--------------- Apr 12-07 ---------------
Brothers In Stereo are reforming for a weekend of shows, Fri.-Sat. April 20-21, at the newest, hottest George St. live venue: The Dock. (It's in the old O'Reilly's building.) The last full-band show the boys did around these parts was opening for Our Lady Peace in Mt. Pearl, September 2005 so this is a weekend not to be missed.
April 20th is also the first Friday after exams, so The Dock will be THE spot to be.
--------------- Dec 11-06 ---------------
Your last chance to see Brothers in Stereo in 2006! The boys will be playing an unplugged acoustic set at The Fat Cat on Friday, December 21st. Tickets are $5 and available at the door. Don't miss out on this rare treat.
--------------- Apr 18-06 ---------------
Brothers in Stereo's debut CD is now available @ www.notlame.com, a great site featuring many power pop bands from all over the world. BIS are enjoying a raft of attention from new fans south of the border. BIS would like to thank Bruce Brodeen at NotLame for doing such a great job making BIS available to music lovers in the USA and beyond. Check out the site, do a search for Brothers in Stereo and see what NotLame are saying about the Brothers.
BIS will be performing a special concert @ Botwood Collegiate on Friday, May 26th from 7 - 9pm in the high school gym. Tickets are available at the high school, and according to organizers they're going fast. BIS is looking forward to putting on a great rock and roll show for the students of Botwood!
--------------- Jan 21-06 ---------------
Happy New Year everyone. The brothers are currently writing for a new album that has of yet no release date. Check back soon for more information.
--------------- Oct 20-05 ---------------
Chris and Andrew will be playing a couple of acoustic shows across the island this weekend. Friday night sees them in Corner Brook at Whelan's Gate. Saturday night is Kelly's Pub where they'll share the stage with Barry Canning. If you're in the area, come on down.
--------------- Sep 20-05 ---------------
This upcoming week, Chris will be taking part in Songwriters on Tour. Four of Newfoundland and Labrador's best songwriters will perform "in the round" at shows across the province. Featuring Barry Canning, Chris LeDrew, Paul Lamb and Glenn Simmons, these shows will let music lovers see and hear the writers up close and personal, a chance to hear the stories behind the songs. Check out http://www.ozfm.com/ for more details.
--------------- Sep 19-05 ---------------
"BIS got the call yesterday afteroon to open for Our Lady Peace in Mount Pearl after K-OS were a no-show. This concert turned out to be the biggest and best yet for BIS, with over 10,000 people in attendance. Lighters were burning for "Your Voice", and the crowd were singing along with the band on all the familiar radio songs. The audience were pretty primed up for OLP by the time BIS was finished with them.
Chris: "We were thrilled to play for our hometown audience again. A last-minute call turned out to be a screamin' show, and our largest audience to date. What a laugh we had! Our old pal Jon LeDrew rejoined the band on lead guitar, and I played bass. Andrew went electric, and we all made some serious noise. We had no time to worry about the size of the show, so we were really laid-back and able to enjoy it completely."
In other news, Chris is going to be acting in a movie (being filmed in St. John's) as a jazz guitarist. He is shooting his scenes in early October. "I always wanted to be in a movie. I've done some theatre acting in the past, but never acted in front of the camera. It's a non-speaking role as part of a band, but it should be a great experience. There are some very talented people involved, and it's a big production. I'm looking forward to it very much."
In mid-Oct Andrew will be releasing his debut solo album. Look for it at Freds and Music world around town. the 12 track album will be entitled Ladies Lookout. Andrew's website should be up and running by then. Look for it to be at andrewledrew.com
--------------- July 20-05 ---------------
"The shows in GFW were great! Playing with the Stampeders at the stadium Friday night was a true lesson in rock and roll......they are the ultimate professionals. After 35 years, they still have a fire for it - pretty inspiring. And the Salmon fesival concert - what can I say? We had a ball playing on that big stage. We were very happy with our performance, and our big brother Ron joining us on harmonica was a blast. BIS loves Grand Falls-Windsor. We're treated very well in that town, and really appreciate it. We hope this Friday at Club One is a continuation of the good times we're having so far this summer."
- Chris
"Salmon fest went great. Despite the weather, everyone had a good time. The
hip as usual were amazing. The Mount Peyton lounge became a jam session with
myself, Barry and Mike Davis. The stereo in the bar was shut off and the
songs started. Both Finger Eleven and the hip were in a backed bar for an
unexpected jam that lasted 2 hours. My acoustic took a beating that night. Great times."
- Andrew
--------------- July 14-05 ---------------
We're all geared up and ready to hit the road for Salmon Festival this weekend. A new show has been added for Friday night as well at the Joe Byrne Memorial Stadium. Check out the tour page for more details.
--------------- July 1-05 ---------------
Happy Canada Day everyone! We've got a new batch of questions up on the Q&A page for you to check out. BIS are laying low this weekend but there are still a few shows to check out. The 8-Track Favourites are opening for the Oak Ridge Boys at Mile One tonight and then playing the weekend at Club One while Andrew & Barry are down at Erin's Pub with Mike Hanrahan. Be sure to check it all out!
--------------- Jun 24-05 ---------------
Gig update: Due to concerns about the weather Jason Greeley's CD release party in Kelly Park scheduled for this Sunday has been cancelled. BIS were booked to play at the outdoor party. The next show for the band will be at the Seabird Theatre Festival in Lumsden, NL. Check the gig page for details.
We've added a new section to our website. Check out the brand new Q&A page.
--------------- May 9-05 ---------------
BIS are swiftly booking up their summer.They just landed a spot on the Salmon Festival in Grand-Falls-Windsor July 16th with Tragically Hip and others. Check the live dates often to see the growing list of summer dates.
--------------- Mar 4-05 ---------------
With Canadian Music Week upon us, Andrew is headed to Toronto. He's taking 'Little Hitchhiker' to the National Songwriting Competition finals. Chris, meanwhile will be spending most of this weekend at the Delta playing with Larry Foley, Barry Canning and the 8-Track Favourites. Check out the gig page for details.
--------------- Feb 22-05 ---------------
We have a new member of the BIS family we'd like to introduce to you! At 1:15am on February 22nd Maxwell Cyril LeDrew made his grand entrance. Mom, baby and proud dad Chris are all doing well, though tired.
--------------- Feb 21-05 ---------------
"Friday's show was a lot of fun. The crowd was great and the band was tight ..... we used in - ear monitors for the first time as a band, and we all noticed that it made the harmonies a lot tighter. I think our hats made the harmonies tighter as well...ha-ha." - Chris
Check out the photos section for pics of the show taken by Melissa Hogan.
--------------- Jan 14-05 ---------------
The decision is in and Chris and Andrew LeDrew have been named the winner of the regional portion of the 12th annual National Songwriting competition. The brothers won with their song "Little Hitchhiker". Tune into K-Rock to hear the song. Chris and Andrew will now be going to Toronto in March to compete for the national title. The Grand prize winner will be announced on Saturday March 5th, 2005 at Canadian Music Week.
--------------- Jan 4-05 ---------------
New tour dates announced. Check out the gigs page for more info but the first up is this Saturday with Bob Egan from Blue Rodeo at Grafenberg's. Show starts at 10pm and tickets are $20.
--------------- Dec 16-04 ---------------
Great news! Brothers in Stereo have been nominated for Group of the Year at the 2005 East Coast Music Awards.
The ECMA conference will take place in Sydney, Nova Scotia from Thursday Feb. 17 – Sunday Feb. 20, 2005. The televised awards show will air on CBC Television on Feb. 20 at 8pm (8:30 NT).
--------------- Dec 5-04 ---------------
BIS hits the road for two special unplugged shows in Corner Brook and Grand Falls-Windsor this upcoming weekend. Check out the gigs page for more details.
--------------- Nov 27-04 ---------------
Come celebrate the Christmas season with Brothers in Stereo, The 8-Track Favourites and Shanneyganock at the Delta St. John's ballroom on December 27th. Tickets are on sale now and available at the Mile One box office. Show is restricted to 19+.
--------------- Sept 27-04 ---------------
Brothers in Stereo will soon be taking the stage in St. John's again. October 15th will see a rockin' show at Club One featuring the double headliners of BIS and The Novaks, with special guest Jill Porter. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door. The music kicks off at 10:30pm.
--------------- Sept 6-04 ---------------
Brothers in Stereo will soon be playing a couple of shows in New Brunswick in a lead up to the 24th annual Atlantic Film Festival. For the third time, the PS Atlantic Showcase, September 21, at 9:30 PM, will bring together the rising stars of East Coast music at the Marquee Club to cap off an evening of PS Atlantic Shorts – this year, featuring Nathan Wiley with special guests In-Flight Safety and Brothers in Stereo.
--------------- July 23-04 ---------------
Just back from a successful spin around Ontario, BIS is headed back to the mainland again this summer. Check out the gigs page for details on the shows in New Brunswick and Halifax.
The band has also recently spent some time in the studio recording demos for their next album. Keep an eye on the website for more news on the new album.
--------------- June 10-04 ---------------
In support of a great music supporter, the music community is raising money for Krista Rudofsky's important surgery in the U.S. Please attend and repay Krista for all of her hard work in promoting this province's musicians.
Krista Rudofsky Benefit, Majestic Theatre: Friday June 18th 9:30pm Tickets $10
--------------- May 11-04 ---------------
BIS will be performing at the Molson Amphitheatre with Great Big Sea on Saturday, July 3rd in Toronto, Ontario. Ticket pre-sale through Ticket Master is from May 10 10am to May 12 5pm. Public sale starts on the 13th.
--------------- Apr 3-04 ---------------
Brothers in Stereo will be doing a show in St. John's with Joel Plaskett at the end of May. Check out the tour dates page for more details.
--------------- Jan 31-04 ---------------
BIS will be very busy during the 2004 ECMAs:
Showcase Thursday, Feb.12th @ Mickey Quinns in the Delta, 4:30pm.
Club One w/ Joel Plaskett, Jenny Gear, The Trews & others, Friday, Feb.13th @ 11:00pm.
Feature performance, Mickey Quinns Saturday, Feb.14th @ 9:30 - midnight.
Pre-show performance @ Awards show Gala, Sunday, Feb. 15th, Mile One stadium.
Post-gala party @ Delta, 11:00pm
Ontario tour was a success, with many industry people and musicians attending all shows. Return invitations all around. BIS is planning a second Ont. tour around their showcase @ Canadian Music week, Toronto, March 3-6th.
--------------- Jan 19-04 ---------------
• the Belleville show has moved to Saturday, Jan. 24th
• BIS appearing on Canada AM Wednesday, Jan. 21st
• BIS Interview, concert footage and video on Muchmusic's Going Coastal Sunday, Jan. 18th
--------------- Dec 11-03 ---------------
BIS has garnered 2 nominations for the 2004 East Coast Music Awards, to be held in St. John's on Feb.12-15. The categories are Best New Artist and Pop/Rock. They are also scheduled to showcase at the prestigious Sneak Peek/ Rising Star concerts held during the weekend.
Stay tuned for dates for the BIS Canadian Tour!!
--------------- Nov 25-03 ---------------
BIS have been chosen to showcase at the Sneak Peek/Rising Stars stage at this year's ECMA's, to be held in St. John's, Newfoundland. Stay tuned for more news on BIS's profile at the 2004 ECMA's.
--------------- Nov 12-03 ---------------
BIS have won the 2003 CBC Galaxie Rising Star Award at this year's MIA awards show in Rocky Harbur, NL. It comes with a $5,000 check which will be immediately put towards national promotion and publicity. BIS would like to thank CBC and the MIA for all their support this year.
--------------- Nov 2-03 ---------------
BIS is nominated for three MIANL Awards, held this year in Rocky Harbour, Nov. 7-9th. They are up for best New Artist, Pop/Rock, and Album of the Year. They will also perform at the show and other events during the weekend.
The boys are also planning a video release party and concert at Club One in St. John's for Saturday, November 15th. Special guests TBA. They are happy to announce that they have recieved funding from Videofact to assist in the cost of the video.
--------------- Sept 23-03 ---------------
B.I.S. have signed a national distribution deal with MapleNationWide, a sub-label of the very successful Maple Music Recordings, home of Sam Roberts, 54-40, Gord Downie, and many others. Affiliated with and distributed by Universal Records, this deal will put B.I.S. in stores across the country by late October.
--------------- Sept 22-03 ---------------
The boys shot their video for "The Worst Crowd" last weekend in St. John's, and the shoot was a huge success. It should be ready for television by mid-October.
Brothers In Stereo will be on tour with our friends CRUSH . Check the gigs section for dates and venues.
--------------- Aug 27-03 ---------------
The Brothers are preparing to shoot their first video in support of their debut CD. It will be for "Worst Crowd". Shooting is scheduled for mid-September in St. John's with Wavelight Productions.