It's time for an early edition our weekly Top Five Must See Live Gigs! We've combed the concert calendars and gig listings and have come up with 5 fantastic shows we feel you must see this weekend.
Last week I was at a show where a couple got so enthralled with the music they lost themselves in a makeout session for the ages. I was somewhat disgusted and thrilled at the same time. This brings us to our...
Poll Question of the Day:
ARE PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION ACCEPTABLE AT GIGS?
Yes or no? If yes, how much is too much? Holding hands, hugging, necking, groping... more? If no, why not? What bothers you about PDAs? If you're into it, does that mean YOU'RE a PDA-er?
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Top 5 Gigs of the Weekend
Thu - Sat Oct 20 - 22, Halifax Pop Explosion, Halifax NS. An astounding line up of bands takes over HFX this weekend, including our own live broadcast on Sat night at 9pm AT: Chad VanGaalen, Miracle Fortress, Meligrove Band, Suuns, w/ host Craig Norris.
Thu - Sun, Oct 20 -23, Breakout West, Whitehorse YK. The annual festival climaxing with the Western Canadian Music Awards on Sunday night, hosted by Grant Lawrence!
Fri Oct 21, Cuff the Duke, Winnipeg MB. The R3-sponsored tour rolls into the beautiful Park Theatre, wi/ guests Hooded Fang.
Sat Oct 22, C'Mon, Toronto ON. The Ian Blurton-led power rock trio plays their LAST SHOW EVER at the Bovine Sex Club!!!
Fri Oct 21, Ruth Minnikin, Mount Stewart, PEI. One of the greatest natural vocal talents in Canada plays the intimate Trailside Cafe, a must-visit venue.
Did we miss anything? What are YOU doing this weekend?