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VICTORIA'S 9TH ANNUAL SKA FESTIVAL FRIDAY FREE SHOW: Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra, Jon and Roy, STAYLEFISH
Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra have a unique sound that tastefully blends ska wit...
In-Person Event
Fri. July 11th 2008 + Add to Calendar
Ship Point (Inner Harbour)
5:30pm - 9:30pm Doors at: 5:00pm
Free
Artists
Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra
Indie-Folk-Roots from Victoria BC
Jon and Roy
folk, roots, acoustic, reggae from Victoria BC
STAYLEFISH
Reggae/Ska from London Ontario
Event Description
Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra have a unique sound that tastefully blends ska with Latin, folk, jazz, and reggae. Another name for this awesome acoustic dance music musical could be called "gypsy ska". Think Manu Chao meets Yan Teirsen. While their roots are very much in the west coast, their influences are varied and growing. Paul Wolda, having studied the Djembe since the age of 7, lays down hypnotic tribal beats as well as smooth Brazilian Portuguese vocals. El Mapache, on accordion, brings the Spanish influence with flamenco rhythms and soaring lead vocals - in both Spanish and English. Jon and Roy are also another Victoria sensation. Both musicians compliment each other through catchy melodies and lyrics that people can relate to mixed with solid percussion that makes anyone list... more...Photos
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Ship Point (Inner Harbour)
wharf and broughton Victoria BC
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