Wide Mouth Mason
Wide Mouth Mason is Shaun Verreault, Gordie Johnson, and Safwan Javed.
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From the "Paris of the prairies" (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada) comes the the power trio known as Wide Mouth Mason (WMM). Currently, the lineup is comprised of Shaun Verreault, Gordie Johnson, and Safwan Javed.
The original line-up featured Shaun, Safwan, and Earl Pereira, who began playing together in 1993, and their first performances as Wide Mouth Mason coming approximately two years later. As Wide Mouth Mason, the three young men from Saskatoon began to build a fan base, the guys taking their band name from jars of the same name that they once used to drink from. In April 2010, Earl decided to pursue other musical opportunities with his band Mobadass. In February 2011, Gordie Johnson (Big Sugar, Grady) officially joined Wide Mouth Mason as bassist and vocals after helping Safwan and Shaun out in the same role on 2010 gigs.
From their beginnings performing in rural Alberta in 1995, Wide Mouth Mason has seen its fan base grow in Canada and extend to other areas of the world such as the United States and in Europe... as well as becoming one of the first North American bands to tour China in the 21st century. With each new fan gained often quick to share the discovery of Wide Mouth Mason's music with others who have yet to hear the band's music. While Wide Mouth Mason's studio catalogue provide musical snapshots of a band's journey and growth, it is the opportunity of hearing the guys perform live that is something not easily described or captured, only experienced.
Wide Mouth Mason has opened for such groups as AC/DC, The Rolling Stones, The Guess Who, and have gained more fans with each performance along the way. They've played at many different music festivals, including the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Each time the three of them perform, Wide Mouth Mason has ably demonstrated at each instance the innate ability to tailor their performance to the size of their audience and the environment created with each subtle nuance of a music fan enjoying the band's music. Wide Mouth Mason has the rare ability to not just sense the music the audience is hoping to hear but to also often surprise even the most jaded listener with their versatility and range.
Wide Mouth Mason has been a touring band for ten years, during which time they've released four major label records (Warner, and Warner/Atlantic), as well as an independent (Brownsound). They currently have a new record out on Curve Records. Their sound is influenced by a number of sources, and they've sold over 175,000 units worldwide, having received gold records twice in Canada, in addition to 7 Prairie Music Awards, 2 Canadian Radio Music Awards, 1 Western Canadian Music Award, and 2 Juno nominations.
Wide Mouth Mason has gained a plethora of accolades and notoriety for live performances in Canada, and abroad. In having played over 1000 shows, Wide Mouth Mason are seasoned performers who've earned a reputation that precedes them. The touring resume includes shows with: the Rolling Stones (5 shows--Canada/U.S.), AC/DC (28 shows--Canada/U.S.), ZZ Top (10 shows--Canada), George Thoroughgood (20 shows--Canada/U.S.), Kenny Wayne Shephard (23 shows--U.S.), the Guess Who (15 shows--Canada), Van Morrison, De La Soul, Alanis Morissette, Nickelback, Remy Shand, and countless more. The band has played the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland (twice), Nashville River Stages, and Edgefest-Canada. They were the first rock band from outside of the Pacific Rim to play concerts in China (2002).
Wide Mouth Mason have had great success at rock radio in Canada. They have had numerous top 10 and top 20 songs, including: a number 3 (Midnight Rain), a number 5 (Why), a number 7 (Smile), a number 10 (My Old Self), and a number 15 (This Mourning). The songs of Wide Mouth Mason have shown themselves to be easily embraced by radio listeners and programmers. Wide Mouth Mason has had a brilliant relationship with other media as well. Of the ten music videos they've made, all have received regular rotation on MuchMusic Canada, MuchMore Music Canada, and MTV Canada. Four videos have reached top 15 in video charting. They've earned critical acclaim throughout their career, in every territory they've set foot in.
Wide Mouth Mason has a publishing deal in place with Warner-Chappel. The band's music has been featured in feature film soundtracks, and they were chosen to perform in the blockbuster 'the Recruit' (starring Colin Farrell).
There exists a substantial and well established Wide Mouth Mason fan base. A large percentage of this fan base has forged a tight knit internet community (www.widemouthmason.net). This group has become the impetus for numerous promotional campaigns (i.e. street teams, etc.). The band also maintains a sold web presence via such sites as MP3.com, www.widemouthmason.com (the official band website), and www.widemouthmason.net (the official fan network website).
<… Read Full Bio ↴Wide Mouth Mason is Shaun Verreault, Gordie Johnson, and Safwan Javed.
From the "Paris of the prairies" (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada) comes the the power trio known as Wide Mouth Mason (WMM). Currently, the lineup is comprised of Shaun Verreault, Gordie Johnson, and Safwan Javed.
The original line-up featured Shaun, Safwan, and Earl Pereira, who began playing together in 1993, and their first performances as Wide Mouth Mason coming approximately two years later. As Wide Mouth Mason, the three young men from Saskatoon began to build a fan base, the guys taking their band name from jars of the same name that they once used to drink from. In April 2010, Earl decided to pursue other musical opportunities with his band Mobadass. In February 2011, Gordie Johnson (Big Sugar, Grady) officially joined Wide Mouth Mason as bassist and vocals after helping Safwan and Shaun out in the same role on 2010 gigs.
From their beginnings performing in rural Alberta in 1995, Wide Mouth Mason has seen its fan base grow in Canada and extend to other areas of the world such as the United States and in Europe... as well as becoming one of the first North American bands to tour China in the 21st century. With each new fan gained often quick to share the discovery of Wide Mouth Mason's music with others who have yet to hear the band's music. While Wide Mouth Mason's studio catalogue provide musical snapshots of a band's journey and growth, it is the opportunity of hearing the guys perform live that is something not easily described or captured, only experienced.
Wide Mouth Mason has opened for such groups as AC/DC, The Rolling Stones, The Guess Who, and have gained more fans with each performance along the way. They've played at many different music festivals, including the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Each time the three of them perform, Wide Mouth Mason has ably demonstrated at each instance the innate ability to tailor their performance to the size of their audience and the environment created with each subtle nuance of a music fan enjoying the band's music. Wide Mouth Mason has the rare ability to not just sense the music the audience is hoping to hear but to also often surprise even the most jaded listener with their versatility and range.
Wide Mouth Mason has been a touring band for ten years, during which time they've released four major label records (Warner, and Warner/Atlantic), as well as an independent (Brownsound). They currently have a new record out on Curve Records. Their sound is influenced by a number of sources, and they've sold over 175,000 units worldwide, having received gold records twice in Canada, in addition to 7 Prairie Music Awards, 2 Canadian Radio Music Awards, 1 Western Canadian Music Award, and 2 Juno nominations.
Wide Mouth Mason has gained a plethora of accolades and notoriety for live performances in Canada, and abroad. In having played over 1000 shows, Wide Mouth Mason are seasoned performers who've earned a reputation that precedes them. The touring resume includes shows with: the Rolling Stones (5 shows--Canada/U.S.), AC/DC (28 shows--Canada/U.S.), ZZ Top (10 shows--Canada), George Thoroughgood (20 shows--Canada/U.S.), Kenny Wayne Shephard (23 shows--U.S.), the Guess Who (15 shows--Canada), Van Morrison, De La Soul, Alanis Morissette, Nickelback, Remy Shand, and countless more. The band has played the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland (twice), Nashville River Stages, and Edgefest-Canada. They were the first rock band from outside of the Pacific Rim to play concerts in China (2002).
Wide Mouth Mason have had great success at rock radio in Canada. They have had numerous top 10 and top 20 songs, including: a number 3 (Midnight Rain), a number 5 (Why), a number 7 (Smile), a number 10 (My Old Self), and a number 15 (This Mourning). The songs of Wide Mouth Mason have shown themselves to be easily embraced by radio listeners and programmers. Wide Mouth Mason has had a brilliant relationship with other media as well. Of the ten music videos they've made, all have received regular rotation on MuchMusic Canada, MuchMore Music Canada, and MTV Canada. Four videos have reached top 15 in video charting. They've earned critical acclaim throughout their career, in every territory they've set foot in.
Wide Mouth Mason has a publishing deal in place with Warner-Chappel. The band's music has been featured in feature film soundtracks, and they were chosen to perform in the blockbuster 'the Recruit' (starring Colin Farrell).
There exists a substantial and well established Wide Mouth Mason fan base. A large percentage of this fan base has forged a tight knit internet community (www.widemouthmason.net). This group has become the impetus for numerous promotional campaigns (i.e. street teams, etc.). The band also maintains a sold web presence via such sites as MP3.com, www.widemouthmason.com (the official band website), and www.widemouthmason.net (the official fan network website).
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Wide Mouth Mason Lyrics
40 Watt Moon 40 watt moon hanging Over your face like something That wo…
All It Amounts To Born in a world that's years away Can you see my…
Alone Out in the rain for the last time you stumble…
Always Never Only Always Never Only If you say these words we're through '…
Breathe Out I didn't know you Who am I supposed to belong to Fire…
Burn Watch me drift a pillow of rain Shadows crease my face I'm…
Bushi Su Bushi... Oh mama, everyone pulls the trigger Oh mama, ev…
Change Did you bring anything that you made yourself? Did it all…
Come Out To Go You've been doing what you used to do Go the places…
Companion When I saw the reflection of the sky In the…
Corn Rows It might take some time But I'll do it on my…
Crystal Ball If you want to find me I'm going to the crystal…
Dry You Up It came And it went and it's gone and you're sad 'Cause…
Ease Your Mind Mmmmmmm You came, you're here You're making up all that yo…
Eleven I don't really want do what I want to do…
Empty Seat This time passed slower than usual Or like the spokes on…
Everybody's Right You're wrong but you're louder than me so you win…
Exquisite Instead of an open conversation We leave with a head full…
Fa Na Na She didn't make it but it's alright I think I stumbled…
Falling Down I saw a ghost out on a dirt road They're known…
Half A Chance Why is it so hard to treat yourself with the…
I Love Not Loving You It used to be any fool could see I was lost…
It's So Bad I promised no asterisk But I think I probably lied And if…
King Of Poison He was an all-day bar sitter with a cocked hat…
Lagavulin Let me slide in your direction, let me poke you…
Mad Doctor Never came back, you never came around You never came back,…
Mary Mary Mary, Mary what've you found While you was making all them…
Midnight Rain Three men jump off an overpass One hits rock and the…
Moment That You Came Bested by the worst of you I'm losing my thirst…
My Imagination I'm sorry I caught you at a bad time It's only…
My New Self I came home late one night and I didn't see…
My Old Self When I walk outside in the middle of the rain When…
Old An old man sat at the edge of a bed and…
Once You Got It Once you've got it You can't get enough Once you've got it…
Phantom Limb Every bottle ever emptied by you Every shoe that you walked…
Please Go Home Don't show up here anymore I told you twice before We…
Puppet In A Clown Show Try and hold your ears the noise outside is terrible drunk…
Rained Out Parade I never wake up 'til my shadow's longer than I…
Really Wrong In a shiny patch of you, my sweet corroded love I…
Reconsider You've taken in too much Maybe it's best you turn it…
River Song He ran to the candle but the light had done…
Rust There's nothing here I couldn't break If I loved it hard…
Scratch Stand back the wreck is going down Yeah I think I…
She's Alone Ordinary time I'm the one to blame Holding something back …
Shot Down Satellites I crawl home from underneath a stone Shaking all the pebble…
Sister Sally Sister Sally rides a train on the east side She takes…
Sleepwalker Driving through pouring rain Searching for answers May we …
Smile I'm looking at a long time to get there I'm looking…
Sugarcane There's a big old moon in the dying room tonight All…
Tell Me Baby, baby, what have you done Baby, baby, pulled in dirt…
The Game But is there anyone beside me Telling the tale of a…
The Mourning Morning came a little early today Woke me up when I…
The Preacher Man's Song It seems I've been running much to long I've started to…
The River Song He ran to the candle but the light had done…
This Mourning Morning came a little early today Woke me up when I…
Tom Robinson Well, the woman said come into my room I don't mean…
Unfolding It's a lazy afternoon on the eastside of Saskatoon I've bee…
Watchewan I got watchewan right here baby Watchin' everything that yo…
Where I Started Where I Started In the midst of this cruel healing I find…
Who's There When I ran around to the back door To see if…
Why I have tried to understand I have tried to be a…
Wide Eyed If you knew that it may end up this way…
Worse Than Before Did I wake you up? Why do you always lie to…