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Martha and the Muffins Set To Release First New Album in 11 Years with New Single “Do You Ever Wonder”

Martha and the Muffins Set To Release First New Album in 11 Years with New Single “Do You Ever Wonder”
 Iconic & Innovative Canadian New Wave Punk Art-Popsters Martha and the Muffins  Release First New Album in 11 Years Described as “one of the most innovative of their era,” iconic Canadian artists Martha and the Muffins have announced the release of their new album, Marthology: In and Outtakes — available November 5th! Groundbreaking from the start, Martha and the Muffins formed... Read More

Big Wreck Announce New EP Big Wreck: 7.1 Available November 19 + Tour Dates

Big Wreck Announce New EP Big Wreck: 7.1 Available November 19 + Tour Dates
Today, beloved rock phenom Big Wreck announces a November 19th release for a brand-new EP titled Big Wreck: 7.1 (via Warner Music Canada). The first EP of what will be an immersive three-volume collection, Big Wreck: 7.1 features 5 impressive new tracks from the band including the standout riff-heavy lead single “Bombs Away”. “It started from a riff that has... Read More

The Legendary El Mocambo Is Set To Officially Reopen October 30 with Our Lady Peace

The Legendary El Mocambo Is Set To Officially Reopen October 30 with Our Lady Peace
 Presented by Heineken & 102.1 The Edge #KEEPLIVEALIVE El Mocambo Entertainment Inc. along with Michael Wekerle, owner of the beloved El Mocambo announced today that the legendary venue will welcome the return of major live music events and officially reopen its doors on October 30, for an exclusive live concert experience headlined by award-winning, multi-platinum alt-rock band Our Lady Peace (OLP). Described as an “ultramodern broadcast studio with... Read More

Rock On The River – Reconnect Festival Lights Up Timmins

Rock On The River – Reconnect Festival Lights Up Timmins
Arkells By John David Emms Music has always been the salvation of many problems. One thing was clear in Timmins this past weekend at Rock On The River – Reconnect (ROTR) music is much better ‘live!’ That may sound simple, but people seemed to have forgotten this during the Covid 19 pandemic with its almost 2-year haze. On Friday and Saturday of this Timmins festival,... Read More

Michael Bublé Christmas 2021 Super Deluxe 10th Anniversary Limited Edition Box 

Michael Bublé Christmas 2021 Super Deluxe 10th Anniversary Limited Edition Box 
Michael Bublé’s Christmas is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the phenomenal success of his mega holiday album in grand style with the announcement today that Warner Records/Reprise Records will release an extraordinary updated package of music and holiday goodies that will be housed in a new Super Deluxe Limited Edition Box Set. The 2021 boxed set, scheduled to be released on November 12th in the U.S. and Canada and November 19th internationally,... Read More

Country Rockers Bring Horseshoe Back To Life

Country Rockers Bring Horseshoe Back To Life
Johnson’s Creek And One Ugly Cowboy Horseshoe Tavern Toronto Friday, September 17th, 2021 By Keith Sharp Live music is slowly but surely returning to Toronto nightlife with a doubleheader of the GTA’s top Country Rock bands; Johnson’s Creek Band and One Ugly Cowboy appearing together at the Horseshoe Tavern before a modest but enthusiastic audience. Johnson’s Creek Band’s firebrand assault of... Read More

Neon Dreams Shares Soaring New Alt-Pop Single “Say It Out Loud” feat. South African Star Mthandazo Gatya

Neon Dreams Shares Soaring New Alt-Pop Single “Say It Out Loud” feat. South African Star Mthandazo Gatya
Halifax alt-pop duo Neon Dreams have shared their new single “Say It Out Loud,” featuring the vocals of South African star Mthandazo Gatya, via Dreaming Out Loud Records. The track was inspired by the band’s awakening South African tour earlier this year, where they were greeted by a wildly excited fanbase who were aching for their arrival after the success... Read More

The Legendary El Mocambo Announces Intimate Pop-Up Concert Series

The Legendary El Mocambo Announces Intimate Pop-Up Concert Series
#Keeplivealive El Mocambo Entertainment Inc. along with Michael Wekerle, owner of the El Mocambo announced that the legendary venue will welcome the return of live music events with a series of mini pop-up concerts beginning this Friday, September 17th. Following all safety protocols, the pop-up concert series kicks off with Andre Pettipas and The Giants on September 17th and 18th... Read More

Rock On The River – Set To Rock Timmins

Rock On The River – Set To Rock Timmins
By John Emms   Rock On The River has a new venue at the Hollinger Park on October 1st and 2nd, and it’s big news for the entire region’s music scene. Let’s face it, John Olaveson and the entire committee at Timmins Festivals and Events (TFEC) have done it again. Olaveson, the chair for the festival, commented, “The feedback has been off the chart; people are... Read More

“Triumph: Rock & Roll Machine” Feature Doc Makes Its World Premiere At The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Friday, September 10th

“Triumph: Rock & Roll Machine” Feature Doc Makes Its World Premiere At The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Friday, September 10th
“Triumph: Rock & Roll Machine” Feature Doc Makes Its World Premiere At The Toronto International Film Festival Friday, September 10Th International Rights Handled By Wazabi Films Watch The Trailer  HERE Banger Films, in association with Revolver Films, is proud to announce its latest feature, “TRIUMPH: ROCK & ROLL MACHINE,” will make its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).... Read More

CMAOntario Announces 2021 Award Winners

CMAOntario Announces 2021 Award Winners
The Country Music Association of Ontario Announces Winners of the 9th Annual CMAOntario Awards The Country Music Association of Ontario (CMAOntario) tonight celebrated the talent and achievements of Ontario’s country music industry across 17 categories with a drive-in award show at Ancaster Fairgrounds in Hamilton. Meghan Patrick from Bowmanville, Ontario lead with three wins, followed by Aaron Allen from London, Ontario with two wins.... Read More

Snotty Nose Rez Kids To Release New Album Life After On October 22

Snotty Nose Rez Kids To Release New Album Life After On October 22
Today, award-winning Vancouver hip-hop duo, Snotty Nose Rez Kids, officially announce their forthcoming new full-length album – Life After, set for release on October 22nd – and share the record’s third single, Wild Boy. Pre-order Life After here. Listen to Wild Boy here and check out the video here.   Produced by longtime collaborator, Boogey The Beat, Wild Boy came about... Read More

OSHEAGA Get Together | October 1-3, 2021 at Parc Jean-Drapeau, Montreal

OSHEAGA Get Together | October 1-3, 2021 at Parc Jean-Drapeau, Montreal
The nation’s top emerging talent has been assembled for the OSHEAGA Get Together this fall, and the music emanating from Parc Jean-Drapeau between October 1 and 3 will be the unmistakable new sound of Canada.  True to form, the OSHEAGA team has put together an incredible array of top tier talent to lead festival-goers on a journey of musical discovery... Read More

Behind The Vinyl: Taylor Dayne, Gord Deppe of the Spoons, Midge Ure

Behind The Vinyl: Taylor Dayne, Gord Deppe of the Spoons, Midge Ure
Dropping the needle in this episode of Behind The Vinyl: Producer, singer and songwriter Midge Ure tells us the story of how “Do They Know It’s Christmas” came to be along with the challenges of recording it with so many stars. Taylor Dayne shares her story of very humble beginnings and the support from her family to help her dream... Read More

Crown Lands Announce Expansive EP White Buffalo To Be Released September 16

Crown Lands Announce Expansive EP White Buffalo To Be Released September 16
JUNO Award-winning, powerhouse rock duo Crown Lands – Cody Bowles (vocals and drums) and Kevin Comeau (guitar, bass, and keys) – reveal details of their upcoming EP, White Buffalo, set to release September 16 through Spinefarm Records/Universal Music Canada, the country’s leading music company.  The four-track record includes the previously released title track “White Buffalo” and the thirteen-minute, multi-part composition “The Oracle” along with... Read More

Flock Of Seagulls, Platinum Blonde And Spandau Ballet from Boom 97.3’s Behind The Vinyl

Flock Of Seagulls, Platinum Blonde And Spandau Ballet from Boom 97.3’s Behind The Vinyl
Dropping the needle in this episode of Behind The Vinyl: Mike Score from Flock Of Seagulls talks about how long it took before their song “Wishing” took over a year to make it to their record. Mark Holmes of Platinum Blonde reluctantly sheds some light on what their song “Situation Critical” is really about. Tony Hadley and Martin Kemp of... Read More

Rush: Cinema Strangiato Returns To Cinemas With Director’s Cut Featuring Revamped Setlist & New Bonus Tracks

Rush: Cinema Strangiato Returns To Cinemas With Director’s Cut Featuring Revamped Setlist & New Bonus Tracks
 Tickets On Sale in Canada Beginning September 1 at cinemastrangiato.com View the Event Trailer HERE Trafalgar Releasing and Anthem Entertainment are proud to announce that RUSH—Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Neil Peart—are set to return to the big screen as Rush: Cinema Strangiato – Director’s Cut comes to select movie theatres worldwide on September 9, 2021. “Rush: Cinema Strangiato –... Read More

Men Without Hats Return September 24 With Covers EP ‘Again (Part 1)’

Men Without Hats Return September 24 With Covers EP ‘Again (Part 1)’
After over four decades, Canada’s legendary electro-pop band Men Without Hats (MWH) is still going strong and still taking its trademark sound to unexpected places. On September 24, MWH will release Again (Part 1), a five-song EP featuring covers of The Tragically Hip, Lou Reed, The Rolling Stones and David Bowie, along with an all-new reimagined version of the group’s signature hit... Read More

k-os Teams Up With KAGE E on “Hot Boy”

k-os Teams Up With KAGE E on “Hot Boy”
K-Os Teams Up With Up And Coming Toronto Artist Kage E For “Hot Boy” Catch K-Os Live In Toronto Alongside Sam Roberts Band And Matt Mays August 19 At The Budweiser Stage k-os returns with “HOT BOY,” a collaboration with 16-year-old up-and-coming Toronto artist KAGE E. Check out the fiery new single here. The duo met and struck up a friendship after KAGE E sent k-os a... Read More