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Síochána bio
Local
roots band Síochána
(pronounced sha kahw naa) is made up
of five (5) members; Bruce Mesh, Wayne James, Jim Feehan and founders Jim Carroll & Darrin Feehan. For the past 9 years, They
have evolved into one of the best party bands in the city. They
play a mixture of Traditional Newfoundland, bluegrass, Celtic, folk
and some old rock and roll music and are known for their tight harmonies
and high energy shows on stage.
Síochána are a mainstay at
Bridie Molloy's on
George St, appearing in a regular rotation with many other talented
local bands. They are also fixtures at many local festivals
such as The George Street Festival, Festival of Friends and SunSplash to name a few. Síochána also play to private functions such
as conferences, weddings or corporate events. Beside their regular
schedule, the boys are also sought after to appear at numerous
charity functions (averaging 50 yearly) such as the Janeway Telethon, Celebrity Secrets, CIBC Run For the Cure and Candles For
Canada. Most recently, they were honoured to be included in the fantastic
lineup for the D'Arcy Broderick Benefit, held at Club One on George
Street.
In 2000, with the help of several local artists, Síochána released their first CD entitled
"COPS FOR CANCER" "on the beat". All profits
for this compilation CD were donated to charity.
In October 2002 they released their second compilation
charity CD in support of four local children's charities entitled
"COPS FOR KIDS" "....the beat goes on".
With the success of the first two CD's, the support of family and friends and the
encouragement of an ever growing fan base, Síochána released a third CD in February of 2005. This
disc was aptly entitled, Síochána "On Our Own" and was recorded
"Live" at Bridie Molloy's on George Street. For the first time
this group of five were releasing a CD that was all Síochána, not a compilation and it was not for
charity.
In September 2005, all their hard work paid off with two
Music NL award nominations (formerly
known as MIANL). They were nominated
for Entertainer of the Year and SOCAN Song of the Year for Jim Feehan's song, "Dance Me
Away".
Since the CD's release in
February, 2005, they have seen many of their 9 original songs receive
regular air play on the local radio stations. The success of songs like
"Dance Me Away", "Pirate Ship", "Standin' On The Corner" the title track
"On Our Own", as well as their version of "I Had
A Hat" the boys have become a hot commodity giving them one of
the busiest schedules around.
Síochána is now in the
studio working on their long awaited follow up to their debut CD
"On Our Own". This yet to be titled CD will try to
follow the formula of the first in that it will have several new original
songs along with some familiar traditional and cover tunes. Look for some
toe tapping music, tight harmonies and stirring ballads that will be
sure to have you singing along and looking for more.
Be sure to pick up their CD, which is available at most
stores throughout the province or from the boys themselves. They should
have an ample supply with them when ever they are
appearing.
Some of the
charity appearances Síochána have made
are;
Janeway Telethon to
Celebrity Secrets and the
Badger Relief to the Mermaids
Gala,
or showcasing their talents at events like the
Scott
Tournament of Hearts,
the final regular season home game for the
St. Johns Maple Leafs or
the 2004 ECMA 72 Hour Jam.
They
appear regularly at local festivals and local clubs,
as well as attending a number of
conferences & private functions.
They have showcased in
Dublin
& Wexford Ireland,
Labrador
City and
Ottawa Ontario, in 2005.
Their music was
also featured in a DVD entitled
“Canadian Curling Experience”
which was produced
by CBC and released nationally.
In April 2006, they were honoured to
headline a video
"Kitchen Party" sent to the troops in Afghanistan.
They opened for The Masterless Men at the Shamrock Festival and for
the
Celtic Connection at the George Street Festival "Kitchen
Party".
They headlined at the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra
(NSO) Gala in October
2006.
They played several selections backed by the Symphony
Orchestra.
Songs
like “Dance Me Away”, “Take Me Home”,
“Standin’ On The Corner” and the
title track “On Our Own”
have received regular air play on the
local radio stations.
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2007