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The Jo Ellis Band
Rock / Alternative / Other

"Get our FULL album FREE now @ www.joellis.co.za!!"

Ladismith, Western Cape
South Africa

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Last Login:  7/6/2008
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   The Jo Ellis Band: General Info
Member Since5/15/2006
Band Websitejoellis.co.za
Band Members
InfluencesMetallica, Anthrax (John Bush-era), Led Zeppelin, Tool, Pearl Jam, Smashing Pumpkins, Soundgarden, Ben Harper, Bob Dylan, Neil Young.
Sounds LikeCombine the grit that can only come from a band born and bred in the wide open spaces of the Little Karoo, South-Africa, with the energy, edge and attitude of bands like Metallica and Soundgarden, the melodic flavors and colors of Pearl Jam and the Smashing Pumpkins and lyrics that make it clear that this band is fearless in terms of speaking its mind. Add a good dash of blistering guitar work and a double shot of solid rhythm. And just when you think you know what they're about, they’ll pull out their acoustic guitars...
Record LabelIndependent
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   About The Jo Ellis Band




Jo Ellis decided to go it alone after his former band, The Fathers of Invention, decided to split up in October 2005. Jo was the main creative force behind the band, whom he fronted and played guitar in for almost two years.

Jo’s debut-album, Fear And Science, (recorded in his own BlooRoom Studios), was released in April 2006. The event took the form of a nationwide live broadcast on (SA rock DJ) Johan Botha’s show “Tempo” on (SA radio-station) RSG. After this, Jo appeared on the SABC 2 music-program “Pitstop” in May 2006 and won their “Tref & Trap”-chart for newcomers with a convincing majority of votes.

After playing a couple of shows with various musicians that helped out, it became clear that, in order for his newfound creative freedom to come to fruition, a new band would have to be put together. A band that would be on the same creative wavelength.

In June 2006 Jo started jamming with his sister, Zaan, on drums and long-time friend and accomplished bassist Panna Dekker. Jo had been in different bands with both earlier, so the chemistry was there immediately. Everything clicked and The Jo Ellis Band was born. What more could any artist ask for?

They have since been touring non-stop, introducing more and more people to their unique brand of good, hard-edged rock ‘n roll with their energy-fueled live shows, winning loyal, die-hard support along the way.

Below is a live performance of House On Fire. It was recorded at various venues at the KKNK, Oudtshoorn, South Africa.

House On Fire - Live @ KKNK 2008



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Below is a live performance of one of our acoustic songs, The Valley. It was recorded at Tanz Café, Johannesburg, during our Gauteng Tour last year.

The Valley (Acoustic)



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Below is the first video we did. It's called "Gesien Geglo", which translates to "I Saw, I Believed". It was shot on location in Ladismith, our hometown in South Africa.




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Jul 3 2008 4:05 PM

Hi guys, thanks...it is great to meet you!
Peace & happiness
Louise
The Told (New Songs up!!!)





Jun 5 2008 4:10 AM

Hello The Jo Ellis Band,

Lets Rock !!!!





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Vote for us please - Bitte gib uns deine stimme!!!

Bitte für uns stimmen !! Vote for us please @ alle festivals. Haldbrand Open Air , Rock Hartz und veile mehr !!! :-)

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May 26 2008 7:08 PM

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May 12 2008 9:30 AM

Hi,


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Apr 12 2008 9:14 AM

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THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT

HOLLA BACK

PEACE
KILLAH KAYOS





Mar 26 2008 9:24 PM

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Mar 3 2008 11:15 AM

Hi buddy , yeah I had a pretty good day thanks ,not overly rock n roll but good non the less :)
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Feb 26 2008 9:34 PM

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Feb 23 2008 6:21 AM

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Feb 19 2008 10:35 PM

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Feb 13 2008 9:57 AM

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Feb 12 2008 3:30 PM

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Feb 11 2008 8:06 PM

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Feb 11 2008 1:13 PM



I'm uploading it now!
Claudius





Feb 11 2008 11:49 AM

awe!
hoe ganit nog? hoe was al die trips? was seker baie besig vir die paar maande!
cool nuwe fotos!
hoop dinge gaan goed groot!
cheers
LAVA!





Feb 9 2008 11:06 AM

LAVA!





Feb 9 2008 9:39 AM

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Feb 7 2008 7:01 PM

Thanks for the add! Believe me, you don't want to miss The Fashion Museum!

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Feb 6 2008 5:37 PM


Hello The Jo Ellis Band, when you get a minute please stop by our page and check out our top 2 new tracks. we welcome any comments Thanks for your support!

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Feb 6 2008 11:12 AM

Thanks Jo Ellis Band!!

Rock on!



Michael
Duskant Ombliksem





Feb 6 2008 8:00 AM

Hey man

Wens ons kon. Al gaan dit so goed in teevee land sukkel ons om KKNK in te kom. Weet nie waar om te begin nie. En al die ander festivals sukkel ook maar.

Hoop julle kick ten minste ass, en dankie oor die video. Hart gewerk en nou betaal dit darm.

Mag dit reen waar julle bokke wy
DOB
ANGRY CHAIR





Feb 5 2008 6:19 PM

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Feb 3 2008 12:13 PM

Thanks Jo Ellis Band! have a sweet one!



Michael
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Feb 1 2008 2:45 PM

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Jan 28 2008 10:15 AM

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Jan 25 2008 10:57 AM

Hey, just dropping in to say hello and see how you're doing. I've been really busy.. a tour coming up, a show TONIGHT, airplay, and much more. I hope you get a chance to stop by and comment letting me know how you're doing. :)

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Jan 25 2008 9:59 AM

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Jan 9 2008 1:03 AM

Hey! Thanks for the add The Jo Ellis Band. I hope you'll be able to stop by our show February 2nd, 2008 at 8PM. We'll be playing at The Q in Worcester, MA! Stop by our page today and check it out and leave a comment!

We're pretty new to the area so we're really trying to make some ground in the area. Check us out and comment back!

-the artform
Java Blue





Jan 7 2008 8:26 AM