07-21-07
GROOVESPEAK CD Release Party!!!
The Jason Raso Trio's new CD titled Groovespeak will be released August 16th, 2007. The release party will be held at Manhattan's Pizza in Guelph. The party starts at 8pm. Reservations are recommended!!
Groovespeak was recorded live at Manhattan's. Groovespeak features five Raso compositions, two live improvisations and a cover version of Stanley Clarke's classic "I Wanna Play For You".
"Words are inadequate to describe the communication between a band and the audience. When a band soaks up the energy of an audience, and the audience grooves on what they hear, the result is magic. On their debut live album, The Jason Raso Trio is busy gettin’ to the makin’ of magic. The trio, absorbing a number of musical influences from jazz masters, to funk trailblazers, to rock gods, has emerged with a sophisticated, funky style. These three individuals Jason Raso, Rob Hannam and Enio DiReto, have banded together, to further a common end, which is ear ecstasy in a perfect groove." - Shelley G. 92.5 The X
TIME PIECES IS NOW AVAILABLE
Jason's new EP Time Pieces is now available exclusively through www.networkpacificrecords.com
Featuring some of Jason's finest playing to date, Time Pieces contains six Raso compositions. The compositions are a result of Jason's recent explorations into odd time signatures. Featuring "The Colbert Bump" and "My Mind Wanders".
UPCOMING GIGS WITH ADRIAN RASO
Jason will be performing some select dates with virtuoso guitarist (and brother) Adrian Raso. Jason will be along side Adrian at this years Ribfest on August 24th. He will also be performing with Adrian at the MIAC Trade Show at the end of August in Toronto. More dates will be posted soon.
04-30-07
Arts Symposium
Jason will be a presenter at the Bishop Macdonell High School Arts Symposium, taking place on Wednesday, May 16th, 2007. The purpose of the symposium is for students to gain a greater understanding of arts related careers.
U.S. Release!!
Jason's debut CD for California based Network Pacific Records will be titled "Timepieces". The CD will feature six Raso compositions. The compositions are a result of Jason's recent explorations into odd time signatures. "Timepieces" also features some of Raso's finest bass playing to date. A new track from "Timepieces" will be posted on
www.myspace.com/jasonrasotrio soon. The CD is due out in August. Stay tuned for more details.
Live Release!!
This summer will also see the release of The Jason Raso Trio's debut album. The Trio recorded their last show at Manhattan's in March. They will also be recording their next Manhattan's show in June. The CD will feature tracks from these two live performances. A special thanks to recording engineer Peter Turpin. Stay tuned for more details.
Come to Manhattan's on Thursday, June 21st and be a part of the new CD!!!
Jason is incredibly excited about both upcoming releases!!!
02-06-07
Jason and Enio are very excited to announce that Rob Hannam has joined the band, replacing Brian Ward. Rob is a fabulous keyboard player who will add a fresh new sound to the band. Rob will make his debut with The Jason Raso Trio on March 29th at Manhattan's (check Showtimes for details). Rob's biography will be added to the website soon.
Jason and Enio would like to thank Brian Ward for all his contributions over the last year and a half. The band wishes Brian all the best in his new endeavors.
01-18-07
Happy New Year!!
The Abominable Christmas Fundraiser was a big success. The CD and live performances raised $3465 for the Children's Wish Foundation. Thank you to everyone who purchased a CD and thank you to everyone who came to one of the shows. A special thank you our sponsors for making this fundraiser possible. Also, Jason would like to pass on his thanks to Anne Boehm from the Children's Wish Foundation for all her assistance during the fundraiser.
Also, stay tuned for a big announcement regarding the band and a new album. We will also be adding some live dates soon.
11-06-06
Guelph's two Staples locations will begin selling An Abominable Christmas on November 13th. Go pick up a copy. It's the perfect stocking stuffer.
Also, dates have been added for live performances at Staples. Check showtimes for details.
09-16-06
Jason, Enio and Brian had a great time at Hillside this weekend. The crowd was fantastic and the Hillside volunteers were very gracious. Jason wishes to thank Sam Baijal for inviting the band to play at this years festival!!
The Guelph Tribune interviewed Jason prior to his Hillside performance. You can read the interview here...
