Damien Cripps set to rock out Vancouver

Good News! This Tuesday, November 23, 2010 Vancouver is blessed with a night filled with the best in Acoustic music, Headlining Damien Cripps from Perth Australia.

Damien, the front man for the Damien Cripps Band, also is a much in demand solo musician in Australia, playing at some of the best spots throughout the country. He never fails to mesmerize the crowd with a collection of original songs , like the hot newly  re-released "Angels In Darkness", the bluesy soulful "Meltdown" or the ever so popular "Pictures".

Joining Damien on this talent packed night is:
COLUMBIA, five guys from Vancouver, have created a big rock sound all of their own and are doing it the way they want playing shows from The Vogue in Vancouver all the way the The Kat Club on Sunset Strip in Los Angeles. They have recently released some great new tracks like “My Conscience Me” and “Motor Ride,” both instantly catchy powerful songs that make you want to join the ride.

KRIS LANGEMAN guitar player and vocalist from the acoustic/roots group Blaming Taylor is known for his affinity for percussion and drums, and he and vocalist/drummer NICK HOPE are a formidable and entertaining duo that never let the groove slip away as they move through many moods.

Songwriter PHIL DICKSON loves performing, loves people, and loves singing. And when you pair his acoustic guitar with the slick and sweet electric sounds of NICK HOPE, his songs take on a near mystical property.

Rock.It Boy Entertainment presents this Acoustic Evening on Tuesday, November 23rd at The Media Club located at 695 Cambie Street in Vancouver (Ph 604-608-2871). Tickets are on sale online at Ticketweb.ca. Doors open at 8:00PM.

Now the Bad News -

I am sadden to report that due to the complexity of the Visa system, and the class of Visa Damien Cripps has to secure in order to come to the USA, his much promoted shows set for December of 2010 have been postponed.

The professional standing that the United States Customs and Immigration Service sets for solo artists is extremely high. We are steadily working to meet them, and are convenient we will, it is just going to take a little more time than we have in order for the USCIS to review the material.. As all Americans know, our Government, especially the Immigration dept, moves slowly and is bureaucratically heavy.

THAT SAID, the tour is not 'cancelled' - just put on hold with Damien's sights set for next year.

I personally want to thank the scores of people whom helped us so much throughout this, to try to name you all would be impossible, but special thanks go out to those professionals in the Music field whom took the time to write the letters of recommendations for Damien. Not many know how quickly you all responded to the request. It was amazing and Thank You no where expresses what we feel in our hearts. And a special Thank You to the venues that worked with me in booking Damien. I am eternally grateful to you all, your understanding in this situation is wonderful, and not only touches my heart, but shows just how much you all have passion for music.

And of course, the biggest Thank You goes out to Mr. Damien Cripps. Your faith and trust in me is overwhelming. I am extremely proud to be part of your incredible team, and look forward to working along side of you for many years to come.

To everyone - I encourage you all to stop by and view the special page on Damien Cripps website where you can see and hear Damien's own message about this matter.
Damien Cripps - Update US Tour.

And for those of you whom make it to the Vancouver show, be ready for the BEST show Damien has ever done.
www.ticketmaster.com/Damien-Cripps-Band-tickets/artist/1517566





Thanks ----

Renagade

Renagade is Damien Cripps USA tour manager/contact

May Day special on WSF Radio with guest Damien Cripps

This Saturday WSF Radio's Indie Lady A will feature the Australian sweetheart, Damien Cripps, Frontman for the Damien Cripps Band.

This show will feature his music and Adrienne will get the inside scoop on just what keeps Damien going,  what inspires him when writing his songs , and what is in store for him and his band.

Show starts at 1:30pm CST and is sure to be one filled with interesting information and knowing Indie Lady A and Damien,  lots of laughs.

So be sure to tune in and hear what happens when an Aussie and a Chicago Doll talk about what they both love dearly .... and thats music.

Indie Lady A - WSF Radio - http://www.blogtalkradio.com/entertainu/2010/05/01/damien-cripps-band

Till then! .....Renagade
Renagade has worked with Damien Cripps since June 2009 handling PR, CD sales, and is currently helping with his upcoming US tour. http://renagadesmusic.com/damiencrippsusatour.htm

The show will be recorded and archived for your listening pleasure if you miss it, just use the link above.

I had the pleasure of co-hosting this event.  Always an HONOR to be included on Indie Lady A 's show.

PRESS RELEASE: Damien Cripps Band broadcast via 'JamCam'

For Immediate Release
Contact: Susan Leak
Renagade's Relics
http://www.renagadesrelics.com/
renagadesrelics@gmail.com

Damien Cripps Band broadcast via 'JamCam'

Perth, Australia – January 20,2010:

Damien Cripps Band is proud to announce they will be offering to the world an unique opportunity to view their special live show in honor of Australia Day via 'JamCam'.
This live performance will broadcast via internet through the great new interface provided on http://www.whotune.com/ , a social media site for Musicians to get there music out to the world. Whotune's ‘JamCam’ unique platform offers a great opportunity for artists to remotely perform for their fans all over the world.
To watch via http://www.whotune.com/ , everyone must create a profile page , similar to that of creating a facebook profile or myspace profile, prior to viewing.

“We are extremely excited over this. To be able to perform live for what could be up to 500000 viewers the globe is a unique chance for an Indie Band.”


If you are in the Perth, AU area, you can catch this show in person at the popular Mustang Bar as well.

Australia
January 26, 2010 - 11.00 am Western Standard Australian Time

United States
January 25, 2010 - 10:00 pm Eastern Standard Time

Location: Mustang Bar, Lake Street , Northbridge, Western Australia – open to public
broadcast to your home anywhere in the world free via http://www.whotune.com/

Damien Cripps Band is a widely popular band with a unique rock sound has a worldwide fan base . They perform live across Australia and are a favorite of the Mustang Bar in Northbridge, WA.

For more information contact:
Susan Leak
Damien Cripps Band – USA Contact
renagadesrelics@gmail.com

My Interview With Damien Cripps

I recently had the pleasure of covering Damien Cripps Band for the Examiner, and actually helped introduce this fabulous Australian Band to the U.S. market. I had listened to a few of there songs and really liked what I heard. Once Damien agreed to allowing me to do a cover story, I was ecstatic. So you can imagine my excitement when he said he wanted to do a phone call first. After talking to Damien, I had a good sense of who he was, what made him tick, and just how dedicated all of the band members are to really making sure every song, every performance is the best it can be. The road for them has been a tough one, but their drive and determination is never wavering. You can look to see this band being around for a long time, all it's going to take to shoot them to that "overnight success" status is a Recording Label that will allow them the creative control they need. As Damien said, he "can not and will not 'sell out' his music for the 'star' factor".
The following is the email interview we did in preparing for the Article 'Damien Cripps Band- Australia's Hottest Rock' Thanks to Michael, Kris and Frank for helping me out here. And Special thanks to Damien, whom I now proudly call friend.

Special Announcement:

Damien is honored to announce that the band will be playing support for none other than Suzi Quatro In Perth, AU on Sept 22, 2009. Congratulations guys, another great gig.

Damien Cripps Band is also very active in Australia's Blue Sky Day for Mental Health Awareness. For more details visit blueskyday.com .

Damien Cripps and the Band have sent support to the U.S. as well through Bear2Care . Check out this great organization,

To stay up with their news, check out Damien Cripps Band Blog.

INTERVIEW

Band Members Names, talents
Damien Cripps – Guitars & Vocals
Michael Basham – Guitars & Vocals
Frank Celenza – Drums
Kris Webb – Bass Guitar

What inspired you to form the band? How did you all get together?
The band was formed in 2005 – I had played in several bands and wanted to start releasing the songs I had written. The bands I was playing in were not the forum to release them. So I set about forming my own band with guys who I thought played in a way that would best represent my sound

Everyone has a Favorite song listed on website...(Mikey...London Bridges? REALLY??) ...but they are done by other artists. What is the Damien Cripps Band song that you each favor?
Damien – My favorite song changes daily – at the moment it is Bruce Springsteen & the E street band – The river – its to hard to choose my favorite DCB song at the moment is probably ‘Universe’
Kris - My favourite song is Meltdown but because we don't play it live, mine would have to be Angels In Darkness
Michael – Favorite song – anything from the Darkness. Damien Cripps Band = Pictures
Frank – anything led zeppelin – DCB – Pictures

Is there a song you may say is the bands "Trademark" song? That best reflects the band? (Can you please include the Lyrics)
ATM – would have to be ‘Pictures’
Pictures Damien Cripps Band
Monday comes, shopping’s done, I guess ill put the T.V on
You will make it, and then you’ll break it
In and out on the phone, can’t get you girl on your own
You’ll be talking and ill be walking
Then there’s you with someone new, I can’t believe you’re actually gone
You were faking and I was mistaken
Bring me Pictures of you Three red candles and a little perfume
Bring me pitchers of wine A little Jack Daniels, tequila on the side \
Monday Comes shopping’s done I guess ill put the T.V on
Your loves been stolen, did you own it?
Friday comes the weekends on and someone’s got the Radio on
you were faking I was mistaken
Chorus
Someone saw you now they adore you
Its kind a like your running from the sun
Love will find you its right behind you
And I'm putting your name on the card Baby

Damien I know you have written many of the songs, but are they any other writers in the band?
Michael and I have co written many of the songs currently available = Universe, Sophie, Celebrity Slide Frank co wrote Pictures with me Kris is a relatively new member and is co writing on new album

Who did the video work?
We have a documentary in the pipeline. All the camera work was done by Derek Hobbs but the production is all controlled by DCB

How is the Album coming along?
The album is finished (we have started working on a new record now) how ever the songs are getting released one at a time (digitally) so there is 5 more to come to itunes off the current album
What gigs do you have coming up??
Countless – it changes daily – the best way to keep up with the shows is via the my space page – Hopefully the US will receive us in mid 2010

When I spoke to Damien, he expressed that the most important thing for the band (from his viewpoint) is for people to come to the band....for the music...not for the band to be crammed at the people. I agree and your music is going to build you a very big fan base. Is there anything you all feel I can do to help more people come to know the Damien Cripps Band?
You are already doing more than we could have hoped for. The most important thing we want people to know is. That all though will do music for a living we would prefer people to have our music for free. Sales will follow via word of mouth. Encourage people to interact with us and be part of what may be the biggest music revolution of the last 50 years


PICTURES - This Song had me on the first note!

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