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Preview: Memory Tapes at Wrongbar

In July, Memory Tapes released Player Piano, a follow up Seek Magic, the debut that quickly put Dayve Hawk (as Memory Tapes) on the map. To experience the chillwave/dream pop that Hawk creates, you can catch him at Wrongbar on August 13th. A new supporting artist will be announced soon, but the show already promises […]

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MAD ONES Release Weekly Treats to Fans Before Fall Album Release

Every week, MAD ONES will be releasing a new song to get fans hyped about the release of Behaviour, their debut full-length, in the fall. The offer is limited, though, as the song is only available for one week. Be sure to grab the free song while you can! Be sure to check back here […]

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Said The Whale Documentary to Air on CBC

WINNING AMERICA The Story of A Canadian Band. Trying to Make it in The States. Juno Award winning Said the Whale touring the United States for the first time earlier this year and CBC was there to document the experience. CBC followed Said the Whale to Austin, Texas for SxSW and to all the stops […]

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S.C.E.N.E. Music Festival 2011

We’re so excited to be covering the S.C.E.N.E. Music Festival. We’re making the trip to St. Catharines for this great festival that takes over the city for a day, showcasing over 160 bands on 17 different stages. For the complete schedule, which you can customize, click here. To give you an idea of the great […]

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TWM + buying shots for bands: The Officially Unofficial NXNE Afterparty!

We’re stoked to say that we’ve teamed up with Two Way Monologues to throw a NXNE closing party. With 6 bands on the bill, it’s going to be one hell of a party! Set Times: No Breakup – 1:30am Armen at the Bazaar – 12:30am The Elwins – 11:30pm Dora Alexander – 10:30pm HONHEEHONHEE – […]

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The Cheap Speakers Release “Speak” Single and Hit the Road

Fresh off a big show on April 30th in hometown Toronto with Papermaps, The Cheap Speakers have released a new single – “Speak” – to take them on tour. The song features Brennan Gault’s powerful vocals with Natalia Manzocco adding lovely harmonies. The song is catchy power pop, with an energy that can be felt […]

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These Electric Lives Raising Funds for UK Tour with Curling Bonspiel

In the fall of 2010, These Electric Lives earned the title of Indie Week winner and the privilege of headlining Indie Week Ireland. With a trip to Ireland in May, These Electric Lives are looking to spread their music across the UK, with stops in Dublin, Belfast, Glasgow, Manchester and London. To fund for this […]

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Preview: Flying Fox & The Hunter Gatherers at the Silver Dollar April 21st

Winnipeg’s Flying Fox & The Hunter Gatherers have a unique sound, blending jazz, folk and pop influences, while frontman Jesse Krause adds an operatic tinge to the sound with his vocal delivery. There is a theatrical element to their sound that surely can only be brighter, bigger and bolder live. The band released their second […]

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Hear Amos the Transparent’s New Album at Rancho Relaxo on April 9th!

The special secret headliner for the Two Way Monologues show on April 9th at Rancho Relaxo has been revealed! Amos the Transparent will be performing a special set, as the audience will have the privilege of being the first to hear Amos the Transparent’s new album in its entirety. If you’re unfamiliar with Amos the […]

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andPOP Side B to Host f e e d b a c k Launch Party

If you’re familiar with andPOP, a production company that focuses on mainstream entertainment and music content, you should also be familiar Side B, which focuses on alternative and independent music, but is still under the andPOP umbrella. Side B has been conducting great interviews since its inception, but Feedback is something a little different. Dan […]

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