Winnipeg Show Report!
Darryl Reilly, our friend, long time Solidarity Rock supporter and guitar player in Winnipeg's Guerrillas of Soul put some words down about last weekend's shaker at the Times Change(d). Check this out.
Solidarity Month kicked off in Winnipeg with a bang on Friday May 25th at the Time's Change(d) High & Lonesome Club. Local Winnipeg acts The Guerrillas of Soul & The Nobel Thiefs both brought their unique blend of Soul & Rock & Roll to the Solidarity Rock dance floor and a sweaty, grimy dance floor it was. The Guerrillas of Soul kicked off the night around 11pm and despite the unseasonably cold gusty weather were able to quickly heat up the building. Featuring lead singer Noma Sibanda, a political refugee from Zimbabwe, along with long time Solidarity Rock supporters Darryl Reilly, Kevin McLean & Alain Guillemette (ex-SubCity members) and Scott Price the Guerrillas were a natural fit to the Solidarity Rock cause. Highlights of the performance included a never-before heard rendition of Nina Simone's 'Be my Husband' and GOS originals Red Tent and Lipstick & War. The Guerrillas set was a eclectic mix of thought-provoking, heart wrenching ballads along with good time four on the floor soulful, ass-shaking rock & roll. After a short pause for everyone to refill their drinks and catch a breath of fresh air the mighty Noble Thiefs took to the stage. By the second stroke of a chord by master guitarist Riley Hastings the dance floor was packed with sweaty Solidarity Rockers ready to shake it all night long. Featuring the silky vocals of Myron Dean, pounding bass of Ian Lodewyks, and steady beat of Tim Jones, The Thiefs delivered on their promise to leave everyone on the dance floor dead tired & satisfied. The blazing 70 minute set included a wide variety of originals & choice covers spanning from rock & roll to soul to reggae which kept the people moving all night long. Fresh off a western Canadian tour it's no wonder this 4 piece rock & soul band has been turning heads across the country. All in all, Solidarity Rock's triumphant return to Winnipeg was just that and everyone in the city seems re-invigorated and ready for many more Solidarity Rock events in the coming months!