Be a tourist in your own city.
kristin 
93.3 CFMU McMaster Campus Radio I had the opportunity to do a phoner, as they say in the biz, with my alma mater’s campus radio station, 93.3 CFMU. I was a guest on Ric Taylor’s show “Lullabies in Razorland”. I was on to do some promo for this Saturday’s The Playlist 1.0 but I also … Read more
James Street North Art Crawl Art Crawl gets bigger and better every month! The warmer months are the most fun for Art Crawl, and everyone was out and about, taking full advantage of the hot summer night. I also realized this was our second Crawl this year that fell on the superstitious Friday the 13th … Read more
Canadian Winter Dr. Disc 20 Wilson Street We chose the perfect spot for our Rendezvous with Kobi of Canadian Winter – Dr. Disc! The basement of the record store boasts a crazy selection of vinyl and the wall of records made for a fitting backdrop. Before and after our interview, we couldn’t help but peruse … Read more
No Doubt – “Settle Down” [Listen] But you can see it in my eyes You can read it on my lips I’m trying to get a hold on this And I really mean it this time And you know it’s such a trip Don’t get me started I’m trying to get a hold on this … Read more
2012 Media Relations Summer Camp The Hamilton Spectator 44 Frid Street We were honoured to be selected among an incredible group of non-profits and community groups in the City to participate in a Media Relations summer camp, hosted by Mohawk College and The Hamilton Spectator. Our fellow campers included: Hammer City Roller Girls, Hamilton Arts … Read more
New Hands From our first meeting with New Hands, we knew we’d be friends. We’ve found a lot in common with the band, from our Tumblr blogs and the Playlists we both post, to finding similar tastes in music, books, movies, and tv, and our connection to McMaster. Not only are they great guys and … Read more
Dr. Disc 20 Wilson Street Radius 151 James Street South We’re getting revved up for our first event, The Playlist 1.0, a fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Hamilton. We’re three weeks away – who’s coming?! Get your tickets now at This Ain’t Hollywood and Dr. Disc. We’re so excited for it! Avishka … Read more
Dinner Belles Homegrown Hamilton 27 King William Street The Dinner Belles are definitely one of the most interesting and exciting bands we’ve encountered on our Tour, and one of the most unique bands in the City. From the first time Avi and I saw them play an impressive two-hour set at the Leander Boat Club, … Read more
AppleBerry Cafe 312 King Street East J.H. Gordon Books 314 King Street East I’m pleased to present the first Crossover post! When the blog began, I really didn’t know about the bursting online community in Hamilton, and getting to connect with fellow bloggers is something I would like to do more of – hence my … Read more
Metric – “Youth Without Youth” [Listen] Can you read my mind? Read my mind? Follow along to the end of the song I’ve always been sort of a casual Metric fan, but I do really like their stuff; they never fail to grab my attention with the energy of their music. Pure rock’n’roll! And Canadian, … Read more