Ty Segall Is Keeping Punk Alive
Pop Montreal performer Ty Segall reminded me why punk is so amazing. He also proves you don’t have to be a dick to be punk.
Articles by Robyn Homeniuk
Ottawa Folk Festival Recap: A Very Canadian Festival
Despite chilly weather, the festival ended up being pretty amazing. With the right number of layers, the chill was barely noticeable.
POP Montreal 2014 Presents: Jeremy Fisher
I have to thank the Pop Montreal artist recommendation for making me choose this event last night. Fisher’s performance at Petit Campus was heart-melting.
Reviewed by Robyn: Peaceful But Groovy Tunes From BANKS & ODESZA
BANKS and ODESZA turn out perfect back to school albums. Both of these would be great for a study session turned dance party.
Ottawa Folk Festival: Day 1 & 2 Recap
Recap of days 1 and 2 at the Ottawa Folk Fest with Foster the People, M. Ward, Serena Ryder, and Lorde.
Summer’s Not Over Yet: A Guide to Ottawa’s Folk Festival
Take a road trip this week to Ottawa and catch a stellar line up including The National, Lorde, J Cole, and more. You can even bike if you’re up for a sore butt! Advice on where to stay and how to get there.
Bishop Allen’s “Lights Out”: Fun Fall Pop After 5 Years
Robyn’s review of Bishop Allen’s new album “Lights Out”. Something to check out if you like fun, enjoyable, dreamy music.
Reviewed by Robyn: Karl Wolf Is Abysmal But BAHAMAS Is Artistic
Robyn takes on R&B’s Karl Wolf’s and Toronto’s artful BAHAMAS’s new albums
Interview with Montreal’s South Shore Natives Dead Obies
Rampage interviews Montreal’s local heroes from the South Shore, Dead Obies. These guys are crazy and really have a true Quebecois essence about them.
Interview: Catch Up With Beat Market Before They Go International
Beat Market took some time to chat with us at Osheaga. Learn about their festival experience and what else is in store for the duo in 2014/2015
Reviewed By Robyn: Predictable Pop Is Boring with The Vamps & Alex Clare
Find out what Robyn thinks about One Directionesque, boy band The Vamps’ Somebody To You EP and Alex Clare’s Three Hearts.
Interview: The Royal Streets Treated Like Kings at Osheaga
Interview with Michael Demsey and Eric Stirtzinger of The Royal Streets about their experiences winning the Molson Contest and coming to Osheaga
Osheaga Three Day Recap
Robyn’s three-day recap of Osheaga 2014. She did it all, from crowd surfing to eating poutine and oh, maybe took some kick ass photos…
Reviewed By Robyn: Arkells and Spoon
Robyn reviews Arkells’ “High Noon” and Spoon’s “They Want My Soul”.
Wil Anderson’s Debut Solo Stand-Up Is Hilarious
Review of the Aussie Wil Anderson’s hour long stand-up show. He is equally attractive and funny, plus the show ending with a standing O.
Russell Peters Gala: Legendary End For A Legendary Fest
Russell Peters and invited guests reviewed. A great way to end a fantastic Just For Laughs experience.
Commonwealth Laughter at Brit-Ish During Just For Laughs
Review of the multi-comedian show Brit-Ish at Just For Laughs.
Reviewed by Robyn: New Records from Richard Reed Parry and La Roux
Review of Richard Reed Parry and La Roux’s new albums. Both are worth picking up, especially Parry’s on vinyl if you have a record player.
Osheaga Preview: From The Band’s Perspective with Royal Canoe’s Matt Peters
My interview with Matt Peters of Royal Canoe. We talk summer festivals, Osheaga, why DJs and Arctic Monkeys are so popular, plus some important transit info.
Nathan Fielder For You Sneak-Peak : Videos and Hilarious Q&A
Nathan Fielder shows several video clips, sang karaoke, and embarrassed audience members in a totally acceptable way to create a hilarious event.