BIO
​​Black Dog pays tribute to one of the greatest rock bands of all time with unmatched energy and passion. Find out who are the members behind this
outstanding musical formation !
​​​Biography:
Music Bachelor at Montreal University, François teaches guitar, bass, mandolin, charango, banjo, ukulele and upright bass full time (over 30,000 music lessons in 25 years). A competent and versatile musician, he has performed over 2000 concerts with 80 bands, some of which are some of the greatest tribute acts in the world.
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Currently:
Aside from Black Dog, he now shares the stage with: New World Men (Rush); Martin Levac (Genesis, Phil Collins); Queen Flash (Queen).
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Highlights:
Two tours with Iron Maiden's original singer; Participated at Megadeth's Megacruise in Los Angeles with MecaniX (Megadeth); Concerts in Dubaï for the Beatles' Across the Universe movie release with The British Invasions; European tour with Martin Levac.
Other important projects:
Misery (Metallica); Grand Ensemble de Musiques Urbaines (GEMU); Orchestre Symphonique de Guitares de Montréal (OSGM); Made In Iron et Powerslaves (Iron Maiden); Dance on a Volcano, Turn it on Again and Trick of the Tail (Genesis); Duke et Cie; Your Ex And I; Metropolis (Dream Theater); Je Me Souviens (Joe Dassin); Big Time - aka "So"(Peter Gabriel); Melane; Renegades of Funk (Rage Against the Machine); Revolution (Beatles); Les Tueurs à Jazz; Karma Kameleon; Chapeaumelon; Marie-Chantal Toupin; The Highway Band; Maximum 80s
FRANÇOIS LAROUCHE
Biography:
Often described as a “stage beast”, this singer-songwriter, who came to prominence with a win at the Francouvertes, has been nominated four times at the ADISQ gala, as well as at the JUNOs and GAMIQ, and has performed at the Francofolies, Osheaga, the FME, in France and Belgium.
Current projects: In addition to his original music and shows with Black Dog, Ariel is the head of Studio MANIC6 in Montreal, where he works as a director and composer. His creativity and vision have led him to work with many artists, including Viviane Audet, Misteur Valaire, Miro, Mara Tremblay, Pépé et sa guitare, Stéphanie Bédard, DRMS.
Highlights: Four albums, four ADISQ nominations, including “Album of the Year - Alternative” and “Album of the Year - Electro”; JUNO and GAMIQ nominations; shows at Francofolies, Osheaga, FME; songs on rotation at Radio-Canada, NRJ, Sirius, Stingray, Radio X, Rouge; tours in France and Belgium.
ARIEL COULOMBE
Biography:
Demetrio Maso is a Montreal drummer known for his powerful and expressive playing, directly inspired by the legacy of John Bonham. Co-founder of the tribute band Black Dog, he has been developing a percussive approach for over twenty years that combines intensity, precision, and musicality. His style, deeply rooted in classic rock, incorporates modern textures without ever betraying the spirit of the genre's golden years. On stage as in the studio, he delivers a heartfelt, energetic performance true to the very essence of rock’n’roll.
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Current projects:
Active on the Quebec and international music scene, he dedicates a significant portion of his time to Black Dog, where he serves as both drummer and backing vocalist, authentically delivering the tonal universe of Led Zeppelin. He also collaborates with established artists such as Marjo, Marco Calliari, and Jérôme Charlebois, accompanying them in concert or in the studio. At the same time, he explores his own projects as a songwriter, seeking to merge rock roots with contemporary sounds through Deltaplane and DEME.
Highlights:
Demetrio has participated in numerous tours across the United States, through Canada, and in Europe, performing in a variety of musical contexts. With over 30 years of experience on stage and in the studio, he has developed a distinct sound signature, blending the raw power of rock with his refined technique. His ability to channel Bonham's spirit while injecting his own character makes him a respected and sought-after musician in the industry.
DEMETRIO MASO
Biography:
Nourished by a deep attachment to the world of Led Zeppelin which led him to be among the rare privileged few to attend the legendary final concert of the band in London in 2007, Félix feels the 60s and 70s within his soul and under his fingers. His approach, focused on musicality and emotion combined with his concern for faithfully recreating the richness of sound textures using vintage instruments and authentic analog effects, makes him the perfect embodiment of Jimmy Page's spirit.
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Current projects:
In addition to Black Dog, he is the guitarist-songwriter of the rock band Everness, the guitarist of the blues band The Copicats, and the bassist for the Francophone band Requin, in addition to being part of the touring team for Salebarbes. He is also known as a reference in Quebec for his keen eye as a collector and appraiser of vintage instruments.
Highlights:
Since his professional debut at the age of 16 on the main stage of the Montreal International Jazz Festival, Félix has played all over Quebec with a variety of groups and artists including The Luckies, The Cheap Thrills, CHOM FM host Bilal Butt (notably opening for Foreigner), The Junkyard Dogs, The Who: Generation Moon, the legendary bluesman Chicago Beau (Muddy Waters, Buddy Guy), Shane Murphy, Sébastien Plante, Rock Laroche, and Breen Leboeuf.
FELIX RODRIGUEZ
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