Thanks

First and foremost, the band would like to sincerely thank everyone who came out to the shows this past weekend. It was a very intimate atmosphere and based on the responses we've received, everyone enjoyed the set had a good time. Both evenings started with a stirring set from (a tequila-rich) Chris Morais. Needless to say, the crowd were more than intrigued by his material, and Chris displayed a natural flair for the stage, and a knack for creating original compositions (and not to mention a penchant for accidentally hitting the mic with his guitar). When Calvaire eventually hit the stage - amidst a melange of speakers, kaoss pads, crash cymbals, skeletons, mic stands, cables, and (perhaps a few too many) drums - they immediately transformed the room into a swirling aural vortex and left no attendee behind. Suffice it to say, it was loud. The band plowed through their set (unveiling a new song along the way), creating an oxymoron atmosphere of intensity and relaxation, pausing only for a swig of beer, to yell at someone in the crowd, or wave at someone outside the window. After the set more drinks were bought, shared, and passed around as everyone in attendance subscribed to the thus-far established theme of general good-timery.

The next night saw an equally impressive set by (an admittedly less alcohol-fueled) Chris Morais. Chris entertained the crowd with his songs, singing, and crowd interaction (giving shout outs to Jerry Velvet along the way). As was the feeling the night before, the crowd really connected with all that Chris had to offer. Calvaire then made their way to the stage and began to play their first ever unplugged set. Once again feeding off the intimate atmosphere in the room, and the shots of tequila and ouzo supplied by the bar owner, Calvaire did not disappoint (unveiling yet another new song). Translating their oeuvre into the warm, delicate, and rustic world of unplugged-ness, was a daunting task for the band, but the response from the crowd indicated success in this respect. In hindsight, it was definitely worth the bruised conga-slapping hands, and calloused fingertips to create what was on Saturday night. After the set, everyone once again engaged in keep the good times rolling, and the evening was extended as late as possible. Based on the generally impressed crowd, the band has not ruled out doing another unplugged set possibly even at the same bar (despite someone being dragged out by their hair on the first night, and a murder across the street on the second).

Once again, the band are very, very grateful for those who came and made these two nights the most enjoyable in the (infantile) history of the band! Woooo!

Calvaire

I know it is short notice and we apologize.

Calvaire will be playing two shows this weekend:
Friday November 24th
Saturday November 25th

Both shows are at the TIME ZONE Bar at Keele and Rogers in Toronto. Both nights will be photographed and filmed (technology permitting), for the impending (and oft rumoured) DVD.

Friday is being billed as the "loud" set, while Saturday is the "unplugged" set. Unplugged?! I know, it's weird (and been done before), but the band and Jerry are very excited about it. It gives new perspective to such Calvaire classics as "Breakfast" and "Tokyo Rose."

Neither of these shows are to be missed!

As a side note, Calvaire also put down some serious dough and booked studio time at Jerry Velvet Studios. Jerry has been working with the band on a number of songs, and once these shows are over, the focus will shift back to the recording. The initial recordings are sounding pretty sweet, and planet Earth will be shaking once this record drops! Post script: Video cameras have been installed in the studio for the primary reason of capturing the band as it puts to tape their masterpiece again, for the DVD. (Are you as excited as we are?)

Post post script: Mandatory viewing:
chris.morais.googlepages.com
Advice from Jerry Velvet:
"Catch on to Chris' work now, so that you can say that you've been there since the beginning. This is sure to catch on absolutely everywhere, you've got Jerry Velvet's guarantee."