RAW Boswin and the Gonnabees are a Calgary-based Original Rock Band, consisting of Singer/Songwriter Rob Oswin (Acoustic/Vox), Terry Lacroix (Bass/Vox), Gavin Sorochan (Drums) and Sandy Switzer (Pedal Steel). Their music is a breath of fresh air, ranging from Classic Rock to rockin' Country, Blues and Folk. Their original songs are presented with passion and conviction by these talented performers. Influences include Boston, Chicago, Red Rider, Pink Floyd, Billy Joel and Elton John. An array of great melodies and meaningful lyrics add up to a win-win for our clients!
RAW Boswin and the Gonnabees is the culmination of over 25 years of blood, sweat, tears and relentless pursuit of music by this born-and-raised Edmontonian Singer/Songwriter Rob Oswin. Writing, recording and performing in so many venues has produced the rich tracks presented here. Raw Boswin’s attention to detail in the studio and Rob's "show-don't-tell" approach to songwriting are fortified by his deep and personal lyrical content.
RAW Boswin's music appeals to all ages and demographics. As the list of influences would imply, the songs are melodic and meaningful, and anything goes. Musical tone and mood are masterfully used to emblazon each track with an attitude or undercurrent for the lyrics and melody to bounce off of. Each song in RAW Boswin's catalogue is strong and personal.
When I daydream of better days and crazy stuff like that, I usually picture a time when I was younger and understood less about my world. All I Want is to believe life is as simple as I thought it was when I was younger. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
This song describes the feelings of a freshly divorced man, who is getting through it with whiskey and women. Bitter-sweet feelings of remorse and realization. Male Vocals, Rock, Soft Rock
This songs speaks about a tattered love the seems to find a way to stay together in the end. Features Resonator and "Eaglesque" instrumentation. Male Vocals, Rock, Roots Rock
Dreaming about movie-star love, this song was inspired by the twisted love of Sharon Stone and Robert Deniro in the movie Casino. The song is about dusting your-self off and getting back in the game of love, Male Vocals, Folk, Contemporary Folk
Feel Good Love Song, Friends, Support, Trust, Wedding Anniversary, Unconditional Love, Best Friends, Understanding Each Other, True Love, Realizing That You Are in Love,, Male Vocals, Rock, Melodic Rock
A tongue in cheek song about a boy trapped inside a 44 year old's body. Realizing that you can make it on your own and you don't need to seek approval from anybody. Fun, sassy, rebellious - "What, you don't love me anymore? I'm a big boy now..." Discuss the weather, ignore the real issues. Male Vocals, Rock, British Invasion
Having a really bad day isn't necessarily a bad thing if you actually admit it to yourself. Female Background vocals testifying to the storyteller's Manic depressive plight! Powerfully intrumented with nice mandolin parts. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Things change in a hurry, and life hinges on the smallest of details. This song deals with how decisions you make have an such a drastic effect on those around you. Male Vocals, Rock, Melodic Rock
Acoustic guitar, male vocal, patriotic tribute music. A father's perspective on sending his boy to war and how he changed once he came home. Male Vocals, Rock, Melodic Rock
There is a conscious shift occurring in the world today. This dynamic track talks about stopping war and the loss of innocent life for profit. Featuring Greg Godovitz on Lead Guitar this tune rocks peace and freedom. Love will heal the world. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
An ispirational song from a father to his daughter. Sounds a little like the Beatles "Blackbird." Loving and hopeful ballad with soulful male vocals and lyrics. Male Vocals, Rock, Soft Rock
A quick little two-step march about the excitement of falling in love. Hopeful he gets it right it right this time. Touching, loving, and exciting. Perfect for Romantic Comedy, thirtysomething romance, hooking up with hopes for more... Male Vocals, Country, Alt Country
Part of a RAWK opera, this is an environmental piece about coming to our senses before it is too late. The singer is the owner of an internation Pupl and Paper giant at a press conference. Male Vocals, Rock, Art Rock
This is a modern Christmas song dealing with forgiveness and how we come together at Christmas, no matter what has gone on during the rest of the year. Male Vocals, Christmas, Xmas Country
Kenny G meets Garth Brooks! Features saxophone and pedal steel guitar. This heart-felt story describes the feelings of walking away from someone you are still in love with. Male Vocals, Country, Alt Country
An original RAW Boswin song about a US Marine who volunteered after 911, and ended up in Iraq. With recent revelations about the war and 911, he has second thoughts and has come to question the morality of his role in the Iraq War. Male Vocals, Americana, American Patriotic
Cowboys love women and horses, just maybe not in that order. This cowbot has hi hat on croooked because of the way his lady left him. Angry and bitter? Yes. Revenge is sweet. Great guitar leads and piano parts! Male Vocals, Country, Country Rock
A daughter is left behind at birth by her Father. This songs represent an apology of sorts from the estranged Daddy. Soaring melodic lead guitars accent a beautifully told story. Male Vocals, Country, Country Ballads
This is a song about taking responsibility for your actions, but also realizing that things are not always your own fault. Have you ever been sorry, but not really? Faux sorrow, phony remorse. An alone, lonely dude, "I'm sorry, but I'm sticking to my story..." Male Vocals, Rock, Roots Rock
Heavy topic. Rock ballad with Beatlesque bridge and Queen-like anthemic lead solo. Works well in scenes where death from an illness is the theme. Male vocals. Male Vocals, Country, CCM
When two lover's meet, it may not always be at the ideal time and sometimes there is a child involved too. This is a story of two lover's who need to consider the child first. Male Vocals, Rock, Soft Rock
This song is about a difficult relationship between a son and his mother. It is a dark song with a real Alice Cooper feel. Dysfunctional family, family secrets. Starts with a phone call, a message, "This is your Mother calling..." Male Vocals, Rock, Art Rock
I was inspired to write this song by the “Bitter Tears” episode of the Discovery Channel’s hit television series, “The Deadliest Catch”. The crew of the Northwestern are faced with an ethical dilemna when their greenhorn's sister dies back on shore while they are in the middle of the Bering Sea. Male Vocals, Folk, Sea Shanties
The simple fact that love changes colors has given me a steady stream of material to write about. If each of my songs is "a color", this song is every color. I have seen love come in so many different colors and tones during my travels that it seems to have become a steady shade of brown...LOL, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Britpop
Blues rock ballad where the singer expores the possibilty that it nobody's fault and perhaps they should both share the blame. Male Vocals, Rock, Blues Rock
Slow, 12/8 time Rock blues. the title says it all. Male vocals with awesome female backgrounds, giving it a real Pink Floyd feel towards the end. Mixed Vocals, Blues, Modern Electric Blues
You have to trust the people you surround yourself with, whether you are at work or at play. I spent 22 months of my life working for a well deserved salary adjustment, only to find out I had been submarined. Somehow I found that inspiring... Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Folk Singer-Songwriter
This is the story of two long distance lovers trying to come to terms with the loneliness of the relationship. Tender and touching -- all about lonely nights. Hopeful, hopeless. Romantic breakups, heartache, thirtysomething angst. Male Vocals, Country, Country Ballads
Life is all about family, raising childen who in turn raise children. It is perpetual motion and this song takes a snap-shot of one life going on and on... A look back at the 1960s Hippy era, Elvis, Beatles, man on the moon. Nostalgic, touching, gentle and uplifting. Male Vocals, Folk, Progressive Folk
This song is about life, commitment and determination. From childhood through the adult years and how time keeps ticking. Life is a one-way ticket on a one-way street, Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Folk Singer-Songwriter
A disappointed father reflects upon his only son, and realizes that no matter what, they are bound together. Blood is thicker than water. Male Vocals, Rock, Roots Rock
Gambling and love... What's the difference? This song uses the analogy of Texas holdem and Love. The gambling man holds his cards and spends his money all the way to the River!!! Male Vocals, Rock, 80s Rock
This is a song from a father's perspective to his 14 year old daughter. The main theme is how the perfect father/daughter relationship can fade as she hits her early teenage years. Male Vocals, Rock, Melodic Rock
Goodbyes are difficult. This song is about knowing better than to ask someone to stay. As the saying goes, if you love someone, let them go... Male Vocals, Country, Country Pop
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