Andre Bisson
HAMILTON - Ontario - Canada
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About the Band
From a small town in Northern Ontario to lively crowds across England and Wales, André Bisson has proved that he has a message worth listening to. With a career that spans over 20 years, his musical resume includes 9 studio albums, countless awards, and sold out shows across Canada, US, UK, and Europe.
As the sole songwriter and arranger for a group that spans from 6-20 musicians, André has created his own musical brand infused with soul, roots, blues, and R&B. Using an eclectic combination of instruments, he creates a musical story that becomes the soundtrack for his lyrics.
Since first taking to the stage at age 15, André’s love and dedication has always been to the live show. Combining his powerhouse vocals with a group of world class musicians, André makes it a priority to always give the audience an exciting, intense, and memorable musical experience. The connection between the musicians, the song, and the audience is always the ultimate goal.
Throughout the years, André’s style and philosophy towards music has attracted attention in the music community. Since his first album release in 2009, Andre has gained notoriety with awards such as “Male Vocalist of the Year” - Hamilton Blues Awards, “Song of the Year” - Blues and Roots Radio, and a four time nominee at the Hamilton Arts Awards. André was also selected by the Grand River Blues Society to compete at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee.
With a dedication to the live show and a sound that is constantly growing and evolving, each performance is unique in its own way. It is these qualities that keep the audience engaged, excited and returning time and time again.
Andre will be releasing his new album in September 2022.
One reviewer in attendance at the Harvest Time Blues Festival in Monaghan, Ireland had this to say: “A refreshingly, alternative musical experience was provided by the Canadian group Andre Bisson Band. A combination of clever arrangements, tasteful guitar work, and exceptionally talented saxophone and trumpet players, contributed to a jazz, pop, and soul fusion sound which the audience loved.” (Dave Scott – Blues Revue Magazine)
“This album, this musician. This should be on your list”. – Elmore Magazine
“Deep emotions delivered by an impassioned singer with strong songs and a tight backing band. How can you go wrong?” You just can’t. Pick this soulful work up!
– Blues Blast Magazine
“Prepare to be not just impressed, but moved. On Break, the soulful songs can heal your broken heart, or they can break it, leaving you begging for mercy and begging for more. Just like life itself”
– Rock and Blues Muse
“Whirling sounds of organ, bountiful blasts of brass, and a groovy sax solo puts me in my happy space” Philly Cheeze’s Rock and Blues Reviews
“Proving himself as a true artist through and through time and time again, Bisson checks off every box with Break” – Canada Beats
This Hamilton-based band’s horn-based retro soul moves markedly forward with an
all-original program by Bisson, the bandleader, vocalist and guitar player and sometime piano player.
One listen, though, will tell you that he has a fine group of willing accomplices on board.
Add in a couple of guests and you can transport yourself right back to the Club Bluenote.
“Bad Scene” serves up a slab of funk for the opener. “Wasting Time” & “Timeless Love”
keep the groove going with gorgeous melodies, something Bisson excels at.
– John Valentyn – Toronto Blue Society – Maple Blues Magazine
Discography
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LatchfordLabel: Self-Release Genres: Blues Styles: Contemporary Blues, Blues Songs on the Album
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The Ballad of Lucy StoneLabel: Self-Release Genres: Blues Styles: Contemporary Blues Songs on the Album
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BreakLabel: Self-Release Genres: Blues Styles: Contemporary Blues, Blues, Soul Blues, Blues Rock Songs on the Album
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Left with the BluesLabel: Self-Release Genres: Blues Styles: Contemporary Blues, Classic Blues Songs on the Album
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Bad SceneLabel: Self-Release Genres: Blues Styles: Contemporary Blues, Blues Songs on the Album
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