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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
Supercrawl By Kristin Archer Photos by Lisa Vuyk (unless otherwise stated) As I said in the beginning, this was my fifth Supercrawl. Now in its seventh year, it is so rewarding and exciting to watch the tradition grow and I’m honoured to be part of it in any way! Part 4: Sunday, September 13th A … Read more
Supercrawl By Kristin Archer Photos by Lisa Vuyk (unless otherwise stated) I was really excited to hit the streets the next day. I don’t think I can ever fully articulate how much Supercrawl means to me. There is an energy about it that’s unlike any other event. It makes me feel so proud of my … Read more
Supercrawl By Kristin Archer Photos by Lisa Vuyk (unless otherwise stated) Supercrawl 2015 crept up really quickly – as the big weekend got closer, I was getting anxious just thinking about it. It was a genius move on Sonic Unyon’s part last year to extend the festival to three days. With all of the hype, … Read more
Supercrawl By Kristin Archer Photos by Lisa Vuyk The 7th annual Supercrawl has come and gone. As always, it’s my absolute favourite time in Hamilton. This was the fifth Supercrawl I’ve attended and I’m still riding high from the energy of the festival. There was so much ground to cover, I’m rolling this out in … Read more
Episode 093 (Sept. 11/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Special Supercrawl show! Interview with two Supercrawl performers – Rich Aucoin + Grey Lands (Grey Lands’ album Right Arm released that day) More info: Supercrawl Rich Aucoin Grey Lands Episode 093 (Sept. 11/15) — I … Read more
Twin Within By Kristin Archer Last September, I heard rumblings of a new act called Yeryard. Learning that this new band was a duo who sings in unison and recorded their album in a church, I got hear a tiny sample of a song courtesy of “Parkside” Mike Renaud at Hidden Pony, the band’s label. … Read more
By Kristin Archer Supercrawl is almost here (September 11-13)! It’s making me anxious just thinking about how close it is. The annual free festival is my absolute favourite time of the year in Hamilton. Once again, the Sonic Unyon team delivers an impressive roster of musical acts, along with art installations, fashion shows, food trucks, … Read more
Episode 092 (Sept. 4/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with Anna Wiesen of Young Lions Music Club about their events in Hamilton and collaboration with Westdale Village on West Fest (Sept. 5) + preview of Supercrawl acts (Sept. 11-13) More info: Young Lions … Read more
Episode 091 (Aug. 28/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with Basement Revolver who play Supercrawl (Sept. 11-13); two live performances by Basement Revolver More info: Basement Revolver Supercrawl Episode 091 (Aug. 28/15) — I Heart Hamilton (93.3 CFMU) by Ihearthamilton on Mixcloud