North by East West

Godspeed You! Black Emperor to Reunite for Shows, ATP Festival

2010-04-11T12:36:00.002-04:00

The progressive/experimental/"post-rock" collective Godspeed You! Black Emperor will reunite later this year to curate the All Tomorrow's Parties Festival (ATP) in England, and to perform some shows as a band. Godspeed You! Black Emperor has been on hiatus since 2003, NME.com says, and it's believed they haven't performed live for about a decade. In a somewhat cryptic message posted online,

Spookey Ruben Live

2010-04-08T20:39:00.003-04:00

I just heard and wanted to spread the word that Spookey Ruben is playing live tonight April 8th at 6pm PST on http://www.drumchannel.com/

Oh! Fest (London, Ontario) Lineup Announced -The Acorn, Wooden Sky, $100, Durbervilles

2010-03-29T18:23:00.005-04:00

Oh! Fest takes place downtown London, April 22-24. The fest is put on by the Open House Arts Collective. This year it's sponsored by CHRW, the local campus radio station and they will be broadcasting some of the shows live-to-air, keep an eye out.The lineup this year is noticeably more high-profile than last year with many standout acts. Last year's lineup included The Burning Hell, Laura Barrett

sexy but gross, still sexy music videos n NSFW

2010-03-25T23:32:00.000-04:00

NSFWgrum cant take this feelingacidgirls lightworksArmand Van Helden - NYC Beatmstrkrft easy love

Megan Hamilton Interview

2010-03-22T22:24:00.005-04:00

This year I am determined to make a valid effort in promoting the Woman in Canadian Music. Why you ask? Well first of all, there is plenty of talent in this beautiful country of ours that needs to be heard. The average person is totally unaware of what Canada has to offer. We rely on our hit radio stations and award shows to tell us what we should be listening to. But what about the artists

Great Lake Swimmers - limited edition The Legion Sessions CD

2010-03-19T14:46:00.000-04:00

It is with great pleasure to share with you the release of The Legion Sessions; a limited edition physical CD from Great Lake Swimmers' acclaimed live recordings at the Royal Canadian Legion Pub in February 2009. While previously released digitally in September, the physical release is slated for April 17th, 2010. In celebration of Record Store Day, the album will be exclusively available at

Milks and Rectangles release new EP. . . . for free

2010-03-17T09:53:00.003-04:00

And goddamn it, it's pretty great.Go to www.milksandrectangles.com to download their latest, Troubleshooters.The official 'release' of the album is tonight, at Hunter's Ale HouseMilks & Rectangles are a four-piece indie pop rock n' roll band from Charlottetown, PEI. Troubleshooters is the follow-up to the group!s 2009 release Civic Virtues (Night Dan-ger). Troubleshooters was produced by Adam

Shows Today (last night)

2010-03-13T05:45:00.005-05:00

Daniel saw P.S. I Love You, Diamond Rings, Parlovr & The Peelies at the Silver Dollar.It was a REAL party.Earlier in the day, april saw Ghost Bees at the Roncesvalles house (John O. & Colin M.). Eerie & beautiful. (and lots of delicious perogies and beet salad there)MUCH later we danced to The Magic & Bonjay. Best party in town.Please copy, paste and google each of these bands. They are all SUPA.

Guitar Lesson by Jay Malinowski of Bedouin Soundclash (QTV)

2010-03-10T17:26:00.001-05:00

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2010-03-09T14:52:00.001-05:00

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Go NORTH to Detroit, SOUTH to Windsor.

2010-03-08T21:23:00.008-05:00

Images from Brasstronaut @Phog Lounge 3/5/2010

Go NORTH to Detroit, SOUTH to Windsor.

2010-03-08T00:36:00.006-05:00

Images from Yukon Blonde Phog Lounge 2/27/2010

Canadian Music Fest preview: Friday

2010-03-07T20:56:00.000-05:00

Here's my rundown of what you might want to see on the Friday of Canadian Music Fest. There's not a lot that really excites me, but certainly more than enough bands worth seeing.I've got my Wednesday and Thursday previews up, too.FRIDAY (12 mar)Sirius Satellite Radio Quebec showcase feat. Artist of the Year, Handsome Furs, Winter Gloves, Parlovr, more @ El Mocambo (First Floor).The El Mo floor

Canadian Music Fest preview: Thursday.

2010-03-07T17:13:00.002-05:00

Day two of Canadian Music Fest is Thursday, and it's a big night. Like I did for Wednesday, I'll tell you the shows that interest me and that might interest you. THURSDAY (11 mar)The Drake presents Hooded Fang, Forest City Lovers, Low Level Flight, and Digits @ The Drake Hotel. This is the early portion of the night. As per the Drake's regular M.O., the electro-DJ type stuff takes over starting

Canadian Music Fest preview: Wednesday

2010-03-07T15:17:00.002-05:00

Canadian Music Fest (part of Canadian Music Week) is nearly upon us. The first official night is Wednesday, so that's where I'll start. There are a LOT of bands playing, and most of them I've never heard of. But I do know some good Toronto (and other bands), and I'm in the process of listening to MySpaces right now in hopes of uncovering some other good bets.So, given my own tastes (which does

Spotlight : Aidan Knight (an interview with...)

2010-03-07T02:21:00.000-05:00

Aidan Knight – a stabbing, Versicolour, cereal, and starting a label What just happened? I was in 7-11 across the street from Sugar [night club] where Said the Whale just played to a sold out, packed out house. And I was buying a 500ml carton of chocolate milk. While we were in line, one of the 7-11 employees ran beside us, literally ran beside us, and took off his belt and made a make shift

"Anvil: The Story of Anvil" Wins for Best Doc at Independent Spirit Awards

2010-03-06T02:07:00.001-05:00

The band that just keeps rocking got more recognition Friday night when "Anvil: The Story of Anvil" was the surprise winner of the Best Documentary prize at the 25th annual Film Independent Spirit Awards. Actress Maria Bello and rocker Lenny Kravitz presented the award at the Spirit Awards ceremony, which was held in a rooftop tent in downtown Los Angeles. Steve "Lips" Kudlow of Anvil

Zaac Pick's Fierce Wind Will Blow You Away

2010-03-03T18:24:00.001-05:00

Fierce Wind is an apt title for Zaac Pick’s first solo EP (Pick was part of Vancouver’s Doubting Paris, whose members provide plenty of support here). From the initial syncopated picking of the opening of “Bad Dream”, I was blown away. Pick has crafted six gorgeous songs here, drawing on folk, roots and indie pop influences, using a variety of instrumentation (including strings), but all the

armen at the Bazaar - 6 song EP review

2010-03-02T21:28:00.004-05:00

"armen at the Bazaar" is listed as alternative, healing & easy listening, and gospel on his MySpace page.If there was gospel involved, I missed it, but that is neither here nor there. When I first seen these three types of music listed together I wasn't sure what to expect. I didn't just get a 6 song EP, I got an experience.Overall, the album has a very relaxed feel to it, there is not a lot of

Dave Carroll - Musical Customer Service Advocate

2010-03-02T20:28:00.005-05:00

Image Source: http://www.monctonblogger.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/dave-carroll.jpgMany people may have heard the story and now it has reached its end. For those of you who haven't, here is the rundown. Maritime musician Dave Carroll (half of the musical duo Sons of Maxwell, his brother Don being the other half) was flying on United Airlines when his Taylor guitar got damaged by the United

Interview with Vancouver band - Philoceraptor

2010-02-28T13:54:00.003-05:00

Philoceraptor in their rehersal space, photo courtesy of the band.Interview with Vancouver band - Philoceraptorby Jade Sperry Philoceraptor are three individuals who have traveled to different parts of Canada for different reasons. In their own words “there really isn't anything too exciting about this story; Steve went to school with Justin in Quebec- Justin worked with Phil in Vancouver -

4-song EP Review - Philoceraptor

2010-02-28T13:33:00.002-05:00

EP cover, courtesy of the band.Philoceraptor EP Reviewby Jade SperryThe four songs on this EP are truly diverse, interesting and leave you wanting more. This trio of young men remind me of a band from Philly called MewithoutYou. Hard rocking tunes and raw vocals are evident on the first song “Grammar”. There is fuzzed guitar feedback and hard-hitting drumbeats assaulting your eardrums with a

Small Crowd, Epic Performance - The Wooden Sky at Ontario House (Vancouver Olympics 2010)

2010-02-28T03:18:00.006-05:00

The Wooden Sky officially elevates to one of my favourite live acts. Having seen the band play live once before (they opened for Elliott Brood on tour last year), I expect another impassioned, rocking performance and The Wooden Sky do not disappoint. They are quiet when they need to be and then build up to something wonderfully epic. Playing songs from their most recent record, If I Don’t

BCIT's Evolution 107.9 Turns 4!

2010-02-26T19:22:00.000-05:00

Evolution is turning 4 and we want you to join us!! We have a ton of great prizing including: $150 package from Mirella's Tattoos Jason Collett tickets from Biltmore Cabaret Big Pink tickets from Live Nation 3D Imax Hubble Movie package from Warner Brothers and tons more!! Ben Sigston, Familia and Free City Collective will be performing live. We have a sweet deal on a meal. Pay $10 and get a

Hayley Stark - EP Review of Get Over It

2010-02-26T17:06:00.004-05:00

Jennifer Bryan and Monica Julie are Hayley Stark. Photo courtesy of the artists. CD Review – Hayley Stark – Get Over It EP by Jade Sperry Jennifer Bryan is a roaring girl in every sense of the phrase. She has played lead guitar in a host of metal bands and