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I Heart Hamilton’s Best Of 2015 By Kristin Archer Every year I think I’m going to do a recap post with my highlights of the year. Life always gets so busy, that I usually only have time for my Best Of Playlist. This year, though, felt more significant than ever. Not only on the personal … Read more
Playlist – Best of 2015 By Kristin Archer Here we go! The end of the year is always fun for me – time to reflect, prep myself for a new start, and make lists! As long as I can remember, making and listening to “Best Of” playlists was always a highlight of the season. The … Read more
Episode 107 (Dec. 18/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with Noah Fralick of Young Rival + interview with JR Digs about the 7th Annual Acoustic Christmas Concert (Dec. 23) More info: Young Rival JR Digs Episode 107 (Dec. 18/15) — I Heart Hamilton … Read more
This Ain’t Hollywood 345 James Street North By Kristin Archer Photos by Lisa Vuyk It’s been a rough year for me, as a Hamilton music fan! First my beloved New Hands broke up, then Harlan Pepper also decided to call it a day. Alas, we must go with the flow, and be grateful for all … Read more
Ark + Anchor Espresso Bar 300 King Street West By Kristin Archer Photos by Lisa Vuyk Hamilton is on fire right now! I can’t keep up. Over four and a half years into the blog, and people sometimes ask if I still have places to visit and if I’m still having fun doing this. Yes … Read more
Episode 106 (Dec. 11/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with Island People about their album release show (Dec. 23) + interview and live performance by James Hoffman More info: Island People James Hoffman Episode 106 (Dec. 11/15) — I Heart Hamilton (93.3 CFMU) … Read more
Studio 205 205 King Street East By Kandel Kindred Nothing is more admirable than quaint corner shops. Bright beams of sunlight shining through the vertical front windows, filled with the most charming items you’ll lay your eyes on, convincing you to take a peek. This is what Studio 205 did to me. As you first … Read more
Episode 105 (Dec. 4/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with actor/writer/comedian Eric Johnston about Comedy in the Creek and his new talk show Anytime With Eric Johnston More info: Eric Johnston Episode 105 (Dec. 4/15) — I Heart Hamilton (93.3 CFMU) by Ihearthamilton … Read more
The Zoetic 526 Concession Street By Trish Gallant Saturday, November 14th marked the 2nd annual Hamilton Sketchpack. The event brought 7 local sketch comedy troupes together for a non-stop evening of giggles. Matthew Surina not only held his own as host but as 1/3 of the group Aunt Francis. Returning to this year’s rodeo were … Read more
Episode 104 (Nov. 27/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with Michael Keire, owner and producer behind Threshold Recording Studio. We talk about some of the artists he has worked with and play their music. More info: Michael Keire Threshold Recording Studio Episode 104 … Read more