Boris Cezek (Drums), Kevin Lega Vella (Guitars), Eric Wadge (Acoustic Guitars), Alex Dimitrijevic (Bass), Andre Schembri (Keyboards)
Influences
David Gray, Damien Rice, Foo Fighters, Led Zeppelin, John Lee Hooker, BB King, Bob Dylan, Ryan Adams, Stereophonics, Robbie Williams, Eric Clapton, Fleetwood Mac, Radiohead, Coldplay, Keane, Snow Patrol, Audioslave, Fiona Apple, U2, Sting
Ivan Filletti is not new to the Maltese music scene.
With his power blues rock band 'Filletti & Friends' and thanks to a strong dose of Led Zeppelin influences, Filletti established himself as one of Malta's top blues singers and live performers on the island.
With 'F&F' he released the self-titled album 'Filletti & Friends' and played in all the live venues, grottiest pubs and hottest festivals Malta could offer.
In 2004 the blues was swept aside for a new voice, new songs and new influences.
"I was going through a very introspective phase. I started to question everything about my life. My day job, relationship, musical career, voice...the whole works. Till then I was like driving to the max with no control over where I was heading.....so I hit hard on the brakes and slowly but surely started to pick up the pieces and find my peace of mind...."
The process of picking up the pieces took the shape of writing a new bunch of songs which led to 'Somedays', his debut solo album released in 2005.
"I literally picked up my Ovation guitar, bought a couple of tapes for my dictaphone and just scribbled lyrics, recorded melodies and tried to be as honest as possible in all the work I was doing. The therapeutic process had started. I latched on to every lyric and sang every chorus as if my life depended on it".
Early on in the writing process he met his co-writer and co-producer of the album, Boris Cezek.
"Boris was the catalyst that turned my melodies and lyrics into the songs and sounds of 'Somedays'. He immediately understood want I wanted to achieve and more importantly he did not try to change anything but rather enhance the formula".
That approach has certainly worked.
Released in June 2005 'Somedays' has become one of most successful albums ever to be launched in Malta, still selling strongly 12 months from its launch.
Four singles released from the album, 'Cold Heart', 'Who's to Blame', 'Breaking my Hand' and 'Fly' became some of the most played songs across all the top local radio stations.
"It was incredible. The songs and album just took a life of their own. We started the live gigs and the audience was singing to each and every word. Somehow they connected to the lyrics and melodies'.
In December 2005, Filletti was awarded the Best Solo Artist Award by Malta's top radio station, Bay Radio 89.7. In 2006 he supported two of Italy's top singer- songwriters Marco Masini and Amedeo Minghi in three sell out nights.His live gigs at the island's top venues became one of the most important live dates in the local gig scene.
"I've still got a lot to learn but with the help of the band, UK based vocal coach Martin Lebermann and positive reactions we keep getting from the gigs I should settle down and start writing the second 'difficult' album".
Next Saturday, 13th June X-Vandals shall be hitting the stage at Remedy for the release of their 2nd CD entitled "Breach The Silence". It will also be the nite who shall feature our new entry, Mark Zlayer as our second guitarist.
Guest bands for the gig are Victims of Creation and Thy Legion. Entrance for the gig is for only 7 Euros and includes 3 live band shows by X-Vandals, Victims of Creation and Thy Legion + FREE CD of Breach The Silence + Free shooter. Yeah you're reading well all of this for only 7 Euros.
Mark that calendar and leave the 13th June free so you'll join us for this particular nite. Spread out the word and bring along your friends too!
Subculture shall be hitting the stage on Saturday, 20th September @ Remedy & launch their 4th CD "REVOLT". Besides, it will also be Ramona's debut as Subculture main female vocalist.
Entrance fee is for Euros 5 & includes 4 live bands featuring Subculture, Shattered Pride, Abstrass & R.A.S. plus FREE shooter & ... Yeah FREE REVOLT CD!! All of this for Euros 5 ONLY. Mark this date on your calendar & join us at Remedy for a great nite.
Visit our profile on www. myspace. com/subculturemt & listen to our new track from REVOLT "The Earth Dies Screaming". Your views and comments are highly appreciated. Spread out the word
Subculture shall be officially launching their 4th CD REVOLT on 20th September at Remedy, PV. Besides during the same night, we shall also be officilly and publicly introducing Ramona, our new vocalist, who shall be singing with us not more than a 22 track play list including cover versions.
Stay tuned to our profile and check out our flyer for more updates and news for the lauching nite in the coming days and weeks.... Feel free to forward this message and we'll thank you in advance for your kind co-operation.
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