The Fraser Melvin Band
Photo by Max Power.
Led by accomplished frontman Fraser Melvin (Guitar & Vocals), this remarkable 4-piece band performs a mixture of Blues, Roots, and R&B. Formed in 2008, the Fraser Melvin Band rounded out their lineup when Alex Furlott (Bass) and Fraser met Jonathan Hyde (Drums) and Andrew Moljgun (Saxes & Tambourine) in college. This tight group quickly earned its popularity with crowds across Ontario and Quebec with their energetic live performances and musicianship displayed through a diversified repertoire of tunes. From their countryfied covers of Jimi Hendrix, to their funk interpretations of Bob Dylan, to their own soulful originals, the FMB draws on a wide variety of influences throughout their set. The quartet has performed at numerous festivals including the Kitchener Blues Festival, the Toronto Jazz Festival, and the Norfolk ’N’ Blues Festival. In 2012 they competed in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee. With a lead singer that sounds 30 years his senior, a honkin’ sax man, and a rhythm section that grooves, the exciting and entertaining Fraser Melvin Band will get you out of your seat, shaking a hip, and singing along.
The Fraser Melvin Band has performed at countless venues across Ontario and Quebec including Gate 403, The Orbit Room, The Harp (Port Credit, ON), The Supermarket, The El Mocambo, Wrongbar, The Gladstone Hotel, The Casbah (Collingwood, ON), The Drake Hotel, 3030, Brasserie McAuslan Brewery (Montreal), Casa Loma, Collingwood Rotary Club, and Blue Mountain Resort.
The FMB has performed at different showcases including Festival Events Ontario (F.E.O.), Canadian Association Of Fairs & Exhibitions (C.A.F.E.), and the Ontario Association Of Agricultural Societies (O.A.A.S.).
They have also performed at numerous festivals and events including the K-Rock Centre for Kingston’s K-Town Countdown (Dec. 31, 2012), the Southside Shuffle (2012), the Aurora Jazz Festival (2012), the Fergus Truck Show (2012), the Brantford Blues Festival (2012), Bronte Harbour Canada Day (2012), the Session 99 Craft Beer Festival, the Micro-Brewery Beer Awards (Montreal, 2012), the HMCS HAIDA reception & Gala D-Day Dinner (2012), the Milton Street Festival (2012), the Cambridge Arts Festival (2012), the Inernational Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee (2012), the Toronto Blues Society’s Talent Search at Nathan Phillips Square - placing 3rd (2011), the Barrie New Music Festival (2011), the Roncesvalles Street Festival (2011), the Taste Of The Kingsway (2010 & 2011), and the main stage at the Kitchener Blues Festival (2010).
The Fraser Melvin Band has performed at countless venues across Ontario and Quebec including Gate 403, The Orbit Room, The Harp (Port Credit, ON), The Supermarket, The El Mocambo, Wrongbar, The Gladstone Hotel, The Casbah (Collingwood, ON), The Drake Hotel, 3030, Brasserie McAuslan Brewery (Montreal), Casa Loma, Collingwood Rotary Club, and Blue Mountain Resort.
The FMB has performed at different showcases including Festival Events Ontario (F.E.O.), Canadian Association Of Fairs & Exhibitions (C.A.F.E.), and the Ontario Association Of Agricultural Societies (O.A.A.S.).
They have also performed at numerous festivals and events including the K-Rock Centre for Kingston’s K-Town Countdown (Dec. 31, 2012), the Southside Shuffle (2012), the Aurora Jazz Festival (2012), the Fergus Truck Show (2012), the Brantford Blues Festival (2012), Bronte Harbour Canada Day (2012), the Session 99 Craft Beer Festival, the Micro-Brewery Beer Awards (Montreal, 2012), the HMCS HAIDA reception & Gala D-Day Dinner (2012), the Milton Street Festival (2012), the Cambridge Arts Festival (2012), the Inernational Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee (2012), the Toronto Blues Society’s Talent Search at Nathan Phillips Square - placing 3rd (2011), the Barrie New Music Festival (2011), the Roncesvalles Street Festival (2011), the Taste Of The Kingsway (2010 & 2011), and the main stage at the Kitchener Blues Festival (2010).
| The Fraser Melvin Band Electronic Press Kit |
Fraser Melvin - Guitar & Vocals
Photo by Danielle Da Silva
An old soul in a young man’s body, Fraser sounds three times his age and much larger than he looks. He commands a room with a voice and takes aim with his guitar. Wearing many hats including that of guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader, Fraser is also a talented arranger and composer, having written hit songs for BF Soul including "Waiting So Long", "He's My Man", and "Trouble In Town." With a significant collection of songs spanning the decades and a stage presence and energy that drives the crowd, Fraser makes each performance an unforgettable experience.
Alex Furlott - Bass & BGs
Photo by Danielle Da Silva
A towering bass player in stature and ability, Alex is a sought after for his bass playing as well as his extensive knowledge of '90s pop culture. Being well versed and comfortable in many different genres including Blues, Jazz, Folk, Funk, and Afro-beat, Alex is quick to adapt to new settings and accompany people on their musical journeys. With solid time and a bass tone that will make you move, Alex is the man for the low end theory.
Jonathan Hyde - Drums, Percussion, & BGs
Photo by Danielle Da Silva
An in demand recording and performing drummer and percussionist, Jonathan Hyde has a time so precise, you would think a metronome's on 2 and 4. Having played with many different artists and groups including F.A.F., BF Soul, Alyson McNamara, SheKing, and the Fraser Melvin Band - Jon Hyde is well studied and comfortable in many styles of music. Always listening to his fellow musicians, Jon has very tasteful and appropriate style depending what the music calls for.
Andrew Moljgun - Alto, Tenor, & Bari Sax, Tambourine & BGs
Photo by Danielle Da Silva
Andrew is a man of reeds being comfortable on many different wind instruments including Alto, Tenor, and Bari Sax, Flute, Clarinet, and has sometimes dabbled on Harmonica. A talented arranger and composer, Andrew has written many charts and originals, including BF Soul's hit songs "Real Talk" and "Dirty Work." Not only is he a skilled horn man, Moljgun adds to the groove with Ol' Blue - his trusty tambourine.
Josh Cavan - Keys, Guitar, Percussion & BGs
Photo by Danielle Da Silva
A recent graduate with a degree in music, in piano, Josh's other musical passion is the guitar. A true renaissance man, Josh’s interests are truly eclectic, from collecting antique musical instruments and newspapers from the 1800’s, to recording esoteric music in a unique ‘50’s style. Influenced by many genres, Josh’s energy and breadth of musical knowledge help inform his diverse song writing abilities, creating a unique synergy of sound with distinctive variances and nuances. Josh continues to stretch all musical boundaries, whether tickling the ivories or wailing on the guitar.