Members
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About
Big Sugar is a Canadian rock band renowned for their electrifying blend of rock, blues, reggae, and soul influences. Originating from Toronto, the group is fronted by the dynamic Gordie Johnson (vocals, guitar), with Anders Drerup (bass) and Root Valach (drums) rounding out the current lineup. Over the years, Big Sugar has evolved while maintaining a consistent presence on the Canadian music scene with hits like "Diggin’ A Hole" and "If I Had My Way." The band's fusion of genres and energetic live performances have earned them a dedicated following and critical acclaim.
How to Sound Like Big Sugar
Big Sugar's sound is characterized by its gritty, blues-infused rock tones and rhythmic grooves. Gordie Johnson's guitar work is central to the band's sonic identity, often employing Gibson SG guitars to deliver powerful, distortion-laden riffs. The use of the Garnet Herzog amplifier head contributes to their warm, saturated sound, while the Roland JC-120H Jazz Chorus adds a clean, shimmering layer that's perfect for their reggae-inflected tracks. The rhythm section, anchored by Drerup's robust bass lines and Valach's dynamic drumming, provides a solid and engaging backbone, allowing the band to effortlessly shift from hard-hitting rock to soulful reggae rhythms.
Discography
Big Sugar
1992
Five Hundred Pounds
1993
El Seven Night Club
1993
Hemi-Vision
1996
Heated
1998
Brothers And Sisters, Are You Ready?
2001
Brothers & Sisters, Etes Vous Ready?
2001
Hit and Run
2003
Revolution Per Minute
2011
Eliminate Ya! Live!
2012
Yardstyle
2014
Calling All The Youth
2015
Eternity Now
2020
Heated Deluxe 25th Anniversary
2022
Get the Big Sugar Sound
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