Saint John is about to become the most musical city on the East coast. East Coast Music Week is going to mean a lot more than just the East Coast Music Association. While the main event will be bringing a lot of attention to the city, there will plenty of limelight spilling over, and lots of musicians eager to soak it up. Quality Block Party have already announced a more indie rock flavoured festival happening along side. Now the folks at FeelsGood are making sure the funk/reggae/electronica scene doesn’t go unrepresented with their Underground No Case Show.
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In Review: Saint John Theatre Company’s ‘East Of Berlin’
Last night, Saint John Theatre Company premiered the latest show in their Studio Series, East of Berlin, at the BMO Theatre. Continue reading In Review: Saint John Theatre Company’s ‘East Of Berlin’
Developer Proposes Saint John’s Gothic Arches As New Brewery
Four years ago Jody McCairns moved to Saint John from Toronto with the intention of redeveloping Gothic Arches, a former church, into condominiums. With a slump in the markets, McCairns is now looking for creative ways just to keep the historic building from being demolished. His most recent proposal has been to tap into one of New Brunswick’s growing industries by turning the church into a brewpub.
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Quality Block Party: New Festival Announces Saint John Dates Opposite ECMAs
With the East Coast Music Awards coming into town – bringing in acts from all across the Maritimes, and people from across the county- it has the potential to draw attention away from some of New Brunswick’s most unique musical talents. This is where the Quality Block Party comes in to ensure that those visiting Saint John get the full experience. Continue reading Quality Block Party: New Festival Announces Saint John Dates Opposite ECMAs
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