Pimpinella
Pimpinella consists of two people that want to rock. Period. A molotov cocktail of driving guitar riffs, pounding drums and punk rock melodies create the Canadian powerhouse known as Pimpinella! The band was formed in Toronto in the summer of 2000 by guitarist/singer/songwriter Esma. After several unsuccessful band line-ups, Esma finally found drummer Ziggy Sweet and the band decided to remain a two-piece. And it seems to have been the right decision, because every time Pimpinella plays live, people can't help but be intrigued and impressed by the energy and raw power this dynamic duo possesses and puts forth. Pimpinella takes its sound from a variety of influneces. Rooted in old school punk, Pimpinella has been warped and mangled by the sounds of classic rock, metal, new wave and emo-core. They listen to everything: The Clash, Buzzcocks, Stiff Little Fingers, Ramones, Go-Go's, Husker Du, Motley Crue, Thin Lizzy, Girlschool, Iron Maiden, Napalm Death, Downset, Johnny Cash, Buddy Holly, The Beatles, Faith No More, Nirvana, L7, The Donnas...Their sound is their own--you can't really describe them. Pimpinella rocks and that's about it!
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
The band was formed in Toronto in the summer of 2000 by guitarist/singer/songwriter Esma. From 2000 to 2004, Pimpinella went by the name Underwire. After several unsuccessful line-ups, Ziggy joined the band and things finally began to fall into place. A much-needed change was in order, so the band recreated themselves by changing the name to Pimpinella.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
We played for the first time as Pimpinella on June 10th. Of course we like it! Our next gig is January 27/05 at The Cameron House, Queen & Cameron, Toronto.
Your musical influences
Pimpinella is influenced by all kinds of music. We like anything that rocks and is melodic. Our sound is a reflection of our varied musical tastes, and penchant for all things rockin'. Bands that influenced Pimpinella's sound include The Clash, The Go-Go's, The Ramones, Buzzcocks, L7, Blondie, The Beatles, Nirvana, Samiam, Husker Du, Social Distortion, The Distillers and many more!
Anything else?
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