Relish (band)
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Relish are a rock
band
from Northern Ireland
, composed of brothers Ken (vocals and guitar) and Carl (drums, keyboards and vocals) Papenfus, and Darren Campbell (bass and vocals). They have released three albums: 2001's "Wildflowers" (Platinum -15,000+ Sold), "Karma Calling" (Gold 7,500+ Sold) in 2003 (both of these were on the EMI
Ireland label), and a 2009 Japan-only release, "Three Times".
The band are perhaps best known for the songs "Rainbow Zephyr" and "You I'm Thinking Of", from their debut album, "Wildflowers". The former (a big Irish radio hit in its own right) was covered by Westlife
with slightly changed lyrics and released as a single "Hey Whatever
", while the latter reached #8 in the Irish singles charts and #4 in the UK singles charts.
Relish were fully formed by the mid 1990s when the brothers ran into bass player Darren Campbell. The band signed to EMI in 1998 and immediately caught the attention of famed producer John Leckie (The Stone Roses, Radiohead) who got them into the studio to begin recording.
Fans of the band include Brian May of Queen and Larry Mullen of U2.
As of March 2006, the band had completed recording and were in the final stages of mixing their third album,"Three Times", but had not announced a projected release date. The album was eventually released in Japan in early 2009 by the Japenese label CCRE Entertainment.http://www.ccre.co.jp/menu_music/detail/150
On November 19th 2010 Relish performed their first life gig in five years. It was a charity fund raiser for ex band member Brendan Kelly.
Their new single 'Something To Believe In' is due to be released in 2011.
, California
, Relish was composed of Michele Walker (vocals, guitar), Laurita Guaico (guitar, vocals), Gina Karaba (bass, vocals), and Lynnae Hitchcock (drums, vocals). Performing extensively through Southern California, as well as participating in the Warped Tour
, they released a full-length self-titled CD in 1999 and a 7" single on Volcom Entertainment
before disbanding.
Their music has been described as Black Sabbath
meets Guided by Voices
, featuring heavy guitars and unconventional time signatures.
Michele Walker now performs as a solo artist, Laurita Guaico is currently plays bass for Spare Parts For Broken Hearts and previously was a member of The Randies
, Gina Karaba is a renowned glass sculptor, and until recently, Lynnae Hitchcock was a member of the Human Value.
Rock music
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band
Musical ensemble
A musical ensemble is a group of people who perform instrumental or vocal music. In classical music, trios or quartets either blend the sounds of musical instrument families or group together instruments from the same instrument family, such as string ensembles or wind ensembles...
from Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland is one of the four countries of the United Kingdom. Situated in the north-east of the island of Ireland, it shares a border with the Republic of Ireland to the south and west...
, composed of brothers Ken (vocals and guitar) and Carl (drums, keyboards and vocals) Papenfus, and Darren Campbell (bass and vocals). They have released three albums: 2001's "Wildflowers" (Platinum -15,000+ Sold), "Karma Calling" (Gold 7,500+ Sold) in 2003 (both of these were on the EMI
EMI
The EMI Group, also known as EMI Music or simply EMI, is a multinational music company headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It is the fourth-largest business group and family of record labels in the recording industry and one of the "big four" record companies. EMI Group also has a major...
Ireland label), and a 2009 Japan-only release, "Three Times".
The band are perhaps best known for the songs "Rainbow Zephyr" and "You I'm Thinking Of", from their debut album, "Wildflowers". The former (a big Irish radio hit in its own right) was covered by Westlife
Westlife
Westlife are an Irish boy band established on 3 July 1998. They are to disband in 2012. The group's line-up was Nicky Byrne, Kian Egan, Mark Feehily, Shane Filan, and Brian McFadden . The group are the only act in British and Irish history to have their first seven singles peak at number one...
with slightly changed lyrics and released as a single "Hey Whatever
Hey Whatever
"Hey Whatever" is the debut single from Westlife's fourth studio album, 'Turnaround'. It was released on 15 September 2003 and peaked at #4 on the UK Singles Chart. The song itself is a re-written version of "Rainbow Zephyr", a popular song by Irish Rock Band Relish...
", while the latter reached #8 in the Irish singles charts and #4 in the UK singles charts.
Relish were fully formed by the mid 1990s when the brothers ran into bass player Darren Campbell. The band signed to EMI in 1998 and immediately caught the attention of famed producer John Leckie (The Stone Roses, Radiohead) who got them into the studio to begin recording.
Fans of the band include Brian May of Queen and Larry Mullen of U2.
As of March 2006, the band had completed recording and were in the final stages of mixing their third album,"Three Times", but had not announced a projected release date. The album was eventually released in Japan in early 2009 by the Japenese label CCRE Entertainment.http://www.ccre.co.jp/menu_music/detail/150
On November 19th 2010 Relish performed their first life gig in five years. It was a charity fund raiser for ex band member Brendan Kelly.
Their new single 'Something To Believe In' is due to be released in 2011.
American Band Called Relish
In the 1990s there was an American band called Relish. Originating in FullertonFullerton, California
Fullerton is a city located in northern Orange County, California. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 135,161.It was founded in 1887 by George and Edward Amerige and named for George H. Fullerton, who secured the land on behalf of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway...
, California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
, Relish was composed of Michele Walker (vocals, guitar), Laurita Guaico (guitar, vocals), Gina Karaba (bass, vocals), and Lynnae Hitchcock (drums, vocals). Performing extensively through Southern California, as well as participating in the Warped Tour
Warped Tour
The Warped Tour is a touring music and extreme sports festival. The tour is held in venues such as parking lots or fields upon which the stages and other structures are erected. The BMX/skateboarding shoe manufacturer Vans, among others, has sponsored the tour every year since 1995, and it is...
, they released a full-length self-titled CD in 1999 and a 7" single on Volcom Entertainment
Volcom Entertainment
Volcom Entertainment, officially founded in 1995, in Newport Beach, California, and currently based in Costa Mesa, CA is the brainchild of Volcom founder Richard Woolcott and theLINE's singer/guitarist Ryan Immegart. Ryan being Volcom's first sponsored snowboarder and having a love for music...
before disbanding.
Their music has been described as Black Sabbath
Black Sabbath
Black Sabbath are an English heavy metal band, formed in Aston, Birmingham in 1969 by Ozzy Osbourne , Tony Iommi , Geezer Butler , and Bill Ward . The band has since experienced multiple line-up changes, with Tony Iommi the only constant presence in the band through the years. A total of 22...
meets Guided by Voices
Guided by Voices
Guided by Voices is an American indie rock band originating from Dayton, Ohio. Beginning with the band's formation in 1983, it made frequent personnel changes but always maintained the presence of principal songwriter Robert Pollard...
, featuring heavy guitars and unconventional time signatures.
Michele Walker now performs as a solo artist, Laurita Guaico is currently plays bass for Spare Parts For Broken Hearts and previously was a member of The Randies
The Randies
The Randies are a female-fronted punk rock band from Los Angeles, California. They have been featured in Blender magazine, as well as been selected as the featured artists of the month on Fender's website. The Randies have produced two full-length albums, and also two music videos for songs from...
, Gina Karaba is a renowned glass sculptor, and until recently, Lynnae Hitchcock was a member of the Human Value.