The night was a bit chilly and the line up in front of the Horseshoe Tavern was long.  Fans were in anticipation for a chance to preview Moneen's performance, supporting their latest CD and fourth full-length album, “The World I Want to Leave Behind”.  Many waited patiently as the security tried to control the ever-growing line, impressively stretched along Queen Street West.  You could not help but feel a sense of magic in the air as you entered the venue.  Something cool was brewing, and I realized that I would be a witness to one of Moneen's infamous shows, which they have built their reputation on.  The set was full of crowd surfing, and an energy set that proved to all that Moneen is here to stay.

The Toronto based band was formed in early 2000 and consists of four members.  Kenny Bridges (front Man), Erik Hughes (Bassist), Chris Hughes (Guitar/vocalist), and Steve Nunnaro (Drummer) who recently joined the band in early 2009.

Bridges recalled, "We had one show booked, and we were going to drive straight out there to perform.  The booking agent saw that we were serious about playing, and booked some more shows to help us out.”

Eventually, this would take Moneen across Canada reaching as far as British Columbia.  Band members put school on hold and decided to leave their current full time jobs.  As Bridges put it, "threw their futures in the garbage.”  Years later, Moneen has grown into a band that sets the bar quite high, for live shows.  They are also considered a very polished asset to the Canadian music scene.  When asked about expectations for this album, Bridges simply said that he had, “no expectations, and hopes for the same type of reception around the world.”  As Moneen tours in Canada, the new album will definitely show long time fans how they have grown and will continue to push toward international success.