CampX @ The MS Walk - Toronto

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: medium;">A quartet from Toronto that looks and sounds like it was made for arena rock, CampX approaches its songs in dramatic terms: hard-edged in appearance but radio-friendly in delivery.&nbsp; A fervent juxtaposition that, ironically, makes the band all the more convincing.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">&nbsp;</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: medium;">With the exceptional lyricism of the latest CampX album, <em>All Quiet on the Northern Front</em>, frontman Andrew Carswell never pretends that he is too cool for sentimentality.&nbsp; While many of the songs have deeply personal connotations, there exists a subtle ambiguity engaging listeners to search for their own personal interpretations &ndash; assuming that they are not hypnotised by the strength of Andrew&rsquo;s voice &ndash; and the potency by which the band&rsquo;s remaining members &ndash; brother Paul (keyboards/back-up vocals), Jay Corby (drums), Aaron Okada (bass/back-up vocals),&ndash; deliver their wonderfully accessible tunes is the ultimate compliment to Andrew&rsquo;s singing.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">&nbsp;</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Catchy hooks swirl together with lilting counter-melodies to form a rich sonic tapestry that is both over-the-top, and refined in its simplicity.&nbsp; CampX has redefined the &lsquo;wall of sound&rsquo; phraseology to establish an air that easily lends itself to the cavernous venues frequented by today&rsquo;s mega-bands &ndash; though their presence has no less impact on a smaller stage.&nbsp; By recognising that beyond the music there exists a symbiotic relationship between a band and their fans, CampX evokes a sense of intimacy with their live show that is often overlooked by up-and-coming bands.&nbsp; That fact is not lost on its listeners.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">&nbsp;</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: medium;">While the overwhelmingly positive response CampX has received could easily go to its collective head, the band maintains a remarkably even-keeled perspective regarding their next steps.&nbsp; Diversification is of paramount importance when delivering the success of <em>All Quiet on the Northern Front</em> to a larger audience.&nbsp; With a promotional video currently in the can, a radio-campaign and tour coming soon, CampX is working hard to augment their popularity, fan by fan, setting them up for the international stage.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">&nbsp;</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: medium;">A quintet from Toronto that looks and sounds like it was made for arena rock, CampX recognises that with firm direction, sheer determination, and a little bit of luck, their future success will assuredly be as bright as that of any rising star.</span></p><p class="section1">&nbsp;</p>