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.
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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.
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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.
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Last Christmas - Literal Version
Here is a Christmas entry in the literal video series. Remember Wham!? I wish I could forget.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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."
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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"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.
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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.
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Morrissey Collapses During Show
Former Smiths singer Morrissey has been taken to hospital after collapsing on stage with breathing difficulties. Eyewitnesses said the 50-year-old fell to the floor during a performance of "This Charming Man" at Oasis Leisure Centre in Swindon.
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Run-DMC Musical Is Planned
They helped bring hip-hop to the mainstream, revitalized the career of Aerosmith and now, Run-DMC could be headed to Broadway.
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Musicians Want Gitmo Torture Soundtrack
A high-profile coalition of artists has demanded that the government release the names of all the songs that were blasted since 2002 at prisoners for hours, even days, on end, to try to coerce cooperation or as a method of punishment.
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Improv Everywhere Produce Musical
I didn't enjoy this one as much as the foodcourt musical but it was pretty good. The Old guy's reaction at the end is pretty great.
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David Firth Ridicules 2009's Music Scene
Really funny satire about today's music industry.
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Guns n’ Roses Bringing “Chinese Democracy” Tour to Canada
Guns n’ Roses have revealed plans to bring Chinese Democracy to North America… with a tour of Canada (HereMag Staffer note: GnR will be hitting Copps Coliseum on January 24).
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Garth Brooks Ends Retirement
Following in the footsteps of musical contemporaries including rapper Jay-Z, country star Garth Brooks announced a musical comeback in Nashville on Thursday. No word yet on whether Chris Gaines is joining him.
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