EFR Studios Food Jam/Song Writing Contest 2004

All went well considering it was our first time putting on such an event we did not receive one entry form until the night in question, so I was a little worried until I started seeing bands and artists showing up as early as 4:00 pm and seeing the hall fill up by seven was a relief . Approximately 100 to 125 people of all ages showed up through out the evening the show was delayed about 15 minutes ended at about 11:30 that wasn’t bad timing I was impressed with the amount of amazing talent that came out of the woodworks we had 12 entries, 5 solo artists, 3 two man/woman bands and 4 full bands there was,

Inside Spiral, alternative/metal band from S.S.M. took 1st place with their song "Why"  Very creative and energetic group they received 30 hours recording demo package. The band consists of Ryan Graham Drummer/background vocals, John Fabbro rhythm guitar/lead vocals, lead guitarist Jordan Koski and Bass Lucas Bugyra. They also performed "Away From Here" , "Prisoner of War". Songs featured on EFR RADIO

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Christianne Kerns, folk solo artist from Blind River took 2nd place with her song "Under a Streetlight " winning 12 hours recording demo package $100.00 and assorted gifts from various local sponsors. She Also Performed " A Blues Song " & " Until Tomorow " (Picture Not Shown)

Downfall alternative band from S.S.M. who won 3rd place with there song, " Life " winning 10 hours recording demo package and $50.00.Even with the drums falling apart, during the solo, the singer managed to fix the problem with out the drummer missing a beat and finished the song. These guys played like pros. The band is Jammie Pedalino - Drums , Ali Acceti -Bass , Mike Yakasovich - Lead Guitar , Marco Pedalino - Vocals/Guitar. They also performed theyr songs "I'm Not Blind" & Destruction.

There was also great performances by

Don & Dennis Jacques, Pop rock performing their songs "Pretty Lady"& "Guitar Man" . Good riffs.

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Tyme Well Wasted , progressive rock/alternative band from Little Current Ontario. They performed " Ides of March " , " Shiver " & " Out of Control ".

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"I Before You", Punk Rock two young fellows with lots of spunk from Barrie Ont. , performed their songs "

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From Elliot Lake we had

Lori Osprey, Folk Singer Songwriter She performed her songs "Turning the Page" and "Why".

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Heather Vourhees Country/Gospel Performedher songs "Jimmie can't come to the door", "Nova Scotia Song" followed by, "Going Down in the Water" accompanied by MR. Vourhees on harmonica.

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Dan Gauthier, Folk/Gospel performed his songs "Friendship for a Friend" & "911 Fire Fighter"

--------------------------Hellen Gibouleau, Pop/country/rock performed " Why " & " I'ts all about Wishing" .

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Laurelle Robichaud, Pop/Rock . Performed My One and Only.

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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Shannon/Joe/Germain/Norm , Rock They performed their songs " My Home Town " & " Count on Me ".

We had performance’s by Kristen St Jules of Blind River, rap artist Big Kowgli of Missisauga First Nation's and myself

I performed a few songs. We performed, I'm Into You the new single off Big Kowgli's Knowledge & Respect. along with a few more that will be featured on the next CD Extra Fine & Company Volume 2 In the mean time you can pick up a copy of Extra fine & Company Volume 1 and Big Kowgli's Knowledge & Respect @ the following locations . ,North Channel Music E.L. , Cottage Country B.R. Radio Shack. B.R.. Action Plus B.R. , The Broken Canoe, First Nation, North Channel Confectionary F.N,. Sight & Sounds E.L. or @ www.extrafinerecords.com

--------------------------------------------------------------------------We collected 602 food items from audience and the local business and we raised $225.00 and divided it between the Blind River, Elliot Lake, and Missisauga First Nation, Food banks. We also donated the extra supplys to the local business who helped out. I would like to thank the Blind River Legion for letting us host the event in their establishment all the 55 business who helped to sponsor the event couldn’t of done it with out you. And also the judges Roselynd Raby of the Standard, Laurence & Glenda Massicote of North Channel Music, my lovely wife Lise Rock for gathering all the sponsors and more & Kyle Chiblow rap artist for helping me with this project. Bernie Lauzon, Kevin & Rocky for supplying the sound from Action Music S.S.M. . Sylvie Groulx as MC her first time she did great, and all the volunteers who helped out. Thank you all of you's
We also took a moment to pay respect to the victims of September, 11, 2001 with a song titled Never Forget I would like to thank the fire fighters and legionnaire who took the time to stand and honour the victims.

----------------------------------------------------------------And finally all the artists. There wouldn’t of been a show with out you. You’s all did a great job. Thanks for coming hope to see you next year.

We are starting to plan the next one for near future, I would like to make it a weekend event. I am working on getting the big companies involved like Gibson, Yamaha, Fender ect.... for super prizes on different categories. So we are looking for sponsors starting now so anyone who would like to get on board call 356 1701.

Bands and solo artists who would like to sing up can do so now.

Yves Rock

EFR Studios

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