The core members of the band Mr. Goshness focus on creating intellectually written lyrics that highlight the calibre of the vocalists.
Kaliandra Capri, lead vocalist, and Mark Tardif, vocalist and guitarist, are the main members of the band and are both from Nanaimo. The other musicians are continually changing.
“Mark is the head honcho of the writing for all the music,” said Capri. “He basically builds the skeleton of the song. He writes the lyrics and basics of what he wants to hear from all the other instruments.”
Although Mr. Goshness doesn’t have a steady keyboard, bass or drum player, Capri said it allows the two to work with some talented musicians and create new collaborative music.
“It can be a challenge, but it can also be fun,” said Capri. “It definitely keeps the live performances fresh …”
Mr. Goshness created it first full-length album A Guide To All Things Twisted in 2014. The band is currently creating a new album and Paul Gogo is working as keyboardist for the project.
“He’s a great guy in general and just a fantastic musician,” said Capri.
Capri said the release date hasn’t been determined yet. But before the album’s release the band will create an independent single separate from the album. Capri said it will be based on the book about her grandfather, former Nanaimo Mayor Frank Ney.
“It will be tasty,” she said.
When the band performs, Capri said the members try to create an entertaining show.
Mr. Goshness performs with special guests Isobel Trigger and Rend at Tiger Mountain Music, located at 7221 Lantzville Rd., on Friday (April 8). Capri said at first the band didn’t intend to be a theatrical type of group, but now it’s part of the act.
The upcoming show will feature a ballerina dancing during one song. The band members will co-ordinate their outfits. In the past, the band has used videos, light shows and bubbles during the performance.
For the Lantzville show Rob Wilkinson will be on keyboard, Dan Montgomery on bass and Spencer Bowman on drums. Doors for the show open at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be reserved in advance by calling 250-618-7948 or are available at the door.
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