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Another twist on the word “Saskadelphia”

By now, you know all about The Tragically Hip’s Saskadelphia record, which features tracks recorded in 1990 but were never

[This was my weekly column for GlobalNews.ca. – AC] Let me be clear from the outset: I do not like

The Offspring song “Come Out and Play” has that part in the chorus is when some guy comes on and

Back in the early 90s, Depeche Mode singer Dave Gahan was totally out of control. Heroin, mostly, but he’d apparently

Scientific discoveries and engineering projects often lead to unexpected consequences. Such was the case with the RCA Sound Synthesizer MKII,

For a brief moment back in the early 90s, it appeared that Halifax was the New Seattle. Labels from all

In the works for years and delayed by COVID, Beatles fans will finally get a look at Peter Jackson’s documentary

We’re told that this new documentary will be the definitive look at KISS. The four-hour, two-night broadcast will run on

[Mike Carr has created a catalogue/reference work featuring all kinds of Canadian rock and alternative releases from the past few

[Mike Carr has created a catalogue/reference work featuring all kinds of Canadian rock and alternative releases from the past few

[Mike Carr has created a catalogue/reference work featuring all kinds of Canadian rock and alternative releases from the past few

The Custodian of Toronto Sports – Richard Peddie in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 033 May 27, 2021
Over a 20+ year span, as the Toronto pro sports scene evolved from older venues and stands filled with blue and white (Leafs, Blue Jays, Argonauts) to a more intense red (Raptors, TFC), and grand coliseums that define the city’s skyline, there is one sports executive in particular who ownership looked to. We’re of course […]
Mark Silver
The Ultimate Backstage Pass – David Kines in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 032 May 17, 2021
In today’s everything-on-demand world, it may be hard for anyone born post-Y2 K to answer a simple question, “where do you watch music videos?” A reasonable answer would be YouTube, Apple Music, or maybe even Tiktok. Prior to the dawn of YouTube in 2005, the answer was easy. MTV if you’re American, and of course […]
Mark Silver
Gamifying the Movie Theatre Experience – Aaron Silverberg in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 031 May 9, 2021
People yearn for live experiences that they can share with others. Though fan and crowd-based events such as sports and concerts may be the source of most of our FOMO, movie theatres are even more appealing. Although the film may be the main attraction, movie theatre owners are constantly looking for new ways to maximize […]
Mark Silver