Easy 13 - Biography At first glance it would be noted that Cape Breton is a hot bed for Traditional and more recently Indie Rock music. However, Easy 13 has departed somewhat from both genres and has come up with their own unique Pop Rock sound. With influences that range from 80's pop, U2, Matchbox 20 and Three Doors Down, Easy 13 can take their listener on a melodic journey, or toe tapping frenzy. With a firm grip on the direction of their music, Alton MacKinnon and Chad Bennet have spent the better part of the last four years creating music that is tailored for radio. With the release of their latest CD Overflow, Easy13 has in fact made waves in radio securing air play throughout Eastern Canada . Overflow was recorded and produced by Alton and Chad at Key Demo Studio and was mixed and mastered at Soundpark Studios by award winning engineer Jamie Foulds. "I was very impressed by the Easy 13 project from the moment it landed at my studio . Strong writing with great pop instincts. This album is definitely going to attract some attention!" (Jamie Foulds , Soundpark Studios) The first single from Overflow, “Threw Me Away” reached #1 on the East Coast Countdown and was #85 of the top 100 on K94 FM Radio. Their second single, “How to Kiss” reached #2 on the East Coast Countdown, #1 on K94 FM Radio’s top 9@ 9 and #7 on the hot 30 countdown. Their latest release, “ Without a Trace” which features Jamie Foulds on keyboards debuted as a pick hit on K94 FM Radio’s hot 30 and currently sits at #7 on the East Coast Countdown. "Easy 13 have hit the scene running. Great writing, sweet harmonies and tight musicianship give the band what they need to be players in our great music scene. They already have a hit on the countdown and I look forward to many more!" (Jack Bonaparte, East Coast Countdown) Easy 13 has also been recognized for their songwriting abilities “Alton and Chad continue to impress me with their song writing and arrangements. They grow with every song they write. This record is a strong first effort from Easy 13.” (Bruce Guthro) In fact both: “How To Kiss” and “Threw Me Away “ advanced to the second round of judging in the rock Category at the 2005 International Songwriting Competition in Nashville TN . The songs were chosen from over 15,000 entries from around the world! Easy13 continue to work their live show which proves to be intimate, interactive and most of all fun . The guys take it to the people their way, with and acoustic based show that combines their need to have a laugh along with their appreciation of music. Their live show and studio work has recently been featured on Eeastlink Television. “Another Cape Breton band that is sure to rise up in this business. " (Barry MacKinnon, XFM Antigonish)