Acrpost: A Project of the Pacific Association of Artist Run Centres

Event Description

. Friday, June 30th IMU & CiTR 101.9FM present Madison's Panic, Andy Collins, Dan Swinimer + Tarl @ The BACKSTAGE LOUNGE, 1585 Johnston Street, Granville Island . 9pm / $10

MADISON'S PANIC - And then suddenly out of nowhere comes a sound never heard before - it resonates with a melody, complexity, and aura so brilliant that the heart cannot help but blame the mind. The mind just smiles and nods... armed with an array of strings, Madison's Panic combine acoustic rock with intense emotion and raw musical energy. The versatile group's sound resonates with melody, complexity and heart with an intense unique mixture of punk, ballad and classical composition creating fresh new classics at every turn. http://www.madisonspanic.com

ANDY COLLINS is one of the best up and coming singer/songwriters in the Vancouver music scene. Drawing upon personal experience and his own style of acoustic and electric sounds, his songs are well crafted, intense, and contain a dark edge that provides the listener with a story on every line. Andy and his dynamic band play catchy, electrified pop-rock with choruses that are guaranteed to stick in your head. http://www.thisiscollins.com

DAN SWINIMER - Superbeing's Dan Swinimer will be treating the crowd to a special acoustic solo set of his songs. Be sure to come out and check out one of Vancouver's finest songsmiths! http://www.superbeingmusic.com

TARL is a talented singer/songwriter/guitarist who plays charming acoustic pop. Former frontman for the successful rock band Sam, Tarl has had the privilege of Canadian tours, movie and videogame soundtrack placements, opening spots with Finger Eleven, Nickelback and Default, and two full length CDs that have sold over 4000 copies. With a flair for entertaining and a voice that captures, Tarl's interactive performances deliver fun and passion. http://www.newmusiccanada.com/genres/artist.cfm?Band_Id=14702