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His first involvement with the music scene was as editor of a Fanzine devoted to independent bands. At the same time, Joel was writing his own songs and, in 2001 , he released some of his recordings under the name The Hidden Cameras on his own Independent Record Label EvilEvil ; a CD entitled ''Ecce Homo''. He then gathered together a group of musicians to perform his work, playing everywhere from churches to porn theatres to parks. Along the way the band grew to include up to thirteen members, including a string section, choir and go-go dancers, its audience growing at the same time. In 2003 the Hidden Cameras were signed to Rough Trade , a well known British record label who released the band's next CD/LP, '' The Smell Of Our Own '' the same year. They began to tour North America and Europe extensively. The LP/CD '' Mississauga Goddam '' followed in 2004 , both recordings produced by Joel Gibb. Gibb exhibits his artwork in various galleries. This includes his drawings and banners, both of which are featured on The Hidden Cameras CDs and records. As well, the handstitched banners are often hung from the ceiling at band performances. Featuring symbols relating to different aspects of the group such as cameras, nooses, bread, skulls, cakes and many more, they are arranged in unusual combinations and create a dense layer of meanings. He also shows the videos he has directed for The Hidden Cameras. EXTERNAL LINK |
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