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Springing up out of the lush and blossoming Ottawa music scene, newly energized by bands like the Hi-Lo Trons and The Recoilers, comes one of the most explosive and creative acts in the Nation’s Capital. Since the formation of the band in May of 2003, The Coggs have electrified audiences with their thunderous, blues-driven rock’n’roll, which is not only relevant to contemporary pop music of the past few years, but also incorporates more traditional roots from Chicago, Memphis, and the Delta.

The backbone of this exciting trio is a solid foundation of rhythm and groove, laid down by bassist Travis Hood and drummer Mike Brittain, and is built beneath raw, riff-heavy guitar licks and melodic, soulful vocal lines from front-man Jeff Coghill. Perhaps the most note-worthy quality of The Coggs as a creative force is the almost supernatural song writing talent of Jeff Coghill. Simple, yet penetrating, Coghill’s songs capture the listener’s attentions from the very first phrase and hold sway until the very last chord.

At present The Coggs are residing at The Rainbow, Ottawa’s Premier House of Blues, playing every Friday from 5-7pm. The band plays regularly at other major venues around the City of Ottawa, and also has toured outside the city around North and North-Eastern Ontario. In the coming months The Coggs will be keeping very busy, going back into the studio to record a full-length CD to add to their collection.

Here is what some people are saying about The Coggs…

“…B.B. King meets the White Stripes…” - Ivan Gedz, The Social.

“Your song [Pissin’ In My Ear] has a great melody, a great chorus that really says it all, and way too much attitude…There was something about the song then - and there's still something about it now.” - Kath Thompson, 106.9 fm. The Bear

"Best damn rock band in Ottawa. Can't wait to see you guys again!!!" - Erika Thomas, Ottawa, ON

"Saw these guys tear New Year's 2004 a new A- hole. Sick...Just Sick." - Dave R., Ottawa, ON

"I saw you guys play at the Rainbow last Sunday. You were great! Very intense, great rock/blues songs. I loved it!" - Joe, (drummer) Vanderstrip

"...it was incredible...your stuff blew us away..." - Jonathan Rotondo, Rutiger's Tank

"...maximum respect, bless your songsmithin' hearts." - Tom Shore, Sydney, Australia