The five best films of 2016
Another year has come and gone, and with it came some great movies. As we head into awards season, here’s a rundown of some of…
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We Are The Halluci Nation is A Tribe Called Red’s most political album yet
Formed in 2008, Canadian electronic music group A Tribe Called Red (ATCR) is made up of three Indigenous DJs: DJ NDN, Bear Witness and 2oolman….
U of W alumnus releases first digital novel
University of Winnipeg alumnus Jonny Symons has spent the last seven years working to get his manuscript published. In 2008, after receiving a grant from…
Blackie and the Rodeo Kings – “Kings and Kings” 5/5
Since 1996, Hamilton, ON native band Blackie and the Rodeo Kings have been releasing folk-rock alternative country music and, in that time, have racked up…
Donovan Woods – “They Are Going Away” 4/5
Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumental musician Donovan Woods’ pure voice carries his poetic lyrics and easy listening acoustic sound across his new four-song EP, They Are…
Euterra Rising creates a new world order
News outlets and social media updates constantly expose us to the downsides of modern civilization and the effects it could have on Generation Z. From…
Snowblink – “Returning Current” 4.5/5
Toronto’s musical duo Snowblink’s album Returning Current explores the depths of human relationships and fragility. The recording process was guided by a mood board that…
Jaylene Johnson – “Potter and Clay” 5/5
Winnipeg singer and songwriter Jaylene Johnson has had her fair share of successes and setbacks in a career that has spanned over 10 years. The…
Taking it to heart
Occupational therapist and University of Manitoba alumnus Ryan Montemurro always wanted to be involved in music. Inspired by The National’s charity compilations that raised funds…
Tokyo Police Club lights up Winnipeg
On Sept. 27, Tokyo Police Club, Born Ruffians, and the Elwins tore up the Garrick Centre. The Elwins kicked off the show with a ton…