Local hearts exhibiting local art
The art world can often be an intimidating, unwelcoming space. Our imagined world of pure white gallery spaces and wealthy, pretentious patrons isn’t exactly one…
Arts & Culture
The Lost Expressionist found
While not a known name in the history of Manitoban art, Nick Yudell was an experimental photographer from Modern who is now getting some recognition….
Self-order kiosks — the future of food on campus
One of the many changes the COVID-19 virus brought about was the need for social distancing and contactless technologies throughout many industries, with the U…
International Indigenous Hip Hop Awards full of rising stars
Winnipeg’s Exchange Event Centre hosted the second annual International Indigenous Hip Hop Awards Show Aug. 26 and 27. The awards and surrounding conference highlighted artists…
Living Hour, ‘Someday Is Today’ — 5/5 Stars
Living Hour has long been a shining star of Winnipeg’s indie-rock scene, providing us sleepwalking prairie-dwellers with dreamy, washed-out and romantic sounds since 2013. Taking…
’Toban tracks — study vibes
It’s our back to school issue, classes are starting back up and although we’d rather not think about it, actual schoolwork and studying is back…
Kiwi Jr., ‘Chopper’ — 4.5/5 Stars
Toronto indie-rock group Kiwi Jr. is back once again with another batch of sticky, smartly constructed songs. The band popped on the scene with 2019’s…
The Secret Beach — a place, a band, a song, a vibe
Matlock, Man.’s Micah Erenberg has been a fixture of the Manitoba indie, country and folk scenes for years, and has re- leased a few excellent…
Real Love Summer Fest makes a successful return
Bolstered by a diverse lineup, beautiful weather and a sold-out crowd, the two-day fest brought together local and touring acts from around the continent spanning a wide variety of genres and vibes.
Ariel Posen, ‘Downtown’ — 4/5 Stars
The ‘Downtown’ EP is a complex five-track project with powerful guitar performances and introspective songwriting.