Max Fiasco
NEWS   Max Fiasco was formed in 1991, and emerged as a solid unit with energy packed shows. Max Fiasco played regularly at entertainment establishments across the Maritimes until 2002. They combined melodic songwriting with strong hooks with musical showmanship. Currently they are re-issuing re-recorded releases of their debut album "Catch 22" and the follow up "Max Fiasco".

Max Fiasco were featured on "Halifax Plugged In 3", a compilation CD featuring east coast bands. Their singles "After the Rain" & "Sweet Pain" both received air play on Q104, and the band did a spot on Muchmusic that year. In April 2007 their single "Chain Reaction" was featured as Track of the Day on GarageBand.com.

Most recently Jonathan Guy, Rock Johnson & Dayne Michael have formed a new unit, "From All Sides".
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Max Fiasco was formed in 1991, and emerged as a solid unit with energy packed shows. Max Fiasco played regularly at entertainment establishments across the Maritimes until 2002. They combined melodic songwriting with strong hooks with musical showmanship. Currently they are re-issuing re-recorded releases of their debut album "Catch 22" and the follow up "Max Fiasco".

Max Fiasco were featured on "Halifax Plugged In 3", a compilation CD featuring east coast bands. Their singles "After the Rain" & "Sweet Pain" both received air play on Q104, and the band did a spot on Muchmusic that year. In April 2007 their single "Chain Reaction" was featured as Track of the Day on GarageBand.com.

Most recently Jonathan Guy, Rock Johnson & Dayne Michael have formed a new unit, "From All Sides".
Why this name?
Late nights thinking about the Bay Of Pigs Fiasco & Early mornings staring at a Max cup!
Do you play live?
We used to, a lot!!
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
It forces bands to get out and play shows again, bring it to the fans and they will love you!
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
For sure, given the right opportunity. Though there are many more financially viable options now... the world is a global market now.
Band History:
Max Fiasco started playing together in 1991. Through various band names and member changes, they emerged as a solid unit with an energy packed show. They won several battle's of the bands and talent contests as high schoolers and evolved into the realm of Live gigs & studio work. Max Fiasco is featuredon Halifax Plugged In 3, a compilation CD featuring ten very talented east coast bands.


Members:
Rock Johnson - Guitar/Vocals
Jeff Babineau - Bass/Backing Vocals
Jonathan Guy - Lead Vocals
Trent Atkinson - Drums
Dayne Lunn - Guitar/Vocals
Craig Halliday - Drums/Vocals
Joel Ross - Drums/Backing Vocals
Brian Babineau - Drums
Brian Johnson - Vocals (1992)

Past Band Names:
Teaser (1991-1993)
Motherless Cupcake (1993)
Parasite (1993)
Wish (1993 - 1994)
Catch 22 (1994 - 2001)
Max Fiasco (2001 - Eternity)
Your influences?
Kiss, Richie Kotzen, Metallica, Guns & Roses, Stone Temple Pilots... There are really so many
Favorite spot?
Anywhere in Nova Scotia, everywhere we go, it feels like home!
Equipment used:
I have every piece of gear since I started playing in 1991.
Anything else...?
We love feedback on my songs feel free to send along your comments!
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