Friday, July 31, 2009
East Coast West Coast Reggae Sun Splash
Gisto CD Release w/ House of David Gang & DJ ?uesquecest @ El Mocambo – doors at 10:00 PM
more: www.nufunk.ca
Facebook link: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=138675737048
Gisto
(of the Wassabi Collective)
http://www.myspace.com/gistowassabi
http://www.wassabi.net
Gisto, producer, guitarist and singer/songwriter for the acclaimed Wassabi Collective has always been a strong individual artist and now is set to release his first solo album this summer. Brent “Gisto” Hongisto gained recognition as an Independent artist by his early performances in Ontario, BC and Nova Scotia before joining the BC based Wassabi Collective.
After years on the road with Wassabi Collective and many hours in the studio, Gisto is ready to present a set of original music, Backed by Toronto’s House Of David Gang. With his rich and rhythmic Ragamuffin style vocals Gisto brings a refreshing content to his listeners ears, with socially conscious lyrics and uplifting message he leaves audiences feeling inspired.
Currently on a cross Canada tour, he’s just made stops at the Evolve Festival and Atlantic Jazz Festival in Nova Scotia, Salty Jam in New Brunswick and can be seen in Toronto this weekend at the Beaches Jazz Festival. Next he travels back to BC to play The Shambhala Festival, in Nelson, BC ending his summer with CD Release dates in the West before Wassabi Collective does it’s first Cross Country Tour in 2 years starting in October.
Sample his new track “Take a Look at myself” here: http://www.nufunk.ca/Takealookatmyself.mp3
backed & featuring a headline set by: The House of David Gang
www.myspace.com/houseofdavidgang
One of Canada’s top roots reggae collectives, The House of David Gang specialize in the timeless and classic Jamaican reggae sound of the 1970s and early 80s. Faithfully recreating the soulful roots rock reggae sound, The House of David Gang is a certifiable reggae orchestra. Comprised of a collective of artists, vocalists, horn players, guitars, keyboards and backed by a rock-steady rhythm section, The House of David Gang have headlined Rock, World Music, Caribbean and Reggae Festivals, made appearances on live to air radio and performed at Private, Fundraisers and Community events.
check out song: Toronto, Ontario
http://www.nufunk.ca/TorontoOntario.mp3
plus opening set by:
High Plains Drifter
www.highplainsdrifter.ca
High Plains Drifter is a Pan Canadian world beat ensemble, lead by multi-instrumentalist Jay Cleary, whose dynamic live performances are captivating audiences across Canada. Like imagery evoked by the mysterious quality of a traveling vagabond, High Plains Drifter is a collective of musicians traveling town to town bringing the energy of celebration to audiences everywhere.
Leaning towards original roots, jazz, funk and world music, The High Plains Drifter is a groove force that keeps dancehalls packed and bodies in constant motion. High Plains Drifter draws inspiration from artists as diverse as James Brown, Herbie Hancock and Femi Kuti. The group, known for their unpredictable stage show, has enjoyed collaborations with a number of Canadian musicians including members of The Jimmy Swift Band, Slowcoaster, Wassabi Collective, The Chameleon Project & Slammin’ Jack as well as young horn players, percussionists and turn-tablists.
Check out song “Salif”
http://www.nufunk.ca/Saliflive.mp3
For more info please contact: Jay Cleary
416-877-4075 / jay@360degreesartists.com
www.360degreesartists.com
