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How did D'Arcy ska?

In the "How did blank ska?" feature, we'll get into just how our organizing team got into ska and reggae music. This first edition features our merchandise coordinator, D'Arcy Briggs

Cult heroes: NoMeansNo-noise-funk-rock-hardcore pioneers you must hear

Banff newcomer rocks stage at Tommy’s Unplugged

Carly Mackerras has only lived in Banff for a hot minute but the Aussie has kept a busy schedule with work, skiing at the snowy hills and winning music competitions she didn't even plan on signing up for.

Osmose musicale - Review of One Drop's To Hell in a Band Casket

'A must-have for anyone looking for a good time. You're gonna shake your rump on the stompiest sounds around! Lots of styles, well done, raw sound... Will find a place within the collection (and hearth) of people supporting self-produced bands. The ar

Rough It Up by One Drop

Sadly, this is One Drop’s final album. There’s worse news, too. One Drop has kicked the can for the last time. Yeah, the band has disbanded after a six year experience. Hopefully they’ll get back together sooner or later, as this five...

Last Plague / Hezzakya / Simian Rue

Royal Unicorn Cabaret April 25th, 2008 A pointless evening, overall; I came for Black Betty – Black Betty did not come! Ana was sick. They were replaced by the comparable, admirable Hezzakya, with huge double-stacks of amps-amps-amps ...

STONEHOCKER SHARES HIS REFLECTION ON "YOU MATTER TO ME – REMIX"

Gentle poetry conquers us and delivers an excellent reflection.

Stand Down C.D. Release Party

The Glim Project / Incura / Stand Down / Hezzakya Stand Down C.D. Release Party The Penthouse, Fri. May 9th Edward Dinsley I hate being the reviewer who turns up late to a show and all but misses the opening act. Unfortunately, I was...

Nomeansno at the Royale Banquet Hall

Nomeansno at the Royale Banquet Hall April 3rd By Allan MacInnis Tom Holliston of Nomeansno is a baseball fan, so it was fortunate for him that the band’s recent Japanese tour - only their second in their 30 year history - took plac...

Nothing But Good Memories

Jim Cuddy and Blue Rodeo on Kingston

STONEHOCKER - UPS & DOWNS

Layered with tons of ambient instrumentals, I thought the sound that Stonehocker manages to get across is very atmospheric and emotional. I also felt moved by the airy notes from these numbers. Stonehocker definitely has the voice to carry out these spra

Interview: Stonehocker

Through honest writing of individual personal memoirs, Stonehocker crafts songs that explore and express the pain and joys of life. In a society where mental health issues have become even more prevalent, his goal is to be open, honest and inspire people

Lineup announced For Rock the Kootenays 2025

Eleven acts for ‘Rock The Kootenays 2025’ have been officially announced for the weekend concert series, set for Friday, August 8 through Sunday, August 10, 2025 in Cranbrook.

Canmore artists demonstrate 'depth and breadth of artistic pursuit'

A diverse set of emerging artists has been awarded the 2023 Lamphouse Endowment for the Arts Fund to aid in artistic endeavours. Three artists – Hannah Antonsen, Nic Latulippe and the rockstar band of Oliver Robins, Charlie Kestle and Timmy Mann –