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The New Cities’ playlist

The New Cities may have postponed the release of their sophomore album Kill the Lights, but these boys from Trois-Rivieres,QC aren’t leaving their fans high, dry and unsatisfied. The band is offering “C.L.O.N.E,” a track from their forthcoming effort, as a free download on their official facebook page to quench cravings until the rescheduled release date. The […]

Kardashian Fashion: Kim shares her #1 style tip

Kim Kardashian’s passion for fashion is as undeniable as her naughty home video. Whether Kim is strutting along the red carpet or walking down the aisle, the reality TV star’s style is admired on a global level. Now women everywhere can get their hands on some Kardashian fashion. Kim and her sisters Khloe and Kourtney just launched […]

Luke Doucet’s playlist

Husband and wife singer-songwriters Melissa McClelland and Luke Doucet just took their relationship to another level. The praised pair unite as the new duo, Whitehorse, and are releasing their self-titled debut on August 30. If their solo efforts are any indication of what they have in store for us, this union will be the most raved about […]

The Midway State’s playlist

The Midway State isn’t scared of the pesky curse known as the sophomore slump. In fact, they’re howling in its face. The foursome feels great about Paris Or India, the followup to their debut album, Holes. “We’re very confident about it,” drummer Daenen Bramberger said three months before the album was released. The Midway State has a […]

Kim Bingham’s playlist

To put it plain and simple, Kim Bingham is a rock ’n roll goddess. Thousands at the Osheaga Music & Art Festival were reminded of just how much of a charge Kim packs when she electrified the stage with Bran Van 3000. Not that anyone needed a reminder. Just three years ago, Kim was also part […]

What 311 is all about

311 is taking their Unity Tour across the US this summer in support of their latest album Universal Pulse, but when you’re 311, you don’t need to use a new release as an excuse to tour. Touring is what they’re all about. “We really solidified the idea that we don’t need an album to tour,” […]

Yoav’s playlist

To quote his hit debut album, Yoav is charmed and strange. This one-man show is also one of a kind. Yoav creates his own spin on the electronic genre with his bare hands, vocals, acoustic guitar and the minimal help of loops and samples. “Me? Charmed and strange?” Yoav blushes. “No, not me. People have said […]

TALENT ROSTER

I have the immense pleasure and honor of collaborating with the brightest, most talented stars on the planet. I’ve worked with music superstars including Adam Lambert, Armin van Buuren, Backstreet Boys, Black Eyed Peas, Bruno Mars, Charlie Puth, David Guetta, Ed Sheeran, Enrique Iglesias, Fergie, Imagine Dragons, James Blunt, Jay-Z, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, LMFAO, Lorde, Miley Cyrus, Moby, Nate Ruess, Nick Jonas, […]

Kid Koala’s playlist

Acclaimed turntablist Eric San, better known to the world as Kid Koala, wants to fly you to the moon and back from Montreal’s Biosphere. This weekend, Osheaga Arts presents Kid Koala: Space Cadet Headphone Tour and an experience like no other is promised. “It’s a headphone concert/gallery/science fair and it’s fun for the whole family,” Eric […]

Majandra Delfino: Life after Roswell

Curl up and die in the face of defeat? Not Majandra Delfino. The actress didn’t wallow in sorrow after the demise of the once acclaimed TV series Roswell, in which she starred as Maria Deluca. “Life is such a series of discouragements and maniacally gleeful moments, often times that line feels blurred,” Majandra comments. “I knew that one […]

ZWERG’s playlist

Moncton, New Brunswick’s ZWERG takes pride in his peculiarity and strives to bring something different to the East coast music scene. “My goal is to communicate love and acceptance of imperfection and eccentricity. I know I’ll never be asked to be part of Broken Social Scene,” ZWERG jokes. “But that’s okay.” Never say never. ZWERG’s latest effort, […]

Fiddler on the truth: Ashley MacIsaac opens up about his controversial past

The infamous Ashley MacIsaac returns with a new album, Crossover, and a low profile… so far anyway. The Cape Breton fiddler is no stranger to controversy. Since his thriving debut in 1995 with the hit single “Sleepy Maggie,” the musician has been nailed to scandalous press. From disclosing perverse details of his sex life and […]

Jack’s Mannequin’s playlist

The release of Jack’s Mannequin’s new album, People and Things, is barely two months away, but frontman Andrew McMahon just can’t wait any longer. And he’s bent on giving fans a preview, a live one. So Jack’s Mannequin is touring North America, sharing the stage with Weezer, Guster and jumping on the Vans Warped Tour bandwagon for […]

Jazz Fest misfits: The Dears bring rock to Montreal International Jazz Festival

You might be wondering how Montreal indie rock superstars The Dears fit into the International Jazz Festival. Don’t feel bad if you haven’t figured it out yet, the band hasn’t either. “I’m not sure how we fit in,” guitarist Patrick Krief says. “I guess our music can be quite expansive, and there’s a lot of […]

The Bieber fever is not subsiding!

“I’m doing good!” Justin Bieber boasts. “I’m doing wonderful, I’m feeling great!” You don’t say? With #1 chart positions around the world, millions of albums sold and an acting debut guest spot on one of TV’s hottest shows, who wouldn’t be? Lets not forget, Justin’s also fresh off six wins at the Billboard Music Awards, […]

Rock ‘n’ role: Lacuna Coil’s Cristina Scabbia dishes on her position in a man’s world

Milan’s hard rock/metal collective Lacuna Coil has hit the studio with Linkin Park and Pearl Jam producer Don Gilmore to commence the follow up to their 2009 album Shallow Life. Their 2002 hit single “Heaven’s a Lie” brought them international success and Lacuna Coil went on to share the stage with hard rock/metal heavyweights Nine Inch Nails, Marilyn Manson […]

Danny Fernandes’ playlist

Since Danny Fernandes kicked off his music career, each summer means multiple nominatons at the MuchMusic Videos. This year is no exception. Danny’s hit single,“Automatic,” is up for Video of the Year and Post Production of the Year, raising the count to nine noms since 2009. “It’s freaking awesome and I’m so overwhelmed, Danny says over the phone. […]

Metric’s playlist

Metric is measuring up to their rocker peers at the 2011 MuchMusic Video Awards. With two nominations for their single “Stadium Love,” to quote the hit tune, “the odds are neck and neck.” Speaking of body parts, Metric is always hands on when it comes to their music. The band even took part in directing their […]

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