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< Back Richard Hobart Vocals, Guitars Discography Date Title Type Listen Member of : Follow the artist

< Back Brian Schembri Conductor, Pianist George Scintilla One of the most brilliant musicians to emerge from Malta, Brian Schembri started his music studies under the guidance of his father Carmelo Schembri, very early establishing a reputation as a highly talented concert pianist, frequently performing on TV, radio and at public concert halls. After he became the youngest ever to obtain the Licentiate of the Royal Schools of Music (London) he continued his studies at the Kiev and Moscow “Tchaikowsky” State Conservatories. There he actively participated in the student concert life, both as pianist and conductor, winning first prize in the "Beethoven Concerto Competition". He obtained an M.A.(music) and did post-graduate course in piano with Alexander Snegiriov and Serguei Dorensky as well as conducting with Roman Kofman and Gennady Rozhdestvensky. In 1989, he was appointed assistant conductor with Michel Plasson at the Orchestre du Capitole and the Theatre du Capitole de Toulouse, also collaborating with prestigious conductors James Judd, Edoardo Muller, Serge Baudo, Yuri Temirkanov, Garcia Navarro, Armin Jordan and Emmanuel Krivine. He has been guest conductor with the State Philharmonic Orchestras of Ukraine, Macedonia, Kielce and Tirgu Muras, l'Orchestra Sinfonica di San Remo, l'Orchestre Symphonique et Lyrique de Nancy, the Sinfonietta, the London Mozart Players, l'Orchestre de Bretagne, l'Orchestra Ciutat de Barcelona, Oquestra regional de Murcia, the Philharmonic Orchestras of Odessa, Brasov, Novosibirsk, the Moscow Soloists, the Academic Orchestra of Lisbon, l'Orchestre Philharmonique de France, Royal Oman Symphony Orchestra, Krakow Philharmonic Orchestra, l’Orchestra Filarmonica Marchigiana, the Chamber Orchestra of Geneva, l'Orchestre National du Capitole de Toulouse, l’Orchestre Nationale de Radio France, the Lithuanian State Symphony Orchestra, l'Orchestre National de Lyon, Sofia National Opera Orchestra, the Hong Kong Philharmonic, EU Chamber orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Nordwestdeutsche Philharmonie, the National Philharmonic Orchestra of Russia, the Svetlanov State Symphony Orchestra and the London Philharmonic Orchestra. Brian Schembri has been Chief Conductor of the OPF Orchestra, the Orquestra Metropolitana de Lisboa, Music Director and Consultant of Malta National Theatre “Teatru Manoel” and Artistic Director and Principal Conductor of the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra. Brian Schembri has been awarded the Malta Cultural Award and the Medal for Service to the Republic. He has collaborated with soloists including Lucia Aliberti, Tatiana Lisnic, Karen Huffstodt, Sandrine Piau, Jose Cura, Joseph Calleja, Gianluca Terranova, Oleg Kulko, Alexandre Da Costa, Alexander Kniazev, Colin Carr, Sergey Antonov, Ludmila Berlinskaia, Oleg Polianksy, Balazs Szokolay, Anne Queffelec, Emma Johnson, Julien Martineau and has performed at the “Festival Massenet”, “Kiev Symphonic Evenings”, “Octobre en Normandie”, “Les Rencontres Musicales d'Evian”, “Festa da Musica”, “Lisboa em Festa”, transmitted live on Eurovision, “Festival MusicAtlantico”, "Fêtes de Genève", “Festival de Piano Vendôme”, “Henley Festival”, “Kings Lynn Festival”, “Colmar International Festival”, “G7 Summit Concert” in Lyon which was televised internationally. He has also conducted opera productions with ARCAL, Ensemble Justiniana, the Atelier Lyrique du Centre, Opera Nomade (Paris), the Rennes and Nancy Opera Theatres, the National Opera and Ballet Theatre of Lvov, Opera Hong Kong, Lübeck Opera Theatre and has composed music for theatre productions at the Manoel Theatre, Teatru Strada Stretta in Malta, the Comédie Française in Paris and the Malta Pavilion at the Biennale di Venezia 2022. Besides giving piano recitals in Malta, Italy, France, Ukraine, Switzerland, Germany, Russia and Great Britain, he has recorded a CD Piano Recital of sonatas by Beethoven, Schubert and Rachmaninov and other CDs of works by Charles Camilleri with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (Divine Art Diversions DDV24126), Bach concertos with the European Union Chamber Orchestra (Divine Art DDA 25128), Tansman wind concertos with Diego Dini Ciacci and Fabrizio Meloni (CPO 555 079-2). Receiving critical acclaim as an artist of high caliber for his strongly passionate and lyrical performances, he has forged a strong reputation for a moving profound musicality. Discography Date Title Type Listen Member of : Follow the artist

< Back Nick Morales Guitars, Vocals Nick Morales came kicking and screaming into this world on the 24th July 1981, andafter a while he realised that he had a nasty passion for music. Since he first picked upan instrument, he has played in numerous local outfits including Thera, Yellow Poppers, Try See Kill, Oblong, Lynch, Noetic, No Bling Show, Carrie Haber, Mikaela, MsLeads, Sempliciment Tat-Triq and Dripht amongst many others. Aside from organising Rock the South Malta festival, Nick Morales also recently became an official partner of the beloved and large scale Malta festival Earth Garden. Nick's international exposure includes touring with local band Dripht in London in July 2006 and managing tours for Maltese bands in Copenhagen, Denmark, alongside Jesper Ejrup, a key contact from Denmark. His management efforts have facilitated tours for nosnow/noalps, Cable35, Carrie Haber, Twenty Six Other Worlds, Bletchley Park, Red Electrick, and For Strings Inn in various countries including Denmark, Scotland, Austria, Paris, London, Milan, and Italy. Some notable achievements include: Recording with Carrie Haber in London at Air Studios with Grammy Award-winning producer Steve Orchard in May 2010. A European acoustic tour with nosnow/noalps in September 2011, funded by The Malta Arts Fund, covering Denmark, Paris, London, and Milan. Supporting major bands like The Hives in Malta in September 2017 and Kaiser Chiefs in August 2018. Initiating the Rock the City Malta festival in 2018 and Malta Takes London, a platform for Maltese artists to perform in London. Nick also ventured into record production with the establishment of Kewn Records in early 2018, releasing Bila's single "Do What I Want" in collaboration with Canadian label Kingfisher Bluez. In addition to his musical pursuits, Nick has directed, produced, filmed, and edited over 30 music videos under nosweat Productions. He remains actively involved in promoting concerts, traveling, and cooking, continuing to enrich the musical landscape in Malta and abroad. Discography Date Title Type Listen Member of : Follow the artist

< Back Dion Farrell Vocals, Guitars Discography Date Title Type Listen Member of : Follow the artist

Tea Crisis < Back A classic rock/Pink Floyd band that has been around for over 10 years with varying formations. Recently appeared at BirguFest and Beland Music Festival. Currently working on Pink Floyd related project Band Members Conrad Vassallo Drums Conrad Vassallo Anthony Scicluna Bass Anthony Scicluna Chris Role' Keyboards Chris Role' Edward Mifsud Guitars, Vocals Edward Mifsud Andrew Triganza Scott Keyboards Andrew Triganza Scott Clint Galea Vocals, Guitars Clint Galea Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

Krejon < Back The founders of the band are brothers and guitarists, Mario and Manuel. Heavily influenced by instrumental guitar music, they started experimenting by writing instrumental pieces and songs together. Once they had composed several songs, Christopher joined the band, initially as a percussionist and then as a drummer. Later, Alan joined the band on bass. The band as a 4 piece was formed mid-2021. Their first gig took place in December 2021. After a few gigs later, the band discussed the idea of adding different instruments to the band. Keyboardist Steve joined Krejon a few months later. Their first EP, consisting of 6 tracks, was released inMay 2023. The band are also currently working on new songs for future albums. Band Members Manuel Galea Guitars Manuel Galea Steve Buttigieg Piano Steve Buttigieg Christoffer Mercieca Drums Christoffer Mercieca Alan Casha Bass Alan Casha Mario Galea Guitars Mario Galea Discography Date Title Type Listen Buy the band's merch Follow the band Previous Band Next Band

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< Back Clayton Cini Drums, Guitars Rockphoto.no Discography Date Title Type Listen Member of : Follow the artist

< Back Charles Buttigieg Baritone Facebook Charles Buttigieg, a prodigious baritone hailing from the picturesque island of Gozo, Malta, is poised to reclaim his place on the international stage after honing his craft at the prestigious Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, USA. Born with a passion for music, Charles's journey into the world of opera began to take shape during his formative years at Ghajsielem Higher Secondary School in 2017. His innate talent and dedication soon caught the attention of the BOV Joseph Calleja Foundation, which provided crucial support throughout his early career development. In 2018, Charles embarked on a transformative chapter by securing a full-tuition scholarship at the Curtis Institute of Music. Located in Philadelphia, Curtis is renowned for its rigorous training and selective admission process, making it a fitting institution for someone of Charles's caliber. Here, under the mentorship of esteemed faculty, Charles pursued an Arts degree in Music, specializing in opera performance. His studies have not only refined his vocal prowess but also enriched his understanding of the operatic repertoire. Charles Buttigieg distinguishes himself not only as a baritone of exceptional ability but also as a versatile performer. His repertoire spans a diverse range of languages and styles, including French, German, Italian, Russian, and Czech operas. He has graced the stage with acclaimed orchestras such as the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra and the New York Metropolitan Orchestra, showcasing his ability to embody roles ranging from the commanding Figaro in Rossini's Barbiere di Siviglia to the poignant Masetto in Mozart's Don Giovanni. His dedication to opera extends beyond performances; Charles is deeply involved in the study and interpretation of complex operatic roles. Currently, he is preparing for future engagements, including interpretations of Hamlet in Thomas's Hamlet and the titular role in Verdi's Rigoletto. Charles Buttigieg's talent has not gone unnoticed in the opera community. In 2021, he was recognized with the Encouragement Award at the Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition, a testament to his growing stature in the opera world. Beyond his achievements on stage, Charles remains committed to his roots and continues to draw inspiration from his upbringing in Gozo. His journey, supported by the BOV Joseph Calleja Foundation and the Curtis Institute of Music, underscores his resilience and determination to excel in the competitive realm of opera. As Charles prepares to re-enter the international stage, his future shines brightly, promising audiences around the world a glimpse into the profound artistry of this exceptional baritone from Gozo, Malta. Discography Date Title Type Listen Member of : Follow the artist

< Back Adam Bonello Guitars Discography Date Title Type Listen Member of : Follow the artist

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< Back Keith Ellul Guitars @rocknroll_malta Discography Date Title Type Listen Member of : Follow the artist

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< Back Blasio Muscat Vocals, Bass Modern Tribe Photography Blasio was the final piece of the puzzle. Gozo lacks Metal musicians, especially drummers and bass players. Therefore, when Joe (Costa, Guitars) suggested we invite his former band mate Blasio for a jam, it was quite an easy decision. After his first jam with the rest of the band, inviting Blasio to join Ascendor was an even easier decision. Blasio had formerly played with Joe between 2005 and 2009 in ‘Lost Cause’ and ‘Inner Grey’ where they recorded two albums, ‘…If Systems Persist’ and ‘Sinister Seven’. Following Inner Grey’s disbanding, the latter album was never released. Discography Date Title Type Listen Member of : Follow the artist

< Back Alessandro Granato Vocals Discography Date Title Type Listen Member of : Follow the artist

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< Back Oliver Perez Drummer Discography Date Title Type Listen Member of : Follow the artist

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< Back Albert Bell Vocals, Bass, Guitars Born on 6th November, 1967, Albert “Dr.Doom” Bell has been championing heavy metal ever since his entry into the Maltese metal since the 1980s. Handling bass duties, he formed his first band Exorcist (later renamed Kremation) in 1984, which was one of the Island’s incipient speed/thrash metal bands. Kremation hit the local stages regularly and passionately in their hey-day and released a full-length album on cassette titled “Guardian of the Realm” in 1987, which was launched at City Hall theatre in Floriana (previously called ABC). Following Kremation’s untimely demise in 1988, Albert joined Malta’s most seminal speed/thrash metal band Vandals on bass in 1989, leaving the band in 1991 to help establish Forsaken and doom metal as a powerful force in Malta and beyond. With five full-length albums, two EPs and one split EP and countless live shows both locally and abroad, Forsaken remain a mainstay in epic doom metal, and have helped to internationalise the Maltese metal scene. In 2006, Albert co-founded Nomad Son – a band with combines vintage, classic rock elements with doom metal, which is presently working on its long-awaited fourth full-length album while still hitting the stage with the same furore and fervour that characterised the band’s live shows in Malta and abroad since their inception. In 2011, Albert decided to start his own studio project , Albert Bell’s Sacro Sanctus , which sees Albert handling all the song-writing, vocals and most of the instrumentation, while paying homage to his formative influences, from Venom and Celtic Frost, to Motorhead and Black Sabbath. A fourth full-length album (charting 700 years of medieval European history) titled “Sword of Fierbois” was released in September, 2022 once more on Italy’s Metal on Metal Records. In 2019, Albert re-joined Vandals (now called X-Vandals ) on second guitar. The band are presently focused on writing a new album to which Albert is also contributing to. Albert is also the founder of the Malta Doom Metal festival, which is now on hiatus after 10 memorable editions (between 2009-2018) where Albert and his team secured memorable shows by various doom and old school metal bands to the gratification of the Island’s passionate doom and old school metal community. In 2021, Albert was recruited by the historic Brazilian doom band The Cross to handle all the bass work for their new album “Act II: Walls of the Forgotten”. The album was released by Cyprus’ Pitch Black Records early 2023. Discography Date Title Type Listen Member of : Follow the artist

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