NEWS (cont'd)
6.29.2011: Toronto Pride Show This Saturday
Excited to announce that Paint will be playing this Saturday (July 2) at the Bovine Sex Club in Toronto as part of Pride 2011. Visit the Events page for more info.
6.7.2011: And the new album title is...
Those subscribed to Paint's monthly newsletter will have gotten word through the wires already, but we are pleased to publicly announce that the forthcoming September release from Paint will be titled:
Where We Are Today
Stay tuned in the coming weeks as we reveal album artwork, launch a new website, provide exclusive album previews, behind-the-scenes photos and videos, and much more.
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6.1.2011: North by Northeast Showcase Announcement
We are proud to announce Paint will be returning to North by Northeast on Sunday, June 19 at 11:00 p.m. at The Hideout in Toronto. Ticketing information is in the Events. Thank you for your continued support!
5.26.2011: Canadian Music Week Interview Transcript
Before Paint's showcase at Canadian Music Week 2011, Robb and Mandy sat down with Paul McGeown from CKMS 100.3 FM (SoundFM) for an intimate and entertaining conversation about the music industry, Paint's past, present, and future, on the dawn of the band heading into the studio to work on the new record.
Read in the Press section under "Interviews/Transcripts."
5.25.2011: Another Silver Dollar Show Review
Rachel Gordon at Buying Shots for Bands comments on Paint's harmonies, pop hooks, and indie rock egde in response to the band's set at the Silver Dollar in Toronto
Read in the Press section under "Live Reviews."
5.20.2011: Silver Dollar Show Review
Dave Robson at The Take Media says, "Paint tore up the stage... Managing to balance pop hooks and indie melodies with a harsh, grungy edge... a relentlessly tight set," in response to Paint's show last week at the Silver Dollar in Toronto
Read in the Press section under "Live Reviews."
4.13.2011: Surprise Show and Radio Appearance
Catch Robb performing a rare solo set at The Boathouse in Kitchener on Thursday, April 14 with the amazing Spirits (Spirits' Ian Smith of course has been producing Paint's new record, and this is to celebrate the wrapping of Robb's vocal tracking!).
Also, visit www.soundfm.ca on Friday, April 15 at 12noon EDT for an interview and on-air acoustic performance by Robb, discussing the recording process and what to look forward to in the coming months from Paint.
4.2.2011: Keep up-to-date on Studio Happenings
Keep an eye on Paint's Facebook and Twitter pages in the coming weeks for up-to-minute updates on the recording process. More detailed blogs on the Paint Blog will follow in due time.
3.7.2011: Drake Show Review
Thanks again to Joe Mac at Midnight Matinee for another generous review, this time of Paint's opening slot for France's Revolver at the Drake Hotel March 3 in Toronto: "With self-assuredness Paint ploughed through their setlist with a go-for-broke attitude... The room was filled with Paint’s towering anthems and keening guitars."
Read in the Press section under "Live Reviews."
3.1.2011: It's Official: Paint is going into the studio in April!
You heard it here first: Paint is officially heading into the studio in April to record the much-anticipated follow-up to Can You Hear Me? with producer Ian Smith at Catherine North Studios (City and Colour, Feist, Gord Downie). Nothing more needs to be said. Expect regular studio blogs and updates in the coming weeks!
2.28.2011: Residency Week #4 Review and Indie Solo Feature
The final C'est What? show rings out with journalist-in-residence Joe Mac (of Midnight Matinee)'s summary: "Paint have these songs that have this maddening ability to stick in your head... Behind Paint’s ring and chime of guitars is a rhythm and pulse that comes from the spirit of independent and imaginative rock."
Read in the Press section.
On another note, thanks to the kind folks at Indie Solo, who will be featuring Paint as their artist of the day on Wednesday, March 2 as part of their Canadian Music Week preview. For 24 hours, Paint will be the main banner artist on the Indie Solo Website and you will be able to download "Strangers," the flagship single from the Can You Hear Me?i album, for free during that period as well!
2.21.2011: Residency Week #3 Review: "Can Paint be the next U2?"
Week #3 at C'est What? has brought some glowing feedback from Joe Mac at Midnight Matinee, notably that "Paint's music can be an exclamation point to the world," and begs the question: "Can Paint be the next U2?"
Read in the Press section under "Live Reviews."
Also, visit the Midnight Matinee site for a cute love-in piece on Robb Johannes and Sarah Smith of The Joys.
2.18.2011: February 22 show to Stream Live on the Internet
Tuesday, February 22nd is Paint's fourth and final show of their month-long residency at C'est What?, and we have a special treat for folks outside Toronto: the show will stream live on the internet!
Visit www.cestwhat.com and click on the phrase "click here" on the right-hand side of the window to listen beginning at 9:15 p.m. EST with comedy by Bridget Tobin and a set by Hamilton Trading Co.
Paint will play from 10:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. EST.
Post your comments on Paint's Facebook page in real-time the night of the show, and happy listening!
2.15.2011: Residency Week #2 Review
Thanks again to Joe Mac at Midnight Matinee for the review and photos of Paint's second residency show at C'est What?: "Paint have an exceptional sense of the pop and the (new) wave steeped in the root of the hallowed order of Factory (Records) made music and Manchester, even before Madchester took hold."
Read in the Press section under "Live Reviews."
2.8.2011: Videos, etc. DVD Available Now!
Videos, etc. is officially out today! The DVD contains all four music videos from the Can You Hear Me? album singles ("Strangers," "Don't Blow Me Away," "A Gentle Art," and "Madonna"), plus the first six episodes in the "A Day in the Life" documentary series.
The only place to buy it, aside from at shows, is right here at the Paint Store for $12.00 CDN (includes s/h). Videos, etc. is NTSC/Region 1 encoded (USA/Canada).
Preview videos on The Official Paint YouTube Channel.
2.6.2011: Residency Week #1 Review
Thanks to Joe Mac at Midnight Matinee for the review and photos of Paint's first residency show at C'est What?, noting that "the sound of Paint was as ebullient and chimey as ever with ringing guitar and harmonies and vocals hallmarking their Edge-inflected sound."
Read in the Press section under "Live Reviews."
2.1.2011: Tour Poster Prints now for sale in the Paint Store
Previously only available at the merch table at shows, individualized 11x17" colour tour poster prints by Paint's design team of Clarence King and Andre Dey can now be ordered online in the Paint Store for $15.00 CDN (includes s/h).
Have a look at the above posters and many, many more on Paint's Official Flickr PhotoStream
1.29.2011: "A Day in the Life," (pt. 6)
Your perfect roadside companion to the "Madonna" video, "A Day in the Life" (pt. 6) captures behind-the-scenes footage from their "Madonna" music video shoot; rehearsals for acoustic shows in late 2010; preparing demos for new album pre-production; and a new slew of touring, travel, and injury footage. The latest installment in the ongoing series was once again photographed and edited by Tyler Cardy.
Watch it on Paint's Official YouTube Channel.
1.28.2011: "Madonna" music video released today
Visit The Official Paint YouTube Channel to see the video for "Madonna," the fourth single from the Can You Hear Me? album.
The video for "Madonna" was produced by Broken String Productions. Directed by Ashley Hallihan. Photographed and edited by Jacob Madigan. Concept by Robb Johannes and Rachel LaGroix. Starring Tori Morency, Carly Chalom, Jodi Haynes, and Jacob Madigan. Paintings by Cass Germann. Filmed on location in Toronto, Ontario.
The video is also available as a free download for 3G cell phone users at the Paint Store.
Buy the single on iTunes.
1.23.2011: Reviews of Horseshoe Tavern Shoe in Toronto
Thanks to Joe Mac at Midnight Matinee for calling Paint "worthy of all the attention going around them."
Thanks Also to the Lonely Vagabond, who raves: "Combining UK-flavoured pop-jangle with an indie-rock swagger, this is an ode to hook-driven gems with splashes of exuberant energy, soaring melodies, and a star-crossed retro spirit."
Read both here in the Press section.
1.4.2011: February Residency at C'est What?
As Paint follows up a very successful 2010 with some great shows for 2011, we are proud to announce that every Tuesday in February Paint will be appearing at C'est What? (67 Front Street East, Toronto), each week with a special musical and comedy guest. The residency will be a great chance to hear some brand new material as the band gears up for the studio and a new album release in 2011. More info on this and other shows on the Events page.
11.15.2010: Hamilton Music Awards Showcase This Friday
We are proud to announce that Paint will be playing a showcase as part of the 2010 Hamilton Music Awards this Friday at 11:20 p.m. at The Underground in Hamilton (41 Catherine St. N.). Tickets are $6 at the door, the show is 19+. More info at the Events page -- and don't forget we're in Kingston on Thursday and Windsor on Saturday. Thanks so much for your undying support as we wind down a very successful year of touring.
10.27.2010: Fall Tour Dates
A little lighter of a schedule this fall but look for us in your town.
10.29: Waterloo ON - Maxwell's (Halloween show)
10.30: Toronto ON - Mitzi's Sister (Halloween show)
11.4: Toronto ON - The Central (acoustic set)
11.11: Toronto ON - C'est What?
11.12: Peterborough ON - The Ossia
11.18: Kingston ON - Clark Hall Pub
11.19: Hamilton ON - The Underground
11.20: Windsor ON - Milk (all ages show!)
All the details and links to Facebook events are on the Events page.
10.18.2011: "A Day in the Life," (pt. 5)
The fifth installment of the ongoing video series captures highlights from Paint's Spring 2010 Tour from Windsorthrough Montreal and behind-the-scenes footage from their "Madonna" music video shoot, including some live audio of three brand new unreleased songs: "Vampires," "In Disguise," and "End of the Reel." Watch it on Paint's Official YouTube Channel.
"A Day in the Life," (pt. 5) was edited by Tyler Cardy, filmed by Tyler Cardy, Robb Johannes, and Rachel LaGroix. Still photos by whoever had the camera and poster images by Clarence King. Live audio for "End of the Reel" was recorded by Graham Wallace live at Velvet Underground in Toronto Sept. 18, 2010.
9.27.2010: Live Review From Kingston
It was an honour to finally play for Matt Hartwick of Kingston Music Reviews, who has been a great supporter of Paint for some time now. Read what he had to say about Robb's vocals and Mandy's footwork at Kingston Music Reviews, or read it here in the Press section (under "Live Reviews").
9.9.2010: S0me Lovely Press From the Tour Thus Far
Thanks to K106.3 FM in Sarnia for all the interviews and double-shots lately, as well as Lindsey of The Lance in Windsor for a great article and interview with Robb Johannes. Read it in the Press section.
9.1.2010: Keep in Touch with Paint on Tour!
As the September Tour kicks off tomorrow in Niagara Falls, be sure to stay in touch with Paint on Facebook and Twitter with updates from the road. Of course this site will be updated also with photos, event news, and the like.
See you soon!
8.13.2010: September Tour Dates
Hello lovely folks, the moment(s) we've all been waiting for have arrived. Paint is colouring the fall with a tour across Ontario, along the shield and into Montreal.
9.2: Niagara Falls ON - Yanks
9.3: Sarnia ON - Paddy Flaherty's
9.4: Bayfield ON - Black Dog
9.9: Hamilton ON - Corktown
9.10: Windsor ON - Phog Lounge
9.14: St Catharines ON - The Mansion House
9.15: Brantford ON - Liquid Lounge
9.16: London ON - Moon Over Marn
9.17: Kitchener ON - The Boathouse
9.18: Toronto ON - Velvet Underground
9.23: Kingston ON - The Mansion
9.25: Montreal QC - Bar St-Laurent II
Finer details and links to Facebook events are on the Events page. A general event for the entire tour on Facebook can be found HERE.
A full, and ongoing collection of individual posters for every show by Clarence King can be enjoyed on Paint's Official Flickr Photostream.
Can't wait to see you, and do please pass events along to folks you may know in any of the cities we'll be visiting.
Press and media inquiries:
Emily Feist, Public City
Email: emily [at] publiccity.ca
8.10.2010: And the fourth single is...
"Madonna" will be the fourth single from the Can You Hear Me? album. Listen to the song in its entirety on MySpace and Facebook. Buy the single on iTunes. Check back shortly for behind-the-scenes photos from the video shoot for "Madonna," and expect the video in early September, just in time for Paint's End of Summer tour.
7.22.2010: Prize-winning Photo of Paint
Congratulations to Paint's multi-talented manager Rachel LaGroix, whose photo of Paint performing at C'est What? on March 19, 2010 has been selected for inclusion in the 12th annual Google/Schmap!! guide to the city of Toronto. Kudos Rachel!
7.15.2010: "A Gentle Art" music video released today
Mosey on over to The Official Paint YouTube Channel to see the video for "A Gentle Art," the third single from the Can You Hear Me? album.
The video for "A Gentle Art" was photographed and edited by Tyler Cardy with makeup by Mary L. Starring Ashley Hallihan and Dennis Allcock. Filmed on location at C'est What? and Abbey Lane, Toronto.
The video is also available as a free download for 3G cell phone users at the Paint Store.
7.13.2010: Road Dog Show Interview in video and transcript form
Paint's insightful and entertaining interview on The Road Dog Show (SoundFM / CKMS 100.3 Waterloo), discussing music and personal growth, song-craft, touring, and fighting with the cops, is available in abridged and unabridged text formats on the Press page (under Interviews/Transcripts) as well as on The Official Paint YouTube Channel in two parts (Watch Part 1 // Watch Part 2).
6.30.2010: Behind-the-scenes photos from "A Gentle Art" video shoot
Visit our Flickr Photostream for behind-the-scenes photos from the video shoot for "A Gentle Art."
6.23.2010: "A Day in the Life," (pt. 4) and More NxNE Press
The fourth installment of the ongoing video series captures highlights from Paint's Spring 2010 Tour from Sarnia through Montreal, including some live audio of two brand new unreleased songs: "She Leaves" and "Let Go." Watch it on Paint's Official YouTube Channel.
"A Day in the Life," (pt. 4) was shot and edited by Tyler Cardy with still photos by Rachel LaGroix and poster images by Clarence King.
And on the NXNE press stream, thanks to Shawn Conner at Guttersnipe News for noticing the cupcakes and Mandy's "Can You Hear Me?" guitar solo in his review of Paint's NXNE set. Visit the Press page (under "Live Reviews") for the full text.
6.20.20101: More NxNE Press
As though being featured in Day 2's video recap was not enough, AUX TV has included clips from Paint's NXNE showcase at Velvet Underground in their Day 4 video recap (watch at 4:05). We are truly grateful that of 650 bands to choose from, AUX TV was kind enough to pick us up twice. Watch video here.
6.18.2010: Some NxNE Press
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Thanks to our friend Jay Nadler at Indie Love Radio for catching up with Robb at the Hyatt Regency in Toronto yesterday for day one of North by Northeast. We hope to have audio of the interview soon but in the meantime check out some photos of the encounter at The Official Paint Flickr Photostream, or the NXNE Photostream on Flickr.
Also, check out AUX TV's video recap of day two of NXNE and watch for an appearance by Robb at 5:14 speaking about the significance of NXNE: watch video here.
Remember, Paint's NXNE Showcase is fast approaching. Saturday. June 19, 9pm at Velvet Underground (510 Queen Street West) 19+, $10 at the door or free with an NXNE wristband. Visit the Events page for more info.
* The news does go back further than this. If for any reason you are interested in acquiring older archived news, please get in touch and we would be happy to assist you.