Experience punk rock genius in Montreal this week
PLUS titans of minimal synth, devastating heaviosity and one of Johnson’s all-time favourite bands.
Taverne Tour brings beloved bands to small Plateau bars
The third edition of the festival livens up the scene with local and touring bands this week.
These bands will cure your winter blahs
The top 7 gigs of week PLUS a small metal miracle.
Metal overlords descend on our winter hellscape
Modern metal dominates the concert halls PLUS a wacky dance tribute to the godfather of punk & more shows this week.
The big, bad, best gigs in Montreal this weekend
Heavy picks from the M for Montreal festival and more killer metal, fuzz and loud and proud acts playing MTL.
An open letter to an arts city
A local promoter shares his frustration with bylaws that are cutting into his business and bands’ visibility.
Get ready for frontal-lobe-levelling heaviosity
One of Johnson’s favourite live bands ever is playing this week, along with hardcore legends, locals launching records & more.
Vut the fuck! The Varning From Montreal fest is here
The crew at Katacombes is a true jewel in this city PLUS more sick shows this week.
Analogue Addiction keep it fun and familial
We spoke to the local show promoters on their fourth anniversary.
Where the jazz is at
The Montreal International Jazz Fest’s provides a smorgasbord of shows under the rubric of Jazz.