Halifax based psych rock/pop outfit Walrus are taking listeners through the paces with their new music video for ‘In Timely Fashion’. Taped on an old camcorder, or else a go-pro made to look like one, the video follows the band members as they go about their day-to-day in what must be Walrus‘s habitually trance inducing jangle pop world. Continue reading Music Video: Walrus’ ‘In Timely Fashion’
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New Music: Gianna Lauren Releases ‘Moving Parts’
It’s been two years since Gianna Lauren released her first single ‘Mistakes’ for her forth coming album ‘Moving Parts’, which almost never saw the light of day. Lucky it’s here now, and worth the wait. Continue reading New Music: Gianna Lauren Releases ‘Moving Parts’
Nationwide Collaborative Brew Includes Beers For Each Province
Canada is celebrating its 150th year of confederation this year. It’s something that (most) Canadians are celebrating in a big way – from national campaigns, to events being hosted by smaller businesses it seems likes everyone is getting involved somehow. One of our favourite ways we’re seeing people get in to the spirit of things is a nationwide collaboration of craft brewers being hosted by Red Racer (of Central City Brewing) in Surrey, British Columbia. Continue reading Nationwide Collaborative Brew Includes Beers For Each Province
Pity City: Saint John’s All Ages Boom and Bust
It’s one in the morning as I sit on what feels like the end of the earth. In reality, I’m looking out into the vastness of the Bay of Fundy from Tin Can Beach in Saint John, New Brunswick; the divorced Father of Confederation. The smell of sulfur and sea salt give the city its charm and, when coupled with it’s rich history, it makes Saint John a truly unique place to live. Music created here is just as distinct as the city itself, and has struck a chord with the teenagers who call this place home. Unfortunately, the vast majority of performances often occur in nineteen plus establishment – licensed bars and restaurants which make it difficult for youth to see live music. There is an alternative though: Saint John’s all ages music scene. While it has never been perfect, it means the world to the young bands grinding to get their voices heard, and those who crave the thrill of seeing adolescent chaos unfold before their eyes. Continue reading Pity City: Saint John’s All Ages Boom and Bust