From an early age, I’ve questioned faith. My experience with religion has been that it can be incredibly prescriptive of what we ought or ought not do, and offers little reason to follow its rules other than fears of mortality. Good acts, and strict adherence to these rules will be rewarded in heaven. Unfortunately, the… Continue reading The school of freethought
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The Jezabels
The band met while attending school at the University of Sydney, and after finishing their degrees, they took on music as a full-time profession. However, during that time they didn’t end up meeting a bass player — and since then, the band has decided to go without. “At first we thought that we would need… Continue reading The Jezabels
Born Ruffians
Some bands can easily fly under the radar and go unnoticed by indie fans who don’t spend their time scouring the Internet for the latest and greatest. Born Ruffians are not one of those bands. Their song “Hummingbird” has made its way on to TV screens all over the western world first on the British… Continue reading Born Ruffians
Spun: The Jezabels
Dark Storm is not for partying. It’s for the mellow 23-minute drive home after some party in south Calgary when, if you could only piece the night together, you’d remember to be embarrassed. Hayley Mary’s mournful vocals are easy enough on the hangover as she guides you through the night before. The melancholy EP starts… Continue reading Spun: The Jezabels
Honeybear finds his hive
Aaron Meyer does things backwards. In a city that thousands flock to with aspirations of finding work in oil and gas, Meyer finds himself in Calgary without job prospects. Yet when he’s not jamming with friends here, he spends his time in the birthplace of grunge rock not playing music. Instead, the Washington native divides… Continue reading Honeybear finds his hive
Dojo Workhorse more than just a couple of Dudes
While some people sip on gin and juice, Dojo Workhorse prefer whiskey and OJ. Passing a flask around on a warm summer afternoon along the Bow River, frontman Dan Vacon and drummer Scott Ross discuss the band that is often overshadowed by their better-known group, The Dudes. Dojo Workhorse is anything but a side project,… Continue reading Dojo Workhorse more than just a couple of Dudes
Ghostkeeper haunted by first live show
Musician Shane Ghostkeeper got his start when friend and singer Cindy Scott “duped” him into playing at a festival after showing him around backstage before one of her shows. She had convinced him to bring his guitar as a back up in case she broke a string during her performance. After playing a few songs,… Continue reading Ghostkeeper haunted by first live show
Born Ruffians sweat it out
If you’re into hanging around sweaty exhibitionists dancing to songs about girls, then you won’t want to miss the Born Ruffians. After releasing their second full-length album Say It earlier this month, the Born Ruffians are touring North America and stopping in Calgary this weekend. “It’s a good bill, us and Young Rival,” drummer Steve… Continue reading Born Ruffians sweat it out
Proposed intellectual property laws too restrictive
In 2008, Canadians across the country continued to freely and legally pick digital locks on electronic media as the much-criticized Bill C-61 on copyright reform was tabled. The bill died when parliament dissolved later that year, signaling a federal election, and the Conservatives vowed to resurrect C-61 if reelected. This past summer, nationwide consultation brought… Continue reading Proposed intellectual property laws too restrictive
Folk Fest announces 2009 lineup with Iron and Wine and the Decemberists playing
The 2009 Calgary Folk Music Festival kicked off at the Ship & Anchor pub Wednesday, May 13 with mini-sets by recently announced festival performers Michael Bernard Fitzgerald, Dragon Fli Empire and Jay Crocker. In its 30th year, the festival boasts both familiar and fresh faces, including headliners Michael Franti and Spearhead, playing Thursday night. The… Continue reading Folk Fest announces 2009 lineup with Iron and Wine and the Decemberists playing