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The truth about proposed anti-mask laws unmasked!
With all the protesting going on these days, Montreal has become a veritable political theatre for all manner of agitprop and self-expression. Of course, no anti-whatever rally would be complete, these days, without the requisite Guy Fawkes masks, bandanas worn as masks, balaclavas (aka ski masks), etc. What do all of these things have in common? Wearing them may soon be a criminal offense punishable by jail time (up to 5 years!)…
Montreal Israel Film Fest part 2: Melting Away and Obession
So once again it’s time to delve into the world of Israeli cinema with two more films from this year’s Israeli Film Festival. Last week we had two films that seemed to have directly opposite problems (or near-problems) but this time around, our two films share the same basic issue, but to different degrees. Film festivals are always the best place to go to see films that tackle controversial or taboo subjects, and Doron Eran’s new film Melting Away definitely fits that bill…
Burning Casa to the Ground: Barn Burner and The Great Sabitini @ Casa Del Popolo
I have never seen a metal show at Casa del Popolo – but that doesn’t mean it never happens, or that it wouldn’t be a fantastic, mind-blowing experience. Initially, I was excited to hear that The Great Sabatini and Barn Burner were playing a show together, but how would their heavy sound fit into this smaller sized venue? It’s not like Casa is known for metal shows…
Spring, a Baptism and Ode to Joy Walk into a Bar
This past Sunday, I awoke too early for my taste. Rain was falling, the sky had a look in its eye that warned it would go on for days, and I had heard there were …
Dresses and bags and shoes (Oh my!) Spring Fling
I was thrilled to find a weekend assignment this last Sunday when the Xchange Collective put together Spring Fling. While it was most definitely not feeling very spring like that day, I giddily headed down to St-Laurent for the promise of a clothing swap and exhibition for vintage shops like Citizen Vintage and jewellery designers like Genevieve Savard.
The Spring of Student Discontent
The student strike and protest is now entering its fourth month, they have spawned more than 160 protests in 72 days in Montreal alone. The protests have now garnered international attention including coverage on CNN and Al Jazeera. In my (new found) opinion, the actions of the students are completely justified. This whole state of affairs revolves around the Quebec government’s rising debt…
The Josephine: A Tasty Quinoa Dish
This week, let’s talk about something completely wonderful: quinoa! Also, let me tell you how I created this delicious little dressing that goes perfectly with a little quinoa, on a bed of your favorite fresh …
The Hills Are Alive With The Sound of the Blood Ballet
There is so much top-choice burlesque inspiration in musicals, everything from the vampy vaude-villian murderess Velma Kelly of Chicago to the gender-bending burst of fabulous that is Hedwig, titular leader of the Angry Itch. A …
Montreal Israel Film Fest part 1: Mabul and My Australia
The 8th annual Montreal Israel Film Festival is soon to be upon us and for the next two weeks here at Friday Film review I’ll be taking a look at some of the films you can see this year. First up is The Flood and My Australia, two films that seem almost diametrically opposed in some respects. he Flood is set in contemporary Israel and stars Yoni, a 13 year old boy desperate to grow up. He works out, downs protein powder and even screams to try and deepen his voice. His Bar Mitzvah is approaching and he is desperate to become a man…
Caroline Keating Shiny Debut: Silver Heart
Last week Montreal-based musician Caroline Keating launched her debut album Silver Heart to a sold out show at Chapelle St.Louis. The small beautiful chapel was packed with people; some fans were even crammed onto windowsills, listening intently …
Montreal Folk Music: The Man to Know – Matt Large
“The term folk music is something that I think about a lot”, says Matt Large co-director of Hello Darlin’ Productions during our chat at Les Copains D’Abord where we talked about music, his projects, and …
The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) Versus Democracy
If anything good has come out of the unfortunate death of Trayvon Martin, it has to be the unwanted exposure of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC). ALEC is not a lobby, nor is it a front group, it is a council made up of 2000 legislators and 300 corporations. The corporations sit on nine different task forces and vote with these legislators to approve “model” bills…
Amore-tella Bites: Chocolate made with love, not milk!
Did you know that you can make delicious chocolates without dairy? And even if you do want to include “milk” in your recipe, there are many non-dairy milk options on the market. You can also easily make nut milks yourself at home. Let’s look at why vegans object to consuming cow’s milk and then explore the various alternatives.
Breakup Etiquette For a Modern Age
Earlier this week, at work, the conversation turned to breakup etiquette. One of my co-workers wanted to break up with the guy he was seeing, but was completely inexperienced in this department. They’d been seeing each other casually for two months without ever discussing exclusivity.
Zeppelin Was A Cover Band (Didja Know?)
Leadbelly is the grandfather of heavy metal. I had no idea. Nor did I realize how derivative Led Zeppelin was. Nor, frankly, had I ever given Zeppelin much thought at all beyond contemplating Stairway lyrics in angsty teenaged basements. I had wondered why there was no A in their Led, and now that I know, I’m keeping it to myself on principle. As to their name, it was predicted they would crash and burn like one. And did you know…
Ticket Giveaway! Kids & Explosions + Young Lungs + Oliver The Great at Divan Orange
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Indie Montreal Presents…
KIDS & EXPLOSIONS (Toronto, ON. | Electro/Mashup/Funk)
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YOUNG LUNGS (Montreal, Qc. | Indie Rock)
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OLIVER THE GREAT (Montreal, Qc. | Indie Rock)
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