On May 9th at Club Soda – Kim Mitchell is bringing history to the stage. Long before many Canadian artists were introducing a certain ‘sense of ‘Canadian – isms’ to the world; Mitchell had already been there – done that! Wearing thrift store clothes and injecting humor through music -one of Mitchell’s fortes. No wonder The Barenaked Ladies’ Ed Robertson was such a fan … … Continue reading Kim Mitchell – Hangin’ Out; Part Two
Indoor program of the 35th edition 35 candlesŠ and a thousand musical fireworks! Tickets go on sale Saturday at noon Exclusive pre-sale for Infolettre Spectra subscriber startstomorrow! (subscription is free at infolettrespectra.ca) Montréal, Wednesday, April 23, 2014 – And yes, sparks will fly during the indoor program of this 35th edition of the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal, presented by TD in collaboration with Rio Tinto Alcan! Sparks will light up our eyes and our … Continue reading Indoor Program – Montreal Jazzfest 2014
Leslie ‘Snooksta’ Alston is a schooled drummer. Not a classroom aficionado but a sidewalk one … On the ‘streets’, paying attention to other musicians is what makes the former ‘Snooky’ great. Playing with Freddie James or singing and drumming on a cruise ship – Leslie is an act worth writing home to … Leslie …? Visit ‘Snooksta’ Right here! Continue reading You Can Call Me Ray …You Can Call Me Jay – Or You Can Call Me ‘Snooksta’
Edwin Brownell was schooled in Classical music. He is no Mozart, Chopin or Bach slouch … That said; the pianist loves to play another style for a reason. What style and why? Have a listen below. An interesting discovery will be made. Edwin …? Visit Edwin Right here! Continue reading Edwin Brownell – ‘Classical’ Rock; Part Two
Talk about friends in high places … The Dalai Lama? Mother Teresa? Leonard Cohen …? Three highly influential and spiritual people NEeMA has rubbed shoulders with in her relatively short life. Jealous yet …? Please listen as NEeMA explains how she met Mr. Cohen and what type of individual he really is. Then, this Egyptian / Lebanese beauty enlightens us on her live album due … Continue reading NEeMA; Leaving the Light On …
It’s gonna be crazy … Seven guys carousing their away across the province for a month! Singing, dancing and carrying on in both official languages. All the while celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Can you say party? Please listen to Jonathan explain everything and then watch these crazy guys in action . Club Soda , March 8th – be there or be really square! Jonathan …? Continue reading Bodhaktan’s Month Long St.Patrick Day’s Bash!
Sylvain Sylvain is coming to Montreal on the 11th of March to Ile Motore. He is part of a double bill which sees him opening up for former Sex Pistol Glen Matlock. The pair’s bands, arguably, two of the biggest ingredients of Punk Rock history. The New York Dolls preceding the Sex Pistols in on and offstage behavior. You think the Stones were bad boys … Continue reading Sylvain Sylvain – A Romp Through The Past
Blue Rodeo are coming to Montreal on March the 2nd to Place des Arts. For Jim Cuddy – it’s natural. This is the final show on a tour that has seen his son opening up and Juno nominations for Blue Rodeo and his eldest child; Devin. A fulfilling year to say the least … Please listen as Jim explains his songs, his thinking about songwriting and … Continue reading Jim Cuddy – Back to Nature …
‘We’re gonna party like it’s 1999 …’ Prince may have been referring to a monumental decision on the part of two musical parties. Gowan and Styx. It was in that very same year – the two powerhouses combined to form a lethal unit. One of Canada’s most successful solo artists filling a void within a group who lost one of their members. Dennis DeYoung out … Continue reading Top Ten Reasons Why I – Lawrence Gowan, Joined Styx!
For England – born Molly Thomason, her third album is a charm. With a love of Joan Jett propelling her through Toronto ( her adopted home), Molly’s star is on the rise. Citing two of Canada’s sweethearts as influences, it is easy to hear why Molly uses the ‘teenage angst’ in her favor. Columbus Field is the name of the album. Columbus Field is the place … Continue reading Molly Thomason; Put Another Dime in the Jukebox Baby!
Platinum selling Bossa Nova greats – Bet. E and Stef are back! Good for the listener, better for them … Listen as Bet. E and Stef explain their absence and what it has done for them as people and artists. A win – win situation combined with re-issues on a new album. A record which should introduce them to an entire audience. Outside of Canada. … Continue reading Bet. E and Stef; Back and Lovin’ It!
Blues guitarist Joe Louis Walker has been around more than most. Rooming with legend Mike Bloomfield or hanging around with Jimi Hendrix and Ron Wood, let us say; Joe knows the Blues. Hornet’s Nest is his latest labor of love and it will be released on the 25th of February. A fun-filled addition to his vast catalog. A blend of Blues, Gospel and …? Joe? … Continue reading Joe Louis Walker; Hornet’s Nest – A ‘Feel Good’ Record
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