Champion, Alberta
The band came together in an Edmonton basement four years ago and started out playing shows as the Tom Cruise Missile. Fearing litigation from south of the border, Champion, Alberta soon changed their name and continued on crafting dreamy pop symphonies.
The five-piece layer minimalist arrangements founded on Rob Wood’s wet guitar strumming, Stronciski’s bouncing keyboards and Tim Rechner’s propelling, beard-fuelled drumming. The members dip their fingers in various art-flavoured pies and this is apparent in the visual component of their live shows. The band has collaborated with visual artists all the way from Montreal to Victoria. Influences include the Clientele, Pavement, The Sea and Cake, Stereolab and My Bloody Valentine.
Band Members
Rob Wood: vocals, guitar
Tim Rechner: drums
Andrew Wood: bass, keys
Jason Stronciski: keys
Tour Dates
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