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VASLAV

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General Info

  • Genre: Alternative / Classic Rock / Other

    Location Toronto, Ontario, CA

    Profile Views: 26074

    Last Login: 12/1/2012

    Member Since 9/8/2006

    Website vaslav.ca

    Record Label FW Artist Collective

    Type of Label Indie

  • Bio

    To get VASLAV music click on the flashing FadingWaysMusic store banner..... VASLAV's music has been described as a 'blend of old world folk, rock, blues, and experimentation', 'joyful…playful…and rousing.' It is constantly evolving - a result of the band's open-door policy... VASLAV functions as a collective. Members come and go at will, with Vince Strnad providing both unforgettable vocals and continuity. The band currently consists of Vince Strnad (Vocals, Guitars, Piano, Harp) Danielle Strnad (Backup Vocals, precussion) Will Snodgrass (percussion, piano, Vocals)..... WORKINGTOGETHER is available via Fading Ways Music's Online Store ( www.fwmusicstore.co.uk)..... More information about VASLAV can be found at www.vaslav.com Interview inquiries can be directed to vaslav.s@hotmail.com or tina.siegel@gmail.com.....Son of an immigrant family from Czechoslovakia, Vince Strnad found freedom of expression in early musical lessons of discovery, growth, loss, and universal love. The classical and folk genres were abundant in his home country, while the Beatles and Stones were only available via the black market. Canada made music more accessible, providing more space and range of expression. During his teens Vince learned to play guitar, clarinet and saxophone; he played guitar and bass in several cover bands, while composing and beginning to record original music. One such band was an early incarnation of VASLAV, with drummer Zack Levy (from the band August), bassist Simon Levy and first singer Adam August. The story is that Zack wanted Vince to join August, and put an ultimatum to August guitarist Alan Aicken, who chose to split up the band. He later played guitar for Amanda Marshall prior to her signing..... Meanwhile VASLAV secured a management deal and looked for a new frontman. Neil Leyton stepped in as vocalist and the band changed their name to "Henry Farm", recording a demo "groove machine", with some of Neil's songs and VASLAV songs. After a year of playing live there was major label interest, but the management company closed its doors and Neil tried other projects, leaving the vocal duties to Zack. Disappointed by not finding a lead singer, however, Henry Farm disbanded shortly afterwards..... Vince continued playing with various friends. During a Passion'd Flower sound-check, Vince stepped up to mic and sang an old blues number, "Spider and the Fly" and immediately Neil encouraged him to sing. At his next studio session, Neil asked Vince to record one of his original songs, "The Therapy Song". Vince's passionate, strong yet fragile vocals opened a new door to the dimension of his song-writing. .... Today, Vince feels that he "was truly given a gift, that of being a musician and being able to express all the musical voices" that he had heard both externally and internally, over the years. After meeting members of the band "DIAL", songs were recorded for an aptly-titled collection: "reCORDING". A new musical collaboration was started with Dimitri Brunelle- Derome, who helped produce two full albums. Santino DeGasperis (of the band "Blue Orange") also played on the VASLAV recordings, and Vince also participated in another project, "Model Minstrels" with Louie George and Dimitri, who independently released the CD "rags & stomps"..... The next VASLAV album is tentatively titled "Love Made", while the collection of earlier collaborations, "WORKINGTOGETHER" is available via the FW Music Store: www.fwmusicstore.co.uk ..<>br> VASLAV 2 album is for sale @ www.fwmusicstore.co.uk right now.

  • Members

    Vince Strnad:Vox,Gtr,Harp,Piano.Danielle Strnad: Backup Vox, Procusion. Will Snodgrass:Drums, Bongos, www.willderness.ca. Plus the collective: Dimitri Brunelle, Zack Levy, Simon Levy, Neil Leyton, J.D., Louis George, Santino DeGasparis. Paul Gangadine, Devin Stoneham......... ......

  • Influences

    Czeck Folk Music, Bach, Beethoven, Robert Johnson, Miles Davis, Tom Waits, Bob Dylan, Joni Michell, Jane Sibery, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Cream, Led Zeppelin, Randy Rhoads, Jim Handrix, Janes Addiction, Jeff Buckley, David Bowie, Tin Machine, The Flaming Lips, The Band, Bob Marley, Danielle, My Friends, Me, God, Jesus.

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  • gary

    Still so very proud of you Vince.  Hope your beautiful family is doing well.I finally got checking e-mails again, when I found a letter and link to your myspace page!!!! My inbox is hovering at about 3000 !!!!  I really like "the hurricane" track.  Incredible lead tone!!! Beatiful backing voice layering at the chorus and the swirling bridge section creates some intense sonic imagery.  The slide work adds a slick flavour to the overall mix.  Good to hear the inspiration in your latest track. Send me more!!!   Peace Love and Harmony to you in all you do      Gary 

    1 year ago
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    Hello,How do you do?

    2 years ago
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    Hello,thanks add!
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    2 years ago
  • memberme

    Hey VASLAV,


    just dropping by to say hello.
    Hope all is well with you and the family.

    All the best,
                  Sean

    2 years ago
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