I’m a little undecided on Imogen Heap. I really like a couple of her songs, but I often skip through half the tracks when listening to one of her albums. Perhaps it’s one of those relationships that just isn’t meant to be. Or, perhaps I just need to work harder before completely dismissing it. In … More Music Monday – Imogen Heap
The only thing better about discovering a new artist is discovering a new artist that you didn’t know you already know. I was in Brandon last fall for the Western Canadian Music Awards, and I heard a set by the JD Edwards Band. I was impressed by their performance – a tight group, very musical, … More Music Monday – JD Edwards
Today is actually the real Music Monday. 700,000 kids from 2,000 schools across the country will take their music programs outside the classroom to celebrate the importance of music education in schools. I can’t imagine how my life would have turned out if I hadn’t been inspired and supported by my high school music teacher, who also happened to be … More Music Monday – The Real Music Monday
I was in Regina this past weekend, and as luck would have it Library Voices was doing a CD release concert at The Exchange. The “pop as fuck” (their words, not mine) collective has quickly become one of my favourite Prairie bands, and their new album Denim on Denim is highly addictive. The band sounded great in concert … More Music Monday – Library Voices
One of my favourite moments from last year’s Winnipeg Folk Festival was Iron & Wine’s solo performance on the main stage. There is something so pure and vulnerable about a guy and his guitar, all alone on stage, singing beautiful songs. It’s something I could never do, but I admire those with the skill and … More Music Monday – Iron & Wine
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