For Emelie – Claire Barlow, the fifth time is a charm. Following four previous Juno nominations, Barlow finally won a 2013 award for Vocal Jazz Album of the Year. The album is called ‘Seule ce Soir’ . A disc which was recorded in 2012 and was initially intended as a compilation of all her French songs she has done over the years. ‘Most of my … Continue reading Emelie – Claire Barlow; The Juno, the Duck, the Mouse and ‘Bunny’
It is almost that time of year … The grass is getting greener, the trees are overflowing with growth and City Hall smells like … well, never mind … The Montreal International Jazz Festival is around the corner and people in the city of Montreal are bracing themselves for a ten day onslaught of foreigners. Yes – many West Islanders will be venturing to the … Continue reading Top Ten Signs the Jazz Festival is Coming Soon!
Kristina Maria may not come from a Francophone family consisting of three thousand brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles and a dog named Charlemagne … That does not mean the Ottawa born singer does not have high connections to Celine Dion. Number one; the girl cutely and absolutely adored Celine from the time she (Maria) was young (er). Two; her manager, with the full blessings of her … Continue reading Celine Dion; Part Deux
‘Brighter than Gold’ – the first single from The Cat Empire‘s new album; Steal the Night, has exceeded expectations – according to trumpeter and vocalist Harry Angus. The song, along with the entire disc, is a throwback to the group’s roots. “The last few albums we made, we were following a very live ascetic.” Explains Harry. “Probably, the last three or four records we made … Continue reading The Cat Empire; Full Circle
Really, winning a Juno award for ‘Inner Ninja’ – a collaboration with Classified, comes as no surprise for New Brunswick native David Myles. After all, good things come when you get along with someone so well … “We have known each other for quite a while and we really see eye to eye. He has this amazing ear. He performs music by feel which is … Continue reading David Myles; Dreams Come True
At L’Astral last evening, Terez Montcalm came home and the predominant Francophone crowd – welcomed her with open ‘bras’. Why would they not …? Montcalm, in her somewhat short, six album career, has recorded mostly in French. Her sole English album? Voodoo, released in 2006. Terez is presently touring with her new album; I Know I’ll Be Allright. It is a mixture of jazzed – … Continue reading Terez Montcalm; Voice of a Ragged Angel
Seriously … When is the last time you heard the Flintstones theme played out with drums alone? For that matter, has anyone ever performed the iconic song with percussion alone? Vinny Appice, drummer for John Lennon, Derringer, Black Sabbath and Dio, along with his older brother Carmine (Vaniila Fudge, Cactus, Rod Stewart and Ozzy Osbourne), ventured into the land of Bedrock last night as the … Continue reading Drum Wars; The Beat Goes On …
By Bianca Marques Daniel Gildenlöw’s (lead singer/guitarist) voice filled the room and the audience fell silent. His oral presence – strong yet soothing. Ensuring every member of the audience stood entranced … Ladies and Gentlemen – Pain of Salvation were in the house! The band took the stage at Cabaret Miles End Wednesday night with Gildenlöw’s powerful voice pairing perfectly with the melodic undertones of … Continue reading No Pain – No Gain. A Salvation …
Jazz All-Year Round welcomes Bonnie Raitt, -M-, Joe Louis Walker, Quartango, Jean-Michel Pilc in a duo with Kenny Werner, Michael Kaeshammer, Jorge Drexler and Rokia Traoré Montreal, Wednesday, May 8, 2013 — The Festival International de Jazz de Montréal is happy to announce a first slate of concerts in the Jazz All-Year Round series presented by TD—a series renowned for its eclectic panorama of styles. You’ll find jazz on the marquee, of course, … Continue reading Bonnie Raitt Coming to Montreal – Jazz All Year Long Series
Tommy Falls – Derek’s father, loved rhythm and Blues. Little did he know, his son was listening to all his music. Otis Redding, Elvis Presley and all the great pioneers of soul, rock n roll and Blues. “One day, my Dad had a party and I asked him if I could play along with my guitar. My Dad asked where I got it. I told … Continue reading Derek Falls – Keepin’ the R and B Tradition Alive!
by Bianca Marques “Scream for me Montreal!” The line of the night for the small, dedicated crowd gathered at Olympia to hear Made In Iron play. The Iron Maiden cover band made every effort to duplicate Iron Maiden’s World Slavery Tour of 1984. Before the band even set foot on stage, the audience was drawn in by a trio of fire dancers (the troop is … Continue reading SCREAM for Montreal! Concert Review
They say the quickest way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. Could it be possible the fastest way to a Francophone’s heart is through song? If so – songstress Jill Barber is a maverick of sorts. Singing as part of the Jazz All Year Long series – Barber held court at The Metropolis Thursday night and had the Francophone patrons eating out of … Continue reading Jill Barber (Tres Smart ) Concert Review
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