the danny cannon show

Bergens Tidende:
By: Erik Fossen, Kjetil Kopren Ullebø
18.09.2010

Magnet made it sound great
In Askøy the barter economy still lives. While the record artist Magnet produced The Danny Cannon Show's new album, the band redecorated his studio and herded his goats.
- I feel we've been music apprentices here, says Kjell Arne Kjærgård, the band's drummer.
Rock band The Danny Cannon Show from Askøy release their second album "Monster" this weekend. The album is recorded in Even "Magnet" Johansen's renovated barn in Nordre Haugland. Kjærgård and his band mates are happy to work with their more famous friend.
- If you've got problems with a recording he can make it sound its best.
- Thanks, Johansen says politely.
- And good chemistry makes the music better.
Four voices, one microphone
After playing together for years The Danny Cannon Show hope to climb the career ladder with the new album. Johansen gets much of the credit for the band being at their best now.
- Even is, among other things, very talented at working on vocals. There are four of us taking turns on main vocals and chorus, and he's spent a lot of time on that.
- He's come up with many arrangements, vocal harmonies and ambient sounds, says bass player Thomas Berntsen.
- Now it sounds really grand in some places!
- But does it sound like Magnet's own music?
- No, but you might hear a few little tricks here and there, Berntsen says.
- I wouldn't say it sounds the same, says Johansen.
- Everyone leaves their own mark when contributing to the shaping of something. Things you've never tried before, can turn out good, says Johansen.
- For instance everyone needs to use their right voice – not just sing, but sound believable. When The Danny Cannon Show are all singing into one microphone, it has to work. Teamwork, that's something many bands could learn from.
Rabbits and rural idyll
Outside the sun is shining on the idyllic countryside. The area is characterized by horses, rabbits and chickens more than rock'n'roll. The newly redecorated studio is bright and airy. In here the band has been singing and working, drinking red wine and sipping coffee, bickered about the music and slept side by side.
- It's been good to be here, it gets you in the right mood, says guitar player Roger Berland.
- At times we almost forgot why we were even here, says Berntsen.
- When we were out chasing the goats.
Whether the more famous artist Lene Marlin had to perform farm duties while recording with Magnet, is unknown. Since then he's also produced for Oslo girl Amina Sewali.
Now Johansen plans to work on his own music again. He doesn't really think of himself as an actual producer, but won't rule out having new guests in his studio.
- Sometimes it's healthy to do other things than look at yourself in the mirror. I rarely take the bus the city, so I need to invite people out here to get new impulses.
- www.bt.no

Bergens Tidende:
By: Erik Fossen, Kjetil Kopren Ullebø
18.09.2010

Magnet made it sound great
In Askøy the barter economy still lives. While the record artist Magnet produced The Danny Cannon Show's new album, the band redecorated his studio and herded his goats.
- I feel we've been music apprentices here, says Kjell Arne Kjærgård, the band's drummer.
Rock band The Danny Cannon Show from Askøy release their second album "Monster" this weekend. The album is recorded in Even "Magnet" Johansen's renovated barn in Nordre Haugland. Kjærgård and his band mates are happy to work with their more famous friend.
- If you've got problems with a recording he can make it sound its best.
- Thanks, Johansen says politely.
- And good chemistry makes the music better.
Four voices, one microphone
After playing together for years The Danny Cannon Show hope to climb the career ladder with the new album. Johansen gets much of the credit for the band being at their best now.
- Even is, among other things, very talented at working on vocals. There are four of us taking turns on main vocals and chorus, and he's spent a lot of time on that.
- He's come up with many arrangements, vocal harmonies and ambient sounds, says bass player Thomas Berntsen.
- Now it sounds really grand in some places!
- But does it sound like Magnet's own music?
- No, but you might hear a few little tricks here and there, Berntsen says.
- I wouldn't say it sounds the same, says Johansen.
- Everyone leaves their own mark when contributing to the shaping of something. Things you've never tried before, can turn out good, says Johansen.
- For instance everyone needs to use their right voice – not just sing, but sound believable. When The Danny Cannon Show are all singing into one microphone, it has to work. Teamwork, that's something many bands could learn from.
Rabbits and rural idyll
Outside the sun is shining on the idyllic countryside. The area is characterized by horses, rabbits and chickens more than rock'n'roll. The newly redecorated studio is bright and airy. In here the band has been singing and working, drinking red wine and sipping coffee, bickered about the music and slept side by side.
- It's been good to be here, it gets you in the right mood, says guitar player Roger Berland.
- At times we almost forgot why we were even here, says Berntsen.
- When we were out chasing the goats.
Whether the more famous artist Lene Marlin had to perform farm duties while recording with Magnet, is unknown. Since then he's also produced for Oslo girl Amina Sewali.
Now Johansen plans to work on his own music again. He doesn't really think of himself as an actual producer, but won't rule out having new guests in his studio.
- Sometimes it's healthy to do other things than look at yourself in the mirror. I rarely take the bus the city, so I need to invite people out here to get new impulses.
- www.bt.no

Østlendingen:

By: Per Kristian Hansen
12.10.2010

A charming group from Askøy

The Danny Cannon Show is a new acquaintance for me, even though they released their first EP as early as 2004. This quartet from Askøy outside Bergen has teamed up with Even "Magnet" Johansen for the production of "Monster", their second album. The result is absolutely splendid. The vocals are good, the mixing of genres exciting, and a feeling of real and honest musical pleasure permeates the production. There seems to be many sources of inspiration, but none bigger than Neil Young. Like old man Young they swiftly alternate from country inspired songs to considerably heavier stuff, but never forgetting the importance of the melody. Ten very good songs, with the catchy "Cream of the Crop" and the blues and psychedelic influenced title track "Monster" as definite favourites – for now. There are also eight other songs to enjoy here. - ostlendingen.no

Østlendingen:

By: Per Kristian Hansen
12.10.2010

A charming group from Askøy

The Danny Cannon Show is a new acquaintance for me, even though they released their first EP as early as 2004. This quartet from Askøy outside Bergen has teamed up with Even "Magnet" Johansen for the production of "Monster", their second album. The result is absolutely splendid. The vocals are good, the mixing of genres exciting, and a feeling of real and honest musical pleasure permeates the production. There seems to be many sources of inspiration, but none bigger than Neil Young. Like old man Young they swiftly alternate from country inspired songs to considerably heavier stuff, but never forgetting the importance of the melody. Ten very good songs, with the catchy "Cream of the Crop" and the blues and psychedelic influenced title track "Monster" as definite favourites – for now. There are also eight other songs to enjoy here. - ostlendingen.no

Heavymetal.no:
By: Frode Klement
27.09.2010

This group from the island Askøy just outside Bergen, Norway, recorded their album in a barn belonging to the artist Magnet (Even Johansen) – in the proper Danny Cannon spirit.

Which means 60s music mixed with a great deal of playful experimenting in the studio. Although they had to redecorate Magnet's studio and take care of his goats, the boys in The Danny Cannon Show still had plenty of energy for the recordings, something that's evident from everything you can hear ...

Monster has many arrangements and vocal harmonies that make me gasp with enthusiasm. There are also the back-up vocals, which create the big picture here. I can also hear lots of folk rock.

When googling the band I get hits in Icelandic about this album. Have the Icelanders embraced The Danny Cannon Show? I wouldn't be surprised.

The song Cream Of The Crop starts out a little "oompa" à la Kaizers Orchestra, but it has a more bluesy feeling, mixed with a 60s mercy beat. When hearing this I get the urge to get my 1966 car out on the road immediately!

Although this band isn't exactly heavy metal, but more like brutal metal (rock), there's plenty of everything here. You get upbeat songs and slow, sauntering tunes. So it's not easy to understand the music of The Danny Cannon Show; it's hard to categorize them. The good thing about these guys is they're certainly not trendy – I would call it classic rock.

The songs have a feeling and originality that make the album appear like a team of songs rather than a one hit wonder deal. The song with the best hit potential must be Monster, because both live and on album you start beating the rhythm and singing along. Good stuff.

All in all, after a few listenings, I know I'll appreciate this album more and more over time, because my favourites change from day to day (a good sign). All the tracks deserve much attention, and right now Noises is my favourite. Ask me again tomorrow, and it might be another one.

Buy it and enjoy the diversity! - Heavy metal.no

Heavymetal.no:
By: Frode Klement
27.09.2010

This group from the island Askøy just outside Bergen, Norway, recorded their album in a barn belonging to the artist Magnet (Even Johansen) – in the proper Danny Cannon spirit.

Which means 60s music mixed with a great deal of playful experimenting in the studio. Although they had to redecorate Magnet's studio and take care of his goats, the boys in The Danny Cannon Show still had plenty of energy for the recordings, something that's evident from everything you can hear ...

Monster has many arrangements and vocal harmonies that make me gasp with enthusiasm. There are also the back-up vocals, which create the big picture here. I can also hear lots of folk rock.

When googling the band I get hits in Icelandic about this album. Have the Icelanders embraced The Danny Cannon Show? I wouldn't be surprised.

The song Cream Of The Crop starts out a little "oompa" à la Kaizers Orchestra, but it has a more bluesy feeling, mixed with a 60s mercy beat. When hearing this I get the urge to get my 1966 car out on the road immediately!

Although this band isn't exactly heavy metal, but more like brutal metal (rock), there's plenty of everything here. You get upbeat songs and slow, sauntering tunes. So it's not easy to understand the music of The Danny Cannon Show; it's hard to categorize them. The good thing about these guys is they're certainly not trendy – I would call it classic rock.

The songs have a feeling and originality that make the album appear like a team of songs rather than a one hit wonder deal. The song with the best hit potential must be Monster, because both live and on album you start beating the rhythm and singing along. Good stuff.

All in all, after a few listenings, I know I'll appreciate this album more and more over time, because my favourites change from day to day (a good sign). All the tracks deserve much attention, and right now Noises is my favourite. Ask me again tomorrow, and it might be another one.

Buy it and enjoy the diversity! - Heavy metal.no

groove.no:

By: Frank Skoveng
20.10.2010
90s Bergen
Elements and sounds taken from an old Bergen wave.
This quartet from Askøy aren't exactly newbies, but with only one EP and one album since they started in 2002 we can draw the conclusion that productivity has been so-so. It's been four years since the previous release, and they didn't exactly make the headlines back then. But now they're pulling out all their tricks presenting ten new songs on their new album Monster.

The producer of the album is the talented Even Johansen, better known as the artist Magnet, who all through his career has given me many good treats, both as a part of Chocolate Overdose and Libido, and as a solo artist. On this album Johansen and the band have gone back in time – the legacy of the 90s Bergen wave is distinct. The sound of Chocolate Overdose is tangible, and we can also hear echoes of one of the best Norwegian band in those days – Barbie Bones.

It's a skilful and harmonized band opening with the song Cream of the Crop, which is the perfect opening track on this well-made album. The sound is good, and the vocals where all the band members contribute are heavily emphasized, which creates a wider range and more curiosity.

The sound varies from heavy and sluggish, to melancholy, to the more noisy and punked. The classic crew of two guitars, bass and drums drive the sound, and at the centre of it all is the good, catchy tune, often interspersed with pop elements. Not only the Bergen wave is associated with the material, you can also hear strong elements of Josh Homme (especially on Lifestory) and Mark Lanegan and their desert landscape. This is particularly noticeable on the last half of the album, but The Danny Cannon Show gets away with their honour intact.

The Danny Cannon Show haven't received much attention before – not that I believe that will happen now either. But as we know, all isn't fair in this world. Monster is an album that deserves recognition and acclaim, so be it that the sound is old and safe. - groove.no

groove.no:

By: Frank Skoveng
20.10.2010
90s Bergen
Elements and sounds taken from an old Bergen wave.
This quartet from Askøy aren't exactly newbies, but with only one EP and one album since they started in 2002 we can draw the conclusion that productivity has been so-so. It's been four years since the previous release, and they didn't exactly make the headlines back then. But now they're pulling out all their tricks presenting ten new songs on their new album Monster.

The producer of the album is the talented Even Johansen, better known as the artist Magnet, who all through his career has given me many good treats, both as a part of Chocolate Overdose and Libido, and as a solo artist. On this album Johansen and the band have gone back in time – the legacy of the 90s Bergen wave is distinct. The sound of Chocolate Overdose is tangible, and we can also hear echoes of one of the best Norwegian band in those days – Barbie Bones.

It's a skilful and harmonized band opening with the song Cream of the Crop, which is the perfect opening track on this well-made album. The sound is good, and the vocals where all the band members contribute are heavily emphasized, which creates a wider range and more curiosity.

The sound varies from heavy and sluggish, to melancholy, to the more noisy and punked. The classic crew of two guitars, bass and drums drive the sound, and at the centre of it all is the good, catchy tune, often interspersed with pop elements. Not only the Bergen wave is associated with the material, you can also hear strong elements of Josh Homme (especially on Lifestory) and Mark Lanegan and their desert landscape. This is particularly noticeable on the last half of the album, but The Danny Cannon Show gets away with their honour intact.

The Danny Cannon Show haven't received much attention before – not that I believe that will happen now either. But as we know, all isn't fair in this world. Monster is an album that deserves recognition and acclaim, so be it that the sound is old and safe. - groove.no