Predestination
This is PREDESTINATION. We are a 3 piece but open to all willing musicians in the area (an eclectic band if you will).
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: (keys, guitar, bass, vocals, lyrics, co-arranger)
: (percussion, vocals, lyrics, co-arranger)
: (vocals, lyrics, co-arranger)
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: vocal collaborator ("Pounding")
As of now we've got a few songs recorded as a group. After our first live show on December 23rd, we decided that Ashley should take over lead vocals. Recording has been at a stand-still lately; but that will change very soon.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
We all met in high-school (where we still are). And all have an astounding appreciation of music, writing, theatre, etc. Jacob and Gabrielle played in a former band together and began work "Makeshift Bombshelter" (a song about World War II written by Gabrielle). When it was an amazing success (it and it's remix) the band took it's shape. Ashley was inducted because of her closeness to Jacob and Gabrielle and because of her admirable vocal ability. And Predestination was born!
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
We are working on bringing these intricate songs to life in a live spectrum. Seeking live players (guitar, bass, any additional intruments to enhance the performance). Jake's friend Ray has come onboard as our live bassist.
We've only had one live show in the few months that Predestination has been together. We performed at an open mic night at The Coffee Connection in Mayfair, with a simple four song set list that consisted of "Sweetheart", the live version of "Makeshift Bombshelter", a new song which features Ashley by herself "Between Red And Green", and our cover of the Guster song "Say That To My Face".
Your musical influences
We all come from very different musical backrounds. Gabrielle and Ashley are very familiar with theatre and Jacob is into lots of classical sounding performers. Here's everyone's vague breakdown on influences:
Jacob: Bjork, The Smashing Pumpkins, Sigur Ros, Rufus Wainwright
Gabrielle: Guster, Silverchair, Gruvis Malt, Damien Rice
Ashley: Jason Mraz, The Cure
What equipment do you use?
Equipment is minimal at the moment...heh. The vastly unheard of Baby Gorilla amp is the showcase i suppose. Like previously mentioned, we have yet to perform live.
Anything else?
ENJOY!! We are pleased to share with you our love.
