MASQUERADE

 BIOGRAPHY

www.murdermyheart.com

To describe Toronto duo Masquerade would be a tricky task. When you hear the music, you hear different sounds amalgamated into one. The music is intertwined with dark atmospheric electronica production by Dante Morra, alongside the angelic yet haunting vocals of Andrea Gal. The two have been compared to other great electronic acts such as Eurythmics, Yaz, The Knife, Portishead and even Crystal Castles. Delving deeper into this record, you will discover that it takes you on a journey into uncharted territory.




Andrea and Dante formed Masquerade in early 2010. Both musicians are well-established artists who have been honing their crafts for many years. Andrea comes from a background of singing at her church from a very young age, and is now gracing the world with her breathtaking, richly unique voice. Dante is a man who wears several hats, and has been involved in the music industry for many years as a singer, songwriter and producer who has worked with Haydain Neale from Jacksoul, Gord Deppe from The Spoons and Tokyo Police Club to name a few




The end result of the two coming together is nothing less than spectacular. They offer a breath of fresh air to the mundane and stagnant music that is popular as of late. 




For those out there who are well-acquainted with classic analog synths, you would agree that Dante has collected quite an impressive collection over time. Dante shares, “They really are the third member of the band. The character warmth you get from the analog synths and drum machines pours out sound that can’t be attained using today’s digital gear.” The synths used in the production of the duo’s first album are quite extensive and include the Roland Jupiter 8, ARP 2600, Jupiter 4, alongside the TR-808, CR 78, Prophet 10, Minimoog Model D, and the list goes on.




Finding the right producers who understood the vision and the gear for this project was a daunting task. Finally locating the right fit, Andrea and Dante brought aboard creative and well-respected producers Niall Shaw, Derek Brin and Ian Bodzasi, all of whom have credits ranging from Esthero, Robyn, RUSH to Katy Perry.




The record invites you in with the opening track, Welcome to My World, which is a glimpse into what you will experience journeying through the album, and sets the tone to an unconventional pop record. The title track, Murder My Heart, sounds like it was borrowed from a James Bond soundtrack—this is the track that puts the world on notice that Masquerade has now allowed you to enter their world. Andrea sings with such a depth of passion that melodies grasp onto you like a dark jilted lover. When your journey brings you to Not What It Seems, your heart will pound to the beat like Alice’s as she runs through Wonderland, with the Cheshire Cat whispering in your ear “Over the hills and far away…”. A sweet and sultry You Are tugs at your emotions and leaves you poignantly enchanted.




Masquerade’s unparalleled sound is what the world craves musically and has been waiting to hear: musically adventurous, yet dripping with pop hooks that will be forever imprinted in your mind. Even though Murder My Heart is not a dance record, before you realize it you will be moving and swaying to the sound that is exclusively Masquerade. 





Contact: Jason Furman [SL Feldman & Associates]

P: 416-598-0067, E: furman@slfa.com

 masqueradebookings@gmail.com

 



02 Murder My Heart 1

04 Not What It Seems 1

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MASQUERADE

 BIOGRAPHY

www.murdermyheart.com

To describe Toronto duo Masquerade would be a tricky task. When you hear the music, you hear different sounds amalgamated into one. The music is intertwined with dark atmospheric electronica production by Dante Morra, alongside the angelic yet haunting vocals of Andrea Gal. The two have been compared to other great electronic acts such as Eurythmics, Yaz, The Knife, Portishead and even Crystal Castles. Delving deeper into this record, you will discover that it takes you on a journey into uncharted territory.




Andrea and Dante formed Masquerade in early 2010. Both musicians are well-established artists who have been honing their crafts for many years. Andrea comes from a background of singing at her church from a very young age, and is now gracing the world with her breathtaking, richly unique voice. Dante is a man who wears several hats, and has been involved in the music industry for many years as a singer, songwriter and producer who has worked with Haydain Neale from Jacksoul, Gord Deppe from The Spoons and Tokyo Police Club to name a few




The end result of the two coming together is nothing less than spectacular. They offer a breath of fresh air to the mundane and stagnant music that is popular as of late. 




For those out there who are well-acquainted with classic analog synths, you would agree that Dante has collected quite an impressive collection over time. Dante shares, “They really are the third member of the band. The character warmth you get from the analog synths and drum machines pours out sound that can’t be attained using today’s digital gear.” The synths used in the production of the duo’s first album are quite extensive and include the Roland Jupiter 8, ARP 2600, Jupiter 4, alongside the TR-808, CR 78, Prophet 10, Minimoog Model D, and the list goes on.




Finding the right producers who understood the vision and the gear for this project was a daunting task. Finally locating the right fit, Andrea and Dante brought aboard creative and well-respected producers Niall Shaw, Derek Brin and Ian Bodzasi, all of whom have credits ranging from Esthero, Robyn, RUSH to Katy Perry.




The record invites you in with the opening track, Welcome to My World, which is a glimpse into what you will experience journeying through the album, and sets the tone to an unconventional pop record. The title track, Murder My Heart, sounds like it was borrowed from a James Bond soundtrack—this is the track that puts the world on notice that Masquerade has now allowed you to enter their world. Andrea sings with such a depth of passion that melodies grasp onto you like a dark jilted lover. When your journey brings you to Not What It Seems, your heart will pound to the beat like Alice’s as she runs through Wonderland, with the Cheshire Cat whispering in your ear “Over the hills and far away…”. A sweet and sultry You Are tugs at your emotions and leaves you poignantly enchanted.




Masquerade’s unparalleled sound is what the world craves musically and has been waiting to hear: musically adventurous, yet dripping with pop hooks that will be forever imprinted in your mind. Even though Murder My Heart is not a dance record, before you realize it you will be moving and swaying to the sound that is exclusively Masquerade. 





Contact: Jason Furman [SL Feldman & Associates]

P: 416-598-0067, E: furman@slfa.com

 masqueradebookings@gmail.com

 

 

 


 















01 Welcome to my World 1


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MASQUERADE

 BIOGRAPHY

www.murdermyheart.com

To describe Toronto duo Masquerade would be a tricky task. When you hear the music, you hear different sounds amalgamated into one. The music is intertwined with dark atmospheric electronica production by Dante Morra, alongside the angelic yet haunting vocals of Andrea Gal. The two have been compared to other great electronic acts such as Eurythmics, Yaz, The Knife, Portishead and even Crystal Castles. Delving deeper into this record, you will discover that it takes you on a journey into uncharted territory.




Andrea and Dante formed Masquerade in early 2010. Both musicians are well-established artists who have been honing their crafts for many years. Andrea comes from a background of singing at her church from a very young age, and is now gracing the world with her breathtaking, richly unique voice. Dante is a man who wears several hats, and has been involved in the music industry for many years as a singer, songwriter and producer who has worked with Haydain Neale from Jacksoul, Gord Deppe from The Spoons and Tokyo Police Club to name a few




The end result of the two coming together is nothing less than spectacular. They offer a breath of fresh air to the mundane and stagnant music that is popular as of late. 




For those out there who are well-acquainted with classic analog synths, you would agree that Dante has collected quite an impressive collection over time. Dante shares, “They really are the third member of the band. The character warmth you get from the analog synths and drum machines pours out sound that can’t be attained using today’s digital gear.” The synths used in the production of the duo’s first album are quite extensive and include the Roland Jupiter 8, ARP 2600, Jupiter 4, alongside the TR-808, CR 78, Prophet 10, Minimoog Model D, and the list goes on.




Finding the right producers who understood the vision and the gear for this project was a daunting task. Finally locating the right fit, Andrea and Dante brought aboard creative and well-respected producers Niall Shaw, Derek Brin and Ian Bodzasi, all of whom have credits ranging from Esthero, Robyn, RUSH to Katy Perry.




The record invites you in with the opening track, Welcome to My World, which is a glimpse into what you will experience journeying through the album, and sets the tone to an unconventional pop record. The title track, Murder My Heart, sounds like it was borrowed from a James Bond soundtrack—this is the track that puts the world on notice that Masquerade has now allowed you to enter their world. Andrea sings with such a depth of passion that melodies grasp onto you like a dark jilted lover. When your journey brings you to Not What It Seems, your heart will pound to the beat like Alice’s as she runs through Wonderland, with the Cheshire Cat whispering in your ear “Over the hills and far away…”. A sweet and sultry You Are tugs at your emotions and leaves you poignantly enchanted.




Masquerade’s unparalleled sound is what the world craves musically and has been waiting to hear: musically adventurous, yet dripping with pop hooks that will be forever imprinted in your mind. Even though Murder My Heart is not a dance record, before you realize it you will be moving and swaying to the sound that is exclusively Masquerade. 





Contact: Jason Furman [SL Feldman & Associates]

P: 416-598-0067, E: furman@slfa.com

 masqueradebookings@gmail.com

 

 

 


 















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