Calico’s Gambit delivers a refreshing vintage indie blues pop/rock sound fused with poetic lyricism and detailed layering. With influences such as The Black Keys, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Fleetwood Mac and Bob Dylan, Christopher Helmeste (singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist) works at the core of Calico’s Gambit with a variety of studio musicians and creative collaborators, constantly experimenting with the band’s sound. Working with producer/recording engineer Gord Richards, debut EP "Smiling Faces" (2020) was meticulously recorded and mastered in Toronto, ON at Oak Recording Studio run by Damon de Szegheo (associated with acclaimed Canadian artists including Juno Award winners Serena Ryder, The Barenaked Ladies and Bruce Cockburn).