O'2L
One of greatest little bands to hit the jazz/rock world, O’2L, delivers a freshness in music that awakens the soul. The Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s Jane Mangini and Al Pitrelli effortlessly incorporate elements of jazz, blues, rock, and contemporary electronica into arrangements that are comparable to peers such as Saint Germain, Deep Forest, and Enigma, as well as Hollywood composer/arrangers like Craig Armstrong (Romeo + Juliet, Massive Attack) and David Arnold (the James Bond franchise, Björk). O’2L has a pulse that can’t be ignored.
The Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) went unnoticed for only so long before becoming one of rock music’s most exhilarating live bands, it’s only a matter of time before O’2L captivates the country with it’s distinctive sound. The reinterpretation of the Doors’ 1971 hit, “Riders on the Storm,” fluidly conveys the ingenuity that is laid out on the album’s 13 tracks, however it only hints at the brilliance of the collaboration between Jane Mangini and Al Pitrelli.
O’2L’s sophomore album, Doyle’s Brunch, is named for an Irish pub in Boston where Jane once worked, a neighborhood hangout with true personality. The colorful characters that came and went are resurrected in instrumentals that capture the frenetic energy of the venue on a Sunday morning. The telling of stories without words is eloquently achieved through Jane’s soulful touch on keyboards and Al’s intuitive lead on guitar.
On "Come And Get It", Jane's light, lively runs and rhythmic dexterity intermingle with jazzy brass and Al's deft, sensitive fills. The fast paced, jubilant "Mountain City Playhouse" suggests the original Star Wars cantina band, dropped into the middle of a Wild West saloon. "City Chicken" burbles along like New Orleans funk, punctuated by mellow interludes that recall the deceptively sophisticated arrangements of Steely Dan, while "Missing Kate" anchors its stately atmospherics established via classical string textures with subdued hip-hop beats.
O’2L’s craftsmanship is attributed to complimentary minds and exceptional talent. Jane, a Florida native, attended Berklee in Boston. In addition to touring with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra for the past few years, Jane has recorded two records and played with New England Favorite, Rick Berlin. A classically trained musician, Al Pitrelli has made his mark in the rock world performing with heavy metal groups like Megadeth and Savatage. He also worked with Alice Cooper, Asia and Dee Snider’s group Widowmaker.
Together, with the help of John O.Reilly (drummer from TSO west), Tommy Farese ,Kelly Keeling ,Maxx Mann (singers from TSO west) and Chris Altenhoff (bassist and musical director for the TSO backup band), Mangini and Pitrelli tour the country painting a vivid picture and bringing it to life. O’2L has an edge that manifests pure spirit and grace, creating a sound that will forever linger in the blueprints of jazz/rock fusion.
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra 2009/10 Winter Tour
November 2009
Nov 1 2009 3:00P
Omaha Mid America Omaha, Nebraska
Nov 1 2009 7:30P
Omaha Mid America Omaha, Nebraska
Nov 2 2009 7:30P
Kansas Coliseum Wichita, Kansas
Nov 3 2009 8:00P
Pepsi Center Denver, Colorado
Nov 4 2009 4:00P
World Arena Colorado Springs, Colorado
Nov 4 2009 8:00P
World Arena Colorado Springs, Colorado
Nov 7 2009 3:00P
Peoria Civic Center Peoria, Illinois
Nov 7 2009 8:00P
Peoria Civic Center Peoria, Illinois
Nov 8 2009 3:00P
Resch Center Green Bay, Wisconsin
Nov 8 2009 7:30P
Resch Center Green Bay, Wisconsin
Nov 9 2009 7:30P
Kohl Center Madison, Wisconsin
Nov 12 2009 7:30P
Allen County Fort Wayne, Indiana
Nov 13 2009 8:00P
i Wireless Center Moline, Illinois
Nov 14 2009 3:00P
Target Center Minneapolis, Minnesota
Nov 15 2009 4:00P
Aelerus Center Grand Forks, North Dakota
Nov 16 2009 7:30P
MTS Center Winipeg
Nov 18 2009 7:30P
Pengrowth Saddledome Calgary
Nov 20 2009 8:00P
Pacific Colliseum Vancouver
Nov 21 2009 3:00P
Key Arena Seattle, Washington
Nov 21 2009 8:00P
Key Arena Seattle, Washington
Nov 22 2009 3:00P
Rose Garden Portland, Oregon
Nov 22 2009 7:30P
Rose Garden Portland, Oregon
Nov 25 2009 4:00P
Energy Solutions SLC, Utah
Nov 25 2009 8:00P
Energy Solutions SLC, Utah
Nov 27 2009 3:00P
Reno Events Center Reno, Nevada
Nov 27 2009 8:00P
Reno Events Center Reno, Nevada
Nov 28 2009 3:00P
Arco Arena Sacramento, California
Nov 28 2009 8:00P
Arco Arena Sacramento, California
Nov 29 2009 3:00P
HP Pavillion San Jose, California
Nov 29 2009 7:30P
HP Pavillion San Jose, California
December 2009
Dec 2 2009 7:30P
Save Mart Center Fresno, California
Dec 3 2009 8:00P
The Pond Anaheim, California
Dec 4 2009 8:00P
San Diego Sports Arena San Diego, California
Dec 5 2009 3:00P
Orleans Arena Las Vegas, Nevada
Dec 5 2009 8:00P
Orleans Arena Las Vegas, Nevada
Dec 6 2009 3:00P
Jobbing.com Phoenix, Arizona
Dec 6 2009 7:30P
Jobbing.com Phoenix, Arizona
Dec 9 2009 4:00P
Pan American Center Las Cruces, New Mexico
Dec 9 2009 8:00P
Pan American Center Las Cruces, New Mexico
Dec 10 2009 7:30P
United Spirit Arena Lubbock, Texas
Dec 11 2009 8:00P
BOK Center Tulsa, Oklahoma
Dec 12 2009 3:00P
Scottrade Center St Louis, Missouri
Dec 12 2009 8:00P
Scottrade Center St Louis, Missouri
Dec 13 2009 3:00P
Bradley Center Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Dec 13 2009 7:30P
Bradley Center Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Dec 16 2009 4:00P
Fed Ex Forum Memphis, Tennessee
Dec 16 2009 8:00P
Fed Ex Forum Memphis, Tennessee
Dec 17 2009 7:30P
New Orleans Arena New Orleans, Louisiana
Dec 18 2009 8:00P
Century Tel Center Bossier City, Louisiana
Dec 19 2009 3:00P
Alltel Arena Little Rock, Arkansas
Dec 19 2009 8:00P
Century Tel Center Little Rock, Arkansas
Dec 20 2009 3:00P
Ford Center Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Dec 20 2009 7:30P
Ford Center Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Dec 22 2009 8:00P
Wells Fargo Arena Des Moines, Iowa
Dec 23 2009 3:00P
Sprint Center Kansas City, Missouri
Dec 23 2009 8:00P
Sprint Center Kansas City, Missouri
Dec 26 2009 3:00P
AT&T Center San Antonio, Texas
Dec 26 2009 8:00P
AT&T Center San Antonio, Texas
Dec 27 2009 3:00P
Toyota Center Houston, Texas
Dec 27 2009 7:30P
Toyota Center Houston, Texas
Dec 28 2009 3:00P
Frank Erwin Center Austin, Texas
Dec 28 2009 8:00P
Frank Erwin Center Austin, Texas
Dec 30 2009 3:00P
American Airlines Arena Dallas, Texas
Dec 30 2009 8:00P
American Airlines Arena Dallas, Texas
January 2010
Jan 2 2010 3:00P
BJCC Birmingham, Alabama
Jan 2 2010 8:00P
BJCC Birmingham, Alabama
Jan 3 2010 3:00P
Sommet Center Nashville, Tennessee
Jan 3 2010 7:30P
Sommet Center Nashville, Tennesee
Hope to see you on the road!!
John O.
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