New Disney inspired song “A Villain By Definition,” and fundraiser launched today
BOO! Mwa ha ha ha….With Halloween around the corner, and a Disney cover show fundraiser for music therapy coming up on November 18th at Notional Space in Vancouver, the shadow forces have conspired to bring forth the release of a brand new quirky tune titled, “A Villain By Definition.”
It’s an ode to the villains of Disney movies, and their ruthless commitment to their menacing causes. May it take you down a dark walk of nostalgia……..
The song is currently only available on Bandcamp on a “Name your price,” basis. Until November 18th, all proceeds will go towards the fundraiser show that is raising money for music therapy at Children’s hospital in Vancouver. Contribute what is comfortable, and share with whoever you feel would get a kick out of this song. If we raise over $1000, it can be directed to a specific program, and I’d love to see it go to the mental health ward there.
A Villain By Definition will be available on Spotify, Google Play, and other music listening services very soon.
Major thanks to Jonathan Anderson at Protection Island for helping to raise this crazy song from its villainous depths, and for the most laughter I’ve ever had in a recording session! There are instruments and gadgets on this track that I’ve never heard of or even seen before. Prizes to those who can guess what was played on this song.
Upcoming workshops and shows in June
Lots of fun ahead this month in the bay!
I’m honoured to be leading a couple of classes this weekend for the Georgia Strait Guitar Workshop for the second time. Last year was an absolute blast, and can’t wait to jam with everyone again!
On Saturday, June 10th, I will be MC’ing and performing in a very special event hosted by the Left Coast Labour Chorus at the Russian Hall in East Vancouver. The night is called Just Voices:Union Made, and is a celebration of labour and union efforts, past and present, through song and story. It will be a wonderful evening with performances from the Re:Sisters, Gram Partisans, Griffin and Holdstock, and the Left Coast Labour Chorus. Great people, great music, great place = wickedly enjoyable evening!
Show information and tickets can be found here
For more info on shows in June, visit https://michaelaverill.com/shows/
Vancouver album release to be held at St. James Hall, April 21st! Free album with ticket purchase before March 31st!
Click the above flyer for early bird tickets, and a free album!
Back in the studio with Mr. Blake Williams!
Pumped to be back at Protection Island with Jon Anderson today and tomorrow, continuing solid work on All We Ever Need. Had the honour of having Bodhran superstar, Blake Williams join in for a very special tune. Judging by our feet, I’m sure you can guess what song we were plugging away on….:). It’s all sounding so so good!!!
Inspiring November Day
Jericho Beach – One of my favourite walks. Amazing to me to catch someone paddling in shorts at the beginning of November in Vancouver.