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Bell Media Scoops Robbie Robertson TIFF Gala Doc

Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band blends archival footage, photography, songs, and interviews with many of Robertson’s friends and collaborators, including Martin Scorsese, Bruce Springsteen, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, Peter Gabriel, Taj Mahal, Dominique Robertson, and Ronnie Hawkins.

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Burt & Randy Make Friends At Castle Concert

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Five Questions With… Iron Age Mystics' Kevin Connelly

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Nostalgia, Jazz and the Internet

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Five Questions With…Johnson Crook's Noel Johnson

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Calendar of Grant and Funding Deadlines: July 17, 2019

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Q&A: Melissa Etheridge Calls Canadians Smart

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Five Questions With… Iron Age Mystics' Kevin Connelly

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New Parachute Collective: Rise Up

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The 10th Anniversary Radio & Records Party was held on the (very hot) patio of Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto yesterday afternoon

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Bell Media Scoops Robbie Robertson TIFF Gala Doc

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Burt & Randy Make Friends At Castle Concert

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For the first time in more than a decade, former Guess Who bandmates and songwriters Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings reunited on stage last night

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Today's New Track

New Parachute Collective: Rise Up

Thirty-five years after it became an anthemic hit for Parachute Club, the infectious tune is given a fresh twist by Lorraine Segato, two of her bandmates, and a large cast of strong young voices. Proceeds will benefit four non-profits.
Ian Blurton: Seven Bells

The Toronto guitar hero and hard rock godfather has just released a solo record, Signals Through The Flames. This focus track showcases his typically virile vocals and axemanship, and it evokes the sound of '70s Brit hard rock.
Leeroy Stagger: Strange Attractor

The highly-regarded Albertan roots troubadour previews a new album with a single that has a surprising and attractive glam rock feel.
Rheostatics: Here Come the Wolves

The indie rock veterans are preparing the release of their first album in 15 years, and this title track is a shape-shifting gem. The companion video is a visual treat.
Walrus: Cool To Who

The title track of the Halifax combo's upcoming sophomore full-length showcases its appealingly melodic power pop meets psych sound.
Jessica Mitchell: Somebody Gonna Get Hurt ft Tim Hicks

Two of the strongest voices in Canadian country combine to great emotional effect on this full-blooded and open-hearted ballad.
The Dead South: Diamond Ring

The maverick Regina hit bluegrass outfit The Dead South has announced the Oct. release of a third full-length album, Sugar & Joy. This lead single is a frisky tune driven by banjo, mandolin, and cello, and bolstered with full-blooded vocal harmonies.
Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello: Señorita

Two of the planet's hottest pop stars team up on a catchy joint single complemented by a video as steamy as a Miami summer day. We predict a major hit.
Meltt: Love Again

This new single from the Vancouver combo meditates upon the phenomenon of love. It is dream-pop of a high order, exuding a gently mesmerising ambience.
The Sun Harmonic: A Heart So Heavy

This new single and video from the Toronto folk-rock combo is a piano ballad that spotlights leader Kaleb Hikele's warm and soulful voice, one complementing the song's tender sentiments.
Keelo D'Ville: Northside

One of the first of a likely deluge of Raptors-themed cuts, this features free-flowing rhymes atop a sparse beat. Bonus points for the Kawhi Leonard lookalike in the video.
Kardinal Offishall - Run

Coinciding with the wonderful run by the Raptors in the NBA finals is a new single from the 6 booster and hip-hop veteran. It features his signature bold and bravado-filled rhyming plus deft production.
Whitehorse: Sweet Melissa Jean

The ever-prolific and shape-shifting duo returns with another winner, a slow and haunting bonus cut from the acclaimed Panther In The Dollhouse album.
Jordan Klassen: Virtuous Circle

The folk-inflected BC singer/songwriter returns with a new single accompanied by a superbly-filmed video supported by the MVP Project. The emotionally expressive track showcases his yearning voice.
Jay Whiss: Dark Cloud

The Toronto-based rapper has made a mark with Prime Boys. This title cut from a solo EP out this week features powerful lyrics delivered with clarity atop a sparse groove, accompanied by a beautifully shot black and white video.
Don Vail: On The Wire

This project is the brainchild of indie rocker Mitch Bowden, formerly of Chore. This focus track from new album Stand of Tide features infectious hooks, layered guitars and stirring vocal harmonies.
Jim Cuddy: Rhinestone Cowboy

The Blue Rodeo frontman has just released a new solo album, Countrywide Soul, a mix of new and old material. That effortlessly smooth and mellow voice does justice to this Glen Campbell hit.
Kimmortal: Sad Femme Club

This powerful track and kinetic video show why the BC hip-hop artist is making major waves. She spits her rhymes with real fire, and the lyrics hold nothing back.
Lowest Of The Low: The Barricade

The indie rock heroes release a new album, Agitpop, on Friday. It is the group's most overtly political work, as showcased by the righteous anger of this compelling cut.
Walk Off The Earth: Mike's Song

The Burlington, ON, hitmakers are still mourning the death of keyboardist, Mike “Beard Guy” Taylor. This new tune is a touching tribute to their comrade, one that is simultaneously sad and stirring.