Dear friends,

We are deeply saddened to hear of the recent passing of two of our Venice friends here in the States. Vivian and Joyce were longtime supporters of the band, and were two of our earliest "Internet Venetians." Their enthusiasm and support for our music, along with their participation in the Venice community spirit, were a part of our first presence on the worldwide web. Online and at shows, they helped us to build a Venice family vibe that spread from state to state and eventually internationally. Our thoughts and sympathies go out to their friends and families.

We wish everyone the best for 2010. Live every day to the fullest.

We'll keep a candle burning...

Venice
Michael, Kipp, Mark and Pat Lennon

Venice is a band of musicians who recall memories of the "Good Old Days" of Woodstock and the music of Southern Califonia.  Their beautiful, heavenly harmonies and catchy songs are a couple of their strong points.  Most of their songs are written by Kipp, Mark, Michael and Pat Lennon.  Singer-songwriter John Vester has also written some songs for the band. Since 1990, Venice has released CDs on a regular basis.  The four are very popular in the Netherlands.  Venice's theater tours are very well attended by the fans and other music devotees.  The band alternates between acoustic and electric shows.  The small and intimate venues are not forgotten by the Lennons.  But last Spring of this year, they were in the Netherlands for a number of rock concerts.  You could see and hear the rocking shows in Arnhem, Deventer, Zoetermeer, Amsterdam and Breda.  Their good friends Mark Harris on bass, Nick Bult on keyboards and Jamie Wollam on drums supported the band.

These shows were recorded.  And as a result, the live CD, "Electric - Live and Amplified" has been released.  A unique document for the fans, but also for newcomers.  The cover looks like a classic.  Therefore, I was curious what the album would bring me.  It hits you on all sides from your speakers.  What a massive and tight sound!  It's obvious that the four masters are having fun.  The foundation is laid down by the electric guitars of Michael and Pat Lennon.  Kipp and Mark take care of the lead vocals.  On this live CD, 15 songs in total, mostly older material can heard.  The disc opens with the highly energetic songs, The Water, Bleeding, Circus in Town and My Woman. The music of Venice has sometimes been described as too mellow.  The opposite is proven by the Lennons on this live CD.  You hear a very inspired and motivated band of musicians.  The CD contains the new rocking song, High So High.  Baby’s Calling culminates with an energetic solo by Michael.  On One Quiet Day, you can clearly hear the interaction between audience and band.  Their hit single Think Again could not have been left off.  One of the highlights of this CD is All my Life.  The song originates from their untitled debut album, and this performance is enhanced by the interweaving of some other well known covers like I Still Haven’t Found What I'm Looking For (U2) and Oh Well (Fleetwood Mac).  The catchy final song, If I Were You, shows Venice at their best.  Sparkling, catchy and with brilliant harmonies.  The joy of performing is highly important for this party band.  And it is a party when you hear and see Venice perform live.  This is a smash of a live rock CD, with beautifully mixed sound.

At the moment, Venice is on tour in Holland.  The band can be seen at:

(venues listed)

This time, Venice performs in a acoustic setting, seated in a cosy Living Room.  I would say, try to get a ticket for one of these shows. Let the beautiful songs and harmonies take control of you.

This live CD and other CDs are on sale at these shows.