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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

Stonehocker Reflects on Stunning New Single “In Need”

Letting Go and Finding Strength. Stonehocker’s newest single, “In Need,” delivers a deeply introspective journey that captures the essence of surrender and the transformation that follows. The song reflects the emotional crossroads of acknowledging

Roy Vizer from Jon & Roy – Interview

Victoria locals Jon and Roy have released a new album entitled Let It Go, which is a subtle departure from their previous and wildly successful album Homes. I spoke with Roy Vizer (drums/percussion) about the new album, the road, and what life at home in

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...

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

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.

Banff’s Irene Poole releases debut album

Irene Poole's debut album, "The Mountains and the Sea", released on Thursday (Nov. 14) on all platforms.

Video Voyageur: 3Qs with Stonehocker

“In Need” builds on Stonehocker‘s deeply personal songwriting, drawing from his own battles and ultimate surrender to a higher power.

Go Ghetto/Bike/Scatterheart/H.B @ The Railway, Saturday July 5th

Yowza! Saturday night was a melting pot of birthdays, friends, and 4 of Vancouver’s finest bands all under one small jam-packed roof. Getting over the ridiculous layout of The Railway takes some time getting used to if you’re not a regu...

Nothing But Good Memories

Jim Cuddy and Blue Rodeo on Kingston

Get Lucky with Tom Holliston!

I’ve always thought that someone should rhyme “Erik Estrada” with “vagina dentata” in a song, and it occurred to me, when I came late and awestruck to the solo output of songwriter and Nomeansno/Hanson Brothers guitarist Tom Holli...

The downbeat on Revelstoke’s DJ scene

Learn about one of the staples in Revelstoke’s diverse music scene, underground DJs and producers.

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.

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 –