Review: Friendly Mr. Scruff at the Belmont
Mr. Scruff returned to Montreal for a much-appreciated night of solid groove and funk. Also, a quick review of his new album, Friendly Bacteria.
UK
Commonwealth Laughter at Brit-Ish During Just For Laughs
Review of the multi-comedian show Brit-Ish at Just For Laughs.
Conversations: Woman’s Hour Starts with a Haunting Debut
Album review of London based Woman’s Hour’s debut album Conversations
M.I.A.’s New Video Really is Trouble
The controversial new video Double Bubble Trouble shows that M.I.A. is badass.
From Symbols to World War II : Interview with Breton
London England indie band Berton discusses how they got together and gets deeper about war, violence, and symbolism.
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!
The KKK Meets McDonalds: Jake and Dinos Chapman’s Come and See
Provocative exhibition of miniatures and artworks by British brothers Jake and Dinos Chapman combine fear, wonder, and cheek.
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!
Making Melancholy More Beautiful. Lanterns on the Lake Interview
Hazel Wilde talks about songwriting, the relationship between current events and lyrics, and the history of Lanterns on the Lake.
Waiting for Jake Bugg Without My Glasses
British sensation Jake Bugg’s concert proved to be exactly what reviewer Nina Chabel hoped… And beyond that, the Skins proved to be better than expected, while Albert Hammond Jr. shows he’s a worthy front man.
Journey Into Jim Jones’ Heart of Darkness
Jim Jones’ heart isn’t all that savage. Find out who gets him choked up at live performances.
En Route to a Melody: Interview with DJ/Producer Pedestrian
London DJ and Producer Pedestrian drops into Le Belmont for a not-to-be-missed show if you know what’s good for you.