Biography
The first incarnation of Canada (a three piece with bass, keyboards and drums) was born in 1984 during the British new wave/prog explosion. The band wore its influences clearly on its sleeve: Pallas, Twelfth Night, Pendragon and IQ.
Two years later, a harder sound emerged with the addition of a guitarist, while the bass player began also playing keyboards.
The band recorded the first (self titled) demo tape in 1987, which led to an article published in Rockerilla magazine and reviews in HM and Metal Shock as well as in other major European and North American publications.
In 1988 Canada recorded a 12” EP called ENDLESS PICTURES, unfortunately unreleased, as there proved to be little interest in the band’s new sound, heavily influenced by Rush, Praying Mantis, Grand Prix and Stampede.
At this point the group released another demo, including a song called “Don’t Throw Your Heart” which sparked the interest of Fireball Management and led to its inclusion on a compilation LP called SURGERY OF THE POWER in 1989.
Another guitarist came into the picture in 1990, leading to the recording of another demo, BUT FOR YOU, before Canada broke up.
Five years later, the band reformed with the same drummer and bass/keyboards players and yet another guitar player. Along with Paul Manners, they recorded an Italian language demo entitled MR. GONE, which proved to be truly Canada’s swan song.
AFTERIMAGE is Canada new upcoming album.
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