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Amos were supposed to participate in the Rock Lotto in May but unfortunately they had to pull out last minute. So we called in a favor for the OIFF event.
We’re thrilled to have them perform a rare acoustic concert with all 7 members on December 14th.
Here’s a little taste of what you can expect to see!
“For Immediate Release:
OIFF and Ottawa Rock Lottery Feature The Indefinite Project, Amos The Transparent at OIFF Spotlight Series
Ottawa, CANADA – November 22, 2011 – The OttawaInternationalFilmFestival features a documentary shot by The Indefinite Project on the OttawaRockLottery for the second screening of the OIFF Spotlight Series, taking place on Wednesday, December 14 at Mercury Lounge from 7-9:30pm.
The documentary, shot over 24 intense hours, follows local musicians who are brought together by their common enthusiasm for music and excitement for challenge as they are tasked to come together and create music in one day. The film crew captures rare glimpses into the intimate jam spaces of some of Ottawa’s finest artists and reveals all the moments – from the new camaraderies, beginning of the songs to live performance footage, and everything in between.
The documentary screening is the second screening for the OIFF Spotlight Series and includes a rare acoustic performance by Amos The Transparent, and music videos by The Joynt, Kalle Mattson, Zebrassieres, The Goodluck Assembly, and Ian Keteku – many of which have exclusive Ottawa content and references.
Join us Wednesday, December 14 at Mercury Lounge,56 Byward Market Sq – Doors open at 7pm. Tickets $8 at the door. Must be 19+ to enter.
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OTTAWA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (OIFF) focuses on promoting local and Canadian talent and aims to serve as a niche platform for independent filmmaking. The festival showcases Canadian and international feature length, short and documentary films, and includes a music-video challenge, which brings together local musicians and filmmakers. The second annual OIFF was voted Best Film Festival of 2011 by Ottawa Xpress readers. For more information, visit www.oiff.ca.”
* We’re so so excited!
So you might remember seeing a bunch of cameras at the Ottawa Rock Lotto in May, but what you may not have known was why. A documentary feature was shot by The Indefinite Project on the Ottawa Rock Lottery. The local film crew followed the bands from their very formation and shot over the same 24 hour period that the musicians had to create the music, even breaking into jam spaces to get the shot. The interviews are candid, and often hilarious with all of the groups involved. The documentary provides a rare glimpse into the most elite musicians of Ottawa’s intimate jam spaces. The documentary shows the beginning of the songs to later show live footage of the final products. The new camraderie between artists, and general respect is inspiring nailing home the point: Who needs a scene when you can have a community?”
(I’ve watched it at least 8 times and have caught myself chuckling every single time.)
The event will be officially announced in the next day but mark this down: Wednesday, December 14 @ Mercury Lounge – Doors at 7 p.m.- $8 – 19+
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