On Their Maiden Voyage : Interview with Leisure Cruise
Interview with indie royalty Dave Hodge and Leah Siegel, a power duo that makes Leisure Cruise the best musical trip you’ll take in a long time.
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Lana Del Rey : A Grateful Rock Goddess
No one can say Lana Del Rey is up herself. Fans were treated to a rocking performance at the Bell Center where this hard working musician took selfies with fans.
It’s Raining Men, Hallelujah: Royal Canoe and Bombay Bicycle Club
Talented indie boy bands from Canada and the UK get their groove on and no one is complaining!
Photolog: Anachronik Festival
A photolog from of the newest music festivals in the city dedicated to “vintage” music — music with a pure sound and a lot of attitude.
Queen M.I.A. Makes Montreal Her Loyal Servant
M.I.A.’s show had it all: sweat, smoke, lights, mosh pit, more sweat, gold clothes, short-shorts, bass to break an eardrum, and a good time all around.
Review : Moderat at Metropolis Whips Crowd Into Frenzy
Killer show of Moderat gets crowd to move and sweat. Lili Hudecova gives an audience eye view of a beloved band. Also, check out her live capture of a few songs.
The River Less Traveled : Royal Canoe Interview
Royal Canoe talks about its process for writing music and also how Winnipeg is still very much a part of their sound despite being on the road.
Photojournal : Jessy Lanza at Il Motore
Jessy Lanza is much loved by her many fans. Her sense of beats and her angelic voice blend perfectly.
Reaching New Levels with Young Rival and “Elevator”
Zoe Schultz interviews punk melodic Young Rival followed by a quick recap of their recent concert at l’Esco.
Review : Teebs Reminisces On Summers Past with Estara
Hazy, nostalgic album Estara is perfect ambient music for the sensitive soul.
Anachronik Music Festival : Pure Rock for Vintage Rebels
Two-day music festival in Montreal is centered on “vintage” rock sound and draws rockabilly crowd with the return of the Gutter Demons.
Twerking with Love: Iggy Azalea Adored in Montreal
Iggy Azalea brought the party with her to Montreal. The only complaint is that she didn’t play long enough!
Busty and the Bass Don’t Need Glass Slippers to Funk It Up
McGill 9-piece band play covers and originals with their own funky flair.
Review: High Dials Yestergraves EP
New EP evocative of both Johnny Marr and Blaxploitation films. How exactly does that happen?
Review: Martha Wainwright Gives Memorable Performance By Being Herself
With new baby in tow and lyrics written on paper plates, Martha Wainwright shows that the best performances require nothing more than showing up as one’s true self
Three Album Reviews for April 2014: Tokyo Police Club, Bombay Bicycle Club, Real Estate
Reviews of new albums by Tokyo Police Club, Bombay Bicycle Club, and Real Estate.
Review: Polished Duo Whitehorse Draws Crowd to EP Release
Solid performance by Ontario duo in support of their first French album.
Album Review: Protomartyr Under the Color is Bleached Out
Protomartyr’s sophomore album is halfway there — and depending on if you are an optimist or a pessimist, you can take that how you want.
Photolog: The Grove and Engines of Peace at Il Motore
The Grove and Engines of Peace rock Il Motore with their groovy-jazzy-hard rocking sound.
Olympic Symphonium Gets Lucky with Jazz-Kissed Folk Album Chance to Fate
Olympic Sympohinum’s new album Chance to Fate is contemplative and searching. Rachel Levine talks to Kyle Cunjak about writing it.