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The Crowleys – “Clarice” [Listen]I was so lonely with youI’ve had my eye on The Crowleys for years and they are one local band that’s next out of the gate for their well-deserved and much-earned moment! “Clarice” is a perfect introduction to the band’s next chapter. They were so stellar on the main stage at Supercrawl … Read more
Listen: Episode 290 (Oct. 18/19) I Heart Hamilton airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMUHosted by Kristin Archer In this episode:Chatting with OLD KID (Darryl Webster) about his new album Tell Me Everything + upcoming show Oct. 25 at The Capitol Bar + Darryl performs live in studio + Chrisy Hurn of Basement Revolver is here on the release day of their new EP … Read more
By Kristin Archer Time to wrap up another year! It’s a pleasure to support Hamilton’s music scene and I’m continually inspired by it. If I can leave you with one resolution in 2019: go to more shows! To continue from last year, I’m charting EPs and albums, but I’ll give honourable mentions to these singles … Read more
Episode 249 (Dec. 7/18) I Heart Hamilton airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Chatting with Chrisy Hurn of Basement Revolver who play their last show of the year this Thursday Dec. 13 at Mills Hardware with Lost Cousins + Talking with JR Digs about his 10th Annual Acoustic Christmas on Dec. 23
By Kristin Archer Shade – “Controller [Listen] There he goes once again Shade is new evolution of Pet Sun and they’re sounding sharper than ever. The local band is signed to Sleepless Records and are gearing up for big things. This first single from their forthcoming full length record has that familiar dark and doomy sound … Read more
By Kristin Archer Arkells – “People’s Champ” [Listen] You do nothing every year But showing up on the red carpet I’m looking for the people’s champ Arkells deliver another banger just in time for summer. The Motown-infused, anthemic, politically-driven rock tune is the first single off their fifth studio album, due out later this year. While … Read more
By Kristin Archer It’s that time again, my friends. Every year it’s a pleasure to be exposed to so much local music and to be continually inspired by the talent in this city. I didn’t get to compile as many monthly Playlists as I would have liked to in 2017 but I’m grateful I can share local … Read more
DJ set — July 20, 2017 Basement Revolver EP Release @ The Casbah DJ Kristin Archer I was super excited to be part of the EP Release for my friends Basement Revolver to celebrate their brand new vinyl Agatha. It was an awesome night of music also featuring Grey \\ Water and King Park. This was one of my … Read more
By Kristin Archer TRYAL – “Show Me” [Listen] I want to be Your man you see But I’ve been wrong Oh I’ve been wrong Yes I’ve been wrong If you have experienced the magic that is Alex Samaras, you know how special this album is going to be, before you even listen to it. Often it’s … Read more
Episode 173 (May 12/17) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Chatting with Basement Revolver + Interview with Jillard Guitars