Bands
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Headliners
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PROTEST THE HERO Protest The Hero are making their mark on the hard rock, hardcore, heavy metal and post-whatever scenes, thanks to the progressive, metallic, and so-far-left-of-centerthat-it-hangs-out-at-dangerously-close-to-the-warning-track music on their last album, Fortress. One of Canada's most fiercely independent acts! check out this bloody good tune!. |
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THE PLANET SMASHERS These Canadian ska legends are back at it! Montreal's 'The Planet Smashers' are once again playing shows. After years of touring the globe with loads of Canadian, American, European and Asian tours under their belts the smashers will be bringing their over the top show to KOI Music Festival. These guys are the definition of indie with lead singer Matt Coyler running the bands label Stomp Records. Check out this classic video. |
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THE NEW CITIES Another great Montreal band that will be bringing the party is The New Cities. This Juno nominated band puts on a killer show that will have you dancing from start to finish. Look out for the new album and the new single that is burning up the airways. Keep your eyes peeled for a new video on Much Music. . |
Supporting Artists
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DEAD AND DIVINE With two EP's and 2 full length's under their belts Dead and Divine come out swinging with their latest release 'Antimcay'. Hard hitting and melodic, anyone who has seen this band understands the buzz around them. One of Canada's finest independent bands. Neon Jesus video . |
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SCRATCH (from The Roots) World renowned for his work with The Roots, Scratch has been making an even bigger name for himself with his beat box skills. You won’t want to miss Scratch perform at KOI! |
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KINGDOMS Where do you start with these guys? They blew up, they broke up, now they’re getting back up on stage to reunite for one show... KOI Music Fest 2011! We've been bugging these guys to get back together for years... we can't describe how stoked we are that they are getting back together for KOI 2011. Let's hope this becomes a permanent thing. |
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THE MOST SERENE REPUBLIC You've heard there tunes on the radio and you've seen the videos, now come watch where it all started... the live show! . |
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KEYS AND KRATES Often refered to as "The Ultimate Live-Remixing Experience" Keys and Krates combines live instrumentation, turntables and sampling mashing together remixes on the spot. Truly a one of a kind group! |
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KAY KAY has been catching everyones eye and ear by collaborating with major artists like Tiesto, but here own single "My Name Is KAY" has been burning up the air waves. Catch KAY on the mainstage. . |
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THE REAL MCKENZIES The Real McKenzies don kilts and bagpipes to celebrate their Scottish heritage while blasting out rock, punk, and folk with a splash of whiskey and the odd Scottish traditional as a garnish. These guys have been touring the globe for over 18 years and have 8 records to prove their status as Celtic-Punk greats. Do yourself a favour and be sure to check these guys out! |
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THREAT SIGNAL Threat Signal has released two studio albums and have toured with bands such as Mnemic, Soilwork, Epica, and Darkest Hour. A new record is expected in 2011 so expect to hear some new tunes when they play KOI Music Festival. |
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D-SISIVE Best known for his Juno Award-nominated EP The Book, his hit single "Nobody With A Notepad" (for which D-Sisive and collaborator Muneshine won SOCAN's fourth annual ECHO Songwriting Prize) and his 2009 Polaris Music Prize-nominated album Let the Children Die (which was launched by the success of "Nobody With A Notepad"). |
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BRIGHTER BRIGHTEST Incredible song writing is at the center of this band. Brighter Brightest caught the eye of MUCH MUSIC and are now being featured on the hit TV series 'Discovered'. Pick up a copy of the new record "Right For Me" and you'll understand all the buzz around this band! |
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STREET PHARMACY |
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BARE BONES |
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FAREWELL TO FREEWAY |
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HOMETOWN BEATDOWN |
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STRAY FROM THE PATH |
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BLIND WITNESS |
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VANNA |
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LIFERUINER |
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AFFIANCE |
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MONSTER TRUCK |
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COUNTERPARTS |
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LIGEIA |
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LIFESTORY MONOLOGUE |
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