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By: Sheena LyonnaisToronto-based Joe MacLeod is better known for investigating hauntings on YTV’s Gemini Award winning show Ghost Trackers and playing the bassist on MTV’s Kaya than he is for his bone-chilling solo music, but that is all about to change.
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By Erin FahyIn a world full of books on how to redo your image and why you can’t get a man/job/life, there is one book that is not afraid to kick some ass. It is “the ultimate guide to becoming a better flirt, a tougher chick, and a hotter girlfriend and to living life like a rock star,” otherwise known as Cherry Bomb by Carrie Borzillo-Vrenna.
By: Sheena LyonnaisToronto Music Scene has decided to branch off and incorporate other aspects of the music scene into our site. The bands definitely make up the core of the scene, but so do the fashion designers, the cd artists, the producers, the promoters and numerous other individuals that contribute to the solid rock in this city.
Continue reading “Industry Spotlight: Producer Siegfried Meier”
By: TJ LiebgottComing off the buzz of their 2007 EP release Deadlines, The Arkells have followed up with today’s release of their debut full-length album Jackson Square from Dine Alone records. With their combination of old school southern rock meets an ass shaking indie rock rhythm section, Jackson Square proves that the Arkells are not one trick ponies.
By: Sheena LyonnaisArts and culture may have been a hot topic during this week’s federal election, but it is just one of the issues that is always on the forefront of the Dunes’ vocalist/guitarist Kevin Pullen’s mind. This almost scholarly approach to politics meets radio-friendly music has began painting an intelligent portrait of a Toronto band that demands a revolution.
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By: Sheena LyonnaisThere are two things that immediately struck me upon watching October Sky at their CD release party at the Rivoli last month. First, they are extremely talented musicians. Their music, even live, is layered with the most eloquent melodies and sounds. Everything sounds practiced and polished, almost too polished, which brings me to observation numero deux.
Continue reading “October Sky probably thinks they’re better than your band”