The Walk (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1987 |
| Defunct | 1996 |
| Headquarters | Sudbury, Ontario , Canada |
| Products | Music albums and singles |
The Walk was an alternative rock group originating from Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1987, the lineup included vocalist and guitarist Dave Allan, guitarist and keyboardist Jason Frederick, bassist Eric Forget, and drummer James Prudhomme. The band ceased activities in 1996.
History
Initially performing under the name "Painted Black" with guitarist James Cahill, the ensemble adopted the name The Walk in 1989.
Their first album, Hollow, was self-released in 1990 and produced by John Newlands. That same year, they participated in the compilation "From Under The Slag Heap" issued by campus radio station CFLR (currently CKLU-FM). The Walk also embarked on occasional tours, sharing stages with artists such as The Tragically Hip and Sarah McLachlan.
After relocating to Hamilton, Ontario in 1991, they introduced their sophomore album, Insomuch, featuring Billy Bruhmuller on guitar after Cahill's departure. This release achieved national college radio airplay and charted across Canada.
By 1993, operating as a quartet, The Walk recorded some of their most refined work under producer Colin Cripps at Grant Avenue Studios. Initial tracks were released on the Wellington Street EP, followed by the full-length album Turbine, produced by Cripps and mixed by Mark S. Berry. They secured a contract with MCA (now part of Universal Music Group) Canada. The single and accompanying video for "Given It All Away" received rotation on MuchMusic. The band engaged in extensive touring, supporting groups including Crash Vegas, Junkhouse, The Headstones, 13 Engines, Trooper, Waltons, and The Watchmen.
After nearly ten years marked by critical recognition but limited commercial breakthrough, The Walk disbanded in 1996. While most members exited the music scene, Frederick continues to compose and release music for film and television projects.
Discography
- Hollow (1990)
- Insomuch (1992)
- Wellington Street EP (1993)
- Given It All Away CD single (1994)
- Turbine (1994)
External links
- The Walk on Myspace.com
- The Walk (disambiguation)