The Garden
The Garden was formed in 2004 by front-man Mark Wexler. Now, in its 3rd evolution, The Garden is making a name for themselves with their rockabilly flare infused covers of classic rock hits and the best of modern day charts,
The Garden play a variety of music that suits everyone's tastes. Priding themselves on covering over 50 years worth of classic rock...with just enough twist. They are known for getting the toe tappers out of their chairs and onto the dance floor.
The Garden is influenced by a broad spectrum of classic rock and roll bands like The Beatles, Elvis, Heart, Led Zeppelin, The Doobie Brothers, Jimi Hendrix and The Black Keys. With over 200 songs in their repertoire, The Garden has created a harmonious sound that captivates audiences with its tight licks, harmonies, and dueling guitars!
As a sought after cover band for high end functions, corporate events, charity balls, and Saturday night rock houses, The Garden is always ready and passionate about putting together a song list that suits your occasion.
The Garden play a variety of music that suits everyone's tastes. Priding themselves on covering over 50 years worth of classic rock...with just enough twist. They are known for getting the toe tappers out of their chairs and onto the dance floor.
The Garden is influenced by a broad spectrum of classic rock and roll bands like The Beatles, Elvis, Heart, Led Zeppelin, The Doobie Brothers, Jimi Hendrix and The Black Keys. With over 200 songs in their repertoire, The Garden has created a harmonious sound that captivates audiences with its tight licks, harmonies, and dueling guitars!
As a sought after cover band for high end functions, corporate events, charity balls, and Saturday night rock houses, The Garden is always ready and passionate about putting together a song list that suits your occasion.
Mark Wexler: Vocals
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Mark has been performing on stage since age 11. He started out as a young Elvis impersonator and moved on to perform in various rock acts, studio work, and theater. Mark is a self taught musician with a vocal range between Barry White and a choir boy. Mark is the longest standing plant in The Garden, and he looks forward to continuing to bloom.
Anthony Regan: Guitar / Keys / Vocals
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A self-taught musician, Anthony plays both guitar and keyboards and sings backup for the band, IF they plug in his microphone. A professional broadcaster for over 20 years, Anthony hosted a live daily talk show for over a decade, anchored at 680 News, hosted In-stadium for the Blue Jays, MC'd hundreds of events, from charity to corporate, and continues to voice numerous radio and television commercials. Anthony is also proud of his on-air work for 10 years on the Easter Seals Telethon CBC television. He is thrilled to be a member of The Garden, the best band he's ever had the pleasure of playing with. And he likes pudding...Loves pudding.
Jon Kazdan: Bass
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Born into a musical family, Jonny was classically trained on piano with a Royal Conservatory pedigree. At the age of 12 he fell in love with a gorgeous blonde guitar and they've made beautiful music together ever since. Later while rehearsing with his band "Attic Sounds" for the first inaugural Q107 battle of the bands, he instinctively improvised on the bass guitar. It's been "how low can you go" ever since. Jonny can often be seen slapping his air guitar and whispering "there is no place like The Garden".
Joe Franze: Drums / Vocals
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Joe started banging the skins early on and by 11 years old, he became a popular request at weddings as a novelty act. "The Joe aka: “BAM BAM” Franze" rock and heavy metal beats were developed in youth garage bands. These were honed on the club circuit with a B-Boys cover called “The Kokomo Beach” Band and a salute to Motown called “Midnite Hour”. Today, Joe enjoys giving the fans more than Skindeep chills with the original classic rock grooves.
Phil Taube: Guitar
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Phil started learning after attending his first Stevie Ray Vaughan concert. The moment he bought his first guitar, he knew that this is where his passion was.
What People are saying...
Drums N Flats had to say about "The Garden"..."LOVE THE VIDEO!!! Huge shout out to The Garden who always Rock the place, thanks for being a part of our 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY!"
Jocelyn Deacon, Funding Coordinator Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada says this about "The Garden"..."Thank you for donating your time and bringing The Garden Band to rock the Gutsy Walk! You guys were incredible and added such huge entertainment value. I heard many participants raving about the awesome band. I hope that you can come again next year! "
Charlene and Michelle, "Rock Your Mind" Event Organizers says this about "The Garden"..."Michelle and I want to thank you all so much for an amazing night, You guys were incredible! Without your continued support we would not be able to produce these events. Your dedication is admirable and does not go unnoticed. The feedback has been outstanding. 6 events and not once have you hesitated when called upon. You should all be proud of yourselves and what you have done for the many children and families in need. "
Chris Jarvis, Canadian Olympian Rower and founder of a Canada based charity known as "I Challenge Diabetes" says this about "The Garden"..."Excellent job with the band, who ever is connected to them, well done, they contributed a lot as MC as well as the entertainment! Let's get them back next year!"
Antoinette Benedetto, President of Hyde Park Properties says this about "The Garden"..."That Band was absolutely amazing. Everyone commented on how much they enjoyed your music. Mark and Sam have such great voices. I think the band made the event not only because the music was so great but because your band has such enthusiasm for what they do. We really appreciate your efforts, we all had such a great time!"
Page Magen, CEO of the Megan Boys Entertainment has this to say about "The Garden"..."As Canada’s #1 turn-key event production and entertainment company, we know good entertainment. The Garden is high energy sound, tight vocals, spot on harmonies, screaming guitars, and has a rhythm section that takes you from funk to soul and back to rock n roll. I would recommend The Garden and their spirited entertainment style to anyone looking for a live rockin' band with an added flare of style, grace and poise"
Jocelyn Deacon, Funding Coordinator Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada says this about "The Garden"..."Thank you for donating your time and bringing The Garden Band to rock the Gutsy Walk! You guys were incredible and added such huge entertainment value. I heard many participants raving about the awesome band. I hope that you can come again next year! "
Charlene and Michelle, "Rock Your Mind" Event Organizers says this about "The Garden"..."Michelle and I want to thank you all so much for an amazing night, You guys were incredible! Without your continued support we would not be able to produce these events. Your dedication is admirable and does not go unnoticed. The feedback has been outstanding. 6 events and not once have you hesitated when called upon. You should all be proud of yourselves and what you have done for the many children and families in need. "
Chris Jarvis, Canadian Olympian Rower and founder of a Canada based charity known as "I Challenge Diabetes" says this about "The Garden"..."Excellent job with the band, who ever is connected to them, well done, they contributed a lot as MC as well as the entertainment! Let's get them back next year!"
Antoinette Benedetto, President of Hyde Park Properties says this about "The Garden"..."That Band was absolutely amazing. Everyone commented on how much they enjoyed your music. Mark and Sam have such great voices. I think the band made the event not only because the music was so great but because your band has such enthusiasm for what they do. We really appreciate your efforts, we all had such a great time!"
Page Magen, CEO of the Megan Boys Entertainment has this to say about "The Garden"..."As Canada’s #1 turn-key event production and entertainment company, we know good entertainment. The Garden is high energy sound, tight vocals, spot on harmonies, screaming guitars, and has a rhythm section that takes you from funk to soul and back to rock n roll. I would recommend The Garden and their spirited entertainment style to anyone looking for a live rockin' band with an added flare of style, grace and poise"
