Supernal
Supernal is an original alternative/rock band based in Calgary. The band is comprised of four members featuring Angela Saini (lead vocals, rhythm guitar) Brent Miller (vocals, bass guitar) Tony Gare (lead guitar) and Jeff Robertson(percussion).
Supernal has been together for almost three years, having being founded while the members were still in high school. In this time, Supernal has composed over 2 1/2 hours of solid original music as well as added some cover songs to their set.
Supernal has been seen and heard at many locations around the Calgary region. The band was recently added to the CJSW 90.9fm Radio station’s library and is in rotation on a number of shows. February 28, 2000 Supernal appeared live on A-channel’s “big breakfast show”. They have been also showcased at the Back Alley, Metro Nightclub, The Embassy, and made it to the ‘Bandwarz’ finals competition at Morgan’s on 17th and at the Unicorn. In May of 1999 the band organized, and performed in, a concert fundraiser for Kosovo refugees; the concert was featured on the Calgary 7 news. Additionally, the band has developed a very strong and loyal following since their formation that is still growing in numbers.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
1996 - Brent, Tony, Angela, and Marigold formed the band "Rale".
1997 - Drummer switch #1, Ryan for Marigold.
1997 - First gig, "Rale plays at High School".
1997 - Drummer switch #2, Ryan for Matt.
1998 - "Rale" changes name to "Plunge"
1998 - Starting giging frequently on on the Calgary scene.
1999 - Plunge appears on Calgary 7 and appeared in an article in the Calgary Hearld.
2000 - Featured on the A-Channel's Big Breakfast Show.
2000 - Supernal begins work on long awaited full length album.
2000 - Matt leaves band
2000 - Drummer switch #3 - Matt for Corey
2000 - Corey records 10/13 tracks on the full lenth CD, Ryan Oakley (Drummer #2) does 2 tracks.
2000 - Drummer switch #4 - Corey for John (Corey goes back to his first love - Supersift)
2000 - Liberals retain majority government; country in turmoil
2001 - "Plunge" changes name to "Supernal"
2001 - Supernal records song "I Know" at The Beach recording studio with Ryan(see drummer #1)doing sound engineering
2001 - Supernal releases first album.
2002 - New permanent drummer Jeff
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
We are really into live shows. Currently the band has been playing shows in the Calgary scene, but we're looking to tour come the spring.
Your musical influences
We are influcenced by a great many artists from Smashing Pumpkins, to Ani DeFranco, Foo Fighters, Hendrix, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
What equipment do you use?
Godin/PRS Guitars, Ibanez Bass,Peavy Bass Amp with Sunn Cabs, Yorkville P/A, Mapex Drums,
Sabian cymbals, Line 6 Guitar amp,
