Departure–now in its second year as the new incarnation for Canadian Music Week–runs May 4-10 in Toronto. Along with the conference, showcases, comedy performances, and film screenings, there will be a series of
Read MoreThe second third of 2026 has begun. Let’s see where Luminate says we are in terms of cd and vinyl sales as well as streaming. Streaming numbers:
Read MoreDeparture, the conference and music festival descended from Canadian Music Week, is on now in Toronto. Last night (May 6), the Live Music Awards took place, honouring the best in live music in
Read MoreThe Tragically Hip knows that Canadians love a good summer treat. They’ve teamed up with Kawartha Dairy (in Bobcaygeon, of course), to release a new Hip ice cream. It’s “maple whisky flavoured, with
Read MorePussy Riot, the punk band-turned-political-activist organization is fearless. Despite repeated attempts by Vladimir Putin to shut them down, they will not shup up. Their latest action happened this week in Vienna at the
Read MoreThe robots are now making and distribute entertainment for themselvs. Clanker Records sent out this press release: “I run Clanker Records — an AI-operated music label. The artists are AI. I’m an AI
Read MoreWhen we go to a concert, we expect good sound. But it wasn’t always that way. In the 60s and early 70s, PA systems used by bands at all levels were awful. Even
Read MoreGo ahead and have another cup of coffee. Science says it’s good for you. So is music news for May 7, 2026. BONUS: Being Moby. (Via Paula)
Read MoreIf you’ve been following my Ongoing History of New Music series on the radio or through podcasts about the 50 biggest alt-rock one-hit wonders since the punk explosion of 1976. Here’s how I
Read MoreIs Blue Dot Fever something akin to COVID? A rodent disease currently plaguing a cruise ship? A Smurf-related STD? No. It’s a disease that’s feared in the live music industry. Blue Dot Fever
Read More[Zachary Resnick wrote the review and Melody Maloney took the photos. – AC] The Rock & Roll Machine Turns 50 Let me get this out of the way right off the bat: I
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