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Illitry It’s no secret here – Illitry is one of my very favourite local bands. It has been a pleasure to watch the band’s music evolve since the first time I saw them live, back in March 2012. With a few impressive singles released so far, their EP is about to be released, and I … Read more
The Beaches The Beaches is an energetic four-piece from Toronto. Comprised of Jordan Miller, Kylie Miller, Eliza Enman McDaniel, and Leandra Earl, the young band has been making major waves and released their EP Heights in May. They’ve played with the likes of Kings of Leon, Mother Mother USS, The Arkells, July Talk, and have … Read more
Hands & Teeth It was a blast having Hands & Teeth perform last week live in Gore Park during the Downtown BIA’s Summer Promenade. I had to rush off to broadcast live-to-air on 93.3 CFMU, but it was difficult to pry myself away from the stage area – they sounded fantastic. Check out a video … Read more
Haolin Munk Four-piece band Haolin Munk are one of the most unique acts in the city right now with their blend of jazz and hip hop. They just released a new single “Blood Banker,” featuring Mike Simon of The Pucumber Sasssquash Family Band. I chatted with Chris Ferguson to get the scoop on the band’s … Read more
Weaves Weaves are a band that must be on your radar. The Toronto-based band just released their self-titled debut EP at the beginning of the month and it’s a colourful, crazy ride from start to finish. I chatted with lead singer Jasmyn Burke about the EP, their visuals, their recent performance at SXSW, and more. … Read more
Wildlife Wildlife are one my favourite bands to see live and they just so happen to roll through town tomorrow! I got a chance to speak with lead vocalist Dean Povinsky about the band and their newest album …On the Heart. I also chatted with Dean live on 93.3 CFMU and played a few tunes … Read more
Chris McNamee I was pleased to get to interview another author, local writer Chris McNamee, who just published his first book, Love, Lust and the Last Resort. About the book: Love, Lust and the Last Resort dog ears a chapter of a young writer’s transition into manhood. This collection of poems and stories take readers … Read more
Dan Griffin I recently caught up with musician Dan Griffin, founding member of Arkells, who released his debut solo album Leave Your Love in 2011. Dan is following that record up with his new EP Bordertown, which he wrote and recorded in Windsor. During our chat, I learned more about Dan’s time in Windsor, how … Read more
The Monarch Project A Mid Summer’s Dream is this Saturday! The buzz is building and you’re not going to want to miss out. Amidst the colourful fun, there will be a stellar lineup of live music including The Monarch Project. Comprised of Joe Boudreau, Jose Batista, James Rea Girt, and Rob Nagy, this Hamilton alternative/psychedelic … Read more
Weekend Riot Club Hamilton rockers Weekend Riot Club are on a roll. The band (Melissa Marchese, Mike Chetcuti, and Paul Fontes) just released their new album Psychotropia, had a big album release party at The Casbah, made the cover of View Magazine, and are set to play Supercrawl in September. But first, sure to be … Read more