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5440 are one of the most important popular music groups to emerge from the Canadian cultural landscape. With more than 2 decades of performing and recording behind them, the band has an unbelievable catalogue of hit songs. Lead by chief songwriter Neil Osborne, 5440 have carved out a legacy of gold and platinum albums and a outstanding reputation for their live performances that carries through to this day. Over 25 years, 2000 performances, and 16 releases the secret to 5440’s longevity is their ability to redefine and reinvent themselves, taking long time 5440 fans on a ride that is bound to pick up new young fans on the way. To experience 5440 in concert is to experience how songs have touched and continue to touch people’s lives. From people who have followed the band from their humble beginnings in east Vancouver to new young fans that have discovered the truly original band that is 5440, a 5440 concert is extraordinary affair that bridges the gaps of generations through a shared love of music. “I simply can’t find the right words to describe 54.40, one of the most respected Canadian bands ever. Can one possibly gauge the accomplishments they have attained during their two-decade-long journey in one sentence? The answer in my mind is no,” Scene Magazine. In its original trio form, 54.40 played its first gig on New Year’s Eve 1981 at the ‘Smilin’ Buddha Cabaret’ in Vancouver. After recording a couple of independent releases and reconfiguring the band as a foursome, they signed with Warner Brothers in the US and released four albums. Then in 1991, 54.40 found a new home on Columbia Records at Sony Music Canada. Since then, the band has toured throughout the world, released 9 more albums, received numerous awards and has achieved almost a dozen Top-10 hit singles. Along with their incredible songwriting ability, 54.40 expanded their horizons by opening their own studio, racking up producing and mixing credits. Neil Osborne produced Juno nominated Jets Overhead and Winnipeg singer songwriter Cara Luft, while guitarist Dave Genn produced up and coming rock bands Marianna’s Trench, Arm Chair Cynics and is a co-songwriter for the chart topping Headley. In 2005, the band appropriately signed a recording agreement with True North Records, one of Canada’s longest standing independent labels. Since hooking up with True North, the band released the acclaimed “Yes To Everything” album and followed it with a live DVD titled “This Is Here This Is Now. The latter recorded at the magnificent Commodore Ballroom during their traditional annual October appearance at the Vancouver landmark. Throughout their journey, 54.40 remains creative and fresh, growing musically and lyrically with each project. “A band has to evolve with its audience to keep their interest,” stated Brad Merritt. “We make records based on where we’re at, at that time. So it’s kind of like a time capsule.” When asked about their track record Matt Johnson once commented, “one thing we hear consistently is ‘I didn’t know you guys had so many hits,’ but we just consider ourselves songwriters. We enjoy the craft and whether we’re trying to write an eight-minute epic or just a three-minute pop song, it’s very enjoyable for us and we’re not afraid to do either.” (London Free Press) The fans that 54.40 cultivates, demonstrate an impressive loyalty to the music, whether recorded, online or live. 54.40’s website (5440.com) and MySpace Page (myspace.com/fiftyfourforty) both have a thriving community of fans. In a live setting, 54.40 continues to play to sold-out audiences and remains one of the leading lights on the Canadian tour circuit. “This band has showed once again that it has the songs, the talent and the personality to rise to any occasion,” said The Ottawa Citizen in a past concert review. The Calgary Herald phrased it in a different way: “Whatever the tempo, every song had a hook bound to stay imbedded in the minds of audience members, who screamed themselves hoarse.” Neil Osborne told Canadian Musician: “It’s weird every once in a while, I’ll look back and think, wow. You kind of forget where you’ve been and everything you’ve done, and how long you’ve been doing it. But then once in a while you just realize what a wealth of experience as a band together we have.”

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54-40 on tour this November

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Nov 03 2008, 11:39 AM

54-40 on tour this November

54-40 has a ton of tour dates coming up this month, including some that have only just been announced in Montreal and Ottawa. For full details and ticket information, take a look at our tour date page on the website at http://www.5440.comor on our myspace page at http://www.myspace.com/fiftyfourforty

See you at the shows...

Nov 6, 2008 - Edmonton, AB - Myer Horowitz Theatre

Nov 7, 2008 - Calgary, AB - Flames Central

Nov 8, 2008 - Regina, SK - The Distrikt

Nov 10, 2008 - Winnipeg, MB - Silverado's

Nov 12, 2008 - Thunder Bay, ON - Thunder Bay Community Auditorium

Nov 15, 2008 - Sarnia, ON - The Industry Theatre

Nov 17, 2008 - Hamilton, ON - The Studio at Hamilton Place

Nov 18, 2008 - Ottawa, ON - Live Lounge

Nov 19, 2008 - Waterloo, ON - Starlight

Nov 20, 2008 - Barrie, ON - Foundation Nite Club

Nov 22, 2008 - Toronto, ON - Danforth Music Hall

Nov 23, 2008 - Oshawa, ON - The Regent Theatre

Nov 24, 2008 - Belleville, ON - The Empire Theatre

Nov 25, 2008 - Montreal, QC - Petit Campus

Nov 28, 2008 - Halifax, NS - The Cunard Centre

Nov 29, 2008 - Fredericton, NB - Fredericton Playhouse

Nov 30, 2008 - St. John's, NL - Holy Heart Theatre
Aug 18 2008, 04:34 PM

Just added: new single "Snap" from Northern Soul!

"Snap" is the first single from 54-40's upcoming album, "Northern Soul". Have a listen here and add it to your iLike profile!
May 23 2008, 05:12 PM

5440 Free Download + news!

“NORTHERN SOUL” MP3 FREE DOWNLOAD BY CLICKING HERE:
YOU CAN ALSO DOWNLOAD THE BRAND NEW TRACK "NORTHERN SOUL" FOR FREE FROM OUR ILIKE SITE!!

Northern Soul on YouTube - Update
Hi Everyone! The animated video from Sol Friedman for the new track Northern Soul is now on You Tube.
If you like the video be sure to tell you tube that you want to see Northern Soul by 5440 featured on You Tube Canada editor@youtube.com" target="_blank">send an email to request Northern Soul by 5440 be featured!
CLICK HERE NOW to Watch Northern Soul on You Tube.
You can also join the Spread the Peace 5440 Campaign on Facebook for updates

TOUR DATES! (UPDATED)
June 27 Buffalo, NY
Club Infinity
For more info visit Club Infinity Website Here.

June 28 Niagra on the Lake, ON
Jackson Triggs Winery
For more info visit the Jackson Triggs Website here

June 29 Bala, ON
Kee to Bala For more info CLICK HERE.

July 1 Vancouver, BC *NEW*
Canada Day Celebrations – Canada Place / Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre

July 12 Ottawa, ON
H.O.P.E. Summerfest For tickets click here
Charity Auction for World Vision Features 5440 Items:
54*40 recently participated in a charity project to benefit World Vision which aids children living in poverty in Africa. Auctioned items will include a photo of the band, as well as an autographed index card. The auction will run June 2-6 on ebay.

For updates on auction links etc... Please CLICK HERE.
May 16 2008, 02:11 PM

Spread the Peace Facebook Page

The New Northern Soul video now has it's own dedicated Facebook page. Be sure to check it out and become a fan and post it to your facebook if you feel so inclined.
Click here to check out the Spread the Peace Facebook Page!
May 16 2008, 01:21 PM

Norther Soul and Tour Dates!

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For those of you who aren't on myspace the Northern Soul video has been posted to You Tube so now you can imbed it on your wesite, post it to your Facebook page and keep spreading the word of peace!
CLICK HERE NOW TO WATCH NORTHERN SOUL ON YOUTUBE OR EMBED THE VIDEO!!

We have also added SUMMER TOUR DATES in Ontario with more to come so stay tuned!

TOUR DATES
June 28, 2008
Niagra on the Lake, ON

Jackson Triggs Est Winery
For more information on Tickets and Ticket packages please visit the Jackson Triggs Website.

June 29, 2008
Bala, ON

Kee To Bala
Check Kee to Bala Website for tickets, info and updates.

July 12, 2008
Ottawa , ON

H.O.P.E. Volleyball SummerFEST
Tickets available by clicking here. For more info, please visit the SummerFEST Website
Apr 25 2008, 06:13 PM

Head's Up! Northern Soul

New 5440 Video Featured MONDAY on MySpace Canada

We wanted to give you all a head’s up that 5440 has created a video for a newly recorded song Northern Soul which will be the featured video on MySpace Canada on April 28th.

The video was animated by Ontario artist Sol Friedman.

The song appears on the still to be completed new 5440 record due out later this year.

Be sure to visit MySpace Canada on April 28th and watch the video.

Remember, the more people that watch 5440’s video on Monday April 28th the higher we rank on the myspace video charts SO Tell Your Friends by clicking here:

http://truenorthrecords.com/5440

CLICK HERE NOW to visit 5440’s video myspace site:

http://tinyurl.com/45fkfl

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