Flannel Jimmy

Canadian rock band who originated in Nanaimo and Vancouver, British Columbia. Frontman and lead singer–guitarist Andrew Babuin started the band in 1998 in his hometown of Nanaimo, along with saxophonist Alex Maher. Bassist Alex Escott, drummer Ryan Stewart and guitarist Mario Vaira completed the quintet. They released their self-titled album in 2001 opening for Wide Mouth Mason, Colin James and The Proclaimers on their Canadian tour. Their influences include the Dave Matthews Band, Paul Simon, and Spirit of the West. Alex Maher and Mario Vaira went on to form the band DNA6, in 2004