MONEEN RETURNS — WITH SPECIAL GUESTS SHOTGUN RULES!
GETTING BACK IN THE VAN SOUTHERN ONTARIO RIP 2025
Moneen, a Canadian post-hardcore band that emerged in the early 2000s, has carved out a unique place in the annals of alternative music. Hailing from Brampton, Ontario, the band was formed in 1999 and is comprised of original members – Kenny Bridges, Chris Hughes, Peter Krpan, and Erik Hughes. From the outset, Moneen stood out from their contemporaries with their emotionally charged lyrics and intricate, melodic soundscapes. Drawing inspiration from bands like Sunny Day Real Estate and Fugazi, they quickly gained a following among fans of the emo and post-hardcore scenes. Over the course of their career, Moneen has released several critically acclaimed albums, including their debut full-length The Theory of Harmonial Value in 2001, which established them as a force to be reckoned with. But it was their follow-up, Are We Really Happy With Who We Are Right Now?, released in 2003 on Vagrant Records, that really put them on the map. Subsequent releases The Red Tree and The World I Want To Leave Behind further solidified their reputation as one of the most innovative and original bands in the genre. Despite facing numerous challenges over the years, including lineup changes and a period of dormancy, Moneen has continued to evolve and push boundaries. Their live shows are renowned for their intensity and emotional depth, and they have toured extensively throughout North America and Europe, sharing stages with the likes of Dashboard Confessional, Thrice, and Taking Back Sunday. Through it all, Moneen has remained committed to their vision of creating music that is honest, heartfelt, and powerful. Their impact on the alternative music scene cannot be overstated, and they continue to inspire a new generation of musicians and fans alike.
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Shotgun Rules is a post-hardcore band from London, Ontario, Canada.The band’s passion exploded from their 2004 debut EP, Estimated Time of Arrival. Delivering mesmerizing riffs, striking vocal melodies and pumping drums, Estimated Time of Arrival truly showcased Shotgun’s musical mastery. Shotgun Rules launched a cross-country tour of Canada in the summer and fall of that year, followed by more tours in 2005 where fans quickly snatched-up the band’s new 4-song sampler simply entitled, The Demo Sessions: Vol.1. While completing over 200 individual showcases across the country, the members of Shotgun Rules found themselves sharing the stage with such up-and-coming bands as 30 Seconds To Mars, Aiden, Rufio, Midtown, Bleed the Dream, Stutterfly, Boys Night Out, Matchbook Romance, The End, Motion City Soundtrack, The Fully Down, Protest The Hero, Closet Monster and more. Their plans for the future, complete tour coverage of North America, Europe and Asia. The collision of talent between Ric Mattingley (guitars), Corry Van Spronsen (guitars), Dusty Mattingley (drums), John MacKenzie (vocals) and Joe Giugno (bass) resulted in unconventional songwriting, and an intoxicating and explosive live performance.
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