FAIR GROUND: Down In It

Fair Ground

Down In It

© 2006 Step Right Up/Hope Songs (829982092717)

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Modern Rock/Pop Rock Featuring-Mike Turner (ex-Our Lady Peace) Pete Lesperance (Harem Scarem)

tracks

1 Down In It
2 Automatic
3 Say You Will
4 Nameless
5 What Are You Waiting For?
6 Boy Without A Clue
7 Skeleton Tree
8 No Sign Of Life
9 Upside Down
10 Life Goes On
11 Life Goes (Acoustic Bonus Track)

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Mike Turner (ex-Our Lady Peace) and Pete Lesperance (Harem Scarem)


Fair Ground is the culmination of years of friendship between Pete Lesperance and Mike Turner, two Canadian guitarists, who have sold millions world-wide in their respective projects Harem Scarem and Our Lady Peace. What began as a simple guest appearance on Pete's solo record turned into a desire to fully collaborate on what was to become Fair Ground's debut Down In It. The album was recorded at Lesperance's and Turner's own studios with the two sharing production duties. Mixing was handled by Harry Hess at Vespa Studios. Over the past few years, Lesperance and Turner have enjoyed writing, producing and developing new artists, but both agree that there is no replacement for playing live. "We'd always wanted to play together, but the catch was I had to become a singer to play with Mike", jokes Lesperance. From the instantly recognizable opening refrain of Down In It to the powerhouse chorus of Boy Without a Clue to the soaring harmonies of Nameless there's no doubt that the songs will stay with you long after first listening. Drawing on their diverse backgrounds and unique musical personas Fair Ground create their own brand of radio ready modern rock.

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  • It rocks!
    author: Paula

    If you're into melodic rock... buy it! You won't regret it ;-) I already had this album released under Pete Lesperance's name, but as a fan I just couldn't resist. Besides, the songs sound different, and there are some other songs on it too, which didn't appear on Pete's release. So a must-have for me ;-)

  • Congratulations for this fantastic record.
    author: Paulo Justino

    A melodic record with that special guitar touch that Pete always put on Harem Scarem records. A solid rithmic section that give a strong presence to all the tracks. In one setence; Fair Ground really Rocks!!!

  • Great melodies! For fans of Harem Scarem
    author: Brian Pastor

    Down in it is a hard rock CD that is full of big choruses and great hooks. A must have for all hard rock fans

  • Super excellent
    author: hetharia

    A very good CD.. Highly reccomended

  • One of the best cd's of the year
    author: Tyler W

    Solid writing and playing. Great lyrics. Down In It will make a great addition to any cd collection.

  • worth the wait
    author: Rick

    I have been waiting for this cd to come out and it was well worth the wait.It was an enjoyable ride from the first song to the last

  • Great songs that easily get stuck in your head!
    author: Scotty D.

    How do you know if a song is good? There are two ways. First, listening to the disc in the car and you automatically sing along no matter how bad your abilities. When you arrive at your destination and hours later you're still humming along. Second is simple. A good song makes you feel like the artist wrote it about you. It's nice to feel that about one or two selections. But it's very rare when an entire CD speaks to you this way. Pete and Mike perform 11 songs that stick in your head so long that they can't help but take up residence in the heart and soul.

  • A MUST !!!
    author: Marcelo_Maiden

    Excellent job made by Pete and Mike. versions much better than the previous one (down in it 2004). If you like good music, buy this cd right away!!! keep up guys giving us some more masterpieces... Waiting for the 2nd cd :)

  • Awesome offering from a pair of Rock Veterans!
    author: Erica

    From the first jaw-dropping chord to the last crooning vocals, this CD does not dissapoint. Down In It is a fine first offering from this dynamic duo of rock!

  • Awesome offering from a pair of Rock Veterans!
    author: Erica

    From the first jaw-dropping chord to the last crooning vocals, this CD does not dissapoint. Down In It is a fine first offering from this dynamic duo of rock!

  • Can't Live Withiout This CD
    author: Michael

    I'm a fan of Harem Scarem so I purchased Pete Lesperance CD, Down In It and could'nt believe how brilliant every song was, not 1 filler. I played that CD for months and love it. Now that Fair Ground have released a slightly different version it was a must have for my collection and it was well worth the purchase. Really amazing melodicrock.

  • AWESOME!
    author: Josue

    This cd is absolutely amazing. Great songs, great lyrics, really cool stuff.

  • Fantastic - What a bonus!
    author: Sandy

    This is one of those CDs you buy and WOW you like every single song on it - that doesn't happen often. All great, I especially like 'Say You Will' which I heard on their web site and prompted me to purchase, nice bonus to get so many other fantastic songs too!

  • AWESOME CD!!!
    author: Scott

    For anyone who enjoys catchy, well-written, radio-friendly rock tunes, I definately recommend this CD!!! Best songs IMO are Boy Without a Clue, Down In It, No Sign of Life, Life Goes On, Automatic and Skeleton Tree.

  • Melodic pop rock at its finest
    author: Kate

    Straight-forward music and lyrics, compelling vocals, driven complimentary guitar playing; These factors are what makes up Fair Ground's debut album "Down In It". I was completely blown away after hearing what Mike and Pete have done with the original versions from Pete's solo album. If this doesn't shine a light through everything else in mainstream music and save the music industry from punk/emo take-over, I don't know what will.

  • Melodic pop rock at its finest
    author: Kate

    Straight-forward music and lyrics, compelling vocals, driven complimentary guitar playing; These factors are what makes up Fair Ground's debut album "Down In It". I was completely blown away after hearing what Mike and Pete have done with the original versions from Pete's solo album. If this doesn't shine a light through everything else in mainstream music and save the music industry from punk/emo take-over, I don't know what will.

  • YOU MUST BUY THIS CD NOW!!!
    author: Jason Gallant

    I'm a proud Canadian, and I support my Canadian artists. I'm a huge Harem Scarem fan, and now Fairground! Pete and Mike have an awesome record here; what else would you expect from two very talented artists such as these? This record is a hit from start to finish! Great job on vocals Pete! In short, BUY THIS CD, you'll love it!!www.myspace.com/jasongallant

  • Pure genius - if you like modern melodic rock, BUY IT!!
    author: Martin

    Pete Lesperance is regular looking chap - nothing special to look at (sorry, Pete!), but strap a guitar round his neck, and he's transformed into some sort of God. I have never seen anyone look so comfortable with a guitar. With Harem Scarem, and now with Fair Ground, he's proved his abilities as a musician and song-writer. This is such a great album - if you like HS, particularly their poppy "Rubber" era - you'll adore this. Mike Turner deserves mention too - wonderful stuff.

  • author: -Rob

    Well, if you have Pete Lesperance's solo cd you know what to expect here.. There are two additional songs on this disc. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR and LIFE GOES ON ACOUSTIC. Both amazing as usual. I mean would expect anything less?? Amazing songwriter, great singer, and a kick A$$ guitarist. Lesperance can do no wrong.. Honestly..(little scarem reference there....sorry) :) All killer no filler..must buy cd! Nuff said..

  • Great Melodic Rock at its best !
    author: RavenLunatic (Randy)

    The CD and content are absolutly wonderful.. I was kind of Spoiled haveing Listened to PETE'S solo CD "DOWN IN IT" Which Came out first. Actually I still have it in my car as I write this. " LOVE THAT CD " Being so use to the origional,I suppose makes me a bit critical of this one. NOT that there is anything wrong with fairground. "Hell, It's half pete" The Musicianship / Vox are flawless, the Production is Perfect and smooth. This is a Great Over All recording there isnt a bad song on it. and I anxiously await the next release should they choose to do so. BUY THIS WITH CONFIDENCE..

  • author: Rob

    Great songwriting and excellent, catchy tunes make this a must have for fans of Pete, Our Lady Peace & Harem Scarem. I'm so glad this CD was made available online! Now CD Baby needs to have Pete's solo CD available here too! ;)

  • AWESOME CD....PETE AND MIKE ROCK!!!!
    author: Paul

    Down in it features a great mix of tracks, and is very upbeat....a really fun sounding record. I absolutely love the guitar solos. Nameless is probably my fave song. Great Album!!!!

  • love it!
    author: Kathy

    This is such a great disc! Pete and Mike are amazing artists and they sound so great together. Hope to see them play live soon!

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