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JAMSQUID featured in View magazine. Re:CD RELEASE PARTY!!
Written by Ric Taylor, View Magazine Thursday, 05 August 2010 11:08 Read it at viewmag.com0 Comments
Wank Punter to play at the Boston Manor in Burlington
Porn Rockers Wank Punter bring their blistering live show to the Boston Manor in Burlington July 31st! Show starts at 11pm, featuring the band performing tracks from their new album Plain Brown Wrapper. Don't miss it! Read it at wankpunter.com0 Comments
Sarah Halabecki - Live at The Station
Sarah Halabecki - Live at The Station
"Curl Those Fists" with monkeys
Dan Worby, Claire McKenzie, Dave McWilliams, Sarah Halabecki
Come check us out Friday June 25 8PM at The Freeway Hamilton
Juno joy for Jacksoul ... but tears aren't far away
A rock band that took its name from a Westdale street and a blues guitarist who returned home to Hamilton to record his latest CD at the Corktown pub both won Juno Awards this weekend. Read it at thespec.com0 Comments
Drummer of YSP! WSD! apparently suffered brain aneurysm
To fans, Devon Clifford, the young musician who died after collapsing on stage this weekend, was a talented drummer whose beat helped drive the band You Say Party! We Say Die! to new heights of popularity. Read it at theglobeandmail.com0 Comments
Arkells win breakthrough award at CRMAs
Not only did Hamilton, Ont., soul-blues rockers Arkells deliver the best live performance at the Canadian Radio Music Awards on Friday in Toronto, but they also took home a trophy for the FACTOR breakthrough award. Read it at torontosun.com0 Comments
Hamilton's Arkells in running for best new group Juno
Hamilton band Arkells nabbed a Juno nomination today for best new group of the year. Other local nominations included Alexisonfire, Jack de Keyzer and Jacksoul, fronted by the late Haydain Neale. Read it at thespec.com0 Comments
Carly Simon ends You're So Vain riddle
Singer Carly Simon has finally ended a 38-year guessing game - by naming the subject of hit You're So Vain. The catty lyrics were believed to be aimed at an ex-boyfriend such as MICK JAGGER, CAT STEVENS, KRIS KRISTOFFERSON or WARREN BEATTY. Read it at thesun.co.uk0 Comments
HPO Not Moving To Burlington
Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra officials said yesterday they talked with Burlington officials about someday staging concerts in the $36m facility under construction in the city's core, but had no intention of leaving Hamilton Place. Read it at thespec.com0 Comments
Last Christmas - Literal Version
Here is a Christmas entry in the literal video series. Remember Wham!? I wish I could forget.
Thrush Hermit Reunion Tour in 2010
Legendary Canadian indie rockers Thrush Hermit will reunite in 2010 for a cross Canada tour. More tour dates, including those on the west coast, will be announced soon. Read it at nxew.ca0 Comments
Cowlick Release Album For Free
Link from Chartattack about the free release of Cowlick's Eternia Hernia album. Read the article to get the link. Read it at chartattack.com0 Comments
Music labels bet Vevo.com is next MTV
Launched on Tuesday, Vevo offers music from both Universal and Sony, as well as EMI Music, and contains programing from CBS radio stations and Last.fm, both owned by CBS Corp. In all about 30,000 videos are available. Read it at ca.news.yahoo.com0 Comments
Peas, Kings of Leon top iTunes best sellers of 2009
Apple's iTunes on Tuesday released Rewind 2009, its lists of the year's best and best-selling media. Black Eyed Peas' "Boom Boom Pow" was the best-selling song at the country's leading music retailer. Read it at ca.rd.yahoo.com0 Comments
Canadian hip hop artist's song named World Cup's anthem
Canada's national team failed to qualify for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, but that doesn't mean soccer's showcase tournament will be without Canadian content. Read it at cbc.ca0 Comments
Jacksoul's Neale "Was In A Rare, Rare Class"
"In a country where there's no soul scene, he succeeded in spreading soul music without toning down his sound to cross over," said Toronto R&B singer Wade O. Brown of the two-time Juno winner. "That needs to be acknowledged and heralded." Read it at thestar.com0 Comments
Jacksoul's Haydain Neale Dies Of Cancer
Jacksoul frontman and Hamilton native Haydain Neale was remembered as an "amazing individual" and a "joyful presence" as stunned colleagues learned of his death at age 39, after a seven-month battle with lung cancer. Read it at thespec.com0 Comments
The Who to Perform At SuperBowl
The Who will perform at Superbowl XLIV, marking the British band's first performance in North America since 2008. Read it at nytimes.com0 Comments
The Death Of Mistakes Means The Death Of Rock
Want to hear a really sloppy record? It's a good song, but the recording's a mess. The drums consistently drag the rhythm; the bass player isn't quite sure how his part is supposed to go. Read it at npr.org0 Comments
Aerosmith seeks new singer
Aerosmith lead guitarist Joe Perry wants the world to know his band is looking for a new singer. If I had to make a bet I'd say we're in store for another crappy reality show about a washed up band looking for a new singer. Read it at cbc.ca0 Comments
Illegal Downloaders Spend Most On Music, Says UK Poll
People who illegally download music also spend more on music, according to a UK survey which found those who admit illegally downloading music spent an average of £77 ($136 CAD) a year on music – £33 ($58 CAD) more than those who pay for downloads. Read it at independent.co.uk0 Comments
"The Grind" - New Slang ft. Lee Dakota
The 2nd single from New Slang's latest release "Different States" on Gebbz Steelo Boutique. Cinematography by Gallant Santilope and Jean Pierre Petomane. Directed by Mike Long.
20,000 try for Thriller dance record
It's estimated about 20,000 people in more than 200 locations and 37 countries around the world participated in an attempt over the weekend to break the record for the largest number of people dancing simultaneously to Michael Jackson's Thriller. Read it at cbc.ca0 Comments
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