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CanIndie is not a commercial venture. Its goal is simple.... to present Canadian Independent Recording Artists to the world.
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Versus The Nothing
VERSUS THE NOTHING, a hard rock band from Vancouver BC features heavy guitars, powerful melodic vocals, and an infamous energetic live show. The group is carving out a name for themselves through extensive touring, and have built a loyal and growing fan base across Canada and the United States with their blend of post-punk infused grunge rock. “Everything you want is on the other side of fear. Fear is something that stops you from achieving or pushing forward against the odds. VERSUS THE NOTHING stands for fighting adversity, doing what you love and overcoming what seems… Read more.....
Sandy Bone & The BreakDown
SandyBone is a well-established Canadian musician and an accomplished bandleader who sings, plays guitar, drums and harmonica. Known for his charismatic and passionate performances he has devoted his life to music: touring, performing, recording and producing records across North America and around the globe for over 30 years. Read more.....
Brandon Isaak (Yukon Slim)
What separates Brandon from the rest of the pack besides his world-class musicianship and song writing, is his ability to connect and involve the audience in his live shows. In 2010 Brandon was nominated for Song Writer Of The Year by the Maple Blues Awards. This honor recognized him as being one of Canada’s top songwriters. He was also one of Canada’s 13 song writers picked to write a road song about their province / territory for the CBC’s, great Canadian Song Quest 2011. Brandon has just released his first solo album entitled; “Bluesman’s Plea”. Don’t let the title fool you; this is a very… Read more.....
Russell Marsland
Local guitar ace Russell Marsland has been a powerful presence on the Vancouver music scene for more than 30 years. At 15, he would sneak out of his parents' East Van residence to play between strip shows at the Penthouse; two years later he was in the house band at famed '70s hangout Lasseter's Den, performing with the likes of Powder Blues guitarist Tom Lavin (who handled bass back then). By the time of his first pro gig, Marsland had already been exploring the guitar for a decade. "I was five the first time I picked it up," relates the 50-year-old fretmaster, calling on a cellphone from a… Read more.....
Karen Larson
With the exception of Liza Minnelli, Weird Al Yankovic and Norwegian death-metal bands, musicians hate being “pigeonholed” — Vancouver singer/songwriter Karen Larson harbors no such concerns. She doesn’t mind being pigeonholed as a singer/songwriter, because that is exactly what she is. Her debut album 'Fire and Ice', showcasing some of Vancouver's finest musicians showcases both her rich, soulful vocals and gift for moving seamlessly between rootsy country-tinged pop and smoldering jazzy blues. Read more.....
Maureen Washington
With a vocal style that encompasses the soul of Etta James, and Carmen McRae, the modernity of Holly Cole and the playfulness of Jann Arden, Maureen Washington evokes comparison to some of the great female Jazz singers of our time yet remains one of a kind. Maureen Washington songstress for a variety of different ensembles, began her music career in Prince George where she sang in a funk, blues, swing band named BOP. Now based in Victoria, Maureen performs with many different configurations: from duos to sextets at several high end venues around Vancouver Island. She also performed at 4… Read more.....
Deanna Cartea
Imagine Joni Mitchell playing guitar for Feist and you may come up with something similar to Deanna Cartea's unique approach to music that blurs the lines between Folk, Rock and Pop. Her captivating vocals are like a blend of woodsmoke and wonder and combine well with the rocking and rhythmic undertones of her songs. Deanna's songwriting is full of emotion and soul inspired by her own life experience and from those around her. As clear and true as the tide, Deanna Cartea is an artist you don't want to miss. Captivating vocals, haunting melodies, and thought-provoking lyrics describe the music… Read more.....
Kristen Karma
Canada’s latest edgy pop sensation, Kristen Karma, is bustin’ out into the pop/rock music scene with a vengeance. Utilizing simple, yet focused melodies combined with driving beats, she’s created a lush sonic sound that’s all her own. Having just completed her debut EP “DESTINATION UNKNOWN” with Producer/Engineer, Dave Thompson of Digital Underdog Productions (High Holy Days, Leslie Carter), Karm...a is optimistic about what the future has in store for her. Armed with a certification in Audio Engineering, and completion of the sixth grade in Royal Conservatory of music, this young ambitious… Read more.....
Cindy Lou
Cindy Lou Potter just finished a western Canadian tour. She played 13 shows in four weeks opening for the Rock band Uncle Sid. She is currently living in Vancouver, B.C., pursuing her career in the music industry. A well rounded musician, Cindy Lou is a reflection of life experiences written in a song. As a lyricist and vocalist she has been involved with music her entire life. "This is what I am meant to do!" says the talented young R and B singer. She moved to the city to place herself in a better position, available for more opportunity. You can see her performing all over Canada and the… Read more.....
KerryLee
KerryLee is an independent artist - singer songwriter who has participated in numerous shows, festivals and fundraisers such as the Hall of Fame National Singing Finals and Tribute to the Grand Ole Opry in Calgary, Cloverdale Country Fest, Cloverdale Rodeo, City of Surrey Canada Day, Abbotsford Agrifair, BC Talent Search and BCRA Rodeo Finals. KerryLee qualified in the Hall of Fame Canadian National Singing Finals held in Calgary in 2001 & 2002 performing her own material and went on to Nashville to record two of her written pieces. “Built to Break", written in 1999, was played on various… Read more.....
King Dylan
King Dylan loves to rap, sing, play piano and jump around. He also loves to stroke his own ego, get serious and emotional, and use his charm to get money out of old ladies. This solo Hip Hop/Pop-rock musician takes the talent and emotion from Eminem and mixes it with the bouncy, energetic humour of 3OH!3 and the rock/hip hop influence of Linkin Park. Some people have described this musical emotional experience as similar to petting a cute puppy, breaking up with the love of your life, or watching a senior citizen in tighty whitey’s pull off spectacular cartwheels. Dylan Roberts took a quote… Read more.....
Fallstaf
Haling from the depths of Montreal, these pillars of Brass Metal have crawled through the darkest roads performing in some of the showiest corners of the continent. Dozens and dozens of times they have shocked the musical world with their sound since 2009 and they plan on shocking some more in 2011. 'Bastard sons of a pure breed', the album produced by Kevin Jardine (slaves on dope) will the day in spring of 2011. Fallstaf is the other side of North East Bistro. Us boys have always been attracted to the louder types of music. Fallstaf has allowed us to come into contact with the louder and… Read more.....