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Listen: Episode 289 (Oct. 11/19) I Heart Hamilton airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMUHosted by Kristin Archer In this episode:Chatting with iskwē about new album acākosīk (out Nov. 8)+Talking with Whiplash Girlchild before their show tonight at Corktown Pub + live performance from the band
Iskwé – “Breaking Down” [Listen]You were just one of thoseThe kind that gets under the skinYou pick me up, pick me upThen you threw me down againIskwé shares the second single off achakosuk, a new release coming out in late fall. The artist says the song “is about freeing yourself of a toxic relationship to … Read more
PUP – “Kids” [Listen] And I’ve embraced the calamity It has been a minute since we’ve heard from PUP who have been grinding it out on tour for the last little while. They’re back with a brand new song and right as I gave it the first spin, it reminded me just how much I … Read more
Episode 214 (Mar. 9/18) I Heart Hamilton airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Annual fundraiser episode at CFMU! I’m thrilled to welcome Iskwé to chat about her latest album and new single “The Unforgotten” featuring Tanya Tagaq + Manolis Zontanos is back and joined by Patrick Coppolino to talk about Manolis’ latest comedy … Read more
By Kristin Archer Ellevator – “Hounds” [Listen] Calling, calling for, calling for somebody to heal me Calling, calling for, calling somebody to fix me Things are only looking up for Ellevator – formerly called The Medicine Hat, the band revamped and picked up speed, signing with the incredible roster of acts at Arts & Crafts. They’re … 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
By Kristin Archer Iskwé – “Soldier” [Listen] You gotta be strong The release of Iskwé’s second album The Fight Within is the time to get to know her before she takes off to even greater heights. Even cooler, the Winnipeg-born artist of Irish and Cree/Dené roots is now based right here in Hamilton. Citing British electronic acts Massive … Read more