Mayors of Fredericton have released their album ‘Offers’ today. The album may be the work of a super group, drawing on the talents of Tim Walker (bass) and Brad Perry (guitar) both of Grand Theft Bus , and Adam Guidry (drums) of CHIPs, but the songwriting all comes down to Chris MacLean, as he turns his experiences of his past life as a banker into pop hits. Continue reading New Music: Mayors’ ‘Offers’
Foghorn Brewing Opens Rothesay’s First Craft Brewery
There’s a new watering hole in the Saint John area. Foghorn Brewing Company just opened its doors as Rothesay’s newest – and first – craft brewery. Continue reading Foghorn Brewing Opens Rothesay’s First Craft Brewery
Video: Kenny James’s ‘Truth In Every Lie’
At first listen, Kenny James’s ‘Truth In Every Lie’ sounds like your pretty standard country fare – it’s got all the parts: the ballad-esque twang, the characteristic lament of some vaguely retold misfortunate, and the catchy upbeat twist to the chorus. The truth of the song is that rather than a bit of radio-fodder, it’s actually the very real tale of a young New Brunswick man who went missing four years ago. Continue reading Video: Kenny James’s ‘Truth In Every Lie’
New Music: John Richard’s ‘Lost In Dublin’
Today, John Richard releases his second album, ‘Lost in Dublin’. Following up on his 2014 debut, ‘Blue Valley’, which had seen him nominated for Music NB‘s Blues Artist of the Year, ‘Lost in Dublin’ is a strong sequel. The album incorporates elements of soul, rock, and folk into the mix, all around a solid blues basis, making for a very well-rounded listening experience. Continue reading New Music: John Richard’s ‘Lost In Dublin’
Real Food Café Coming To Picaroons’ Roundhouse
Fredericton’s North Side has always been pretty exciting, but this week an announcement was made that’s making it just that much better. Picaroons and Real Food Connections will be partnering up for a new Roundhouse Café at Picaroons’ brewery in Devon. Continue reading Real Food Café Coming To Picaroons’ Roundhouse