artist The Maykings

From Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, The MayKings proudly release their new album "Seven Years". Formed in 2003 from the ashes of Shady Pines and Tim Balash & the Chrome Magpies, The MayKings combine Alberta roots with North American flavoured indie pop to create their unique sound. Tim Balash, formerly of the pre-spandex era Big House, is a rare breed of songwriter that has the intensity of a punk rock guitarist with the lyricism of TownesVan Zandt. Balash’s signature delivery has been called “waxing poetic like Dylan being chased with whiskey”. Brent Oliver, of the mostly defunct Slow Fresh Oil and the completely defunct Maybellines, simply rips the heart from the listener’s body. After years of hardship and experience, Oliver’s travels come through loud and clear on the band’s debut – “Seven Years”. On "Seven Years", The MayKings equally blend parts Mekons, Bruce Springsteen, The Band and the Replacements. Duncan Turner’s scorching guitar and Marek Tyler’s steady, enigmatic drumming completes what will surely be an album to remember. The Maykings live set is not to be missed. Dawning the sharp suits of blues and country players of old, the band take the audience on a fun, beer soaked journey full of two-steppin’ favourites and rollicking dance numbers. Catch them on their Western tour this fall and winter of 2004.

Tim Balash acoustic gtr, vocals, songs
Duncan Turner guitar
Brent Oliver bass, vocals, songs
Marek Tyler drums