artist Canteen Knockout

Founded in 2003 by multi-instrumentalist Andre Skinner, Canteen Knockout is Toronto's most original alt-country rock band. The title of their first full-length CD, "Navajo Steel", is a glimpse into the vibe of Canteen Knockout: beautifully-crafted yet high-energy music inspired by long journeys along the road less traveled through hot, dry places; and a thirst that can never be fully quenched.

Their passionate and rapidly growing fan base regularly packs Toronto rock clubs such as Silver Dollar, Horseshoe Tavern, and Cadillac Lounge. Now, as one might expect from a band like Canteen Knockout, they are poised to hit the road and make the world their own "alt country". With well-received performances the world over from  Nashville, Tennessee to Berlin, Germany to Halifax, Nova Scotia, it's evidence that the world on a much larger scale is ready to embrace the Canteen Knockout sound.

Would sound great on a mix tape or your ipod with: Wilco, Blue Rodeo, Tom Petty George Thorogood & The Destroyers, United Steel Workers Of Montreal, The Sadies, Blackie & The Rodeo Kings.

Canteen Knockout is

Andre Skinner: lead vocals & rhythm guitar
Alex Maxymiw: pedal steel, lead guitar, backup vocals
Brent Janisse: electric bass
Matt Blackie: drums