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INSPIRED BY A THIRST TO CREATE GREAT ALT-COUNTRY MUSIC
Founded in 2004 by multi-instrumentalist Andre Skinner, Canteen Knockout is
Toronto’s most original alt-country sound. The title of the band’s first full-length CD,
Navajo Steel, is a glimpse into the vibe of Canteen Knockout: beautifully-crafted yet
high-energy music inspired by long journeys along the road less traveled through hot,
dry places; and a thirst that can never be fully quenched. In 2008 Canteen Knockout
signed their first record contract with Canadian based indie label (weewerk) and have
since licensed music to feature films and have had notable radio play accross Canada,
the U.S., Australia and Europe.
Canteen Knockout released a critically acclaimed full
length album in March 2010
titled Broken Down Town on the (weewerk) label.
Canteen Knockout’s most notable exposure to date includes a festival tour Europe in
2008, an opening performance for Great Big Sea at Toronto's The Molson Amphitheatre
in 2005, a Canadian tour promoting their 2010 album Broken Down Town along with sharing
the stage with music heavyweights Hugh Cornwell of the Stranglers and Moe Berg of the
Pursuit of Happiness.
Their passionate and rapidly growing fan base has also regularly packed essential Toronto
rock clubs such as The Dakota Tavern, The Horseshoe Tavern, and the Cadillac Lounge.
Now, as one might expect from a band like Canteen Knockout, they are poised to hit the road
and make the world their own “alt country”. Well-received performances in Nashville, Tennessee
and Berlin Germany is evidence that the world on a much larger scale is ready to embrace the
Canteen Knockout sound.
INTRODUCING CANTEEN KNOCKOUT :
Andre Skinner: lead vocals & rhythm guitar
A veteran of the Toronto indie scene, André has built his potent mix of guitar, vocal
and percussion sensibilities with the likes of Pope Factory, Slit Slot and many other
outfits whose sounds ranged power pop to jazz. These diverse influences have helped
him guide Canteen Knockout’s sound and distinguish it with unique vocal tones and
edgy, catchy melodies.
Alex Maxymiw: pedal steel, lead guitar & backup vocals
A 15-year veteran of life on the road, Alex is a former member of Luther Wright
and
the Wrongs, best known for having reworked Pink Floyd’s seminal album “The Wall”
into an acclaimed country masterpiece. This experience amongst many others makes
him an ideal addition to Canteen Knockout’s creative inner circle.
Brent Janisse: electric bass
Brent is a strong believer in simplicity and applies it to his rock-solid country-rock bass
grooves for Canteen Knockout.
Jon McCaan: drums
With over 15 years of experience as a professional drummer Jon is the glue that holds
the rhythm section tightly in place. Jon has toured extensively with acts such as Quagmyre
Caution Jam, The Intentions and many more.
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