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PILLOW 
A new string ensemble performing the dark and cinematic compositions of musician and composer James Osler.   

With our ever growing disconnect from the natural world, our mission is to create a sonic landscape for people reconnect with those simple and beautiful moments which can bring calm and presence to our lives, be it the sound of the rain or the awe of the cosmos.

The music captures the richness of a classical tone, whilst retaining the freedom of improvisation and the storytelling of folk like melodies. Sighting influence from artists such as Jonny Greenwood, Max Richter and Harold Budd to name a few, Pillow embarks on telling their own story of how sounds can emerge and give meaning to life’s experiences.

An original raver, Mark began DJing in 1986. He started playing raves in Toronto back in 1994. Mark Grimace was part of some of the city’s most legendary original rave crews, playing everything from warehouse parties and festivals, to the city’s best clubs. Mark has also toured extensively across North America. His journey has had him sharing the stage with some of the scene’s earliest pioneers and biggest stars. 

In 2016 Mark and his family relocated to Winnipeg. He didn't skip a beat. Mark immediately became involved in Winnipeg's dance music community, both as a selector and facilitator.

Mark is just as active behind the scenes as he is behind the decks, helping bring people together to grow the community at large. Mark’s infectious energy captivates crowds wherever he goes. With over 30 years as an active and dedicated DJ, he's developed an eclectic style with top-tier technical ability. Mark's sets flow seamlessly from genre to genre, moving from broken beats to 4/4 and all points in between. Mark Grimace is as comfortable at a club or festival as he is playing at a dirty warehouse. A passionate ambassador of rave's roots music, “Mark's dedication to honoring the past while looking to the future create lasting, emotional experiences for the dancefloor. "

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