In celebration of Bob Dylan’s birthday on May 24th, Jessica Rhaye and The Ramshackle Parade released a gospel-folk-rock cover of the folk legend’s “Ring Them Bells.” As the first single off their upcoming album, Just Like A Woman – Songs of Bob Dylan, “Ring Them Bells” comes as just a glimpse of the nod to Dylan that Rhaye has in the works.
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New Brunswick roots artist Mike Biggar’s latest album feels like a highlight of his artistic character. Mike Biggar & Band – Live At The BMO Theatre is a recording of a sold-out concert from November 2018 in his hometown of Saint John. Throughout the album, Biggar gives us snippets of his live personality while flaunting his prowess at performing live. Continue reading New Music: Mike Biggar Showcases Personality and Talent in ‘Live At The BMO Theatre’
The Saint John String Quartet have made a major shift in gears for their 6th album. They’re leaning into the pop-culture canon with Canadian Hits: Unplugged. The album features 16 pop hits from Canadian icons, including Leonard Cohen, the Arkells, Joni Mitchell and more. Today they’ve released the first single: a special premiere of their take on The Tragically Hip’s “Ahead by a Century.” Continue reading Premiere: Saint John String Quartet Take on the Tragically Hip’s ‘Ahead by a Century’
After 25 years of service, Saint John’s Imperial Theatre has received a facelift to its façade. Today the theatre unveiled the final results of its three-phase façade restoration, with the completion of its new digital marquee. The theatre has been a crown jewel in uptown Saint John for 106 years now, so it may not be too surprising that the building has how a few makeovers now… Continue reading Imperial Theatre Completes Restoration – Unveils Latest in Long Line of Marquees
The Saint John Theatre Company celebrated a milestone today as they announce their 30th season. At an event hosted by SJTC Artistic Director Stephen Tobias and SJTC Board President George Daniel at their current BMO Studio location on Princess Street, they presented the theatre company’s major productions for 2019-2020. The announcements today included three Main Stage Series works that will be performed on the Imperial Theatre stage, and several smaller productions that will be hosted at their own BMO Studio Theatre. Continue reading The Saint John Theatre Company Announces Their 30th Season
