Coastal Giant

Hometowns: Victoria & Salt Spring Island Members: Squirrel - Vocals/Guitars • Ozer - Guitar/Other strings• CC - Bass • Yoshi - Drums Not unlike their name's origin which stems from the Coastal Giant Salamander (one of the few salamanders capable of vocalization), the band can be found most often in their natural habitat. In temperate forests, rivers, freshwater lakes and marshes you can hear the songs of this West Coast Country Funk Rock Band. Long time friends Squirrel (Bradley Smith) and guitarist Ozer (Orion Marcano) began their musical journey in the gulf islands, capturing the ears of their audiences first at outdoor parties and local open mic nights. Writing original music with subject matter ranging from the beauty and fragility of our forests to just plain feel good grooves, the two were inspired by their pure driving love for music and the energy of a dancing crowd to expand their pack and form a band. Working together at a spice warehouse outside of Sidney, BC, they met seasoned alt/reggae drummer Yoshi and CC, a young and skilled former heavy metal bass pla... more...