Divorce Records is currently running a series called Freewave, where you can download free EPs from various artists for a limited time. Donations are encouraged and will be shared among the artists. The most recent additions include J Fm, Double Vision Quest (Evan Cardwell from Secret Colours and Bad Vibrations) and Transfixed, featuring former PIG […]
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Music Nova Scotia Launches Mobile App
hello,guitarphone? hello? As someone who is deriving more and more enjoyment from my iPhone and the myriad gadgetry within, I’m pleased to see that other organizations around Halifax are doing the smartphone watusi (whatever, it’s Monday. I need to do some silly wordplay, all right? Some funnies.) Whether you like it or hate it, the […]
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Your All-Ages/House Show Weekend
Vixens Some nice-lookin’ shows this weekend, and you don’t need an ID to get into ’em. Let’s take a closer look, shall we? Yes. Tonight – punk house show! Head over to the Purple House (5426 North St.) and check out Tied Down, Polina (both from St. John’s NFLD), Burnt Church, Vixens (home from tour, […]
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Correction: Deadly Hearts Show Is at 4pm Sunday
In an article on the Deadly Heart’s EP release on Sunday August 28 at Gus’ Pub, I said the start time was at 2pm. This is incorrect – it’s actually at 4pm. Sorry! I’m a dumbass. Carry on.
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Deadly Hearts on fire
It’s perfect that The Deadly Hearts are having their album release on a Sunday at 4pm. The band makes the type of music that’s evocative of the Sunday afternoon country matinees that used to happen at Gus’ Pub. It’s music that should appeal to the older VLT crowd as well as the youngsters who come […]
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Where To Play: CD Heaven
Hellacaust at CD Heaven “In-store performances were a big deal when I was growing up, in the 80s and 90s,” says CD Heaven owner Candace Redden. “Then they began to die. I think the idea of an in-store performance is very romantic.” For the past four years, the Dartmouth music and merchandise store mall has […]
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Full Halifax Pop Explosion Lineup Announced
thee oh sees The entire Halifax Pop Explosion lineup has been announced as of this morning. Major additions include Stars, Thee Oh Sees (ohmygodfuckyes) DD/MM/YYYY and The Meligrove Band. Also, Jennifer Castle, who happens to possess the most ethereal voice I have ever heard. Amazing! The list of local and national showcasing acts has also […]
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Free All-Ages Show at Lost & Found
A little heads-up for you on a sad day. Go check out established darlings Quaker Parents, Dream Friends and up-and-comer favorites Nap Eyes at your local fashion emporium and live music space, Lost & Found (2383 Agricola St) on Thursday August 25 from 6:30pm (sharp) – 9:30pm. All ages, no cover. What a nice way […]
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This Song is Positively Thetanic
In Scientology, a thetan refers to the concept of a soul as represented in other belief systems. In Halifax, The Thetans are a group of like-minded musical nutters who make theatrical punk music that’s deadlier than Xenu. If you like haunted vocals and freaked-out spacey noises and songs that sound like groovy nightmares, you will […]
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A Very Special Punk Cover Show
Cock Sparrer I know what you’re thinking, jaded reader. “So whaat’s the deal with this Saturday’s punk show at the Seahorse?” you might ask in your best Seinfeldian warble. Well, for one thing, this show features a Wire cover band (comprised of No Flyers Please.) When’s the last time you heard songs from Pink Flag […]
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I Love You, Shotgun Jimmie
Here’s a secret – I don’t really like music videos, in the traditional sense. I’m usually of the view that unless Chris Cunningham has directed it, it’s boring. But sometimes a video comes along that ideally reflects the personality of the musician, their general vibe, and kind of alludes to the meaning of the song […]
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Girl Talk Goes Frosh
I’m a little late to the party on this one, but mashup artist extraordinaire Girl Talk will be playing a gigantic show as part of Frosh Week at Alderney Landing on Thursday September 15. So far it’s looking like you don’t have to be a student to buy tickets – so go forth, purchase, and […]