Music to get you through the pandemic
The public health situation continues to be one of many twists and turns Hearing something one day followed by a sudden contradiction the next can be confusing and...
Musician BA Johnston on music and quarantine
They say never meet your heroes, but they have clearly never met BA Johnston A day or so after the interview, as I was attempting to transcribe the audio into text, I could...
Billie Eilish speaks out against body shaming at recent concert
At a recent concert, Billie Eilish protested about body shaming which consisted of a speech and removing her oversized t-shirt Eilish is known for wearing clothes that are...
Arkells give away free merch in support of local news
The legendary Canadian band Arkells has come back in recent weeks to promote their newest single “Years In The Making” In a press release from Feb 25, frontman Max Kerman...
Why artists need to be treated better in the music industry
Ever since I was a kid, I have been fascinated by the lives of people within the music industry All of the components of it, from the singer to the person who runs the soundboard...
The Beaches make waves at Elements Nightclub
This past Wednesday I was fortunate enough to see the magic that is The Beaches at Elements Nightclub in Kitchener To say this show was a wild, magical and powerful concert...
Albums to help you transition into 2020
It’s hard to believe that 2020 is already here Big milestones like this can be difficult to adjust to, as it can often feel like time is just pushing us forward So, whether...
Drake’s identity is going to be different for everyone – but he will always be a biracial, Jewish, Canadian hip-hop artist: An analysis of Drakes identity in HYFR
Graphics Editor, Jamie Mere, breaks down the identity of infamous Canadian music icon, Drake, and his impact on pop culture Who really is Drake While we all know of Drake...
FKA Twigs’ new album is art pop at its finest
After four long, album-less years, FKA Twigs released her much-anticipated project, Magdalene on Nov 8 A professional singer and songwriter, Twigs is revered for her...
Unknown bands you need to know about
1 Hop Along Hop Along, originating out of Seattle, is one of the best indie rock bands on the scene today Lead singer Frances Quinlan brings a raspy yet delicate head to front...