July 2020 – Powerplay Rock and Metal Magazine
#AlbumReviews – Order your copy at http://powerplaymagazine.co.uk/issue-231/
w/ Anonymus, Alizarin, In/Vertigo – Rockshots Records, Paradise, Held In Secret, BADGUYSWIN, Sven Gali
Category: Sven Gali
0 July 2020 – Powerplay Rock and Metal Magazine #AlbumReviews – Order your copy at http://powerplaymagazine.co.uk/issue-231/ w/ Anonymus, Alizarin, In/Vertigo – Rockshots Records, Paradise, Held In Secret, BADGUYSWIN, Sven Gali
0 Canada’s SVEN GALI Premiere Music Video “Now” via Bravewords; New EP “3” Out Now via RFL Records
(contact info below)
NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – June 26, 2020
For fans of Motley Crue, Guns and Roses, Skid Row (old records), Breaking Benjamin
Canada’s SVEN GALI Premiere Music Video “Now” via Bravewords
New EP “3” Out Now via RFL Records
“‘Now’ showcases the band’s raw live energy and chemistry. The video is soaked in attitude and ferocity – the same that made Sven Gali a staple in the global hard rock scene 30 years ago.”
Watch the video HERE.
“3” features previously released singles “Kill The Lies” (2018) and “You Won’t Break Me” (2019) both produced by David Bendeth (Paramore, Breaking Benjamin, Bring Me The Horizon) along with new tracks “Now” and “Hurt” produced by Jon Howard (Threat Signal), and marks the return of one of Canada’s favourite bands.
Vocalist Dave Wanless comments:
“This is Dave from Sven Gali. After 25 years of laying low, we are back in the game with our new EP “3”. The disc showcases our musical influences and is a genuine representation of who we are as a band and as people now. Sven Gali is and always has been a rock band – in your face, full throttle, attitude, and passion. Making this record without the pressures of a major label looking over our shoulders was liberating – we did what we wanted for ourselves. We hope that people dig in, but at the end of the day, we did this record because we love making music together, and we did it exactly how we wanted to.”
Returning to begin the next chapter of SVEN GALI, the band is here to stay and take on the 00s, which has been very evident with sold-out Canadian shows during 2018 and 2019, with a promise once the world overcomes the COVID 19 pandemic to continue to play solo and festival dates in North America, Europe and beyond.

Track Listing:
1. Kill The Lies (3:38)
2. You Won’t Break Me (3:40)
3. Now (4:59)
4. Hurt (3:10)
EP Length: 15:28
SVEN GALI is:
Dave Wanless – Vocals
Andy Frank – Guitars
Shawn Minden – Bass
Sean Williamson – Guitars
Dan Fila – Drums
For more info:
SvenGali.ca
Facebook.com/svengalicanada
RFLrecords.com
Facebook.com/rflrecordsroxx
EPK
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“3 is full of heavy, chugging riffs and howled choruses, mixing the melodies of ’80s hard rock with the aggression of ’90s metal.” – Exclaim!
“The time is now for Sven Gali to rock our world once again, with their short and sweet brand new EP being a solid statement that although the band might have been gone for a while, they still have a lot of fuel to burn in the name of Rock N’ Roll.” – The Headbanging Moose
“It’s a banger and a return befitting of their iconic status in the metal.” – Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life
“Of course, 3 leaves you wanting more. Maybe it’s a teaser for more stuff to come from Sven Gali? ” – Boston Rock Radio
“I was super excited to be given the opportunity to review 3. I remember picking up their debut album when it was first released and being blown away then. In 2020, I have been reminded of that overwhelming feeling. The songs are extremely well written and do not sound dated at all. When June 12th rolls around, grab yourself a copy of this killer EP.” – I’m Music Magazine
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0 25 Years In The Making Canada’s SVEN GALI Return With EP “3”; Full Stream Premiere On Exclaim!
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – June 10, 2020
For fans of Motley Crue, Guns and Roses, Skid Row (old records), Breaking Benjamin
25 Years In The Making Canada’s SVEN GALI Return With EP “3”; Full Stream Premiere On Exclaim!
Out June 12th via RFL Records
Before the EP officially drops, the band has teamed up with Exclaim! for its full stream premiere HERE.The EP features previously released singles “Kill The Lies” (2018) and “You Won’t Break Me” (2019) both produced by David Bendeth (Paramore, Breaking Benjamin, Bring Me The Horizon) along with new tracks “Now” and “Hurt” produced by Jon Howard (Threat Signal), “3” marks the return of one of Canada’s favourite bands.
Vocalist Dave Wanless comments:
“This is Dave from Sven Gali. After 25 years of laying low, we are back in the game with our new EP “3”. The disc showcases our musical influences and is a genuine representation of who we are as a band and as people now. Sven Gali is and always has been a rock band – in your face, full throttle, attitude, and passion. Making this record without the pressures of a major label looking over our shoulders was liberating – we did what we wanted for ourselves. We hope that people dig in, but at the end of the day, we did this record because we love making music together, and we did it exactly how we wanted to.”
Returning to begin the next chapter of SVEN GALI, the band is here to stay and take on the 00s, which has been very evident with sold-out Canadian shows during 2018 and 2019, with a promise once the world overcomes the COVID 19 Pandemic to continue to play solo and festival dates in North America, Europe and beyond.

Track Listing:
1. Kill The Lies (3:38)
2. You Won’t Break Me (3:40)
3. Now (4:59)
4. Hurt (3:10)
EP Length: 15:28
SVEN GALI is:
Dave Wanless – Vocals
Andy Frank – Guitars
Shawn Minden – Bass
Sean Williamson – Guitars
Dan Fila – Drums
For more info:
SvenGali.ca
Facebook.com/svengalicanada
RFLrecords.com
Facebook.com/rflrecordsroxx
EPK
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“3 is full of heavy, chugging riffs and howled choruses, mixing the melodies of ’80s hard rock with the aggression of ’90s metal.” – Exclaim!
“The time is now for Sven Gali to rock our world once again, with their short and sweet brand new EP being a solid statement that although the band might have been gone for a while, they still have a lot of fuel to burn in the name of Rock N’ Roll.” – The Headbanging Moose
“It’s a banger and a return befitting of their iconic status in the metal.” – Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life
“Of course, 3 leaves you wanting more. Maybe it’s a teaser for more stuff to come from Sven Gali? ” – Boston Rock Radio
“I was super excited to be given the opportunity to review 3. I remember picking up their debut album when it was first released and being blown away then. In 2020, I have been reminded of that overwhelming feeling. The songs are extremely well written and do not sound dated at all. When June 12th rolls around, grab yourself a copy of this killer EP.” – I’m Music Magazine
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0 The Headbanging Moose – Album Review – Sven Gali / 3 EP (2020) “The time is now for Sven Gali to rock our world once again, with their short and sweet brand new EP being a solid statement that although the band might have been gone for a while, they still have a lot of fuel to burn in the name of Rock N’ Roll.”
The Headbanging Moose – Album Review – Sven Gali / 3 EP (2020) “The time is now for Sven Gali to rock our world once again, with their short and sweet brand new EP being a solid statement that although the band might have been gone for a while, they still have a lot of fuel to burn in the name of Rock N’ Roll.” https://theheadbangingmoose.wordpress.com/2020/05/12/album-review-sven-gali-3-ep-2020/
0 ‘Now’ Is The Time For New Music! SVEN GALI Shares Single Off Upcoming EP “3” Out June 12th via RFL Records
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – April 24, 2020
For fans of Motley Crue, Guns and Roses, Skid Row (old records), Breaking Benjamin
‘Now’ Is The Time For New Music! SVEN GALI Shares Single Off Upcoming EP “3” Out June 12th via RFL Records
Canada’s SVEN GALI are sharing with fans the single “Now” off their highly anticipated EP entitled “3” due out June 12, 2020 via RFL Records. Known for their fusion of 80s screaming hard rock and 90s blazing metal, the new EP is their long-awaited follow up to 1995’s “In Wire” and 1992’s gold-selling and Juno Award nominated self-titled debut album released on BMG Music Canada that featured hits “Under The Influence” and “Love Don’t Live Here Anymore”.
“3” features their two previous released singles “Kill The Lies” (2018) and “You Won’t Break Me” (2019) both produced by David Bendeth (Paramore, Breaking Benjamin, Bring Me The Horizon) along with new tracks “Now” and “Hurt” produced by Jon Howard (Threat Signal).
Youtube
Spotify
and download on all digital platforms here.
“Hello everyone!! We are all experiencing changes in our lifestyles, and one thing that’s helping me get through this is music. It’s Friday – settle in with your choice of beverage and crank the new tune from me and my brothers Sven Gali. NOW, more than ever, is a time we all need to stick together and do the right thing! Stay Safe!”Following extensive touring worldwide, being a major event on stages with legends such as April Wine, Foreigner, Pearl Jam, and Def Leppard, SVEN GALI returns for their next chapter and are here to take on the 00s, which is very evident with sold-out Canadian shows in 2018 and 2019 and a promise to continue to play solo and festival dates in North America, Europe and beyond.
To hear SVEN GALI‘s previous singles “You Won’t Break Me” and “Kill The Lies”, please visit the following links:
Spotify
Lyric Video – ‘Kill The Lies’ here.
YouTube – ‘You Won’t Break Me’ here.
Track Listing:
1. Kill The Lies
2. You Won’t Break Me
3. Now
4. Hurt
SVEN GALI is:
Dave Wanless – Vocals
Andy Frank – Guitars
Shawn Minden – Bass
Sean Williamson – Guitars
Dan Fila – Drums
For more info:
SvenGali.ca
Facebook.com/svengalicanada
RFLrecords.com
Facebook.com/rflrecordsroxx
EPK
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0 SVEN GALI To Release New EP “3” On June 12th via RFL Records & Entertainment
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – April 7, 2020
For fans of Motley Crue, Guns and Roses, Skid Row (old records), Breaking Benjamin
SVEN GALI To Release New EP “3” On June 12th via RFL Records & Entertainment
The band comments:
“We are excited about being a part of the RFL family and are looking forward to delivering crushing melodic rock to the world. We are excited to join forces with our label mates to bring RFL records to the masses.”
Following extensive touring worldwide, being a major event on stages with legends such as April Wine, Foreigner, Pearl Jam, and Def Leppard, the EP is their long-awaited follow up to 1995’s “In Wire” and 1992’s gold-selling and Juno Award nominated self-titled debut album released on BMG Music Canada that featured hits “Under The Influence” and “Love Don’t Live Here Anymore”.Fast forward to the next phase of SVEN GALI and they are here to take on the 00s, which is very evident with sold-out Canadian shows in 2018 and 2019 and a promise to continue to play solo and festival dates in North America, Europe and beyond.
To hear SVEN GALI‘s current singles “You Won’t Break Me” and “Kill The Lies”, please visit the following links:
Spotify
Lyric Video – ‘Kill The Lies’ here.
Youtube stream – ‘You Won’t Break Me’ here.
Track Listing:
1. Kill The Lies
2. You Won’t Break Me
3. Now
4. Hurt
SVEN GALI is:
Dave Wanless – Vocals
Andy Frank – Guitars
Shawn Minden – Bass
Sean Williamson – Guitars
Dan Fila – Drums
For more info:
SvenGali.ca
Facebook.com/svengalicanada
RFLrecords.com
Facebook.com/rflrecordsroxx
EPK
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0 EPK – Sven Gali – “3” (2020) (RFL Records)
Sven Gali – “3” (2020) (RFL Records)
For fans of Motley Crue, Guns and Roses, Skid Row (old records), Breaking Benjamin (new single)
Album Title: “3”
Release Date: June 12, 2020
Label: RFL Records
Distribution: AMPED
Sven Gali links: SvenGali.ca | Facebook | Youtube | iTunes | Google Play | CD Baby | Spotify
RFL Records Links: RFLRecords.com | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Instagram
“3 is full of heavy, chugging riffs and howled choruses, mixing the melodies of ’80s hard rock with the aggression of ’90s metal.” – Exclaim!
“The time is now for Sven Gali to rock our world once again, with their short and sweet brand new EP being a solid statement that although the band might have been gone for a while, they still have a lot of fuel to burn in the name of Rock N’ Roll.” – The Headbanging Moose
“It’s a banger and a return befitting of their iconic status in the metal.” – Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life
“Of course, 3 leaves you wanting more. Maybe it’s a teaser for more stuff to come from Sven Gali? ” – Boston Rock Radio
“I was super excited to be given the opportunity to review 3. I remember picking up their debut album when it was first released and being blown away then. In 2020, I have been reminded of that overwhelming feeling. The songs are extremely well written and do not sound dated at all. When June 12th rolls around, grab yourself a copy of this killer EP.” – I’m Music Magazine
Signing with RFL Records & Entertainment, SVEN GALI will be releasing their new EP entitled “3” on June 12, 2020. Known for their fusion of 80s screaming hard rock and 90s blazing metal, the new EP features their two previous released singles “Kill The Lies” (2018) and “You Won’t Break Me (2019) both produced by David Bendeth (Paramore, Breaking Benjamin, Bring Me The Horizon) along with new tracks “Now” and “Hurt” produced by Jon Howard (Threat Signal).
SVEN GALI built a name fast with their live shows; drawing growing crowds on the Canadian and US circuit while building their songwriting chops and a wild reputation. David Bendeth signed the band to BMG Music Canada in 1991 and produced the self-titled debut, released in 1992.
The masterful debut album includes the hit, which was the MuchMusic Best Metal Video award of 1993, “Under The Influence” and the emotional sweet balladry of “Love Don’t Live Here Anymore”, a song that came no. 6 CanCon song of 1993. Following their profound release, the band was nominated for Hard Rock Album of the Year and Most Promising Band by Canada’s most prestigious music awards, the Junos. SVEN GALI also went gold in Canada that year.
Following extensive touring worldwide, being a major event on stages with legends (April Wine / Foreigner / Pearl Jam / Def Leppard), SVEN GALI didn’t stop there, and continued their journey with the release of their sophomore, “In Wire”, in 1995.
Just recently, after a long time in the shadows, Twenty-five years after their debut album went Gold in Canada, in 2018 SVEN GALI came back rockin’, kicking out the jams with the modernized edged rock covered in metal with an early version of “Kill The Lies” and “You Won’t Break Me” in 2019.
It appears that SVEN GALI are here to take on the 00s, and it has been evident with sold out Canadian shows in 2018 and 2019 and a promise to continue to play solo and festival dates in North America and Europe through 2020 and beyond.
SVEN GALI is:
Dave Wanless – Vocals
Andy Frank – Guitars
Shawn Minden – Bass
Sean Williamson – Guitars
Dan Fila – Drums
EP Title: “3”
Release Date: June 12, 2020
Label: RFL Records
Distribution: AMPED
Track Listing:
1. Kill The Lies
2. You Won’t Break Me
3. Now
4. Hurt
EP Length:
EP Credits:
“Kill The Lies” & “You Won’t Break Me” – Produced & Mixed by David Bendeth / Engineered by Brian Robbins, Mastered by: Ted Jenson – Sterling Sound NYC
“Now” & “Hurt” – Produced & Mixed by Jon Howard & Sven Gali
Members of SOCAN
MAPL / CANCON
Recording and Live Band Line Up:
Dave Wanless (Vocals)
Andy Frank (Guitar)
Sean Minden (Bass)
Dan Fila (Drums)
Sean Williamson (Guitar)
Discography:
2020 – “3” (EP) (RFL Records)
2019 – You Won’t Break Me (single)
2018 – Kill The Lies (single)
1995 – In Wire (BMG, RCA)
1992 – Sven Gali (BMG, RCA)
Shared Stage w:
I Mother Earth, April Wine, Foreigner, Candlebox, Pearl Jam and Def Leppard, lots other Canadian acts
Tours and Festivals:
Toured extensively in Canada, US, and Europe in early to mid 90’s
Music Placements:
1993 – Labatt’s Genuine Draft TV commercial featuring the band (speaking and music)
Past Radio Charts:
Love Don’t Live Here Anymore was 1993’s nr 6 Cancon song of the year
Award Nominations:
1993 – Juno Award Nomination – Rock Album of The Year
1993 – Juno Award Nomination – Most Promising Group
1993 – Much Music Best Metal Video – Under The Influence – Watch here.
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0 SVEN GALI Announce NYE Concert w/ I Mother Earth In Oshawa + New Single “You Won’t Break Me”
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – December 12, 2019
For fans of Motley Crue, Guns and Roses, Skid Row (old records), Breaking Benjamin (new single)
SVEN GALI Announce NYE Concert w/ I Mother Earth In Oshawa
New Single “You Won’t Break Me”
Sven Gali announces they will be performing at 94.9 The Rock‘s New Year’s Eve extravaganza in Oshawa, ON on December 31st alongside I Mother Earth and The House Call at The Music Hall Concert Theatre. Ticket info can be found here.
Rocking stages since 1987, Sven Gali has been bringing 80s and 90s hard rock to fans across North America and Europe, the band is performing in support of their latest single “You Won’t Break Me”.
The single mixes rock from the heyday of the 80s and early 90s but with a modern edge that keeps the music fresh, original and exciting. It’s easy to get the lyrics stuck in your head and even easier to move to the song.
Sven Gali has enjoyed considerable success with their music including their debut album going gold in Canada and playing to a wide variety of fans around the world. The new single ushers in the new era of Sven Gali, which will see more records released and more live shows played.
Fans of Mötley Crüe, Guns and Roses and Skid Row will definitely take interest in Sven Gali along with anyone else who enjoys hard music from the 80s and 90s.
“You Won’t Break Me” can be streamed and downloaded at the following links:
Youtube
Spotify
Apple Music
Concert Dates:
Dec 31 – Oshawa, ON – Oshawa Music Hall w/ I Mother Earth
April 25 – Hamilton, ON – The Studio Hamilton Place
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0 SVEN GALI Release New Single “You Won’t Break Me” + Ontario Dates
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – November 13, 2019
For fans of Motley Crue, Guns and Roses, Skid Row (old records), Breaking Benjamin (new single)
SVEN GALI Release New Single “You Won’t Break Me” + Ontario Dates
Rocking stages since 1987, Sven Gali has been bringing 80s and 90s hard rock to fans across North America and Europe. They have a new single out for fans released on as of October 23rd entitled “You Won’t Break Me”.
The single mixes rock from the heyday of the 80s and early 90s but with a modern edge that keeps the music fresh, original and exciting. It’s easy to get the lyrics stuck in your head and even easier to move to the song.
Sven Gali has enjoyed considerable success with their music including their debut album going gold in Canada and playing to a wide variety of fans around the world. The new single ushers in the new era of Sven Gali, which will see more records released and more live shows played.
Sven Gali has also announced four concert dates where “You Won’t Break Me” along with a myriad of other hits and favourites will be performed. Dates are below.
Fans of Mötley Crüe, Guns and Roses and Skid Row will definitely take interest in Sven Gali along with anyone else who enjoys hard music from the 80s and 90s.
“You Won’t Break Me” can be streamed and downloaded at the following links:
Youtube
Concert Dates:
Nov 29 – St. Catharines, ON – Warehouse
Dec 7 – Toronto, ON – Rockpile
Dec 31 – Oshawa, ON – Oshawa Music Hall w/ I Mother Earth
April 25 – Hamilton, ON – The Studio Hamilton Place
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