Born and raised on the lively twin islands of Trinidad & Tobago, Francesco discovered his passion for music and the guitar at age 13 and has been cultivating his love for more than 20 years. Trained in classical guitar theory and flamenco techniques, Cesco quickly incorporated elements of classic rock into his style.
Early rock influences include everything from Iron Maiden to Led Zeppelin; Metallica to Rush. The alternative rock movement of the early 1990's also struck a chord with Emmanuel. As the scene emerged, so too did his style, with him embracing this groundbreaking genre of music.
His first taste of band life came at age 16 with the group Warhead (the band's repertoire was primarily heavy metal covers). By 18, he formed the band Brothers Grimm. This time the vibe was alternative rock. It was during this time that Cesco discovered his love of song writing. As one group disbanded (Brothers Grimm called it quits in 1996), another quickly emerged. Big Eyed Grieve was Cesco's last group effort in Trinidad, formed in late 1996. Playing a unique hybrid of progressive rock, funk and grunge, the band played on for six years.
After Big Eyed Grieve disbanded in 2003, Cesco embarked on a solo career. In July of that year, he debuted his solo material (featured on his debut EP ‘One Man') at a pub in Trinidad. The night was a success and a personal triumph. Knowing a career as a solo artist was well within his reach; Cesco decided to tak …
Born and raised on the lively twin islands of Trinidad & Tobago, Francesco discovered his passion for music and the guitar at age 13 and has been cultivating his love for more than 20 years. Trained in classical guitar theory and flamenco techniques, Cesco quickly incorporated elements of classic rock into his style.
Early rock influences include everything from Iron Maiden to Led Zeppelin; Metallica to Rush. The alternative rock movement of the early 1990's also struck a chord with Emmanuel. As the scene emerged, so too did his style, with him embracing this groundbreaking genre of music.
His first taste of band life came at age 16 with the group Warhead (the band's repertoire was primarily heavy metal covers). By 18, he formed the band Brothers Grimm. This time the vibe was alternative rock. It was during this time that Cesco discovered his love of song writing. As one group disbanded (Brothers Grimm called it quits in 1996), another quickly emerged. Big Eyed Grieve was Cesco's last group effort in Trinidad, formed in late 1996. Playing a unique hybrid of progressive rock, funk and grunge, the band played on for six years.
After Big Eyed Grieve disbanded in 2003, Cesco embarked on a solo career. In July of that year, he debuted his solo material (featured on his debut EP ‘One Man') at a pub in Trinidad. The night was a success and a personal triumph. Knowing a career as a solo artist was well within his reach; Cesco decided to take his act on the road.
In September 2003, he migrated to Canada to further his musical pursuits.
Two other EP's quickly followed: 2004's ‘One Man & His Guitar' and 2005's ‘The April Morning Sky Sessions' which featured the percussive work of Derek Thorne.
To date he has played at several venues across Toronto including Clintons, The Silver Dollar, Hard Rock Café, The Reverb and Healey's.
Cesco also performs with a 6-piece Calypso/Reggae unit called Kobo Town (http://www.kobotown.com/) and his own hard-rock band Bound (http://www.thebound.net/)
After playing for twenty years, his style has evolved to encompass classical, jazz, funk, flamenco, folk, pop and most genres of rock. In a new county, looking to pursue a lifelong dream, with Cesco, one thing is for certain; when he plays, everyone listens.
Contact Information:
Francesco Emmanuel 416-669-3685
cesco1974@yahoo.com
http://www.cesco-music.com/
