How it all started...

Every day was a race for us, when EPIC MARBLE PROJECT first came to being, back in the summer of 2008.
It all began from a little conversation on MSN Messenger, while Jeremy and I were discussing the Moo-ve Reunion show.
Ever since I had met Jeremy, I was fascinated by his event hosting skills.
He was not only very coordinated, but he also focused on little details that were necessary in making the shows a success.

At that time, I was the president of a club in Simon Fraser University, but I felt that there were a lot of things I could learn from him.
I felt that the direction he was heading was very similar to mine, and that working with him would be very inspirational.
As a matter of fact, it was.
At our second discussion over dinner, we formulated a plot to host a rock festival here in Vancouver.
This is also the time Jeremy suggested making an event organization team, which is the EPIC MARBLE PROJECT we have here today, and the recruitment of Kaila from LOCUS.

After the three of us got together, we were able to meet and recruit exceptional talents including Gigi, Kaz, Cynthia, Sammy, Dennis, Robin, Horace, Dale, Alex and many others who have supported us.
It's surprising how time passes by so quickly as a year has already passed, and we are working towards our seventh event next year....
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you, and to assure you that our goal is not far. Thanks!

DAIZO

Hitting downtown on a night of all that jazz^^

Imagine on a cozy not too cold, barely rainy Tuesday night, hanging out with friends in Downtown Vancouver Denman street, having a casual dinner at the very modern yet vintage "Legendary Noodles", and then attended a 8:30pm Jazz and casual plug in night at the hip and chic "Central Bistro", drinking martinis and largers and spending the night being at ease . And that was exactly what Jason and I did this Tues, and had tons of fun. Tons :) Who said entertainment has to wait until the weekends ^^

Where:

Central Bistro on Denman Street

Who:

The talented Tara C Taylor, the sweetheart Kacie Wallace, the rocker Hazen Rice, the glamour diva Matthew Presidente & Special Guest, the hearttrob Matthew Mai

What:

Every Tuesday night Ms. Tara C Taylor and her beautiful musician friends Matthew Presidente, Kacie Wallace and Hazen Rice performs both covers and original songs to audiences at Centro Bistro. For more info: http://www.facebook.com/#/group.php?gid=198294909776&ref=mf

KAILA

It Might Get Loud

A documentary closed-up on three guitar virtuosos from three different bands, three different generations, with three different sounds is the catch of the movie - It Might Get Loud.
Featuring guitarists: The Edge, Jack White and Jimmy Page, the movie rolls on with talk sessions, footages of their past, and close-ups on how they developed their sound and why they sound the way they do today.

The concept really appealed to me. As soon as I watched the trailer, I had this urge to see it, so I took some "precious" time off working on my compositions (it's not an excuse! believe me!) and rushing to the nearest theatre. As I was waiting, my anticipation and adrenaline level was elevating like a thermometer dropped in magma, but I tried to keep it cool as the clock ticked away. However, even though it was past showtime, the theatre lights were still low, and the doors were locked shut. A lady behind me lost her patience and called the phone number on the door of the theatre and after several rings, a man (probably the owner) finally picked up.
My mouth gaped wide open when I heard the lady tell us that the reason for the owner's absence was.... well..... because he was caught in traffic.....
Very "rock star"... that's all I can say.

Anyway, the movie was spectacular. It didn't have that dull, geeky feel that some documentaries have (not that I'm against documentaries or anything) because it was easy to understand for those who weren't familiar with their music and it wasn't a collection of old footage. It was also very delightful how they had mini-sessions, because it's not something that happens very often, and it's very unlikely that it will happen again. I was amazed that their sounds didn't clash despite their differences in characteristics, and instead, blended in beautifully. Moreover, it was great when they talked of pedals because that's one of my biggest fascinations =)

The conversations amongst the three were very inspiring; they talked of their philosophies and how they felt about being an artist. Personally, I felt that their comment about "having the music lead themselves" was really interesting. It never really occurred to me to have the compositions compose on their own. This really helped me with my composition.
Thank god. Urr... guitar god.

Ultimately, what I got from this movie was that success is not really the goal of music, but more of a checkpoint. Jimmy Page, Jack White and The Edge were all very hungry about their music and they were really ambitious about developing their sound. It really made sense to me why they continue to play music despite their successes and why they continue to be successful. It's simple.
It's because they're always eager to make something new and not just more cash for their pockets.

It was also very nice to see Jimmy Page. He's STILL really cool.

DAIZO

First Post!

It's great to hear local talents being active in the music scene, and it's certainly my honor to be able to introduce them.

Epic Marble Blog is a journal written by members of Epic Marble Project, which will feature interviews with artists, review discs/lives, and inform on the latest news in the scene.... as well as reviewing favorite restaurants (we all like food), talking about our favorite movies, and writing about funky occurrences in our daily lives....
In other words, it's a blog XD

Anyways, I would like to start our first entry by introducing a sensational pop/electronic band that has been one of the leading bands in the Vancouver music scene - Locus! With their fresh new maxi-single, Shine, the band unveils their new direction by producing the CD entirely by themselves. All tracks are written, recorded and mastered by the band alone, showing their exceptional talents as creators, and not just performers.

The feature track, Shooting Star, is a dramatic and warm ballad that blends the beautiful acoustic sound of the piano and guitar, with the cool and engulfing electronic sound of the keyboard.
Packaged with everything that is Locus, the single is a delightful reward for hardcore fans, and a great sampler for those who have yet to hear their music.
Simply put, Shine is another classic from Locus that cannot be missed.

DAIZO


LOCUS - SHINE
Release Date: November 14, 2009

1. 冰園
2. 流星 (Single Edit)
3. Shine (Mind Over Rapture Remix)
4. 向日葵 (Sunflower)
5. Amber Rain

http://locus.anniegroup.com

Order your copies from locus@anniegroup.com or download from http://www.nimbitmusic.com/locus