BRAT is Charli XCX’s sixth studio album, released June 7 with a deluxe edition released on June 10 (entitled Brat and it’s the same but there’s three more songs so it’s not). Charli, who started performing at illegal London raves when she was fourteen and whose
The sun had set on Sled Island and people had made their way to the headliner show of their choice. If you were one of the many debating what set to pick because you just couldn’t miss Show Me The Body at the Legion, don’t fret because the
Summer Qamp, directed by Jen Markowitz, follows a group of 2SLGBTQIA+ kids in a five day overnight camp, Camp fYrefly, at YMCA Camp Chief Hector in Kananaskis, Alberta. It documents campers’ stories and for many, their first experience in a space dedicated solely to the queer community. Camp fYrefly is
This month the National Music Centre (NMC), in collaboration with King Eddy, hosted a celebration for Black Music Month. This function presented by the NMC gave centre stage to multiple up-and-coming Black artists within Calgary. With a special curation of sounds, the crowd jived to exceptional tunes ranging
For day four of Sled Island, venues around the city were playing an outstanding number of artists. The lineup at Modern Love was a way to experience a multitude of different artists in similar genres, but each with their own unique sound. On the patio, a series of R&
On June 22, the Gauntlet co-presented an electrifying evening at the PinBar for Sled Island Day Four, featuring a vibrant lineup of indie bands that kept the crowd captivated and craving more. Each performance delivered a distinct flavor of indie rock, creating a dynamic and unforgettable night of music.
With a line-up of over 100 artists, Sled Island has plenty of international acts returning to Calgary or coming for the first time, but a vital part of the festival is how it highlights the city’s local music. Day Three of the festival kicked off with a schedule
Sukha Never Dies is a Bangladeshi descendant born in Saudi Arabia. Growing up segregated in Saudi Arabia and being raised in Canada during the War on Terror, Sukha describes how being different in her surroundings served as a catalyst for her distinct musical style. Reference points for her music are
Closing off the second night of the festival, the ConnectFirst x Sled Island showcase at a sold-out Royal Canadian Legion didn’t disappoint. The headliner act, Cherry Glazerr, gave a masterclass on how to pack a show, create an atmosphere unlike any and make 12 degrees feel like 30
On Day Two of Sled Island, the festival sprung into motion with shows beginning late in the afternoon and well into the night. One standout was the CJSW-presented experimental music showcase at Central United Church, full of festival attendees to see the collection of three of the finest artists
