Wildheart

Wildheart was the first band on and they started up promptly at 10pm. The first thing I took notice of was the female bass player. Women in rock bands are always sexy, but nothing beats a lady playing bass for me. I don't know why that instrument over others, maybe it has to do with the fact that I'm beginning to learn to play bass guitar with Wally as my teacher. My Lady of the Bass appeared to be a bit timid or shy up on stage while the singer was lapping up the attention and seemed very Black Crowesish to me in looks, at least that’s what came to my mind anyway. One guitarist resembled Ron Keel a little bit while the other could have played a role on the sitcom TV series That 70’s Show. One thing was for sure though, while they may have looked a bit eclectic through my birthday beer goggles, they certainly sounded great as they punched through their all original opening set. They treated us to songs such as the lead-off of Running Hot, Gypsy Soul, I Know You Will, Gone (a new song, we were informed), Silver Bullet Truth and a couple of others. The Black Crowes looking singer showcased his wacky dance moves, exhibiting a high energy throughout the set, sometimes falling to his knees on the stage in a very expressive and entertaining set by this new to me band that I will look for in the future. - Decibel Geek

Toronto's Wildheart played a rockin' set at Cherry Cola's. I must say. With a start time of 2am, there was a decent crowd for such a late night, weekday show. Keeping the classic rock flame burning, this 5 piece filled the tiny stage and then some. Front man Cody V is a Thunder Bay, ON transplant and has the charisma of an army. This guy will make it happen, or die trying. Long hair, tight bell bottoms, scarves tied to the mic stand; the kid has heart. Bassist Renee Parr is also a T Bay native. While the band may not be doing anything that hasn't already been done before, for what it is, it's executed well. Solid songs and musicianship give this band a powerful foundation, but the rest is for show. Not only do Wildheart entertain and play big like an arena rock band, they've also got a lot of heart, and it is indeed, Wild. - Angie Valente (mediazoic)

Toronto's Wildheart played a rockin' set at Cherry Cola's. I must say. With a start time of 2am, there was a decent crowd for such a late night, weekday show. Keeping the classic rock flame burning, this 5 piece filled the tiny stage and then some. Front man Cody V is a Thunder Bay, ON transplant and has the charisma of an army. This guy will make it happen, or die trying. Long hair, tight bell bottoms, scarves tied to the mic stand; the kid has heart. Bassist Renee Parr is also a T Bay native. While the band may not be doing anything that hasn't already been done before, for what it is, it's executed well. Solid songs and musicianship give this band a powerful foundation, but the rest is for show. Not only do Wildheart entertain and play big like an arena rock band, they've also got a lot of heart, and it is indeed, Wild. - Angie Valente (mediazoic)