Riot Fest is gearing up to announce the second wave of bands on June 16th but before we get there, we’d like to talk about 5 acts from the current wave that we’re excited to see.
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Rodney DeCroo – Campfires on the Moon Canadian Tour
Vancouver singer/songwriter Rodney DeCroo is touring across Canada to promote his new album Campfires on the Moon. He played a stop last week at Toronto’s The Tennessee, and we were there to shoot a few pictures and take in his set.
Boots and Hearts Emerging Artist Profile: Johnson Crook
Last week we had the opportunity to spend some time with Johnson Crook, one of eight Boots & Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase competitors. We chatted in front of The Gladstone Hotel before their set and hung around to watch the band play. We’re glad we did.
Leah Daniels – Dream Without You
Released today, we’ve got the video from Leah Daniels, Dream Without You. Shot on a relative’s property, produced and directed by Tim Deegan, this video is the complete opposite of “Go Back“. Written by Leah Daniels, Beverley Mahood & Patricia Conroy this song is a winner.
Canadian Music Week 2015 – Friday Night with The Dead South
It was a very red hued evening for Canadian Music Week fans at the Smiling Buddah for The Dead South. Dark and mood setting. The four piece from Saskatchewan, came dressed to kill. And kill it, they did. The audience changed when they started to play. They quieted down and moved forward. They danced and they hooted.
CMW 2015 – Who’s On My List
CMW 2015 starts tomorrow and if you haven’t nailed down your schedule yet let me propose the following options or additions.
Dean Brody Gypsy Road Release & Giveaway!
We’ve Got a Dean Brody Contest Happening!
On Tuesday we reviewed Dean Brody‘s “Gypsy Road” and last night we were thrilled to be in the audience for this exclusive event at Boots and Bourbon. You can read the review here.
Dean Brody’s Gypsy Road Review
I love Tuesdays. It’s new album release day! This morning I was rewarded with the remaining tracks from my pre-order of Dean Brody‘s Gypsy Road album. I love this new album. It’s got a little bit of everything.
Die Mannequin gets some back up from Secret Broadcast and A Primitive Evolution
Last night Toronto’s Legendary Horseshoe Tavern played host to A Primitive Evolution, Secret Broadcast and headliner, Die Mannequin. It was a packed house and trust me, nobody went home disappointed. From the first note to the last, the energy level was high and the fans were all in.
