Another great band with Victoria roots is No Gold, previously known as Yukon (the crowd, when asked for ideas, suggested "Golden" at their last Kelowna show). I’m not sure which I prefer as far as names go, but these guys are definitely worth checking out. Self-decribed on their myspace account as “Tropical, Healing and Easy Listening”, it’s true that they are all of these things, but these guys also know how to rock out, making you want to dance while sipping on a mojito. Recently relocating to Vancouver from Victoria, the trio consists of Jack Jutesen playing pretty guitar riffs, Liam Butler delivering smooth vocals and bass lines, and Haley Pearse rocking dancey drums. They have toured (and played) with Adrian Orange from Portland, Oregon of Thanksgiving fame, providing his backing band for his off-the-hook indie rock/folk anthem-esque songs. If you are into Vampire Weekend, you'll like these guys, who have been rocking out long before those young kids. Have a listen, and watch for them coming through your town, as they may just be one of the best live shows I've seen this year.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhwgfpOy4Us
www.myspace.com/goldentombs
Tour Dates:
24 Mar 2008 20:00 Media Club w/ Plants & Animals - Vancouver
5 Apr 2008 20:00 EDGEFEST at Hoko’s w/ International Falls,
Mt. Eerie, Candles, Octoberman - Vancouver
15 May 2008 20:00 Thunderbird Radio Hell - CITR.ca
21 May 2008 20:00 O'Flannigans Pub w/ International Falls - Kelowna
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uhh, they're not from victoria. they originated in vancouver. not that it really matters.
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