Eat Here Now Entertainment!

This weekend our big festival arrives,  and we’ve got some amazing music to keep us company throughout the day – just look what we have in store for you!

11am-Noon :: SILVA SOUND ::.
4 piece dub rock | Saltspring Islandwww.reverbnation.com/silvasound | www.myspace.com/silvavotum
Deep in the desert a sound was forged, rhythms emerged and chants were heard.   Musical brothers, Chris Holmes and Jesse Cullen were at the beginning of a 10 year journey which led them to the coast of B.C. where they formed Silva.  They merged the fire of the interior with the water of the coast creating a unique sound inspired by Gaia in all her forms.  Deep, sometimes dark, dub style songs are enriched with pagan folklore, elven rock, rightous reggae and even a country twang.  Electronic beats combined with powerful vocals, bluesy guitar and big bass carry the message of honoring the Earth and living together as a people.  Their stage presence has been described as mystical and enchanting.  The audience is often carried away, entranced and always dancing.  Let yourself be immersed in Silva Sound!  A truly sublime experience.

Noon-1pm :: WONTANARA ::.
West African Drum & Dance | http://www.wontanaradrumdance.ca/
Wontanara Drum & Dance, led by Master dancer and choreographer Mohamed Andre Duranteau, is a performance troupe and school based out of Victoria, BC, that specializes in sharing and teaching traditional dances, rhythms and songs mainly originating from Guinea, West Africa.  Wontanara, which means “We are United” or “Come Together” in the Susu language of Guinea is a true definition of the spirit of West African Drum & Dance culture and the driving force that makes Wontanara an unforgettable experience! Whatever the occasion, Wontanara Drum & Dance offers a true experience in authentic African performing arts and music and will take you on an envigorating journey through the traditional rhythms and dances of Guinea, West Africa.

1-1:30PM :: THE GREAT GIFFONI ::.
https://www.facebook.com/thegreatgiffoni | http://accordionspieler.blogspot.com
Expect the unexpected with a unique demonstration of classical magic by The Great Giffoni. This magic show is guaranteed to be funny, mystifying and authentic, even if you have seen it before. The Great Giffoni has created positive experiences as a magician across Canada, in schools, libraries and agricultural fairs for over a decade, and would like to include your event on this year’s calendar. Prospective patrons may observe that The Great Giffoni will only use his marvellous abilities for the purposes of good. The Great Giffoni’s magic show will be musically accompanied by Natasha Enquist, along with special appearances by some animal friends. The magician loves animals, and he promises to offend neither man nor beast in this respect. He also eats his vegetables and suggests by example, his audiences do the same.

1:30-2:15pm  OLIVER SWAIN & FRIENDS ::.
http://oliverswainmusic.com | Hailing from Victoria, BC, nearly the farthest west (or left) one can be, Oliver Swain is Canada’s quintessential folk and traditional musician. He eats, sleeps and breathes music, and his prolific career evidences this in many ways. With his pure, finely tuned vocals that have an astonishing range, and his undeniable skill behind a banjo or upright bass, Oliver grabs the attention of all who hear him, and holds it with his enormous sound and stature. From the most vulnerable and innocent sounding banjo ditties to the brave and imposing bowed bass, Oliver delivers his own brand of alternative folk and traditional music to the masses with a smile and a twinkle in his eye.

2:15-2:30pm :: SPEAKERS ::.

2:30-3pm :: MASALA ::.
http://www.masalaband.comFrom the streets of Victoria, Masala came together as a diverse source of musical energy, accompanying demonstrations and lighting up Victoria and Vancouver community festivals with rhythms from around the world, from Samba to Haitian and African grooves. The band started as an ad hoc group of percussionists from a wide range of musical inspirations who came together to accompany political demonstrations and marches. Since that time, Masala has evolved rapidly into a focused and professional band that infuses local events and festivals with a dynamic rhythm experience. The music of Masala is inspired by traditional rhythms from West Africa, Haiti, Cuba, Brazil, and the Middle East. Masala’s goal is to use music to bring people together in celebration of community and common cultural values.

3-4pm :: THE KLAXON ::.
High energy latin & ska grooves | Columbia
The Klaxon was officially founded in 2000, with a mix of ska and reggae, and nuances of different genres such as bolero, cumbia, Murga, Latin rock, salsa & others. The Klaxon has been nominated for best ska band in the Shock awards, has participated in multiple major international festivals, and has been included in 2 CD compilations. Later, “La Klaxoneta por Sur America” tour took them to Ecuador, Peru, Chile and Argentina, with nearly 40 shows and sharing stage with some of the biggest names in South America. Now, 2011 arrives and The Klaxon are ambushing Canada! They played in the Victoria Ska Fest this year and began a Canada-wide tour – next stop? Eat Here Now!