Vancouver indie-pop band Hey Ocean is coming to the Rockwater Grill and Bar on Friday Nov. 2.
Often described as one of Canada’s best up-and-coming acts, Hey Ocean is a young band with an extraordinary talent for blending various musical styles into a brand of infectious pop that is uniquely their own.
What began as a very casual musical partnership between friends has, in less than four years, morphed into one of Canada’s most successful independent bands.
Made up of Ashleigh Ball (vocals/flute), David Beckingham (vocals/guitar), and Dave Vertesi (vocals/bass), Hey Ocean sets themselves apart from the rest by the spirited character they bring to the stage. Three mischievous personalities combine to form a dynamic live presence that keeps concertgoers captivated and on their feet.
Leaders in the Do It Yourself generation, the band members have worked incessantly at building the groundwork of their career, releasing their sophomore album on their own label, Pop Machine, created with their friends from the Vancouver band Said the Whale. They have released three albums to date.
Their efforts have been recognized by the industry, earning Hey Ocean opening spots with Xavier Rudd and Sarah Harmer.
In 2009 their single A Song About California was featured as a top song on Much More Music, and that same year the band was nominated for a Western Canadian Music Award, and for an Independent Music Award in 2010.
Continuously leaving fans in awe, Hey Ocean combines sheer talent, charismatic songs, and an undeniably energetic live show, making them a must-see band.
To learn more about Hey Ocean, or to hear some of their music, go to www.loveheyocean.com.
