biographical info
Since the self-titled EP I released in 2006, I've explored many other
musical avenues and outlets, learned several other instruments, and
whittled away my rough edges. The culmination of all this is my new
album, Goodbye (Thesis of My Discontent), a long overdue
collection of songs about the trials and tribulations of jealousy,
love, youth, urban living, and letting go (to be taken with a grain of
salt).
Half of the album was recorded in bits and pieces between February 2007
and June 2009. The other half was recorded by a worn out and
unrehearsed band in three hours on the morning of June 17, 2009. This
band consisted of Evan Cartwright, Gram Whitty, Leland Whitty, Jacob
Damelin, Sam Dickinson (who was brought in for one tune, blew me away,
and ended up staying for the whole session), and Lucas Meilach-Boston.
Presented with simple chord charts and a short explanation of the form,
this band of extremely talented musicians managed to come up with
beautiful soundscapes to support my words. One week later on June 25th,
I released the album in Jake Hoag's living room to a small crowd of
friends and family.
I am currently playing shows occasionally around Toronto, mostly in
people's living rooms and backyards, but I plan to expand my horizons
in the near future. Any upcoming shows will be posted here.
The record is on sale at any gig or any time from myself for $10. You can also pick one up in Toronto at Soundscapes (572 College Street) or Linux Caffe (326 Hardbord Street).
lineup
Aaron Comeau Compositions, Vocals, Guitar, Piano, Organ, Mandolin, Banjo
Leland Whitty Tenor Sax, Clarinet
Braden Sauder Lap Steel, Electric Guitar
Gram Whitty Double Bass
Evan Cartwright Drums
Sam Dickinson Electric Guitar (studio)
Jacob Damelin Piano, Electric Piano (studio)
Tom Howell Violin (studio)
Lucas Meilach-Boston Flute (studio)