Review: Pillars of Ash by Black Tusk Carries the Torch
Recorded one month before the passing of bassist Jonathan Athon, Pillars of Ash is probably Black Tusk’s most defining album.
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Review of Solicitor Returns: Matthew Vasquez Flies Solo
New album by Matthew Vasquez full of solid songs
Spotlight On Montréal en Lumière’s Concerts
Check out these five performances at Montréal en Lumière to get the most out of the musical programming.
Into The Heart of Black Metal: Montreal Band Nordmadr Releases New EP
Each track on EP has something to offer.
Photojournal: Taverne Tour Rocks Mt. Royal and the Plateau
Turning early February into a rocking good time in the local pubs, the Taverne Tour gave us 13 amazing shows. Photos here.
The Temperance Movement Bluesy on White Bear
UK rocker’s sophomore album updates the band’s sound in a major way
Dream Theater’s “Astonishing” New Album
Dream Theatre’s latest album a concept album about a dystopian future.
Fat White Family Album for Some, Not For Others
Lunatic music of Fat White Family might just be your cup of tea if you like lunacy and drugs.
Montreal Festivals and Events for Feburary 2016
There’s a reason to get out every night in Montreal in February with festivals from day 1 to day 29 (it’s leap year!)
Steven Wilson’s new EP “4 ½” scores that out of 5
Compiled from different sessions, new EP a worthy listen.
Turn It Up! A Love Letter to the Electric Guitar
Watch and be warned you will be scrolling for a new Telecaster tomorrow.
Sold Out Igloofest Doesn’t Stop Us
It was a beautiful night when US techno DJ MAceo Plex played a three hour set while Pierre Kwenders held the side stage.
Veterans Megadeth Back with a Vengeance on Dystopia
New album from thrash metal legends is their best in years
Milk and Bone Planning Tour
Montreal duo Milk and Bone may have began playing as part of other people’s bands, but now are headliners in their own right.
The Besnard Lakes: A Coliseum Complex Museum Review
New album by Montreal local indie band reviewed here.
Review of New Album “Adore Life” by Savages
New album has its strong tracks and weak ones. Review here.
A Night of Noise: Dark Circles and Godbless America at Turbo Haus, January 7 2016
Two local bands go past 11 on their amps. Earplugs recommended.
Not Just Holding Steady with The Holds
You can’t keep a good band down. Montreal bar band is on the verge of releasing its first EP of original material.
Photojournal: Igloofest January 16 2016
Quebec Queen on the turntables comes home to heat up the outdoor dance party.