An Inside Scoop of the Ottawa Music Scene from a Rising Rock Star
For Immediate Release
A competition for $250,000 in talent development proves to be a comment on friendship and the close knit community of Ottawa Musicians.
Ottawa, Ontario –December 3, 2008 – Amanda Rheaume has been on a wild ride these past few months as she prepares to compete 4 other bands for a final grand prize of $250,000 in talent development with the LiVE 88.5 Big Money Shot. The big night is December 12th, and the road to getting there is proving the Ottawa music scene is more about comradery than cut throat.
Amanda discloses that Tara Holloway, another competitor, is one of her best friends. Upon further questioning Rheaume also reveals that, in fact, she knows almost everyone in the competition. “We’ve all played shows together and see each other quite often” says Rheaume. “While there might be a little jealousy or disappointment amongst competitors, in the end, everyone remains friends”. Watching someone you know well and work with make it over you must surely be character building for any up and coming musician.
When asked to comment on the best and worst experiences of the competition, Rheaume states, “Well, obviously the best part is the money and being able to further your career with the financial help. You have to spend a lot of time and money on your career and artistry. Having help from this competition has made it possible for me to do things I never could before”. And the worst? Rheaume replies, “Not getting a sound check. Having to set up all our between acts in 12 minutes then get out onstage and rock out.”
Rheaume also notes that the Ottawa music scene provides some amazing talent for those who get out to the shows. She feels the LiVE 88.5 Big Money Shot is the cream of the crop when it comes to Ottawa bands. “Come out on Friday December 12th and you will get a great ear and eye full of amazing local talent”.
About Amanda Rheaume
Although she has only been a full time musician since 2007, her resume reads as a seasoned performer having opened for The Trews, Sloan, Ani Difranco, The Tea Party, Jeff Martin, Ladytron, Ludcinda Williams. She had the opportunity to sing onstage at Lilith Fair in Toronto in 1999 with Sarah MachLachlan, The Dixie Chicks, The Indigo Girls and Sheryl Crow.
For more information and full bio please visit http://www.amandarheaume.com.
Interview Contact: Amanda Rheaume
613 327 7882
www.amandarheaume.com
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