ÿþ<html> <head> <title> FLAT TOP |:| HISTORY </title> </head> <body bgcolor="#000000" link="#ffcc00" vlink="#ff9900" alink="#ffffff"> <br> <table align="center" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" width="680"> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <font face="ARIAL,HELVETICA,SANS-SERIF" size="2"> <a href="bios.htm"><b>BACK</b></a> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> </td> <td><font face="arial, helvetica, sans serif" size="-1" color="#ffcc00"> <b>INSTRUMENTATION:</B><BR>( Richard Jones  Drums and Background vocals<BR>( Jeff Rideout  Bass and Background vocals<BR>( John Myshrall  Lead Vocals, Rhythm guitar<BR>( Mike Jones  Lead Guitar, Mandolin, Background vocals<BR>( Ray Haines  Lead Vocals, Rhythm guitar, Piano<BR>( <BR><BR>( ( <B>BIOGRAPHY:</b><BR>( Taking their name from the instruments they play, flat top (acoustic) guitars, Flat Top is a creative five piece musical act from New Brunswick, Canada. The group consists of Jeff Rideout (Bass Guitar, Vocals), Mike Jones (lead guitar, mandolin, accordian, vocals), Ray Haines (lead vocals, guitar, piano), Richard Jones (drums, percussion, vocals) and John Myshrall (lead vocals, guitar). <br><br> Entertaining with an exciting variety of tunes, these artists have shown in just a short time, the ability to impress audiences across eastern and central Canada. Formed in August 2002, Flat Top have become regulars on the Capital bar scene with their marathon sets, and are the talk of the town. &ldquo;They&#39;re fine songwriters and performers and know just about every good cover tune&rdquo;.<br><br> Since 2003, Flat Top has performed 300+ shows, entertaining patrons from Trenton Ontario to Cape Breton Nova Scotia. Special performances include St John&#39;s festival by the sea, Saint John Blues Festival, Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival, Moncton&#39;s Capitol Theatre, ECMA roots room, and IWK children&#39;s wish foundation. Performing and Opening for such acts as Downchild Blues Band, Gordie Sampson, John Campbelljohn, Guy Davis, Matt Minglewood, 54-40, The Stampeders, Jamie Warren, April Wine, Colin James, as well as various appearances on CBC TV, ATV, CBC radio and Global T.V.<br><br> Flat Top has the experience, musicianship, and song list that enables them to perform at various types of musical functions. Whether it be a bar gig, a rock concert, a music festival, a corporate function, a wedding reception, or a showcase of original music, Flat Top has the attitude and professionalism to handle every type of event. With a fan base ranging from college students to old blues fans, bartenders to CEOs, the band&#39;s appeal is undeniable. &ldquo;Flat Top has the rare combination of talent, towering stage presence and genuine charm that could melt even the coldest critics heart&rdquo;<br><br> With powerful vocals, high energy, percussive rhythm styles, electric guitar leads and natural stage presence, there is yet to be a crowd they have not captivated.<br><br> Flat Top released their debut cd &rdquo;Long Shot&rdquo; at Octoberfest 2006 in Woodstock, New Brunswick, to a sold out crowd of over 500 patrons. Since the release of the cd, the first single Big Mistake is currently airing on several east coast stations and on Canadian Satellite radio.  In March 2007, Flat Top licensed 2 songs from the CD, (Almost Everyday, Long Shot) to Skydance Entertainment, from Vancouver BC, for use in their series, The Great Canadian Motorcycle Trek, which is currently airing on OLN.  Also, In August 2007, Flat Top was nominated by the Toronto Independent Music Awards, in the best out of province category. In support of the cd, the band will continue to increase their live performance and promotion schedules.( <br><br> Without a doubt, an evening with Flat Top is a not to be missed experience. This band plays for the love of the music and entertaining, and will attract new fans and keep their dedicated audiences on their feet for years to come. <br><br> <B>DISCOGRAPHY:</b><br>( Discography:  Flat Top "Long Shot"<br>( Full length cd of original music.<BR>( <br><br> </font> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <bgcolor="black"> </td> <td align="left"> <img src="flattop5.jpg" width="566" height="48"> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <bgcolor="black"> </td> <font face="ARIAL,HELVETICA,SANS-SERIF" size="2"><br> <td> <a href="bios.htm"><b><font face="ARIAL,HELVETICA,SANS-SERIF" size="2">Back to Bios</font></b></a><font color="white"> |:|<font> </tr> </table><br><br><br> </body> </html>