If you’re of the opinion that writers should be treated like rock stars (regardless of how uncomfortable that may or may not make them), you might consider taking in The Frye Festival in Moncton, New Brunswick. And, they have just unveiled their complete line-up of national and international others for their 19th annual celebration of all things bookish. Continue reading The Frye Festival Announces Authors For 2018 Festival Line-Up
In Review: SJTC’s ‘Shakespeare in Love’ – Come For The Romance, Stay For The Sword Fights
Last night, March 21, 2018, Saint John got a sneak peek at the Saint John Theatre Company’s second main stage production Shakespeare in Love directed by Sandra Bell. The play, adapted by Lee Hall, was based on the 1998 movie screenplay by Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard. The official opening performance takes place tonight at 7:30pm at the Imperial Theatre. Continue reading In Review: SJTC’s ‘Shakespeare in Love’ – Come For The Romance, Stay For The Sword Fights
Into The Night: Groundswell Music Throws St Paddy’s Day Rager
For its third year running, the newly rebranded Into The Night Festival, returned for a two-day St. Patrick’s rager changed up its formula to stray away from its original Celtic style roots. This time around, they brought in some JUNO and ECMA award winners and nominees, mixed in some local heavy hitters, and delivered a weekend packed with punk rock and indie grooves. Continue reading Into The Night: Groundswell Music Throws St Paddy’s Day Rager
New Music: ChessClub Pushes To The Forefront Of Modern Hip-Hop With ‘These Flowers Are For You’
On their sophomore album, St. John’s sweethearts and rap vets, ChessClub have bolstered their sound and dived deeper into the vaults of their lyrical exploration. Combining stellar production that trills with arpeggiated synth notes and drips and pops with glistening sound textures and ambient vibes, These Flowers Are For You weaves a masterful sonic tapestry of modern hip-hop. Continue reading New Music: ChessClub Pushes To The Forefront Of Modern Hip-Hop With ‘These Flowers Are For You’
Living Roots Announces Full 2018 Line-Up
Fredericton’s Living Roots Music Festival have announced the line-up for their third installment today. The festival, with its panache for unorthodox venues and its focus on maintaining a strong balance of local talent and imported gems, has expanded to ten venues. This year’s lineup promises three days packed with diverse talent. Continue reading Living Roots Announces Full 2018 Line-Up