By Thomas Johnson, October 10 2017 —
Los Angeles artist Open Mike Eagle once coined the genre ‘art rap,’ a loose term used to classify the avant-garde, often challenging brand of hip-hop stemming from fringe beat scenes. The music generally … Read the rest
By Miriam Johnston, October 9 2017 —
Calgary-based Polish musician Valiska has called his new album, On Pause, his most personal work. Valiska describes the eight-track ambient album as “charting a journey of loss and upheaval.”
This album appears to … Read the rest
By Matty Hume, October 9 2017 —
Very few Canadian artists are able to claim a spot on the Polaris Music Prize shortlist with their debut album. In 2012, Toronto-based post-hardcore trio Metz became one of those few. While their … Read the rest
By Thomas Johnson, October 5 2017 —
Tom Petty may have been the most casual of America’s rock icons. His career was mellow in comparison to his contemporaries. Next to Dylan’s generational tides and Springsteen’s Americana heroism, Petty’s suburban narratives … Read the rest
By Matty Hume, October 3 2017 —
During this year’s Sled Island music festival, metalcore pioneers Converge headlined the largest hardcore show of the week at the #1 Legion downtown. The show’s opening band was Vancouver’s Neck of the Woods, … Read the rest
By Scott Christensen, September 22 2017 —
The Calgary International Film Festival kicked off with a premiere of When They Awake at the opening gala on Sept. 20.
When They Awake is a documentary about Indigenous Canadian musicians with a … Read the rest
By Matty Hume, September 19 2017 —
The University of Calgary is home to the School of Creative and Performing Arts, which combines the music, dance and drama departments while hosting year-round events in various venues across campus.
If you’re … Read the rest
By Matty Hume, September 6 2017 —
Over the course of his career, Rory Ferreira has called himself many names. Some know him as Scallops Hotel, but most recognize him simply as Milo. Since his twin EPs in 2013, Things … Read the rest
By Scott Christensen, August 2 2017 —
Now in its third year, Calgary’s annual hip-hop and R&B music festival is facing some changes. One Love Music Festival will now be a one-day event on Aug. 4, instead of its previous … Read the rest
By Mariah Wilson, June 27 2017 —
A colourful playground, lively music and a vibrant red door welcomed visitors to the McHugh House on June 17, Neighbour Day. The grand opening represents a coming-of-age for Calgary’s music scene, a chance … Read the rest
