NEWS FROM THE BAND

Update: December 2009 Posted on 14 Dec 2009 by WARPIG sounds like redundancy, but here we are again, only this time, it was a daunting task that lay in wait for the four of us. There has been offered a proposed concert, stage et all, for the original group WARPIG tentatively scheduled for the summer of 2010. This required us to "re-learn" the songs and lyrics that we had played and recorded on the RED /WHITE album some 30+ years ago. WOW! that was an eye-opener. Needless to say the first day attempting to recreate the magic, structure and enthusiasm that we had exhibited on stage so long ago, quickly resulted in abject frustration and varying degrees of memory lapse. Day 2 was much better as parts and pieces seemed to flood back although each of us had selective cognizance of uor musical contributions. We also developed a great respect for the composers and structure involved in the creation of that original material. How we did it sometimes seemed a mystery but we did and by the final day available, the pieces of that musical mosaic began to take form and the comfort levels were certainly recognizable. There will be many more hours, days, weeks required to put a professional show together, but we are like minded in that we will rise to the challenge, and present that which was, with that which is and that which will be. Stay tuned:     Franks Music Posted on 12 Nov 2008 by WARPIG the "WARPIG C.D." and "T" shirts are now available at FRANKS MUSIC in Moncton N.B. 506-854-1672. WARPIG Update: Sept 19, 2008 Posted on 19 Sep 2008 by WARPIG Once again, the re-uniting of WARPIG took place in Studio RD in May and again in July, in hopes of correcting the annoying slips of recording errors from the last session. It also brought about the realization that time and distance are no friend to musical production. Faced with a great challenge, and with the able assistance of Tom Brennand, we were able to bring most of the songs to a level that was near the comfort of completion. We put aside any new musical contributions in order to concentrate on the task at hand or face a possible Guinness record for longest attempted album release. YES ! We are as close as we can be to the final stroke of the keys (strings, drum-heads) on the long awaited “PILLAR” album. It was an intense session as details and terminologies were hammered out to the final satisfaction of the ensemble.The next step is the conversion of analog to digital which required the use of a fully functional tape machine. We tentatively plan to be in the studio again in October, to assemble the songs as agreed, the final overdubs and the final production, and except for the challenge of pressing and print issues, we should be able to present what has taken so long to complete. We also re-activated Rowdy Music, our publishing company, to control our artistic values. Here are a few shots from the studio as we worked on the annoying little things that seem to take more effort and time than the initial recording. The next update will be far more expedient, and we apologize for the long delay. Update: Sept 27, 2007 Posted on 27 Sep 2007 by WARPIG The four members of the group met at studio R.D. for a three day session to finalize arrangements and bridges for the original compositions that will be offered on the "PILLAR OF FIRE" C.D. It was decided that rather than hurry the process, there would be sufficient time allowed before releasing "PILLAR of FIRE" in order to facilitate Tom Brennand's final production touch. The major balance of original material will be released on the "CRYSTAL MEN" C.D. due out in late 2008. Band Update Posted on 14 May 2007 by WARPIG On April 19th 2007, the band was once again re-united in studio R.D. to finalize material to be released on the "Pillar of Fire" C.D., due out in the fall of 2007. Much of this was spent working with the "lost Tapes" and updated offerings. It was a pleasure to once again have Tom Brennand in the engineer's chair and the three day session (long days) ended on a very positive note. We prepared to do the final overdubs and mastering which will complete this chapter. We will be posting the new C.D. cover on the site soon. Warpig Re-Release CD Posted on 06 Jan 2007 by WARPIG Now avilable to buy, Authentic Warpig White Album T-Shirts and Warpig Re-Release CD's at our newly opened Store. Click here for more information. WARPIG Album Officially Re-Releasing On October 3, 2006 Posted on 15 Sep 2006 by WARPIG We have signed a recording deal with Relapse Records USA, for the original Fonthill Records' WARPIG album officially re-releasing on October 3, 2006. Re-mastering of this new CD by long time Warpig fan Peter J Moore "Master of the Re-Master"! Please note all Warpig CD's other than Relapse RR6591 are unauthorized bootleg copies of inferior quality. Watch for the Forthcoming 'Warpig Store' where Cd's and other Warpig merchandise will be available for sale. Special thanks to new friend of Warpig Dave Buerster of California aka "Winefan" for unearthing a previously unknown tape recording of Warpig in concert before 25,000 people at Mac's Party Rock Festival in Holland Vermont 1973. Dave would accept no money for this exceptional find and went to great lengths to get it into our hands. Dave, you are one in a million! Thank you to Bill Stevens of Warpig hometown Woodstock for unearthing his vintage WARPIG photos used on our website and on our new CD. More thanks to all our friends and fans long term and new for the encouragement and support you have voiced so strongly. Content Management Powered by CuteNews

Warpig Website Mission Statement Posted on 11 Sep 2006 by WARPIG This website is being created with respect for those of you who have heard our music and supported this band either by purchasing our recordings or attending our concerts and shows. We have always appreciated the support, the tears, the fears, the smiles and the many, many miles. As well, we look forward to contact from new fans and music collectors and to welcome you warmly. As we recently unwound old tapes, past recordings of rehearsals, shows, and studio sessions that no-one else has ever heard (this included some band members) set aside for almost 30 years since that unpleasant ceasing of band activities, those old feelings crept back into these aging souls! Don't be too surprised to learn that the band has re-united as friends and are beginning to experiment with new material. Warpig needed a medium to share thoughts, ideas, photos and stories tall and true, and as we go through this voyage, experience the re-discovery of our musical hearts. This website is that collecting point, and it is filled with our hopes to finish something we started together many years back, but that has so far, remained incomplete. We welcome your stories, your band photos, your email addresses, and your visits to this website as we express our hopes of renewing more old friendships, making new contacts and getting acquainted and re-acquainted with you. Keep the faith and be well! Rick, Dana, Ace and Texas John Bretters. 0 Comments