There was no snow on the ground when the Canadian Pacific Rail Holiday Train pulled into Anderson Station, but that didn’t damper the Christmas spirit.
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Willam Prince and Justin Lacroix @ Festival Hall
Arts CoverageLast Friday’s concert at Calgary’s Festival Hall was an elaborate affair, as far as Canadian folk shows go.
Tearing it up with Bob Moses
Arts CoverageA pair of Canadian producers are making their mark on the club scene and beyond.
Not their first rodeo: Marianas Trench @ Calgary Stampede
Arts CoverageCan-con pop-punk favourites Marianas Trench played a packed crowd at the Calgary Stampede’s Coca Cola Stage this week.
Art is Art: Exhibit showcases paintings by Canadian music icons
Arts Coverage, JUNO AwardsOttawa’s City Hall is currently hosting a dynamic exhibit of artwork created by iconic Canadian musicians.
Warren Dean Flandez goes gospel, nabs Juno Nom
Arts Coverage, JUNO Awards, UncategorizedWhen Warren Dean Flandez started work on his latest album Eternally Grateful, he didn’t anticipate that the funk-tinged gospel record would earn him his first Juno nomination.
William Prince: A musician with heart [interview]
Arts Coverage, JUNO AwardsLast weekend’s Juno Awards established William Prince as a musician to watch.
JUNO Awards 2017: Triumphs and Tributes
Arts Coverage, JUNO AwardsThe 2017 Juno Awards in Ottawa were characterized by passionate performances and moving moments.
SOCAN SONGWRITERS’ CIRCLE @ NAC
Arts Coverage, JUNO AwardsResting on stools and armed with acoustic guitars, a slate of Juno nominees swapped songs and stories at the annual SOCAN Songwriters’ Circle.
Feist wows with Leonard Cohen tribute
Arts Coverage, JUNO AwardsFeist brought the 2017 Juno Awards to a standstill with her tribute to late songwriter Leonard Cohen.
Can Josh Ramsay bring back the concept album? (I hope so!)
Arts CoverageFor someone who co-wrote one of the most ubiquitous singles in the world, Marianas Trench frontman Josh Ramsay is certainly uninspired by the format.
Strumbellas Stage a Shoeless Coup at the Junos
Arts Coverage, JUNO AwardsStrumbellas singer Simon Ward was so assured of defeat that he took of his shoes during the Junos Gala Dinner and Awards on Saturday.
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