Category: Bands & Musicians
Smooth Guitar Tapping by Mark Roskilly, as he covers the Freddie Mercury and Queen song titled Nevermore
Way back in 1974 Queen issued the album Queen 2, which was recorded on August 1973 at Trident Studios, London. On it was a ballad called “Nevermore”, which featured Freddie on piano.
In the video below Mark Roskilly covers Freddie’s song, but instead of playing it on a piano Mark uses the Guitar Tapping technique. He taps out the melody and bass parts on his guitar. Skillfully played by Mark and it sounds amazing.
Video is courtesy of the Mark Roskilly YouTube channel.
Posted by: Vincent Banial
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Guitar solo from Pink Floyd’s Comfortably Numb played effortlessly by Tina S.
Believe or not, she is only 15 years old.
Tina S plays guitar with extraordinary technical ability, while making it look so effortless.
Video is courtesy of the Tina S YouTube channel
One thing that is rather unique about this Tina S version. She does not use the Tremelo Bar / Vibrato Arm at all. She creates a similar effect by pulling and pushing the guitar strings. Check out YouTube for videos of David Gilmour playing Comfortably Numb, to see and hear what I’m talking about
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Her Guitar teacher has been Renaud Louis-Servais. Click on this line to visit his YouTube channel
You can also find Tina S on Twitter.
Posted by: Vincent Banial for Uniquely Toronto
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Tina S covers Dream Theater’s “The Best of Times”. Stunning Guitar playing.
Video is courtesy of the Tina S YouTube channel
IMHO, viewing Tina S play her guitar is a great way to start off 2015….
Posted by: Vincent Banial
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Tina S covers Van Halen’s Erruption solo and then covers Gary Moore’s The Loner. You must see this awesome guitarist play
In the past, I had written about Tina S on the blog at my photo site.
Tina S is a young French female guitarist. Her videos are jaw dropping.
In this video Tina S rips thru the solo from Van Halen’s Erruption. This was filmed back in 2013 when Tina S was only 14 years old.
Queen + Adam Lambert European Tour dates in 2015
Video is courtesy of the Queen Official YouTube channel
The best concert that I have had the luck to be at, was a Queen concert with the late Freddie Mercury. It was simply awesome and remains a fond memory of what a really great concert can be.
The remaining members of Queen are touring again, but with Adam Lambert as the Lead Singer. This is an incredible opportunity to see and hear one of the very best Rock Bands ever. Seriously great musicians. Adam Lambert’s voice has the unique range that Freddie Mercury’s voice had.
The following is the list of 2015 European Tour dates for Queen + Adam Lambert (from the official Queen Press Release):
Tue 13 January – NEWCASTLE Arena. Get tickets thru TicketZone and Ticketmaster
Wed 14 January – GLASGOW Hydro. Get tickets thru TicketZone and Ticketmaster
Sat 17 January – LONDON O2 Arena. Get tickets thru TicketZone and Ticketmaster
Tue 20 January – LEEDS Arena. Get tickets thru TicketZone and Ticketmaster
Wed 21 January – MANCHESTER Arena. Get tickets thru TicketZone and Ticketmaster
Fri 23 January – BIRMINGHAM NIA. Get tickets thru TicketZone and Ticketmaster
Sat 24 January – NOTTINGHAM Arena. Get tickets thru TicketZone and Ticketmaster
Mon 26 January – PARIS Zenith. Get tickets thru Topbillet
Thu 29 January – COLOGNE Lanxess Arena. Get tickets thru Eventim
Fri 30 January – AMSTERDAM, Ziggo Dome. Get tickets thru Eventim
Sun 1 February – VIENNA Stadhalle. Get tickets thru Eventim
Mon 2 February – MUNICH Olympiahalle. Get tickets thru Eventim
Wed 4 February – BERLIN O2. Get tickets thru Eventim
Thu 5 February – HAMBURG O2. Get tickets thru Eventim
Sat 7 February – FRANKFURT Festhalle. Get tickets thru Eventim
Sun 8 February – BRUSSELS Palais 12. Get tickets thru Sherpa
Tue 10 February – MILAN Forum. Get tickets thru Ticketone
Fri 13 February – STUTTGART Schleyerhalle. Get tickets thru Eventim
Sun 15 February – HERNING Jyske Bank Boxen. Get tickets thru Billetnet
Tue 17 February – PRAGUE O2. Buy tickets thru Ticketportal
Thu 19February – ZURICH Hallenstadion. Buy tickets thru Ticketcorner
Click on this line to visit the Queen Online website for latest Tour updates.
Click on this line to read the Queen Bio on the Rolling Stone mag website
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Posted by: Vincent Banial
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Janis Joplin sings Cry Baby – live in Toronto
I have shot my share of concerts. I’ll get into trouble for the following statement. Thru the lens one can see who really gets into their music and those who just go thru the motions.
Janis Joplin was the real deal, an amazing performer.
Video is courtesy of the w1zard23 YouTube channel
Posted by: Vincent Banial
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CNE Concert Photos – Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage on Aug 29 2014
Tim Hicks and his bandmates put on an “AMAZING” concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage on Aug 20!!!
Photo from the Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage on Aug 29 2014
This was the best band that I have ever had the luck to see and hear performing at the CNE Bandshell Stage! Tim Hicks and his boys know how to entertain!
Photo from the Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage
I was apprehensive about shooting this concert. Tim Hicks is supposed to play on Country Music Radio Stations. Little did I know. This was “not” a Johnny Cash type of Country Music. Tim Hicks is as a good a Rock Band as they are a Country Band.
Photo from the Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage
Superb Guitar solos. Their Bass Player is an extraordinary showman. Tim has a powerful voice and easily worked the audience.
Photo from the Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage
Their Drummer pounded out the beat. Seriously great muscians.
Photo from the Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage
I am not a Country Music fan, but I really enjoyed the Tim Hicks concert. Great to listen to. Fun to watch their performance.
Photo from the Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage
The only stupid beef that I had, was with Tim’s baseball cap. The front brim would cast a shadow on his face…
Photo from the Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage
Tim Hicks closed the show with multiple blasts from assorted Dry Ice funnels. They blasted funnels of fog onto the stage. Really neat effect. Wish that I had brought two cameras with a wide angle zoom on it. Hard to capture a full stage with a long lens.
Photo from the Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage
Because of the Tim Hicks concert, I plan on buying a video camera in the near future. Video is great when something spectacular happens. I would have loved to have captured their closing song on video. Heck the whole Tim Hicks concert would have been great to capture on video.
Photo from the Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage
Tim Hicks spoke about playing for a long period as the “house band” in a Toronto bar. These guys are ready for the “big time”. Superb players who also have a great visual performance. Concerts are about “BOTH” sight and sound. Tim Hicks and his band knows about that, in spades.
Photo from the Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage
Photo from the Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage
Photo from the Tim Hicks concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage
Click on this line to visit the official Tim Hicks website, to learn more about the band.
Click on this line to visit the official Tim Hicks Facebook page.
Click on this line to visit the official Tim Hicks YouTube channel and view some great music videos.
Posted by: Vincent Banial
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CNE Concert Photos – DESTROYER concert at the CNE Midway Stage on Aug 22 2014
DESTROYER performing at the CNE Midway Stage on Aug 22 2014
On Aug 22, DESTROYER fans filled the area around the CNE Midway Stage.
DESTROYER performing at the CNE Midway Stage on Aug 22 2014
This band puts on great concerts. They know how important visual impact is.
DESTROYER performing at the CNE Midway Stage on Aug 22 2014
I caught their last show, which was impressive. After their set, members of DESTROYER went out into the audience to chat with their fans.
DESTROYER performing at the CNE Midway Stage on Aug 22 2014
Earlier this year, DESTROYER had played their 1,000th concert. Not many bands reach that milestone.
DESTROYER performing at the CNE Midway Stage on Aug 22 2014
If you get the chance to catch one of their live performances, don’t miss it….
DESTROYER performing at the CNE Midway Stage on Aug 22 2014
Click on this line to visit the official DESTROYER Canada Facebook page.
Click on this line to visit the official concerts list for the CNE Midway Stage.
Click on this line to visit the official DESTROYER Canada website.
Posted by: Vincent Banial
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CNE Concert Photos – Paul James Band at the Midway Stage on Aug 18 2014
On Aug 18 2014, the Paul James Band performed at the CNE Midway Stage, with multiple sets.
The Paul James Band is made up of talented musicians. What sets them apart from most other bands is Paul James, their Lead Singer, Guitarist and Front-man. Paul is a great musician, who knows how to entertain and work the audience.
Photo of the Paul James Band performing at the CNE Midway Stage on Aug 18 2014. Photo credits CLiK CLiK VIc
Photos of the Paul James Band performing at the CNE Midway Stage on Aug 18 2014. Photo credits CLiK CLiK VIc
Concerts are not only about the sound. People can listen to a radio, to hear sound. They go to “see” and hear the musicians. A great performance must include visual components. The Paul James Band offers up superb sound, along with fun to watch performance. Great stuff and not commonly seen.
Photo of the Paul James Band performing at the CNE Midway Stage on Aug 18 2014. Photo credits CLiK CLiK VIc
Yes, I really enjoyed their set. It was simply awesome!!!
Photo of the Paul James Band performing at the CNE Midway Stage on Aug 18 2014. Photo credits CLiK CLiK VIc
Highly recommended band. You MUST SEE the Paul James Band perform live whenever you get a chance…
Click on this line to visit the official Paul James band Website.
Click on this line to view the Paul James Band Wikipedia page.
Click on this line to visit the Paul James Band YouTube Channel with great music videos.
Special Thanks go out to Vincent Banial for shooting the photos of this concert.
CNE Concert Photos – Kailash Kher concert at the CNE Bandsell on Aug 17 2014
International Super Star Kailash Kher and his band “Kailasa” performed to a packed audience, at the CNE Bandshell on Aug 17 2014.
Kailash Kher and his band “Kailasa” performed at the CNE Bandsell on Aug 17 2014. Photo Credits CLiK CLiK Vic
Great concert. Interestingly the audience was a mix of older and younger fans. True stars area able to cross the generational divide.
Kailash Kher and his band “Kailasa” performed at the CNE Bandsell on Aug 17 2014. Photo Credits CLiK CLiK Vic
The show was in a way a mix of the old rustic India and the new Modern India.
Kailash Kher and his band “Kailasa” performing at the CNE Bandsell on Aug 17 2014. Photo Credits CLiK CLiK Vic
Kailash Kher and his band “Kailasa” performing at the CNE Bandsell on Aug 17 2014. Photo Credits CLiK CLiK Vic
I was surprised when he ask female fans to join him on stage. It looked liked the Security guy were also surprised. The Audience loved that gesture.
Kailash Kher and his band “Kailasa” performing at the CNE Bandsell on Aug 17 2014. Photo Credits CLiK CLiK Vic
Kailash Kher and his band “Kailasa” performing at the CNE Bandsell on Aug 17 2014. Photo Credits CLiK CLiK Vic
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Posted by: Vincent Banial
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CNE Concert Photos – Down With Webster concert at the CNE Bandshell Stage on Aug 15 2014
Here is our Gallery of CNE Concert photos,
from the Down With Webster concert
held at the CNE Bandshell on Aug 15 2014.
Down With Webster concert at the CNE Bandshell on Aug 15 2014. Photo Credit Vincent Banial
Down With Webster concert at the CNE Bandshell on Aug 15 2014. Photo credit Vincent Banial
Down With Webster concert at the CNE Bandshell on Aug 15 2014. Photo credit Vincent Banial
Down With Webster concert at the CNE Bandshell on Aug 15 2014. Photo credit Vincent Banial
Down With Webster concert at the CNE Bandshell on Aug 15 2014. Photo credit Vincent Banial
Down With Webster concert at the CNE Bandshell on Aug 15 2014 Photo Credit Vincent Banial
Down With Webster concert at the CNE Bandshell on Aug 15 2014. Photo credit Vincent Banial
Click on this line to visit the official band website for Down With Webster.
Click on this line to visit the official Facebook page for Down With Webster.
Click on this line to view the official Down With Webster iTunes page.
Click on this to view our CNE Concerts list for CNE Bandshell concerts in 2014.
Click on this line to visit the official CNE website.
Posted by: Vincent Banial
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CNE Concert Photos – Wednesday’s Engine concert at the CNE Midway Stage – Aug 15 2014
Photo of Wednesday’s Engine in concert at the CNE Midway Stage 2014. Photo Credit Vincent Banial
Wednesday’s Engine performed on the Midway Stage at the CNE.
Photo of Wednesday’s Engine concert at the CNE Midway Stage 2014. Photo Credit Vincent Banial
I dropped by after the Down With Webster concert at the CNE Bandshell on Aug 15.
Photo of Wednesday’s Engine concert at the CNE Midway Stage 2014. Photo Credit Vincent Banial
The Lighting guys at the Midway Stage are again doing a superb job.
Photo of Wednesday’s Engine concert at the CNE Midway Stage 2014. Photo Credit Vincent Banial
IMHO the lighting on the Midway Stage is way better, than the lighting on the CNE Bandshell Stage. No dark shadows being cast onto the Musician’s faces…
Photo of Wednesday’s Engine concert at the CNE Midway Stage 2014. Photo Credit Vincent Banial
Wednesday’s Engine is made up of extremely good Musicians. Great band to kick back and listen to, while partaking in a few Brewskys with friends.
Photo of Wednesday’s Engine concert at the CNE Midway Stage 2014. Photo Credit Vincent Banial
Click on this line to visit the Official Website for “Wednesday’s Engine”.
Click on this line to visit “Wednesday’s Engine” official Facebook page.
Click on this line to view our CNE Midways Stage Concerts listing for 2014.
Click on this line to view our CNE Bandshell Stage Concerts listing for 2014.
Special Thanks go out to Vincent Banial for shooting the photos of this concert for Uniquely Toronto.
Alannah Myles, with her full band, will perform at the Webber Academy Performing Arts Centre in Calgary, on May 03 2014
Photo of Alannah MYles & Neil Chapman performing at Woodbine Park in Toronto. Photo Credit Vincent Banial
Video is courtesy of the Alannah Myles Official YouTube channel
Alannah Myles will perform a repetoire of songs which will cover her 25 years of creating and sharing music which is etched into our memories.
The concert will be recorded and rebroadcast for Stampede City Sessions.
Neil Chapman will be on Lead Guitar. Leo Valvassori will be by Alannah’s side on MD, Bass, Cello & Vocals. Dale Harrison will add superb percussion on Drums. Rich Roxborough will again be featured on Keys & Vocals.
Click on this line to visit the online Zoobis ticket purchase page.
There is also a map of the location of the Webber Academy.
Click on this line to visit the official Alannah Myles website. Don’t forget to Bookmark her site.
Clicking on this line will take you to the Webber Academy (in Calgary, Alberta) website.
Alannah Myles has a Vimeo site where she shares a number of great videos.
To visit the official Alannah Myles Facebook page, just click on this line. Alannah actually runs the page and actually posts on it. Visiting her Facebook page is always fun and interesting. It is also very addictive. You “will” need your daily Alannah Myles fix….
The upcoming May 03 show is a rare chance to hear Alannah Myles live, along with her band of really Gifted Musicians. Get your tickets while you still can…
Posted by: Vincent Banial for Uniquely Toronto
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SLYDE will be playing their final show at Cherry Cola’s on Saturady April 05. May be the last chance to see and hear an Amazing Toronto Rock band
A good friend gave me the Heads Up on this show. Takes place at Cherry Cola’s which is located at 200 Bathurst St in Toronto (Bathurst and Queen) on April 05.
Photos of These Kids Wear Crowns amazing concert in Vaughan Ontario, on Canada Day
Photo of These Kids Wear Crowns. Photo credit ccvic.zenfolio.com
“These Kids Wear Crowns” is a band based on Canada’s west coast in Chilliwack BC. There was another great band out of Chilliwack called “Chilliwack”. I wonder if there is something in the water in Chilliwack which help produce amazing bands every few decades??? It was real treat to get to see them perform on Canada Day in Vaughan. Took lots of concert photos. Continue reading
The National in concert at the NXNE Festival
The National performed at the NXNE Festival. Unfortunately, I had to leave just before their evening set. Earlier during their sound check, they performed one song and these photos were grabbed. Special Thanks go out to Vincent Banial for sharing the photos of this concert with Uniquely Toronto.
The National performed at NXNE. Photo credit ccvic.zenfolio.com
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