Gary O Kane.
2005-Present day:
Ammunition rehearsing, writing songs, making demos. But no gigs. Sadly, the members could never agree on a strategy to get the show on the road. So now the band is once again on hold, and Gary is back as a solo artist again.
At present Gary is quite busy, writing songs for such different artists as Ged Roberts and Lars Kristoffersen, and for the great metal band Mecalimb.
In 2008 he signed with Helping Hand Records and finally released his 2002 album on the Internet.
Gary is also releasing his brand new album "Forever Dreams" out soon as possible, he has had some delays, these things happen! ..this album will have the biggest budget and production to date! STAY TUNED FOR UPDATES!!!.
Shaz: Today I would like to take the Time to say Welcome To An awesome Artist...Gary O Kane....
Shaz: Firstly Could you Please Introduce Yourself....
First of all I wanna thank you, Shaz, for your kindness and interest in my music! Thank you! (-:
Well, my name is Gary O. Kane, and Im a singer/songwriter from Norway, basically just trying to get my music heard, thats all, hehehe!
Shaz: What is your Musical background...
I started out playing drums in the school marching band at the age of 7 or 8. I was actually quite talented, and at the age of 13 I joined my first rockband with some older guys. I played drums until I was around 20 or something. By then I had been writing songs for a few years, and I really wanted to sing them myself. So I became a singer and formed my first own band, called Kane. Since then I have been singing and writing songs. Thats basically the only thing Im any good at, hehe! I also went to a music school, at "college age" (different school systems here in Norway), but it was kind of a religious school and the main focus was classical music and God, so it didnt do anything for me. I dropped out. And to make a long story short, Ive been playing in a million unknown bands, and for the last 17 years Ive been making a living from playing covers on request in pubs and bars. Just me and my acistic guitar.
Shaz: Your tunes are so Inspiring please tell us what triggers a song?
Thanks for the compliment! I cant explain how the melodies are made, cause theyre just "there" all of sudden. Sometimes it pops up in my head, sometimes Im just jamming on my guitar or goofing around in the studio. I always make the music and melody first, and then I go through the great pain and agony of writing the lyrics! I hate writing lyrics! Shaz: Where have you performed? What are your favorite and least favorite venues? Do you have any upcoming shows?
Ive played many, many places in Norway. And some gigs in Sweden once in a while. I dont really have a favourite venue or a venue I dislike. To me it all comes down to how the audience and I get along! Doesnt matter if its a crappy venue if the gig is good! And it doesnt help if the venue is fantastic if I cant get the crowd going, right? Yes, I have quite a few shows coming up for this Fall. But they are all in Norway and all just me and the guitar, unfortunately...
Shaz: What genre of music do you consider your work to be and who are your major influences?
I just call it "rock"! Its very basic, melodic and traditional stuff. I leave to others to change the world, hehehe!
When I was younger I went through the whole "80s hardrock"-thing, of course! So that will always be in there somewhere. As I grew older I started listening to all sorts of music, and now I think a good song is a good song, regardless if its rock, pop or polka! I dont really have any particular influences. But Im sucker for good chorus lines, and I like riffing guitars and punchy drums. And as for singers, Mr. David Coverdale has always been a bright star in my sky!
Shaz: How has your music evolved since you first began playing music ?
It hasnt! Hahahaha!!! (-:
Really, the basic line is still the same; melodic and rocking. But of course, with experience the songs I write now are a little bit more "together" than the first songs I wrote when I was fourteen.
Shaz: What has been your biggest challenge as an Artist?
I guess the same as for most musicians: Getting heard!
Shaz: Are you a member of any music organizations?
Yes...hmm...yes! Im in a organization called TONO. Its basically taking care of my rights to my music and make sure I get paid for radio play and things like that. But in this area Im a total idiot, hahaha! So I will recommend you ask my record company about those matters! If I was smart I would be in a thousand organizations, so that I would get paid for every little thing! Some "musicians" seem to be more focused on those things than the music(!!!) I care very little about money and that stuff!
Shaz: Who handles your daily business activities? (Bookings, promotions etc.)
[Image]Rainbow Booking & Management and Helping Hand Records.
Shaz: What are your long-term career goals?
Make my songs heard, so that they will "get a life".
Shaz: If you could play music in front of a large audience where would that be?
Really doesnt matter, as long as the crowd is happy! (-:
Shaz: What type of media exposure have you received?
None.
Had some things going in the nineties, like tv and music magazines, but nothing recently.
Shaz: If you could tour with another band who would that be and why?
Here in Norway I would love to go with a band called Stage Dolls! They are the best norwegian rock band! As for inernational bands...hmm...would have to be someone quite similar to me of course, so I dont scare the crowd away... I dont know...Bryan Adams???
Shaz: How Big a part has The Internet Played In promoting you and Getting your music Out there?
For me it has meant pretty much everything! I can present my songs directly to people, without a lot of business people in the way! Thats awesome!!! (-:
Shaz: Is there anything you would Like to add Gary for your fans......
Thank you sooo much to all of you have bought my songs and sent compliments me etc!!! Im truly grateful for your kindness and support, and I would LOVE to come and play for each and every one of you!!! All my best wishes to you all!
---Thank you Shaz! (-:
Hugs, Gary
Thank you so much GARY for this Chance to get to Know you and for taking the Time Out to do this with us.....
We Wish you success In all you do and Hope to See you On Tour soon....
Hugs Shaz xo
Ammunition rehearsing, writing songs, making demos. But no gigs. Sadly, the members could never agree on a strategy to get the show on the road. So now the band is once again on hold, and Gary is back as a solo artist again.
At present Gary is quite busy, writing songs for such different artists as Ged Roberts and Lars Kristoffersen, and for the great metal band Mecalimb.
In 2008 he signed with Helping Hand Records and finally released his 2002 album on the Internet.
Gary is also releasing his brand new album "Forever Dreams" out soon as possible, he has had some delays, these things happen! ..this album will have the biggest budget and production to date! STAY TUNED FOR UPDATES!!!.
Shaz: Today I would like to take the Time to say Welcome To An awesome Artist...Gary O Kane....
Shaz: Firstly Could you Please Introduce Yourself....
First of all I wanna thank you, Shaz, for your kindness and interest in my music! Thank you! (-:
Well, my name is Gary O. Kane, and Im a singer/songwriter from Norway, basically just trying to get my music heard, thats all, hehehe!
Shaz: What is your Musical background...
I started out playing drums in the school marching band at the age of 7 or 8. I was actually quite talented, and at the age of 13 I joined my first rockband with some older guys. I played drums until I was around 20 or something. By then I had been writing songs for a few years, and I really wanted to sing them myself. So I became a singer and formed my first own band, called Kane. Since then I have been singing and writing songs. Thats basically the only thing Im any good at, hehe! I also went to a music school, at "college age" (different school systems here in Norway), but it was kind of a religious school and the main focus was classical music and God, so it didnt do anything for me. I dropped out. And to make a long story short, Ive been playing in a million unknown bands, and for the last 17 years Ive been making a living from playing covers on request in pubs and bars. Just me and my acistic guitar.
Shaz: Your tunes are so Inspiring please tell us what triggers a song?
Thanks for the compliment! I cant explain how the melodies are made, cause theyre just "there" all of sudden. Sometimes it pops up in my head, sometimes Im just jamming on my guitar or goofing around in the studio. I always make the music and melody first, and then I go through the great pain and agony of writing the lyrics! I hate writing lyrics! Shaz: Where have you performed? What are your favorite and least favorite venues? Do you have any upcoming shows?
Ive played many, many places in Norway. And some gigs in Sweden once in a while. I dont really have a favourite venue or a venue I dislike. To me it all comes down to how the audience and I get along! Doesnt matter if its a crappy venue if the gig is good! And it doesnt help if the venue is fantastic if I cant get the crowd going, right? Yes, I have quite a few shows coming up for this Fall. But they are all in Norway and all just me and the guitar, unfortunately...
Shaz: What genre of music do you consider your work to be and who are your major influences?
I just call it "rock"! Its very basic, melodic and traditional stuff. I leave to others to change the world, hehehe!
When I was younger I went through the whole "80s hardrock"-thing, of course! So that will always be in there somewhere. As I grew older I started listening to all sorts of music, and now I think a good song is a good song, regardless if its rock, pop or polka! I dont really have any particular influences. But Im sucker for good chorus lines, and I like riffing guitars and punchy drums. And as for singers, Mr. David Coverdale has always been a bright star in my sky!
Shaz: How has your music evolved since you first began playing music ?
It hasnt! Hahahaha!!! (-:
Really, the basic line is still the same; melodic and rocking. But of course, with experience the songs I write now are a little bit more "together" than the first songs I wrote when I was fourteen.
Shaz: What has been your biggest challenge as an Artist?
I guess the same as for most musicians: Getting heard!
Shaz: Are you a member of any music organizations?
Yes...hmm...yes! Im in a organization called TONO. Its basically taking care of my rights to my music and make sure I get paid for radio play and things like that. But in this area Im a total idiot, hahaha! So I will recommend you ask my record company about those matters! If I was smart I would be in a thousand organizations, so that I would get paid for every little thing! Some "musicians" seem to be more focused on those things than the music(!!!) I care very little about money and that stuff!
Shaz: Who handles your daily business activities? (Bookings, promotions etc.)
[Image]Rainbow Booking & Management and Helping Hand Records.
Shaz: What are your long-term career goals?
Make my songs heard, so that they will "get a life".
Shaz: If you could play music in front of a large audience where would that be?
Really doesnt matter, as long as the crowd is happy! (-:
Shaz: What type of media exposure have you received?
None.
Had some things going in the nineties, like tv and music magazines, but nothing recently.
Shaz: If you could tour with another band who would that be and why?
Here in Norway I would love to go with a band called Stage Dolls! They are the best norwegian rock band! As for inernational bands...hmm...would have to be someone quite similar to me of course, so I dont scare the crowd away... I dont know...Bryan Adams???
Shaz: How Big a part has The Internet Played In promoting you and Getting your music Out there?
For me it has meant pretty much everything! I can present my songs directly to people, without a lot of business people in the way! Thats awesome!!! (-:
Shaz: Is there anything you would Like to add Gary for your fans......
Thank you sooo much to all of you have bought my songs and sent compliments me etc!!! Im truly grateful for your kindness and support, and I would LOVE to come and play for each and every one of you!!! All my best wishes to you all!
---Thank you Shaz! (-:
Hugs, Gary
Thank you so much GARY for this Chance to get to Know you and for taking the Time Out to do this with us.....
We Wish you success In all you do and Hope to See you On Tour soon....
Hugs Shaz xo
