Category: Canadian Music
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The history behind ‘Un Canadien Errant’
For those of you who took the time to watch One Week, you may remember Joshua Jacksons character singing at a campfire with his native american lady-friend. This song that they had him singing has been around for hundreds of years, and has a unique history behind it. Now before I get into the history…
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Busking Across Canada for War Child
Liam Titcomb, a world reknown Canadian Folk Rock Artist, is taking to the streets one city at a time, busking on behalf of War Child. War Child is a non-governmental organization which was founded in 1992. War Child focuses on assisting children in areas of conflict and post-conflict. The charity was originally founded by British…
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Music – Born Ruffians
Born Ruffians are a great Canadian indie rock band from Midland Ontario. They recently signed with Warp Records after some local performances in Toronto and a growing online reputation. They’re currently on tour with Franz Ferdinand. They’ve appeared in the British teen drama “Skins” playing “Hummingbird”. Born Ruffians recently toured Australia in January and February…
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Music – Hey Rosetta!
Hey Rosetta! – Yes! Yes! Yes! Hey Rosetta! is a six-piece indie rock band from St. John’s, Newfoundland & Labrador. Known throughout Canada for it’s energetic live shows. Over the coarse of a few years they’ve walked away with several awards including 2006 Group o fthe Year, CBC Galaxies Rising Star of the Year, and…
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Music – Wintersleep
Wintersleep – Weighty Ghost This weeks Canadian Music Light shines on “Wintersleep” – Their song writing skills improve with every album. A refreshing change to what you hear on the majority of Canadian Radio Stations. Wintersleep is well worth any ticket price. If you get a chance to see them, do so! You won’t regret…
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Music – Mother Mother
Mother Mother – O My Heart Based out of Vancouver BC, but originally from Quadra Island. Mother Mother released their first self titled EP independantly.. They played Virgin Festival in Vancouver in May 2007 and have gained a huge following. They have been touring relentlessly, and are definitely a band to watch out for. Their…
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Music – Matt Mays & El Torpedo
Matt Mays & El Torpedo – City of Lakes Matt Mays is a roots rocker based out of Nova Scotia and New York City. Born in Hamilton, Ontario, Matt Mays has become a well known act throughout Canada. His dynamic writing style and blues influenced sound has struck a chord with people all over the…