All the blues greats: Albert Collins, Freddie King, Albert King, BB King, Hound Dog Taylor, Magic Slim, Eric Clapton, T-Bone Walker, Elmore James, Muddy Waters, Buddy Guy, Lonnie Mack, Duane Allman, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Ronnie Earl, Warren Hayes, Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Healey, Jonny Lang, Roy Buchanan, Howlin' Wolf, Robert Johnson, Chuck Berry, Otis Rush, Michael Bloomfield, Ray Charles, etc...the list goes on.
Every now and then a band comes along that has a certain fire; a certain energy and sound that simply grabs you and demands your attention. Cold Snap is such a band, squeezing the most out of every note creating one of the most Electrifying Chicago Blues bands going around. Cold Snap rip into their tunes with a passion, and collectively form one of the hottest live blues acts in Victoria, if not Australia who truly must be seen live to be fully appreciated.
Since its formation Cold Snap wasted no time in stamping its authority on the Melbourne blues scene as one of the premier Chicago Blues bands in town. Its members consist of seasoned musicians who have been in the music scene for over 30 years. They have played with the likes of Chris Wilson, Lobby Loyde, Fiona Boyes, John Dallimore and many other renowned bands/artists. Talented musicianship combined with amazing and charismatic vocals up front by this husband and wife team certainly set Cold Snap apart from many others in their genre.
2009 has already seen them perform at the Eltham Jazz & Blues Festival, Point Cook Homestead Blues Festival, Downtown Bendigo Rock & Blues Festival and the Echuca Winter Blues Festival where they Sold Out of their CD's. Word on the band is spreading, so much so that after each of their festival performances punters have left claiming they were one of the best bands performing on the day.
Their gigs always have punters, out of their seats, on their feet, and the whole joint jumpin'. They hit the ground running with their first track and don't let up for a minute the entire night. Punter's are literally mesmerised and simply have to stay for fear of missing a single moment. One lady said "Once I heard them play their first song, I told my husband we have to stick around to see how these guys end their show tonight". Cold Snap didn't disappoint and had the whole place on their feet, dancing, jumping and hollering until their final note was played. To put it mildly, it's always a great night when Cold Snap is in town.
It seems that each venue they play at these days they convert new fans. One lady claimed Sonia was "one of the most talented women she has seen" after hearing her sing, dance, and then pick up her sax and help Ken out on the horns. Another said "You guys shouldn't be called Cold Snap because you're Smokin' Hot!" Yes it does sound a little cliche, but these are the feelings that are conjured up after each show. I guess there's only one way to find out what it's all about...
Do yourself a favour and get down to one of their gigs to witness one of Victoria's, hottest live blues acts who must be seen live to be truly appreciated.
For further Cold Snap gig information please visit www.coldsnap.com.au or email info@coldsnap.com.au.
Are you on Facebook? Then why not visit the Official Cold Snap Page on Facebook and Become a Fan. Simply click on the link above.
Follow Cold Snap on Twitter now. Simply click on the link above.
Check out Wild Dog Blues , feature band for the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society Tuesday 19th of January at the Royal Standard Hotel , West Melbourne . Should be lots of fun !!!
thanks joe!sonya,never had a chance to intro myself to the rest of the crew but will do in time,george thorogood sez theres two types of music in this world?blues!and the shit on telly?well,back in the days of video,we had some great music comin thru.i love all types of classy!music,and yes blues is a big part of my life,from sonny and brownie to the doors,jj cale,early led zeppelin,john mayalls blues band to george thorogood,i guess the list is endless,but,back to cold snap!very impressed joe,will catch up again soon,terry(tez)and tezza on www.vicrock.com.au
Hey Sonia, Welcome to the Sisters of Blues Club girl...kick their butts darlin and show them who can sing the blues!! Well done guys...maybe time for a big party night soon hey?? talk soon , Love the Lushes one xxxxxxx00xxxx
Hi Cold Snap! Thank you for your request. Happy to be one of your friends. You have amazing tracks on your profile. Hope you will have a wonderful week. Greetings from Sweden. The best mail you can get. Blackmail Bluesband.
Hey Guys! You guys are pumping it out!!! Awesome!!! Would love to come to your show on Friday night but we are making some noise ourselves! Have a good one! Stevie, Sharry Mike "White Goat"
Lol... Dad and I voted Groovers loung the smallest venue in the world, we love the place But I can't help but wonder.... With your ability to pull a crowd.... Where do you fit them all?????????????????????
Heya there Cold Snap, how ya doin 2day? Thanx 4 addin yer friendship. Pleasure 2 meet u. Enjoy r sounds & have a safe, peaceful Memorial weekend. Stay tuned & in touch. Blues rockin, Mani~
Online Now!
