Better Friends than Lovers

Vancouver, BC

In 2005, Mandy Hardwick (guitar), Eli Leary (vocals and guitar), Jeremy Pelland (bass and vocals), Chloe Gammon (keys) and Laura Hatfield (drums) decided they would be Better Friends than Lovers. There was no glamour, but there was plenty of charm. Following many shows, a self-titled e.p. and touring together, they passed the test of musical friendship and recorded another album. Once described by CITR’s Chris-a-riffic as a “pop bombast,” writing the latest album steered them into a grittier, sweaty dance rock. The band offers audiences a genuine enthusiasm for having a good time; catered by solid, anthemic live sets. Their first full-length, Great Loves, will be released on Global Symphonic to be accompanied by a cross Canada tour in the autumn of 2007.

Lineup

Name Role
eli leary vocals/guitar
mandy hardwick guitar
chloe gammond keys
jeremy pelland bass/ vocals
laura hatfield drums

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