singer x songwriter x producer

MANAGEMENT:
cam@actsagency.co

Ramses Garza - Vocals, Guitar
Michael Trabert - Bass
Jordan Yeh - Drums, Percussion
Alex Fisher - Vocals, Keyboards

“Snake Sixx is virtually an institution in Australian metal such is the longevity of his activity and involvement in the scene, perhaps most notably as guitarist with death metal juggernauts Aftermath and Destrier though he has had a hand in multiple musical pursuits with an assortment of roles.
Probably most acknowledged and acclaimed by the appreciative underground set rather than the mainstream snobs who fawn over corporate sellouts, radio friendly brain rot or has-beens still sailing on long past glories Snake Sixx has nonetheless managed to stay firmly entrenched in the scene.” – Jim Goforth (Black Belle Music)

Run by legends of Aussie metal and founded by Snake Sixx to have a place to keep our history with band bio's, stories, exclusive songs and videos etc. Here you will find hundreds of songs. demo's. video clips, live footage and a heaps of rare and never seen before footage of many of the bands and musicians that pioneered heavy metal and hard rock in Australia.

Australia's rock/metal elite including Snake Sixx, Wayne Campbell,  Steve Hughes, Johnathan Devoy, Leeno Dee, Steve King, ROK, Paul Murphey, Kriss Hades,  Dave Slave, Adam Agius, Kim West, Jordan Howe, Troy Scerri, Sloth, Dave Neil, Michael Lenton, Luke Ford, Jamie Ludbrook, Craig and Sandi Martin, Dave Harrison, Joe Buttigieg, Derek Turner, Graeme Goode, Tim West, Anthony Hoffman, Dave Colless, Mick Bourke, Nigel Grundy, Shane Sparks, Cameron Mckenzie, Steve Watts, Shane Stuart, Zoran Mrakic, Pete Wuth, Toneye Eyenot, Brian Fisher-Griffin, Loz Lamy, Shano Ned.

Whilst many of his contemporaries from both earlier and more recent times have fallen by the wayside, vanished into obscurity or merely failed to cut it the prodigious multi instrumentalist has overcome hosts of obstacles, setbacks and dramas to soldier on relentlessly in the quest for making music.
Given his extensive background in a variety of metal oriented genres one might then assume that a solo album from him may well be some sort of expedition into a heavy metal environment and though it could be a reasonable assumption to make it wouldn’t necessarily be a correct one.
Instead having definitely paid his dues to the more metal side of things Snake Sixx ventures into the realm of the industrial, the veteran axeslinger trading back and forth his six stringed weapons of mass destruction with his cold tools of electronica as well as album production (recording and mixing) on his solo work and has spent the last 25 months pulling together the biggest  collaboration of underground rock and metal legends from all over the world in Australian music history to pay a 'Legends tribute to legends' on his new album.

I learned the axe from Greg Morreli( R.I.P.) ex-NAZXUL and GRUNGEON, and complete freak on the axe, Chuk Singh (who works for Guitar World magazine now) when 10, I was 12-13 and in my first band which some of you may have heard of called AVRIGUS. Simon Gruer (CRUCIFORM) was on rhythm and vox, I was on lead axe (as always) can’t remember who was bass but the infamous Wayne Campbell (MORTAL SIN/GRUNGEON/WHITE TRASH) was on drums…that gig…my first ever was amazing, Greg Morelli (R.I.P.), Red (Frozen Doberman) Alex Hardy (Mortal Sin) and a few other  ’Trueeschooler’ names who allude me atm were there but i remember looking at Wayne on drums and feeling like I was in front of 10,000 people…The ULTIMATE drug…and I should know, I have done them all.
When i started my own band TOTAL ABUSE in ’92 I started regularly hanging out with Greg and Campbell, going green and white from their weed (insane hash actually back then) and learning everything I could, Greg was like an encyclopedia to me, taught me so much about the scene (as well as Campbell’s invaluable lessons about the muso life and time in this country’s biggest band in heavy metal history – MORTAL SIN). I remember being no more that 14-15 years old and Greg Morelli would drive over in his infamous black Bedford van and lend me his Roland GP 16 guitar effects unit for the weekend (as long as Grungeon weren’t rehearsing). Then in 94 I joined AFTERMATH. supported CANNIBAL CORPSE, DEICIDE, PUNGENT STENCH, CARCASS, midway through my stint with AFTERMATH joined DESTRIER the most brutal tech/death metal band from Australia to come out of the 90′s(As stated in HOT METAL magazine), only Damaged, Sulkus and Blood Duster came close back then, and we supported DEICIDE. At this point I was hanging with Steve Hughes a bit, after having scen me in DESTRIER at shows like the DEICIDE support etc. and saw and knew the freak inside me better than i did at that point…I was too wound up in it all on everything I could get my hands on from here to Peru…I think I snorted the other half of that country that Steve Tyler couldn’t (He mentions this in the film ‘Decline of Western Civilisation part 2 – The Metal Years)  (I was still unfamiliar with SLAUGHTER LORD at this point, being so young, I mainly knew him as the drummer in MORTAL SIN after Campbell and his current band at the time PRESTO with legend shredder and SLAUGHTER LORD co founder with Steve, Mick Burke.

ANN VRIEND: RETRO SOUL SONGSTRESS

Ann Vriend's new album, entitled "For The People In The Mean Time," tells tough tales of the struggle of city life against the backdrop of explosive retro soul beats and harmonies, with Vriend's unmistakable voice guiding the way.  Borrowing sounds from the likes of Curtis Mayfield, Marvin Gaye, Sly Stone, P Funk, Aretha Franklin, and Ray Charles the album has an old, familiar quality to it, yet Toronto producer Tino Zolfo has simultaneously kept it contemporary to current pop -- albeit on his signature quirky side of that category.  "For The People In The Mean Time" will be officially released March 11, 2014, with a single airing on Australian radio station Triple J this January, and a guest appearance on CBC's “Vinyl Cafe” with Stuart McLean airing in April in Canada and the U.S.

This past July Vriend won the Canadian nation-wide “She's the One” contest at the Ottawa Bluesfest in the solo category.  To quote Obscure Magazine: "With her soaring vocals, impressive songwriting ability, and instrumental prowess, Vriend is truly an all-in-one package."  She will tour Australia, Canada, and Western Europe in the next 4 months in support of her new album.

Edmonton based Ann Vriend (pronounced “Vreend”) was born in Vancouver, BC.  When her parents discovered their 3-year-old could play nursery songs on a Fisher Price xylophone, they encouraged her musical development by enrolling her in violin lessons.  At age nine, when Vriend sought to accompany herself as a songwriter, she took piano lessons from an elderly woman down the street who charged $5 per visit.  In high school, in order to be able to do submit her home-made recordings for a school project, Vriend was coerced into performing 3 of her compositions at the school talent show.  Accolades from her fellow students translated into projects with older students in bands, scholarships at music college, 1st place in a songwriting contest which paid for her debut album, interest from NYC record labels, and praise from critics and loyal fans around the world. 

First, the voice: “Soulful, inspiring, brave and bluesy” (Rip It Up, Adelaide) with a “vocal range from vulnerable delicacy to blasts of soulful power” (Halifax Chronicle) Vriend's vocal sound has been described as an enchanting cross between the girly timbre of Dolly Parton and the blues-filled prowess of Aretha Franklin -- and as “almost confronting in its candour” by The Sydney Morning Herald.  

Besides this, Vriend's songs possess a natural knack for melody, garnering her hits on both independent and commercial radio stations -- including Gold rotation for her tune “Feelin' Fine” -- and have charted on college stations as far away as Germany and the Netherlands. 

Without any publishing representation Vriend has been commissioned to write songs for organizations such as the Canadian Tourism Corporation and the Commonwealth Games, and her music has been featured in a U.S. DVD release of “Party of Five.” 

After being invited by the Songwriters' Association of Canada to perform alongside Canadian songwriting heavyweights such as Marc Jordan and Dan Hill, Hill invited Vriend to write with him.  The result is many successful ongoing songwriting sessions and a song Vriend and Hill wrote together, entitled “The Greatest Killer,” which appears on “For The People In The Mean Time.”  Hill is quoted as saying: "Ann Vriend is a brilliant songwriter, and equally gifted as a singer and piano player.  Her way of writing accessible and yet highly unique and authentic songs, is, in my opinion, unparalleled by any new singer/songwriter emerging in N. America today."

But at the core of Vriend's career is her live shows.  Despite being an independent artist she has sold more than 14,000 albums off the stage.  As a balance between her intensely performed songs, “Vriend is fantastic in concert – a very, very, funny woman that tends to belt out her songs in between her most entertaining comedic intervals” (A n E Vibe Magazine).  Her rapport with her audience can be heard on her live album, “Closer Encounters,” released in 2009.  It is this connection that has sustained her career to this point, and she enjoys an avid and committed international fan base.

Stated forcefully by the Toronto Star: “Don't miss her.” (3.5/4 stars)


Manager: Mark (at) watsonentertainment.com

Nicholas Dentato, is a maven of house music. Calm and intensely concentrated, you feel music on Nick’s fingers as you shake his hand. His strategic brand of mixing entices and enthralls ears along an unexpected, twisted path of music. Smoothly moving in and out of various house music styles, tactically layered with custom fx, melodies and percussion. The unpredictable direction Nick follows through a set spawns strong curiosity. Listening to hear what is next and being well satisfied though every musical choice he makes. Nick’s knowledge of music, as a listener, performer and producer creates a confident depth of style. A well of genius at which he consistently pulls material from that always sets the stage for a supercharged all-niter.

Being a DJ, audio engineer, drummer and guitarist, Nick has performed and/or worked with a diverse list of talented dj’s/producers/performers.. Disorient Prod. Danny Tenaglia, Nadia Ali, Carol Ferraz, Lisa Shaw & Andy Caldwell, Steve “Tek” Gonzalez, Buyrum, Eddie Jones,Adam Collins, Tom Gieger, Stephane K, Cevin Fisher, Maria Dark, Stimulus Response, Nocturnal Soul,  Forward Disco, Angel Alanis, DJ Fame, Meat Katie, Corey Baker, Lance Jordan, Marco Bailey, Christopher Lawrence, Venom, Micro, Fergie, Dan Barnes, Armand Van Helden, Grant “K1W1″ Riddell and The Scumfrog. Performances have been at venues such as Pacha, Exit, Sound Factory, Deep, Shelter, Table 50, Sullivan room, Red Star,Green Room, Le Souk, Hammerstein Ballroom, Moomia, Leopard Lounge, Sin Sin, Elements, Elbow Room, Kenny’s Castaway, CBGB, Porch, Asylum, Lunatarium as well as Frisky Radio UK. “…Nick is able to grab and hold a crowd with his musical range and astute sense of rhythm. When combined the effect is undeniably stunning, filling the air with music that impacts all energy in range…”

Nick is also the owner / operator of, Kind Nick Productions, a small local based sound rental and consulting company featuring High quality audio equipment and
experienced engineers! ( Rane, Dbx, Shure, QSC, Allen & Heath, Mackie, EV, original Cerwin Vega ). Sub contracting also available for large events.

Each year Nick continue to develop his knowledge and skills within all his musical genres. For over 6.5 years you could hear Nick every Wednesday night on his ” Underground Wednesdays ” Live internet broadcast, which now has become a regular Bi-weekly party. His charity work for the, Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA.ORG)  is ongoing with his now annual ” HOPE ” charity event.

2024 goals:
 I'm currently playing with a Pink Floyd Tribute band and also returning to the DJ Booth for some day parties .. I most likely won't be doing many more in house recording sessions. KNP is still available for consultation and technical support.

” I always need to take my performances to new places, over the last 2 – 3 years I feel my musical knowledge and talent has put me on the next level and I have become a true respected professional. The only way I can make people happy is through music and I will continue doing so.”

E-MAIL: nicholasdentato@gmail.com

Justin Matthew Hoopes has been mangling and manipulating the drums, guitar, bass, keys, and vocals for over twenty-three years. 

All material here is original and built from the ground up with the aid of imaginary grapes by Justin Matthew Hoopes.

This is a place of musical expression NOT musical perfection! I wish to say that these songs do not necessarily represent a finished product. My participation here is to shed light on an ongoing learning and developing process. I am by no means a "professional" when it comes to recording, but I give my guarantee everything here is meant to lead to something better: A full album of well mixed and mastered songs. Obviously I am not there yet, but you are welcome aboard this turbulent musical voyage of joy and pain!  

A word regarding influences: Many with excellent ears have heard with accuracy and named some main influences via comments.

To lift the veil a bit, here are some main musical influences: Saga, Dale Turner, Gregg Bissonette, Pat Metheny, Jack DeJohnette, Jan Hammer, Chowderhead, Xeff Scolari, Kevin McBride, Dali's Dilemma, Vinnie Moore, Rod Morgenstein, Ed Wynne, Primus, Tim Alexander (Herb), Brain, Les Claypool, Larry LaLonde, Petra, Chaos Is The Poetry, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Stone Temple Pilots, Dean DeLeo, Robert DeLeo, David Scott Yates, Dogbone, Tim Claasen, Jon Claasen, Danny Montgomery, Commotion, Dave Storie, Jared Fisher, Danny Sernesky, Tapani Sernesky, Eric Langley, Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Marshall Crenshaw, TNT, Mr. Big, Paul Gilbert, John Abercrombie, Mahavishnu Orchestra, John McLaughlin, Steely Dan, Donald Fagen, Bernard Purdie, Hal Blaine, Sandy Nelson, Buddy Rich, The Clash, Peter Hammill, Robert Fripp, David Torn, Tony Levin, Gong, Rare Earth, Living Colour, Jelly Jam, Platypus, Peter Gabriel, The Police, Sting, Stewart Copeland, Andy Summers, Cream, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Marillion, Fish, Small Fish, Chad Johnson, Cheap Trick, The Beatles, Ringo Starr, Ozric Tentacles, Van Halen, David Lee Roth, Bill Bruford, Billy Cobham, Gary Husband, King Crimson, Frank Zappa, Allan Holdsworth, Utopia, Todd Rundgren, The Who, Pete Townshend, John Entwistle, Keith Moon, Rush, Dream Theater, Focus, FM (From Canada! Think Nash The Slash.), Joe Walsh, Bourgeois Tagg, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Tony Williams, Elvin Jones, Steve Morse, Tony MacAlpine, Virgil Donati, Planet X, Derek Sherinian, Simon Phillips, Jeff Beck, Prairie Prince, Tubes, Bill Spooner, Grateful Dead, Dixie Dregs, Japan, Mick Karn, Willie Wilcox, Kasim Sulton, Roger Powell, Jordan Rudess, Chad Wackerman, Terry Bozzio, Missing Persons, XTC, The Jam, SVT, Jefferson Airplane/Starship, Journey, Aynsley Dunbar, Choirboys, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Yes, Emerson Lake and Palmer, Asia, Y&T, Steve Hillage, Genesis, Steve Hackett, Gordian Knot, King's X, CAB, Dennis Chambers, Niacin, Billy Sheehan, Alphonso Johnson, Narada Michael Walden, Whitesnake, Marco Minneman, Sir Millard Mulch, Dr. Zoltan Obelisk, Carl King, Adrian Belew, White Lion, Beach Boys, The Ventures, Greg Howe, Stevie Wonder, James Brown, Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, Donovan, and more that you don't have the time or desire to think about or consider.

Hello! This is the official Powerout soundcloud. We are on an indefinite hiatus right now, but keep your eye out, because we like to randomly do stuff sometimes! Also, penis.

Album credits for "We're Not Subtle."
Jordan Mosher: Guitar, Vocals, Bass, Voice cracks.
Kyle Catamuthafuckinlano: Drums, Gilbert Gottfried, Fuckin up.
Matt Barrett: Bass on I'm Right
Lauren Fisher: Bass on Goodbye Clarkston High

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