Photos by Josh Moody (@openlatedotorg) – Hamilton-based indie rock quintet The Reason, who released their third EP, Hollow Tree, last year, which spawned the single “Drive Me Home”, which peaked at no. 9 on the Canadian Rock Chart, performed at Tattoo Toronto in Toronto on May 6th for their highly anticipated Canadian Music Week (CMW) showcase … Continue reading
Photos by: Morgan Hotston – In Bloom: A Celebration of Teen Spirit and the Arts, a Toronto-based multi-arts initiative that commemorates Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain, held their CMW 2014 showcase on May 6th at The Great Hall in Toronto to raise awareness for youth mental health and promote the arts, which included performances by Sloan, July Talk, DIANA, … Continue reading
Photos by Josh Moody (@openlatedotorg) – Award-winning Canadian comedy duo Kenny VS Spenny, who’s show of the same name ran from 2003 to 2010, performed their new show Kenny VS Spenny VS Canada for the first of two nights at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Toronto as part of Canadian Music Week (CMW) 2014.
Photos by: Angelo Marchini – English alternative rock/indie rock quartet The 1975, who released their debut self-titled album on September 2nd, 2013 via Dirty Hit/Polydor, performed at Kool Haus in Toronto as part of Canadian Music Week (CMW) 2014, with California-based indie rock quartet Bad Suns, who are expected to release their debut album, Language & Perspective, on … Continue reading
By: Elaisha Green (@elaishajade) and Ted Belton (photos) – Toronto art school alum Marissa Dattoli fronts pop-punk band, Crystalyne. The powerful vocalist sat down with us to answer questions about prepping for their CMW 2014 showcase on May 7th, the band’s upcoming southern Ontario tour, and more! Elaisha Green: What shows are on your “must watch” list while you’re here for Canadian Music Week? … Continue reading
Date: May 10 | Doors 7:00PM | Show 8:00PM Venue: Kool Haus We’re giving away 2 pairs of passes to The 2014 SiriusXM Indies! This year’s edition will feature performances by: Little Dragon, The Hidden Cameras, Hollerado, Born Ruffians, and more! You can enter only once via one of the following entry methods: Follow Aesthetic Magazine … Continue reading
By: Mehek Seyid (@whatthemehek) – Canadian Music Week 2014 kicked off last night in Toronto at the Tattoo Parlor with a performance by M.I.A., whose nonstop dance party performance rewarded the 400 people who were lucky to snag an entry wristband into the intimate show. The 20-minute delay did not deter the high-energy of those in attendance, … Continue reading
By: Dani Oliva – A decade ago, at the pinnacle of their success, The Distillers, fronted by Brody Dalle, unexpectedly went on hiatus after the release of their critically acclaimed album Coral Fang. The album served to bridge the vast gap between mainstream and punk rock, a tremendous feat for any band, with Dalle’s corrosive … Continue reading
Sounds Australia is bringing over twenty Aussie artists to Toronto to play at Canadian Music Week 2014, including Mia Dyson, King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard, You Am I, and so many more! We’re giving away one (1) prize pack that includes: 1 copy of Twelve Foot Ninja‘s album ‘Silent Machine’. 1 copy of Audego sophomore album 1 … Continue reading
Date: May 6-10 – Various Venues Features: Tegan and Sara, City and Colour, M.I.A., Neko Case and Television, Little Dragon, Ellie Goulding, Owen Pallett + More! Concerts are subject to capacity age restrictions. Click here for festival details. You can enter only once via one of the following entry methods: Follow Aesthetic Magazine on Twitter and tweet the following message: Contest: … Continue reading