The Cure, Songs of a Lost World: REVIEW
“This album is practically flawless, harkening back to the endless black nights of the Cure’s ’80s discography. And it gets better with every listen.”
PYPY, Sacred Times: REVIEW
“Over the past decade, Montreal’s PyPy achieved cult status with one release and crazy live shows. Sacred Times cranks up the madness to an unadulterated 11.”
9 shows we’re super excited to see at POP Montreal this week
The world-renowned international festival with its finger on the pulse of the alternative music scene runs from Sept. 25 to 29.
Mile End’s new Ukrainian restaurant Perogie Lili serves up heavenly varenyky
We sampled the goods and spoke with Perogie Lili co-founder Nestor Lewyckyj about his homage to the old country and the local community.
Truck Violence, Violence: REVIEW
“If Truck Violence play their cards right, the band could very well be the next phenomenon in Montreal’s hardcore scene.”
Childish Gambino, Bando Stone and the New World: REVIEW
“Donald Glover is better than this plain-jane pop.”
Moroccan music star Zouhair Bahaoui makes his North American debut in Montreal on Saturday
We spoke with Bahaoui as he prepares to play the Orientalys festival this weekend.
Laughing, Because It’s True: REVIEW
“The debut album by Montreal rockers Laughing is an easy listen, perfect for hazy summer days, or even punishing, boiling night drives.”
Karma Glider, Ocean Honey Violence: REVIEW
“This bundle of songs feels immediate — not sat on and over-contemplated — but made on pure instinct, which is what art should be about.”
No Waves spoke with us about manifesting destiny
The Montreal nu-punk trio invited us into their rehearsal space to discuss their upcoming Osheaga gig, their DIY MO and being mentored in the local scene.