Be a tourist in your own city.
By Kristin Archer As the great Joni Mitchell said, “Don’t it always seem to go, that you don’t know what you’ve got ’til it’s gone.” When I started this blog in 2011, I didn’t think about how long I would be chronicling my hometown adventures, and also how much Hamilton would change over time. With change … Read more
I Heart Hamilton’s Best Of 2016 By Kristin Archer Although it’s important to keep moving forward and being in the now, it’s always fun to reflect on the year as we roll into the next. It means a lot to still be documenting my local adventures on the blog and I hope it continues to inspire people to … Read more
Episode 127 (May 27/16) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with Emmett O’Reilly of Pkew Pkew Pkew before the band plays Homegrown Hamilton (May 27) + songs from nominees of the 2016 Hamilton Music Awards (May 27-29) More info: Pkew Pkew Pkew Hamilton Music … Read more
I Heart Hamilton is nominated for two awards at the 2016 Hamilton Music Awards (Gala Awards)! This will be our fourth time in attendance at the HMAs, and third time nominated. Nominations: Website/Online Publication of the Year – I Heart Hamilton Media Person of the Year – Kristin Archer All of the HMA events take place from May … Read more
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
Episode 078 (May 22/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview and live performance by Hamilton Music Award nominee and performer Laura Cole (and Chris Chiarcos) + interview with alumni of Hamilton Children’s Choir, Gillian Nicola & Spence Newell (HCC 40th anniversary events May 29-30) … Read more
By Kristin Archer This Saturday marks the debut of Tongue FU‘s new 7-inch single on local label Schizophrenic Records. The release features two tracks: “James Street North” (Side A) which was co-arranged by Andy Shernoff, produced by Gene Champagne, and Engineered by Carm Milioto at 410 Studios. “Tongue Fu” (Side B) was produced by Andy … Read more
Episode 077 (May 15/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview and live performance by Hamilton Music Award nominee and performer Justin Dunlop + interview and live performance by Reiki Share (Cassette Release show May 16 at HAVN) More info: Hamilton Music Awards Justin Dunlop … Read more
By Kristin Archer The 2015 Hamilton Music Awards are coming up quickly! This year, the HMAs are taking place in the spring once again and are back at Theatre Aquarius. Events run from May 21-24th. Here’s a quick rundown: HMA Music Industry Conference – Thursday, May 21st @ Dofasco Centre for the Arts HMA Rising … Read more
I Heart Hamilton is nominated for two awards at the 2015 Hamilton Music Awards (Industry Awards)! This will be my third time attending the HMAs, and I am so honoured to be nominated for the second time. Congratulations to all of the nominees, and I cannot wait to celebrate with everyone during HMA week! Nominations: … Read more