Elizabeth Shepherd has long been known for playful exploration that pushes the boundaries of jazz music, and The Signal is another shining example of this creative mindset. Continue reading “Elizabeth Shepherd – The Signal”
The Catamounts :: Surf, Sweat, Suits
by Gil Carroll
Winnipeg’s favourite surfer dudes The Catamounts are playing the Big Fun Hungover Breakfast on February 1 at The Good Will Social Club. Stylus chatted with drummer Andy Rudolph and Guitarist Michael Henderson-Castle about what it is like surfin in the WPG. Continue reading “The Catamounts :: Surf, Sweat, Suits”
Alfa’s Harmattan :: Political rap for the modern man condition
by Harrison Samphir
“This is a note to my future self
Please don’t take my work in vain
The sacrifices made are provin’ that you’re worth your name” Continue reading “Alfa’s Harmattan :: Political rap for the modern man condition”
Black Cloud :: A change in atmosphere
by Gil Carroll
Black Cloud is a five piece explosively beautiful instrumental band from Winnipeg that defy what it means to be a young rock band. Stylus was excited to have them perform at the 25th anniversary show in September, and was not disappointed by the three guitar onslaught. Our assistant editor had the chance to sit down in a Wolseley home with Adrian Schroeder, Brett Ticzon, and Darin Rudd who all play guitar. Continue reading “Black Cloud :: A change in atmosphere”
Energy Slime – New Dimensional
More than just a great band name – and it really is a phenomenal one – Vancouver duo Energy Slime have some serious songwriting chops. Continue reading “Energy Slime – New Dimensional”
Clockwork Orchestra – A Fish for a Heart
Clockwork Orchestra isn’t an orchestra at all – it’s a solitary lunatic from Dublin emptying his brain into a synth-heavy, post-punky whirlwind of sound. Continue reading “Clockwork Orchestra – A Fish for a Heart”
The JP Hoe, Hoe, Hoe Holiday Show
by Danielle Marion
2014 has been a busy year for Winnipeg’s JP Hoe. Continue reading “The JP Hoe, Hoe, Hoe Holiday Show”
Malachai – Beyond Ugly
You’ve got a certain type of music you listen to when you’re having a bad day, a certain type when you’re trying to get pumped up, and a certain type when you wanna lash out. Continue reading “Malachai – Beyond Ugly”
David Vest – Roadhouse Revelation
David Vest is an award winning jazz/blues pianist currently living in Canada, and we are lucky to have him! Continue reading “David Vest – Roadhouse Revelation”
Lee Bains III & The Glory Fires – Dereconstructed
“Real Alabama rock n roll” is how the Glory Fires describe themselves, and they’re spot on with that. Continue reading “Lee Bains III & The Glory Fires – Dereconstructed”