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. . . FAITHLESSLY YOURS: ART BERGMANN TRIBUTE!

Thursday, April 24th at the Railway Club (579 Dunsmuir, upstairs, just off Seymour ) Tix: $10 at the door.

Proceeds go to keep Radio Bandcouver and Co-op Radio on the air. Hear Radio Bandcouver online from 2:30-4pm, and podcasted at: www.coopradio.org

Yes, we know that Art is still alive, but, why wait til somebody's passed away to give a loving tribute? We didn't for the Kinks, so we're not going to do so with Art Bergmann either! We're celebrating one of Canada's most important songwriters and performers: The Eastside's Punk Poet if you will. From his days with The Schmorgs to his brilliant solo career, Art Bergmann has given us some of the most vital rock and roll of the past 30 years! It's time we gave him his due!

*Performances by: RAT SILO (featuring former members of Sons Of Freedom, 54/40 & Jackalope), GEOFF BERNER, TONY BALONY, CONRAD (you may have seen their "Airstrike " video on MuchMusic), The RENTALMEN (NJAMS' musical staff), TROUBLE, NEVADA, ELIZABETH FISCHER + more!

Art Bergmann and his wife, Sherri Decembrini, have given the tribute their blessing! They are both very happy and very thankful somebody still values Art's music and still gives him airplay. Mark had a lenghty conversion with Sherri about Art, her and their adventures with the music business, the mistreatment and misrepresentation of Art and his music, their upbringing and Art's coping with his arthritis. Even through all this, they are very happy where they're living now and they're in a much better headspace these days. Sherri has also confirmed that, Art Bergmann himself has agreed to an interveiw, live on the air during the Art Bergmann special on Co-op Radio!

Once again on Thursday, April 17th from 2:30-4pm PST and online from www.coopradio.org. Call 604-684-8494 with your finacial support to keep Art Bergmann and other deserving local acts on the air.

Co-op is listenered sponsered, and gives you the kind of perspective, and community feel neither commercial nor sattelite radio can give you. You become part owner of the station, as much a part of the station as you want, you can write it off your income tax and even apply for your own radio show, amongst other benefits. You also don't have to buy new equipment to hear it and there are no hidden charges. Here's to Sherri, Art and you for supporting indie music and indie radio!

CHEAP THRILLS! EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE BOURBON IN GASTOWN! $5 for 3 acts every week! Doors: 8pm / Shows: 8:30pm

Every week 3 Chord Rebel, and the Bourbon, with support from Radio Bandcouver, offer you some grand musical discoveries! Acts from a myriad of musical styles take the stage and strut their stuff! Some of the fine acts that have bounded onto the Bourbon's stage include: The Rub, Punch Charming, Blue & White Van , Wicker Robot, and Rat Silo! Come on down and find out what's new in your local music scene! It's early, its cheap and you'll be the first to witness acts who may become some of your favourites! Visit www.myspace.com/gordberry for upcoming Cheap Thrills and other exciting live music events!

. . . KEEP PORT LANDS IN PUBLIC HANDS

Radio Bandcouver fully supports The Central Waterfront Coalition's bid to keep Crab Park at Portside a much-needed greenspace for the people of the downtown eastside. We hold the annual Crab Park, July 1st Festival there, and want to preserve its natural beauty and keep the park for the people of the downtown eastside. A private company wants to build a stadium / entertainment facility on public waterfront land without the public's approval. Such a private mega-project would destroy the park and have a huge, detrimental effect on the immediate neighbourhood. This is Vancouver's last piece of undeveloped waterfront, which belongs to the people through the Port of Vancouver. Vancouver is known worldwide as a city that takes pride in retaining the natural beauty of its public waterfront land. Imagine Vancouver without Stanley Park or a beach on the westside or Kitsilano. That's why we urge the public to write parliament, and encourage them not to hand over land, that is rightfully ours, to private interests who hold no concern for the immediate environment or its nearby citizens. Visit: centralwaterfrontcoalition.org for more info, and write to: The Honourable Lawrence Cannon Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities House of Commons Parliament Buildings Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6

. . . Here's The Latest Batch Of Musical Marvels!

Girl Nobody - Balaclava Casino Heist

This is the band's second album, a few years in the making, and well worth the wait. Girl Nobody weave an intriguing web of dark Pop, electronica and lyrics that seem to convey more than they let on. Marta Jaciubek-McKeever, is a charming and engaging performer, who has to be seen live to be fully understood. Her vocals gliding effortlessly from a quiet purr to full on yelps. She can hold on to a note as well as anybody when she chooses. Marta's voice control is stunning. She's also a highly accomplished keyboard player, has a bash at electric guitar and even had a small drum set to work out her tension during their CD release at The Red Room. The arrangements on this album are very imaginative, connecting some of the tunes with electronic blips and signal manipulations which don't take away from the music. The melodies get stronger with each listen. Check out the title track, "I'll Shake it", the reggae tinged "Sniffin' Glue", the lovely "Let you Down" and her effective vocal acrobatics on "Icons Bleed". Marta lets the other members take the spotlight with a couple of quirky tunes : "Two Left Shoes" and "Grandfather". You get the feeling these songs are waiting to be used in a Terantino, or Lynch flick somewhere. And so they should. www.girlnobody.com / www.myspace.com/girlnobody

Minimalist Jugband - Thrift Stories

The title of his second album is quite fitting given the subject matter. Such topics as buying on a budget, fate, confusion, selling off trinkets, just gettin' by, and other such galling mysteries in life without the benefit of a fat chequebook, are all effectively covered in an highly entertaining, offbeat, individual and hilarious manner. Al Mader is The Minimalist Jug Band, with his stories, his sharp observations, his stream of consciousness mannerisms, and his homemade washtub bass. The material harkens back to the beatnik era in the 50's ,but, with a more modern and local spin to it. There's a lot of mileage afforded from the stories of his "Scarf" , "Dead Man's Pants", " The Best I Could" and "The Daughter Of Victor Hugo" which may give you pause as Al quips: "We all think we're so smart, and we all think we're so strong. But most of what we think is just wrong." If Al's musing get a tad too dark for your liking, there's also a lighter, rockabilly-infused jam ( " Mama Now Baba Now ") to dance to. This kind of unique perspective on life in general has obvious rubbed off on a considerable amount of people, including some of the best musicians around including: Petunia, ( who shares a track:" My Gal / Love Isn't Blue with Al ), Steven Nikleva ( Ray Condo ), Ronnie Hayward, Ed Goodine ( Circus In Flames, Rodney Decroo ) and Megan Rose ( adding vocals to "James Brown Said" ). If you feel the need to take that left turn off the beaten track. This is your destination.

Camille Miller - Somewhere Near the Truth

Camille Miller's voice is the centerpiece of this recording. A finely honed instrument that's passionate, soulful, and downright riveting, without being overbearing. Camille's songs are simple, but highly emotionally and melodically charged. "Somewhere Near the Truth" is her third proper release which finely compliments her previous "Canarvan Street" album. Her songs are very direct and personal, but , are offset by some very strong, memorable melodies. "Repair The Damage" with its catchy chorus could be a staple on Country radio ( as much of what they play isn't really Country ), "Tea & Sandwiches" with its jaunty Brit-Pop bounce and sometimes humorous lyrics about "sleeping on people's couches ...trying not to get in the way", leaves you with a sunny, optimistic buzz. "Tear Us Apart" has a soaring crescendo and a delightfully stubborn way of looking at the bright side. "Frustrated" has the kind of old-school Pop feel that's been almost forgotten in modern circles. "Spin The Bottle's" chorus lingers in your subconscious long after hearing it. Geraldo Dominelli's empathetic production finely compliments Camille's muse. By the time you hear later tracks like "I'll Be Good", "The Real You", the title track, and "I Believe", its abundantly clear that Camille is an artist who's not afraid to flesh out her fears and deliver material that is not only highly appealing ,but, heartfelt and convincing as well. Modern Pop with soul. www.camillemiller.com / www.myspace.com/camillemillermusic

Spygirl - Pieces Of Evidence

From the opening track ( "Come Out To Play" ) to the fade of "Dust", lead vocalist Koralee Tonack's voice conveys an enchanting conviction. Warm, engaging and never twee. She stretches her vocals more on this, Spygirl's second album on such emotive tracks as "Today", "Where Do Those Stars Come From" and "Weight of the World". Korilee also gets superb backing from the band which includes some jazzy and intricate piano and keyboard fills from Jane Gowan and James Ong. Finely punctuated guitar phrasing from Jon Roper, and a solid backing core of Edwardo Ottoni on skins and Al Mac Innes on bass. Producer Tom Rothrock ( Beck, Badly Drawn Boy ) admirably balances more aggressive arrangements with ample space for both Korilee's vocals and the songs to breath. He also uses his skills in electronica sparingly and tastefully. Jane also adds trumpet fills to punctuate the break from the deceptive calm in "Where Do Those Stars Come From", where all the musicians take flight in a cathartic 'free for all' before falling back into the groove. "Beautiful" is a dark gem with a therimen-like sample supplying some keen atmosphere. "Feeling Fine" has a chorus that could melt even the most jaded heart. "Be Lost" displays an addictive groove that would fit snuggly into the current crop of dancy UK acts, and "Dust" is a lovely, contemplative ode to end off Spygirl's delightful open forum between Pop, Rock, Folk and Electronica. Put on the headphones and let this one sink it. www.spygirlmusic.com / www.myspace.com/spygirlspygirl Be sure to visit Zulu, Scratch and Red Cat for these stellar releases.

. . . RADIO LEGEND RED ROBINSON POSTS MY "INDEPENDENT RADIO" BLURB!

Yes, you heard right! Vancouver Radio legend Red Robinson posted my blurb about "Independent Radio" on the "Reditorial" page of his website: www.redrobinson.com Just scroll down the "reditorial" page. It's there! Red, in case you don't know, brought rock and roll to Vancouver. Back in the days when commercial radio was more community-oriented and as a result: a lot more fun to listen to and to be a part of! My "Independent Radio" blurb that is posted is in response to some very comprehensive and illuminating articles Red posted about commercial radio's downfall. How, as I've always suspected, radio is run by people who don't care for music or community. It's a relief to know someone in commercial radio is just as outraged about its long-running pathetic state as I am. Good on ya, Red!

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''In spite of the competition from sources such as the Internet and YouTube, Bignell is still a disc jockey who plays only what he wants.'' - Tom Harrison, the Province

"Best Of BC - Best Local Evening Radio Show" - The Westender

"Radio With Soul" - Nancy Lanthier, The Vancouver Sun



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. . . About Radio BANDCOUVER

A big proponent of the local independent music scene. Mark Bignell puts talented & deserving music on the air that traditional commercial stations wouldn't have the vision to include in their heavily diluted mass marketed commercial reality. Radio Bandcouver endeavors and succeeds in bringing the bright stars of the underground into the light.


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