Silvana Kane - Voice Adam Popowitz - Guitar Toby Peter - Bass & Drums Elliot Polsky - (Live Performances) Drums & Percussion
Reviews:
"At the Wells Fargo stage, Vancouver, B.C., trio Pacifika's sensuous, exhilarating blend of Latin, jazz, flamenco and electronica was an unexpected delight. Peruvian-born singer Silvana Kane introduced "Chiquita" with a few words about shedding one's inhibitions like the people behind the masks at Mardi Gras... This group is surely destined for a larger stage in world music.” Gene Stout (Seattle Post Intelligencer at Bumbershoot)
"Pacifika, a Canadian band led by a Peruvian thrush that incorporates downtempo grooves, a bit of jazz and some Latin touches, is gaining some airplay with its bilingual track "Sweet." Anchored by bass and drums, Silvana Kane provides an effervescent voice as a focal point while the melodies drift around her." (Variety) click here
"As most of Pacifika's songs unfold, a seductive vocal settles above plucked chords of a nylon-string guitar, pulsing percussion and lush synthesized sounds, and thus the band bridges that clear, unhurried form of João Gilberto-influenced pop and the mellow side of electronica. But there are a few surprises that give "Asunción" its unexpected tang." JIM FUSILLI (The Wall Street Journal) click here
“The album they created is eclectic, a little bit chill-out and melancholic but also with several ass-shaking songs. Imagine the sounds you might hear while traveling through the worlds where their music finds inspiration - Latin America, Spain, North America and the UK and you'll get what they are aiming for.” – New York Post
“The group’s new album is nothing short of transcendent-a bold fusion of jazzy beats, electronica and Latin flavor that suggests a multi-phased trip to paradise.” – Global Rhythm
“Peruvian Native Kane is strong and interesting on vocals to keep this debut coasting smoothly, while her backing team is diverse – including rumba, jazz, reggae, and synthesized Andean flutes – to create a refreshing and light electronic breakthrough.” – XLR8R
“…smooth-sounding mix of silky vocals, sweet guitar and classy beats on their new album Asunción… Highly stylized, world-y sounding hipster-pop, it fits in the vein of the Thievery Corporation and Bebel Gilberto.” – Toronto Star
“Pacifika’s pop roots give the group a contemporary edge, whether it’s a hypnotic dancehall groove on “Me Caí” or the droning feedback on “Mas y Mas.” And despite the Spanish lyrics, Kane’s sensuous voice makes Pacifika every bit accessible as Shakira.” – Inside Entertainment Canada
“The CD is titled Asuncion and it's full of great mood music, perfect music to chill to. Silvana Kane has this super seductive, raspy voice and the music just draws you in and makes you feel good all over. I love how textured it is. There are bits of electronica, dub reggae, Spanish and Latin in the mix and the band brings all these elements together very nicely.” – CBC Toronto
“…smooth, spirited and stylish.” – Vancouver Courier
Check out the spolight on Pacifika at Radio Canada. click here
Pacifika. The name is at once familiar and mysterious, implying endless seascapes and tropical beaches, golden sunsets and endless summers, warm tides and mighty tsunamis. “Words are powerful,” says the band’s lead singer and chief lyricist Silvana Kane. “We wanted a word that described the music and our feelings. Pacifika sounds warm and eternal, like the ocean itself, open to limitless possibilities."
Pacifika is the multi-talented Silvana Kane, a Peruvian born singer, re-formed pop sensation (West End Girls), and accomplished actress with a love of flamenco, electronica, and textured percussion; Adam Popowitz a Canadian bred guitarist adept at new wave, classical, and pop, and a skilled producer responsible for a catalogue that includes indie rock and Armenian folk music; and Toby Peter, a dub wise bassist born in Canada and raised in Barbados, explorer of jazz, hip-hop, metal and Caribbean grooves. Together the Vancouver based trio is making a new kind of global pop, music that nods to its diverse international influences, while forging its own unique voice. Jazz infused and Latin tinged, marked by gently flowing melodies, deep grooves, waves of cracking percussion and the occasional burst of exhilarating guitar noise, Pacifika’s comfortable, complex sound defies categories, creating soothing soundscapes held together by Kane’s smooth, intimate vocals.
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I'm Droppin In To See What's News With You All Hope Your Weekend Is Starting Off On The Right Track. I'm Working In Madrid At The Moment And My Schedule Has Kept Me Busy For The Past 2 Months All Is Well. Me Family & Mates Are All Good Get Back To Me When You Can Syl. Don't Forget About Your Litle Sister, Savvy? = [ Blessings And Love Mum Be Well.
its first time i write a comment here, i couldnt help it!!! your musik is amazing and so inspiring, relaxing, optimistic, real, clean, deep, alive .... and much more, i am peruvian and i love the fact that i found your musik in new york!!! good luck guys
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Hello Loves
Have A Splendid Upcoming Week Thank You For Being Such Wonderful Souls All My Best To You Cheers!
All Who Have Accomplished Great Things Have Had A Great Aim, Have Fixed Their Gaze On A Goal Which Was High, One Which Sometimes Seemed Impossible. All You Have To Do Is Know Where You're Going. The Answers Will Come To You Of Their Own Accord.
Always Bear In Mind That Your Own Resolution To Succeed Is More Important Than Any Other One Thing. Ambition Can Creep As Well As Soar.
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Stopping In For A Quick Hello I Hope Your Weekend Was Pleasant Pass By When You Have Time And Let Me Know What's News With You, Savvy? Lots Of Love And Blessings Sent Your Way
Just passing through to see how your Labor Day Weekend went Hope all is well. Did you all have some time off for the holiday weekend? Also, out of pure curiosity, I was wondering; which one of you actually responds to comments here? Do you have an assistant that does it for you? Funny how that question just hit me. Do you three spend much time together when you're not touring or do you need a break? Just trying to learn more about you blokes = ]
I'm still in Milan working, so I'm going to miss this semester of school but I'll be back in time for next semester. I really do hate falling behind, it only delays me graduation date. I want to finish me final year so I can graduate and leave the States and head back over the pond to get my Masters either back home in England or in Spain. Work is work, and we don't have a large window of opportunity to model as we get older, so it's better to get it all in now; invest your capital wisely and set your future up to retire early, savvy?
Anyhoo, I'm finishing a light breakfast and am going to head out to go for me morning run with the gurls. Talk to you soon loves, Take Care.
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