Show picks of the week (May 29 – June 4)
A stacked week of shows is on the way, including three Face to Face retrospective shows, the return of Reverend Horton Heat, and a stacked bill at Brasserie Beaubien. Check out the full list here.
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Riot Fest Toronto announces initial lineup (Rancid, Wu-Tang Clan, Drive Like Jehu, and more)
The initial lineup for the Toronto edition of Riot Fest is out! Check out the confirmed bands here.
Interview: Sebadoh’s Lou Barlow on ‘Defend Yourself,’ Rush, and being the hipsters of their time
We speak to Sebadoh’s Lou Barlow about the painful circumstances surrounding ‘Defend Yourself,’ his love of Canada, and why he still owes Sub Pop so much money.
Show picks of the week (May 22 – 28)
Downtown Boys, Greys, and Sebadoh top our list of show recommendations for the coming week. Check out the full list here.
Prince is playing a last-minute Montreal show this Saturday
His Royal Purpleness is set to play the Bell Center this Saturday, May 23. Get the full details here.
Bad Feeling Podcast # 22 with comedian Mike Lawrence
Mike Lawrence is on the podcast to discuss getting out-nerded by comic fans, and why he backs Jared Leto’s inked version of the Joker. Listen to the episode here!
Interview: Matt Sharp of The Rentals on Lost in Alphaville and the cult of Pinkerton
The Rentals’ frontman Matt Sharp on the band’s first album in 15 years, South Park, and the cult of Pinkerton.
Show picks of the week (May 15 – 21)
Tig Notaro, Pouzza Fest, The Rentals, and Tame Impala top our show picks for the week. Check out the full list here.
[Closed] Contest! Win a pair of tickets to see Volbeat and Anthrax on May 15
Win one of two pairs of tickets to see Volbeat and Anthrax at Montreal’s CEPSUM on May 15! Get the details here.
Here’s what to catch at this year’s Mutek electronic & art festival
We break down the must-see events at this year’s Mutek festival in Montreal, running May 27th to May 31st. Check out our list of recommendations here.