Biography
earBuzz Review:
The CD ends with a cover version of Stevie Nicks, "Gypsy", done with Aimz's signature wonderfully. Overall the record is a gem - a real artistic effort from a talented singer/songwriter who is carving his own voice. Don Kimenker (USA)
‘Melbourne based rock singer’
(Russ is currently locked away in his recording studio, working on album number two. To be self released in 2010. The first finished single off it "Same Land". Can be heard now on the player)
Living in the outer suburbs of Melbourne, Australia, Russ Aimz is finding more than enough inspiration to stoke his songwriting fires. His Style of original mesmerizing rock/pop earthy ballads, combined with a fun ‘head straight for the sky’ playful and upbeat rock vibe that takes the audience by surprise.
Now with his sights firmly set on USA and in particular New York, LA and Texas. With hopes of broadening his fan base and finding new audiences, Russ has always wanted to travel to America. For as long as he can remember, he has felt strongly drawn there.
Russ’s debut album is suitably titled ‘Cruze’ excellent for long drives for one, it is released independently. The first track ‘The Grampians Song’ is currently receiving local airplay (Aus). The album also includes a rock’n cover version of Fleetwood Mac’s 80’s hit ‘Gypsy’. Self-promotion has been Russ’s strong point for this album, never missing an opportunity to reach potential new music lovers. Recently joining MYSPACE has seen Russ gain a lot of new fans, Peter Gabriel and the legendary David Bowie are now fans too. http://www.myspace.com/httpwwwmyspacecomrussaimz
Continuing to develop his live performing skills and to create and perform new material along with the ongoing self-promotion of his album ‘CRUZE’ is where Russ is today.
Influences: Billy Idol, David Bowie, Paul Kelly, James Reyne, Bono, Madonna and Mick Jagger
Airplay: Currently receiving USA local and college airplay with the opening album track ‘The Grampians Song’. Plus Australia wide community radio spins with 3 singles, ‘Laura’, ‘Gypsy’ and ‘Brand Nu Day’.
Some past live performances, have incl:
Feb 28 2009 Softbelly, Vic
May 9, 2008 Melbourne City Library, VIC
10 June 2007 The Brunswick Hotel Brunswick Vic
25 March 2007 The Basin Music Festival The Basin Vic
24 March 2007 Mortlake Festival Mortlake Vic
31 December 2006 'Promised Land' Alice Springs NT
Za’ba St Kilda (‘Showcase’)
March/April 2006 The Basin Music Festival
The Cornish Arms
Clifton Hill Hotel
Hardimans café/bar/rest
Caz Reitops
The Empress
Panton Hill Tsunami Benefit festival
The Pony (a Ravensphere gig)
Nannup Festival in W.A. five (5) performances there
Nannup Primary/High school
Open Mics in Melbourne
The Elwood Lounge
Comfortable Chair
Panton Hill
Pure (Grassroots)
Famous Blue Raincoat
The Old Bar
St Andrews Hotel
AD Ryans
The Empress
Planet heaven
The Laundry
The Bridge hotel
Best songs range from the slow moving "Here We Are" through the upbeat, earthy folk feel of "Postcard" to the haunting "Mathew". With numerous awards behind him, Russ is well on the way to following his idols success… we wish him well. Reviewer [Mark Rasmussen ~ The Buzz Magazine] (Aus)
Goals/Mission Statement
Russ say's "To play a huge part in healing our planet. Using strong lyrics/messages with uplifting inspiring comforting music. There is a massive change happening right now in humanity, hopefully I am part of it".
You can currently find Russ Aimz on JJJ's Unearthed
www.triplejunearthed.com/RussAimz
Instrumentation
Russ Aimz - Vocals, Acoustic
Discography
Debut album: "Cruze" 2006, 'Alexandrite' the single 2002. Get his debut album 'CRUZE' from his website www.russaimz.com , (Aus)www.redhen.com.au and (US) www.cdbaby.com/russaimz
Links
| http://www.russaimz.com |