voice that seamlessly captures intimacy and intensity, ADALINE‘S compelling piano compositions, revealing lyrics, and haunting melodies have been seducing audiences since 2005.

From pulsing rock, to cabaret, to orchestral ballads, ADALINE creates meticulously crafted soundscapes where brass, strings, and vibraphone meet electric guitars and programmed percussion. Classical and pop sensibilities produce soundtracks that are both artistic and accessible. Often compared to the likes of Fiona Apple, Cat Power, and Tori Amos, ADALINE takes her place among these artists as one who is also inspired by the craft of songwriting and the power of performance.

After forming in the fall of 2005, Vancouver indie rockers The Painted Birds have secured a loyal following throughout Canada. Their debut album, So Much For The Rain, was released independently in Canada in August 2007 and within the last year the band has completed two tours of Western Canada, a promotional tour of Ontario, and a twenty-five-show national Canadian tour. The band has drawn massive crowds and gained recognition at industry showcases in Toronto, including Canadian Music Week, The Edge 102.1FM’s Nu Music Nite at the Horseshoe Tavern, and, most recently, headlining a showcase at NXNE. The band’s crowning achievement in 2008 has been receiving multiple touring and showcase grants from FACTOR and MusicBC, which has allowed them to engage in such rigorous touring.