The Alex Tintinalli Band
Kitchener based The Alex Tintinalli Band, is fronted by Alex Tintinalli, who turned 15 in April. This highly energetic band plays blues and blues-based rock original and cover songs.
Alex Tintinalli - Guitar & Lead Vocals
Over the past 4 years, Alex has had the honour of sharing stages throughout Ontario with such accomplished professionals as Mel Brown, Robbie Lane and The Disciples, Steve Grisbrook, John McKinley, Darius McKinley, John Lee, Douglas Watson, Dave Rodenburg, Jim Boudreau, Shawn Kellerman, Mike McDonald, Charity Brown, Mike Fitzpatrick (Downchild Blues Band), Dennis Rondeau and Red Young (The Animals) to name a few.Alex has often been referred to as an "old soul" due to the passion and maturity of his guitar playing, singing and incredible stage presence. He writes his own lyrics and directs his band, and in 2006 received a scholarship to the prestigious Guitar Workshop Plus in Oakville, Ontario, a major recognition of his skill and potential. More validation came recently when the local daily newspaper The Record wrote a follow-up article about Alex referring to him as the guitar-shreddin', blues-wailin', bar-rockin' mini-maestro of the local club scene. In 2005, The Record featured Alex on the front page at the request of his many fans then.
Alex also holds a Black Belt in Shaolin Kung-Fu and trains under Master Ron Day, hence the label "Scarlet Dragon Productions" that he founded.
Mike Boltz - Drums and Percussion, Backing Vocals
As a kid raised in Toronto, Ontario, Mike Boltz was naturally exposed to some of Canada's best recording artists through his mother, Charity Brown who was a young Canadian artist constantly performing and recording during most of the 1970's. Mike's sound is a cross between classic rock and blues-funk, with an inner city street playing sound. He has studied with some of Toronto's best and played for many up-and-coming stars. Mike's love for music led him to pursue a music education at Humber College.Leo Tintinalli - Bass guitar, Backing Vocals
Leo has played with a variety of different styles of bands since he was 16 years old. After 12 years of inactivity, he began to re-appear on the music scene, this time fronting a band with his then 13 year old son Alex on guitar. In October 2005, Leo passed the lead vocals and front-man responsibilities on to Alex to form "The Alex Tintinalli Band". In addition to his duties on the bass, he also acts as the band's agent/manager and co-producer of the band's debut album.Special Guest on album: John Lee - Keyboards
John Lee, a native of Montreal now residing in Kitchener, has long been a part of the Canadian music scene. John has toured and recorded with such legends as Matt Minglewood, Mel Brown and the late Dutch Mason. He has also written, co-written and recorded numerous songs with countless other musicians and is passionate, dedicated and meticulous in his efforts. It is a real honour and privilege to have John play on our album. Thanks John!