Caroline Neron, founder and CEO of Neron Designs and Shark on Quebec’s version of Shark Tank, invited me to be a brand ambassador for her men’s line of jewelry and accessories. I represented the brand for 6 seasons (Spring & Summer 2017, Fall & Winter 2017, Spring & Summer 2018). “Thank you so much for […]
Lady Gaga is celebrating 10 years of fame this year. April 8 marked the 10th anniversary of the superstar’s breakout hit single, “Just Dance,” and on August 19, Gaga’s debut studio album, The Fame, turned 10. “Just Dance,” written by Gaga herself, R&B hip hop star Akon and renowned producer RedOne, and featuring the vocals […]
Twenty years ago Eliza Dushku joined the cast of Buffy the Vampire Slayer as the vampire slayer Faith Lehane. Eliza made her entrance in “Faith, Hope & Trick,” the third episode of season three, which originally aired on October 13, 1998. She became the major focus of the third season and later appeared in shorter […]
Forget about completing 11 award-winning seasons of The Big Bang Theory with a 12th on the way, Johnny Galecki is shocked to have landed the role of Leonard Hofstadter in the first place. The actor just didn’t think he was qualified. “I can barely spell physics,” Johnny laughs. Alright, so physics isn’t Johnny’s natural-born talent, but acting […]
It’s old news by now, but at one time Shawn Mendes was hiding something like a dirty little secret. The Canadian superstar was battling with anxiety in total silence until he realized that speaking out and talking about his struggle was the best way he could get a grip on the condition. “Opening up helps […]
Quebecois star Olivier Dion is a success across the province with multiple chart-topping tunes including 2017’s No.1 hit “Only You,” a duet with Swedish pop star Zara Larsson. Now Olivier is ready to conquer international territory. So far, the francophone celeb, discovered back in 2012 on the Quebecois TV singing competition Star Academie, can cross […]
Kandle, Canadian singer-songwriter and daughter of 54–40 frontman Neil Osborne, is back from hiatus hell with her new album Holy Smoke. “Basically, over the last four years I was stuck in contract BS and was unable to release new music,” Kandle told me as we stood together in the streets of downtown Rouyn-Noranda back in […]
Summer is over, but the vibrant city of Montreal isn’t letting go of festival season just yet. The arts and music fest Carnaval des Couleurs is set to launch its first edition on Thanksgiving weekend. Highlighting Montreal’s colorful diversity and in the spirit of togetherness, this free family-friendly event will take over Sainte Catherine Street […]
Montreal’s Milk & Bone (Camille Poliquin and Laurence Lafond-Beaulne) were among the hordes of acts at Rouyn-Noranda’s Festival de Musique Émergente (FME) on Labour Day weekend. The electropop duo’s performance was a part of their festival circuit tour and ahead of a string of dates set for this fall. “It’s been so much fun,” Camille […]
French Canadian pop star Pierre Lapointe caught fans by surprise last Friday (August 24) with the release of a new album. Ton corps est déjà froid was kept secret until it was revealed along with a video for the lead single of the same name. A string of 5 shows, and only 5, were also […]
The 2018 iHeartRadio MMVA nominees have been revealed and Shawn Mendes is in the lead. The four-time MMVA-winner has earned 8 nominations including Artist of the Year, Fan Fave Artist and Video of the Year for his hit single “In My Blood.” Coming in right behind Shawn is Drake with a total of 7 nominations, […]
Holden Nowell is famous for starring as the hot heartthrob next door in Carly Rae Jepsen’s video for her massive hit single “Call Me Maybe.” As Carly’s tune topped the charts around the world, Holden’s fame skyrocketed and then reached new heights when he made the honoree list in People Magazine’s annual Sexiest Man Alive […]
Canada’s It Girl Alessia Cara is among the acts set to take stage at the 2018 iHeartRadio MMVAs. Alessia makes her return to the iconic street party after co-hosting last year’s award show with Joe Jonas, where she was also nominated for three awards including Most Buzzworthy Canadian. Only time will tell, but judging from the […]
Twenty-five years ago the Swedish pop group Ace of Base released their explosive debut album The Sign to North America. Generating more revenue that year than the Sweden-based vehicle empire VOLVO, the record went on to sell over 23 million copies, and is among the most successful debut albums of all time. In Canada, the […]
Once Upon a Time’s Jennifer Morrison is photographed by Marc Andrew at Montreal ComicCon. ©marcandrew.ca
Charlie Puth is getting ready to head out on the biggest headlining tour of his career thus far. The popstar’s Voicenotes Tour, named after and in support of his upcoming second album, is scheduled to hit 32 cities across North America. The ride is set to kick off in Toronto on July 11 and will […]
Great news for fans of 13 Reasons Why. Netflix’s highly controversial series has been renewed for a third season. Brandon Flynn who stars as Justin Foley is among the many thrilled about the announcement. “It’s an amazing and really special show,” Brandon says. “I’m honored to be a part of a show that deals with […]
If you want something done right, you gotta do it yourself. That’s Ani DiFranco’s motto, and it has been for the last 30 years. The DIY queen of indie folk rock was just 19 when she launched Righteous Babe Records, her own label through which she has released more than 20 albums on her own […]
