The 13th edition of Rockfest shakes the Montebello grounds.

Montebello Rockfest founder Alex Martel can confidently say he has run another successful festival this year. The 13th edition of Rockfest was held last weekend at the quaint town of Montebello, Quebec with around 200 000 people attending over the three days.

Montebello Rockfest announces Sum 41 as the first band for this year’s edition!

Montebello Rockfest’s  first sneak peek was announced tonight to be Sum 41! The band will be back due to popular demand following their triumphant reunion with Brownsound 2 years ago in Montebello in front of a sold out crowd!  The details regarding the content of the Sum 41 set will be announced at a later date.

A Punk Rock Dream Come True – Amnesia Rockfest 2017 Review

So I was sitting in the media lounge at Montebello’s Rockfest. The chalet was beautiful, the staff was welcoming, and the iced coffee had the perfect amount of pep and kick. I was charging my phone battery and preparing for a second day of incredible live music, when who should walk in to charge their […]

Rockfest Is A Family Affair – A Tribute to My Favourite Punk Rock Dad, Hugh Hart

So Montebello’s Amnesia Rockfest 2017 was amazing! Another great lineup of talent, reaching all corners of the globe, and encompassing a variety of styles. Again another 100,000 or so people descend on this wickedly beautiful little village, and they run amuck. Music is coming from every corner and can be heard for miles. Artists from […]

Ottawa, the city that fun forgot…NOT!

A common saying you’ll hear frequently when living in Ottawa is that it is the city that fun forgot. I’d like to make a case for the exact opposite and all you have to do is take a look at the summer festival season.