This documentary looks at the Canadian live music scene. Will you help with a Kickstarter campaign?

July 25, 2026 Alan Cross 0 Comments 13 Views

SOUNDCHECK, directed by John Butler, is an 80-minute look at the exhilarating and challenging live music scene in Canada, focusing on the power of music in this country. Many working musicians were interviewed. John and his people are currently trying to raise money to cover the costs of entering the doc in festivals.

Here’s a trailer. (Via Sean)

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Alan Cross

is an internationally known broadcaster, interviewer, writer, consultant, blogger and speaker. In his 40+ years in the music business, Alan has interviewed the biggest names in rock, from David Bowie and U2 to Pearl Jam and the Foo Fighters. He’s also known as a musicologist and documentarian through programs like The Ongoing History of New Music.

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