Kelly Hogan steps from backup to spotlight
For Wisconsin-based singer-songwriter Kelly Hogan, it’s all about friends. Hogan’s been in the business a long time, singing and strutting as a backup vocalist for Neko Case, Andrew Bird and a host of...
View ArticleWatch Tegan and Sara's new video for 'Closer'
Everyone's favourite musical twins, Tegan and Sara, have released a brand new video for the song "Closer" from their forthcoming album Heartthrob. "We were really trying to capture a specific feeling...
View ArticleJust A Show XV featuring musical songs by Hollerado, Sloan, Ohbijou & so much...
According to a recent study, a majority of you would take more time off in lieu of more money. I guess it's true, time is precious!That shouldn't be such a surprise, though. Time has forever fascinated...
View ArticleThe stories behind Peter Gabriel's Real World Records: Blind Boys of Alabama
In 1989, Peter Gabriel used his big Genesis bucks to fund Real World Records. The label that, arguably, gave rise to the popularity of world music is celebrating its stellar history with a series of...
View ArticleWhat’cha Readin’? Last thoughts on Neil Young's Waging Heavy Peace
It's our final week with Waging Heavy Peace by Neil Young and oh, what a ride it's been. In week one, we spoke to Neil Young fanatic Jason Schneider and got his thoughts on the very idea of this book...
View Article'Gangnam Style' vs. Black Death: the ultimate viral sensation
This past weekend, “Gangnam Style,” the Korean music video by dapper pop sensation Psy, surpassed Justin Bieber’s “Baby” to become the most viewed YouTube video of all time (in this case, “all time”...
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Q&A: Claire on her debut album, Under a Midnight Moon
Ever since CBC Electronic launched more than two years ago, we’ve been keeping an eye on Claire Kenway. The “daughter of a mad scientist and a violinist,” who makes music as just Claire, has enchanted...
View ArticleSHIFT on November 29
Welcome to Shift, where Tom Allen takes you on a daily musical journey from the stalwarts of Classical music to the cutting edge of Contemporary tunes. Join us here on CBC music for a round-up of the...
View ArticleBach gets reinvented by Paul Elie; Wuppertal Boys Choir vanishes on video
Canadian baritone Bernard Turgeon adds "Opera Hall of Famer" to his impressive list of credentials; J.S. Bach inspires a new book and much discussion; the Wuppertal Boys Choir vanishes on video, then...
View ArticleSkrillex releases 8-bit video game Skrillex Quest
Divisive dubstep artist Skrillex recently released his own 8-bit video game, aptly titled Skrillex Quest.The vintage-inspired game was developed by Jason Oda and bears a striking resemblance to the...
View ArticleGrant Lawrence Live: Movember 2012 - The Final Results!
We've hit the hairy finish line of Movember 2012! All around the western world, men have grown mustaches to raise awareness for prostate and testicular cancer and mens' mental health issues.The R3...
View ArticleJunk in the Trunk: Drive Stories Thursday November 29
Each day, Rich Terfry and Radio 2 Drive wraps up your day with music and stories about the interesting things going on in the world. Here are the stories we're talking about today.FEATURES:THE...
View ArticleGuitar Month: bands that rock without guitars
It’s the final day of Guitar Month here at CBC Music, and if you’ve been visiting the site with any regularity you’ve probably seen your share of axe-men, Gibson godesses, thunder riffs and Angus...
View ArticleRussian court orders websites to remove Pussy Riot videos or risk being blocked
Another move today by authorities in Russia to crackdown on the female punk band 'Pussy Riot'.A court in Moscow has ruled that websites must remove video clips of the band, including the anti-Kremlin...
View ArticleFred Penner just couldn't stay away from performing 'The Cat Came Back'
Fred Penner's on the program tonight. After his interview, Fred graced the crowd with an impromptu performance of the classic kids' tune 'The Cat Came Back,' complete with crowd-provided...
View ArticlePeter Mansbridge: Defending Justin Bieber
This post was originally published on Inside the News with Peter Mansbridge.Maybe it's because I live in Stratford, Ontario, his hometown, and I feel like I should stand up for the kid, but I've got to...
View ArticleSongs as odes to products
From Lana Del Rey’s “Diet Mountain Dew” to Prince’s “Little Red Corvette,” there are countless songs featuring the names of products. However, though the names appear in the title, they can be a...
View ArticleStart your Saturday night with 'Pretty Friends,' the Bruitals
Every week, Bandwidth host Meg Wilcox gives her pick for a great, upbeat track by an Ontario artist to kick-start your weekend. The band that's starting your Saturday night is also the band...
View ArticleThe Weeknd goes public in the U.K.
Music journalists have been waiting eagerly for the opportunity to provide the world with the very first quote from Toronto singer the Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye). For close to two years, Tesfaye's stayed...
View ArticleQ&A: Chad Brownlee and Dallas Smith on the BCCMAs and being the Boys of Fall
Chad Brownlee is a former top NHL prospect from British Columbia who has worked hard to earn his bona fides on the Canadian country scene. Dallas Smith is a former rock and roller from British...
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