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Syrup

2010-09-18T15:19:50Z

Shaungrech:

'''Syrup''' is the band name used by by vocalist, guitarist and songwriter [[Shaun Grech]].

==History==
Syrup was formed in 1997 as a collaboration between [[Shaun Grech]] and bassist [[Matthew Cuomo]], both previously members of [[Abortive Sex Gauge]] (1993-1996), also composed of [[Malcolm Ciavola]] on drums and [[Ramon Mizzi]] (now filmmamker) on vocals, a band that delivered energetic blends of hardcore, punk and alternative.

In 1998, Matthew and Shaun recorded a four track EP called [[First Prescription]] with session musicians [[Toby Farrugia]](today renowned Maltese DJ/Producer) on drums, and [[Alex Spiteri Gingell]] (of [[Spooky Monkey]] fame) on keyboards and programming. Toby joined the band permanently soon after, a partnership that lasted a number of of years and quite a few gigs. After Matthew's departure in 1999, the bass duties were left in the hands of [[Mark Anthony Vassallo]] (ex-[[Orbus Vitae]]), but the band did not gig over this period, and in 2000 both Mark and Shaun left Malta.

Syrup reformed in late 2002 with Shaun on vocals and guitars, [[Jes Psaila]] (ex-[[Avatar]]) on guitars, [[Sergio Bellizzi]] (ex-Orbus Vitae) on drums, and after a stint on bass by [[Cliff Smith]] (at the time playing with [[Corkscrew]]), settled with [[Bobby Baldachino]] on bass (ex-[[Limestone Kick]], joining the band in 2003. This line up saw the band's most prolific songwriting phase and a number of successful performances on TV and festivals, attracting attention on the alternative scene. During this period, the band worked on new songs intended for a full length album that never saw the light of day.

In 2004, the band broke up on account of personal commitments and side projects. Following Syrup, Shaun went on to become an established artist. He currently resides in Manchester, UK.

==Radio Airplay==
In 2003, Syrup recorded and released their single [[Static H]]. It lodged at number one for several weeks on [[A3 FM]].

[[Category:Musical groups from Malta]]

Static H

2010-09-18T15:15:22Z

Shaungrech:

Static H is a single released by Maltese alternative rock band [[Syrup]] in 2003. It was recorded and produced by [[David Vella]] at [[Temple Studios]] in Mistra. The track had extensive air play, reaching number one on A3 FM, and to wide public acclaim.

Static H

2010-09-18T13:30:51Z

Shaungrech:

Static H is a single released by Maltese rock band [[[http://www.example.com link title]Syrup]] in 2003. It was recorded and produced by [[David Vella]] at [[Temple Studios]] in Mistra. The track was played extensively on all radio stations, reaching number one on A3 FM.

Static H

2010-09-18T12:40:19Z

Shaungrech:

Static H is a single released by Maltese rock band [Syrup] in 2003. It was recorded and produced by David Vella at [Temple Studios] in Mistra. The track was played extensively on all radio stations, reaching number one on A3 FM.

Static H

2010-09-18T12:39:28Z

Shaungrech:

Static H is a single released by Maltese rock band Syrup in 2003. It was recorded and produced by David Vella at Temple Studios in Mistra. The track was played extensively on all radio stations, reaching number one on A3 FM.

First Prescription

2010-09-18T12:37:10Z

Shaungrech:

'''''First Prescription''''' is an EP released by Maltese rock band [[Syrup]]. It was recorded in 1998 at [[Eugenio Schembri]]'s studio in Fgura, Malta. The EP was released and got substantial air play on Maltese radio stations. "Stone" and "Where the flowers don't grow" were crowd favourites during Syrup's live sets.

== Track Listing ==
All songs written by Shaun Grech. The lyrics for "Stone" were based on a poem called "Stone: a dream of butterflies" by [[Adolf Formosa]].

#"Bushtelegraph"
#"Bury my soul"
#"Stone"
#"Where the flowers don't grow"

[[Category:CD releases from Malta]]

Shaun Grech

2010-09-18T12:30:07Z

Shaungrech:

'''Shaun Grech''' is a Maltese vocalist, guitarist, songwriter and artist. Shaun played in alternative band [[Abortive Sex Gauge]] between 1993 and 1996 and founded rock band [[Syrup]] in 1997. Shaun has also contributed vocals to renowned DJ and music producer Toby Farrugia on his albums [[Journey beyond the Sun]] and [[Digi kinda life]].Shaun is also an established artist (www.shaungrech.com), he has exhibited widely, and his work also forms part of the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts in Malta.

== External links ==

[http://www.shaungrech.com Shaun Grech website]

Shaun Grech

2010-09-18T12:29:39Z

Shaungrech:

'''Shaun Grech''' is a Maltese vocalist, guitarist, songwriter and artist. Shaun played in alternative band [[Abortive Sex Gauge]] between 1993 and 1996 and founded rock band [[Syrup]] in 1997. Shaun has also contributed vocals to renowned DJ and music producer Toby Farrugia on his albums [[Journey beyond the Sun]] and [[Digi kinda life]].Shaun is also an established artist (www.shaungrech.com), he has exhibited widely, and his work also forms part of the collection at the Museum of Fina Arts in Malta.

== External links ==

[http://www.shaungrech.com Shaun Grech website]