Visions of Venus

Free Boat Rentals

Dan Gooch - Trumpet
Dan Gaucher- Drums
Jim Sexton- Bass
Steve Ward- Trombone

http://www.myspace.com/freeboatrentalsmusic

Steve Ward (Caribou sideman,trombonist) leads this composer-collective of Toronto musicians down an abstract path of sounds, agile textures and above all, groove. The quartet puts focus on expanding influences taken from indie rock circles (drummer Dan Gaucher is famed as a member of Vancouver's Fond Of Tigers), from their work on the three-legged/circus/latin groove of "Big Show" (written by bassist and Don Thompson-pupil Jim Sexton); and especially taking from the character of Toronto's underground jazz venues (as simultaneous residents at the inviting jazz hangout Tequila Bookworm; as well as the improv-focused, creative music loft space Somewhere There). Their debut self-titled CD out in May 2010 is a commitment to the adventure in this evolving sound, and to their unique musical relationships with each other and with the audience.

"The first thing that strikes the listener is the togetherness of this foursome. Relaxed, confident, the quartet let their music unfurl at an unhurried pace, which makes the tunes all the more convincing and captivating"
Exclaim!- Glen Hall
"Free Boat Rentals deliver an accomplished collection of jazz on their self-titled debut including memorable melodies, well-considered solos and a touch of free blowing, the quartet leave few notes unturned."
EYE MAGAZINE

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