Westdale music hasn’t been this fresh in years.
When the four members of the Abbreviations joined forces back in 2005, it was only a matter of time before things really began to click. Sharing a mutual love for Canadian indie rock, the boys quickly began carving their own niche in the Hamilton scene; somewhere between unfiltered punk rock and syrupy sweet Halifax pop. Dave Macintosh (vocals/guitar), Nick Hind-Knapp (bass), Andy van Kooy (guitar), and Fraser Malcolm (drums) instantly knew they had something special, and so did the rest of the city. Somewhere between the sweat, hair, and razor sharp licks, a new band was born.
As weeks turned into months, the group landed a series of gigs opening for the likes of Tokyo Police Club, Grizzly Bear, Two Hours Traffic, the Most Serene Republic, and illScarlett, and hasn’t looked back since. After cultivating a dedicated local following in and around the Hamilton area, the band signed to upstart imprint Down by the Point Records and joined the likes of Matt Paxton, Cam Malcolm, and Cowlick on a solid and rapidly expanding roster of artists.
With a new EP slated for August 2008 and tour dates on the way, the Abbreviations are hoping to expand upward and outward as summer turns into fall. For booking and press inquiries, please contact downbythepointrecords@gmail.com.
Contact us for bookings & randoms at: the_abbreviations@hotmail.com
Check us out on CBC Radio3: ..www.radio3.cbc.ca/bands/The-Abbreviations..
ha, gotta love cuff. My summer's been uneventful at best. It was neat to finally see you guys play...I've always meant to see you before but never really got around to it.
Yo The Abbreviations! Check out my new site www. percieve. co. nz It's pretty much a document of a dude tryna make it in rap, without any industry machine or money behind him, could make for an interesting read if that's what you're into...or if you're bored! Shot!
Yo The Abbreviations! Check out my new site www. percieve. co. nz It's pretty much a document of a dude tryna make it in rap, without any industry machine or money behind him, could make for an interesting read if that's what you're into...or if you're bored! Shot!
haha i love how i got two responses to that comment? haha. my summer's been pretty rad. going to a SHITLOAD of shows. what else would i do with my summer?? i probly will check you guys out sometime =) how have you guys been?
Hello! How goes it? :) I hope well. We were just stopping by to let you know we have a new song on our page called, "Sonny Surprise" and would love for you to come have a listen.
hey guys...sweet bass playing man. im always rdy to help out a sick bass player. the 2nd song u guys played that night was awesome. chevy i think it is. keep up the good work guys
I don't want to sound age-ist or anything, but you guys are way too young to rock as hard as you do. What a treat to have caught the gig at Pepper Jack. I hope our paths cross again soon.
Thanks Boys!! hope your getting around this summer to play some of your stuff! I'm pumped to hear you guys again when i make it back to Ontario! Keep it Real and thanks for Listening. -Pete
Hey dudes. i see you guys are playing St. Paul's on Saturday, as are we. i can't wait to see you guys play again. It's been a couple months eh? Anyways, should be fun! Seeya Saturday.
not too shabby, man! I'm still in the preliminary stages on myspace, I guess. not doing too much with it yet. hoepfully this summer things will pick up. how long have you had your band together?
Hey guys, Cool show in Hamilton - thanks again for sharing gear with us. If you're around come check us at the Casbah on the 13th, or in Toronto on the 15th and we can chat about future shows.
thanks man . you and your brother played a great set . and i really dig the songs on this page too. hopefully we can get a show together soon- keep in touch,,
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