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SHORT BIO
Squid Lid is a spectacle of wondrous darkness. Their quirky electronic sound mashes elements of Neo-Industrial, Electro-House, Crunchy Dubstep, and Circus Soundtracks while their unforgettable stage show features signature masks, costumes, lighting, projections and aerial acrobatics with an eerie cast of glowing creatures that change before your very eyes!
FULL BIO
Squid Lid is a spectacle of wondrous darkness. They are a glimpse into an alternate world. To attend a Squid Lid performance is to embark on a twisted, deep sea exploration where you can catch a glimpse of many strange and unusual creatures. A vast collection of glowing masks and an eerie cast of striking, inhuman characters morph and change before your very eyes. Signature glowing lights and original set design characterizes the groups' eerie aesthetic. Each song is an original soundtrack to an exciting story about metamorphosis and evolution. Squid Lid has a quirky electronic sound that mashes elements of Neo-Industrial, Electro-House, Crunchy Dubstep, and Circus. Their sound is often described as being cinematic.
Band founder and main contributor James Zirco Fisher composes and arranges the
music, designs the creature masks and plays keyboards and sampled sequences live.
Chloe Dellark is a triple threat with enchanting vocals, aerial acrobatics, and an
unforgettable stage presence. Dallas Boyes conjures light and video projections during
live shows and produces most of Squid Lid's music videos mirroring the magic of the deep
sea world where the band originated from. Jonah K co-produces the Squid Lid sound with his
dark bass/beats sensibilities and has been part of the group since it's incarnation in 2009. The largest member of the band is Squid Lid's growing fan base known
lovingly as their 'Tentacles'.
With two official albums under their lids entitled Steam Powered Submarine and Crypto Zoo, Squid Lid is about to release their third full length album called Tackle Box. To experience Squid Lid online visit SQUIDLID.COM and be in on the glow.
NOTABLE QUOTES
Exclaim Magazine “... begs a second and third listen...”
Auxiliary Magazine “... a virtual Frankenstien of sound...”
Blog TO “... the biggest thrills of the night.”
Jhonen Vasquez “Haven't been able to get them out of my head!”
PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS
- Head-lined Rue Morgue Magazines Black 100 party
- Lunar Stage at The Eclipse Festival 2009 + 2010 along side the likes of Juno Reactor. - Appeared on an episode of the series 'The Vampire Diaries' in 2011
- Performed with Ozric Tentacles, Ill Gates, Voltaire, Johnny Hollow
UPCOMING PROJECTS
- Third official album release titled TACKLE BOX (Dec 2013)
- Squid Labs Video Journals - Peaks into the Deep Sea World - Canadian Prairie and West Coast Tour - Summer of 2013
LIVE SHOW INFO
Core LIVE Members
- James Fisher / Canadian
- Haley Shannon / Canadian
- Dallas Boyes / Canadian
* Set lengths - flexible between 30 minutes to 1h 30 min
* Setup time - 2 hours minimum
* Strike time - 1 hour minimum
With two official albums under their lids entitled Steam Powered Submarine and Crypto Zoo, Squid Lid is about to release their third full length album called Tackle Box. To experience Squid Lid online visit SQUIDLID.COM and be in on the glow.
NOTABLE QUOTES
Exclaim Magazine “... begs a second and third listen...”
Auxiliary Magazine “... a virtual Frankenstien of sound...”
Blog TO “... the biggest thrills of the night.”
Jhonen Vasquez “Haven't been able to get them out of my head!”
PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS
- Head-lined Rue Morgue Magazines Black 100 party
- Lunar Stage at The Eclipse Festival 2009 + 2010 along side the likes of Juno Reactor. - Appeared on an episode of the series 'The Vampire Diaries' in 2011
- Performed with Ozric Tentacles, Ill Gates, Voltaire, Johnny Hollow
UPCOMING PROJECTS
- Third official album release titled TACKLE BOX (Dec 2013)
- Squid Labs Video Journals - Peaks into the Deep Sea World - Canadian Prairie and West Coast Tour - Summer of 2013
LIVE SHOW INFO
Core LIVE Members
- James Fisher / Canadian
- Haley Shannon / Canadian
- Dallas Boyes / Canadian
* Set lengths - flexible between 30 minutes to 1h 30 min
* Setup time - 2 hours minimum
* Strike time - 1 hour minimum
ARTIST RIDER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
SOUND SYSTEM
The sound system shall be set up and tested to be in complete working order before the arrival of Artist. The system must include subwoofers and be capable of evenly covering the entire listening area without audible distortion. The system shall include appropriate amplification, cables, all necessary rigging hardware, etc.
TECH RIDER
Purchaser shall provide the following technical needs as well as one experienced tech and/ or sound engineer.
- 2 (minimum) full range monitors
- 2 sub woofers (if not included in venue sound system)
- 1 balanced stereo XLR lines (2 channels) to the house mixer
- 2 microphones with stands to the house mixer
- 2 dedicated 120v electrical outlets/lines on 2 separate circuits (one for sound equipment, one for lighting)
STAGE PLOT
- A minimum of 10' L x 12' W x 9' H stage area is required. More is preferred.
- Artists will supply their own lighting and projectionist. The Venue will bring down house lights and any stage lights that may interfere with the Artists light show.
- If access to a screen and/or projector is available at the Venue, the Artist will be informed of this in advance.
- Strobe lights, smoke machines and lasers may be used in Artist’s show. If this is not possible at the venue, Artist will be notified of this in advance.
SOUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
Artist reserves the right to a thorough and exclusive half hour sound check prior to the doors with the aid of the sound technician working the venue the day of the performance.
OTHER REQUIRMENTS
1. GUESTLIST
Artist shall be allotted 3 or more guest list spots (not including the 3 performers).
2. CATERING/HOSPITALITY
Please provide the following at no cost to the artist: - Unlimited access to bottled water
- A minimum of 6 drink tickets
3. CHANGE ROOMS
Please provide one clean, lockable dressing room equipped with a mirror, sink and electrical outlets. If not able to, a secure storage space is required for equipment in its place.
4. MERCHANDISE TABLE
Artist requests the table space to sell Merchandise during and after the performance.
SOUND SYSTEM
The sound system shall be set up and tested to be in complete working order before the arrival of Artist. The system must include subwoofers and be capable of evenly covering the entire listening area without audible distortion. The system shall include appropriate amplification, cables, all necessary rigging hardware, etc.
TECH RIDER
Purchaser shall provide the following technical needs as well as one experienced tech and/ or sound engineer.
- 2 (minimum) full range monitors
- 2 sub woofers (if not included in venue sound system)
- 1 balanced stereo XLR lines (2 channels) to the house mixer
- 2 microphones with stands to the house mixer
- 2 dedicated 120v electrical outlets/lines on 2 separate circuits (one for sound equipment, one for lighting)
STAGE PLOT
- A minimum of 10' L x 12' W x 9' H stage area is required. More is preferred.
- Artists will supply their own lighting and projectionist. The Venue will bring down house lights and any stage lights that may interfere with the Artists light show.
- If access to a screen and/or projector is available at the Venue, the Artist will be informed of this in advance.
- Strobe lights, smoke machines and lasers may be used in Artist’s show. If this is not possible at the venue, Artist will be notified of this in advance.
SOUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
Artist reserves the right to a thorough and exclusive half hour sound check prior to the doors with the aid of the sound technician working the venue the day of the performance.
OTHER REQUIRMENTS
1. GUESTLIST
Artist shall be allotted 3 or more guest list spots (not including the 3 performers).
2. CATERING/HOSPITALITY
Please provide the following at no cost to the artist: - Unlimited access to bottled water
- A minimum of 6 drink tickets
3. CHANGE ROOMS
Please provide one clean, lockable dressing room equipped with a mirror, sink and electrical outlets. If not able to, a secure storage space is required for equipment in its place.
4. MERCHANDISE TABLE
Artist requests the table space to sell Merchandise during and after the performance.
