Be a tourist in your own city.
I Heart Hamilton celebrates its 4th anniversary with annual fundraiser show! Based around the concept, “Be a tourist in your own city,” the local arts and culture blog was founded on May 1st, 2011. I Heart Hamilton is also a weekly radio show on 93.3 CFMU, airing live Fridays at 2pm. I Heart Hamilton: The … Read more
Radius 151 James Street South By Kristin Archer Spring is here, and with the changing season comes an added burst of energy in the air. Especially after such a harsh winter, this spring I want to hit the ground running, check out new places and meet new people. The Samuel Adams Social at Radius was just … Read more
Hamilton’s vinyl-only DJ party, Discography, is back for its next session on Sunday, April 5th! It’s a special session as Kristin A/B is back – we’ve got a special springtime set planned. Plus, this is the official start of our birthday celebrations as Kristin A celebrates on April 8th and Kristin B on May 10th. Going … Read more
Episode 069 (Mar. 20/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with Julie Fader of Etiquette about the band’s debut album Reminisce and release show (3/26) at Baltimore House; radio premiere of two Etiquette songs; interview with DB Cooper about their debut album The Road; … Read more
Episode 068 (Mar. 13/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Music by some of the 2015 JUNO Awards nominees; interview and live performance by JUNOfest performers Ash & Bloom More info: Ash & Bloom JUNOfest Episode 068 (Mar. 13/15) — I Heart Hamilton (93.3 CFMU) … Read more
By Kristin Archer The JUNO Awards are right around the corner, and along with choosing which JUNOfest shows to attend and which Fan Choice nominee to vote for, comes another important decision – what to wear! Hamilton’s fashion scene is incredibly vibrant, with new shops popping up all the time. From vintage to contemporary, there … Read more
* Contest closed on March 12th * Win a pair of tickets to JUNO Songwriter Circle! JUNO Songwriters’ Circle brings together some of the most talented Canadian singer-songwriters, sharing songs and stories on stage. Tom Power of CBC Radio will be our on-stage host to lead the discussion and introduce the artists in this truly … Read more
* Contest closed on March 11th * Win a pair of tickets to JUNO Cup! JUNO Awards Weekend kicks off with a celebrity fundraising hockey game in support of MusiCounts, Canada’s music education charity associated with CARAS. NHL Greats and Canadian musicians will face off in a fun, competitive, non-contact hockey game. All proceeds benefit MusiCounts. … Read more
DJ set — February 15, 2015 Discography @ The Baltimore House with DJ Mark & DJ Andy Kristin A/B – Vinyl set (Kristin Archer & Kristin Lee B) This set marked the debut of Kristin A/B and the first time either of us DJ’d using vinyl. It was an honour to play at Discography, a … Read more
By Kristin Lee B With The JUNO Awards fast approaching, a distinct buzz can be heard around Hamilton. You can feel the excitement in the air, and almost see it rising in a cloud over downtown, palpable with hope and intensity. Recently, The JUNOs Turn It On Songwriter Contest tapped into the creative spirit that … Read more