March 19th, 2018 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, Show Announcements
The Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival returns for 2018 marking it’s 25th anniversary with another fantastic lineup! This year’s festival will run from June 21st through to June 24th. It’s a summer weekend that has fun for the whole family. From the concerts, to the children’s area and the races, there is lots to take in. […]
February 13th, 2018 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, Show Announcements
The line up for Ottawa Bluesfest 2018 is here! Lots of great music from big name artists like Foo Fighters, Beck and Bryan Adams, to plenty of great local artists for you to discover as well. Here is the initial lineup. Expect more additions in the coming months as we get closer to the festival. […]
June 29th, 2016 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, News, Show Announcements
Summer is here and that means it’s almost time for another addition of the Ottawa Bluesfest! While all the hype typically surrounds the headliners, there is loads of local talent performing as well. So if you’re going, head out early and discover some of the great local music that our city has to offer. Once […]
June 24th, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in Concerts
With the great weather this weekend, I decided to head out to the Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival with the family in tow and take in a few performances. While the boys enjoyed the bouncy castles in the children’s area, I took in Amos the Transparent‘s show. It’s been quite some time since I’ve seen them […]
June 20th, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, Interviews
I recently chatted with Jonathan Chandler about Amos the Transparent‘s new album and upcoming festival dates this summer. 2014 has been a busy year for Amos the Transparent and it’s about to get busier. Earlier this year, the group kicked off a PledgeMusic campaign to fund the release of their new album This Cold Escape. […]
June 17th, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, News, Show Announcements
Summer is here and that means it’s almost time for another addition of the Ottawa Bluesfest! While all the hype typically surrounds the headliners, there is loads of local talent performing throughout the festival. So while you’re there, why not head out early and discover some of the great local music that our city has […]
May 6th, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, News, Show Announcements
The Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival is back with another exciting FREE concert lineup for 2014! The festival runs from Thursday June 19th to Sunday June 22nd. It’s a great time for the whole family with free admission to concerts, as well as a variety of artisans, exhibitors, delicious culinary treats, beachside bar, children’s area and […]
March 31st, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in News
Amos The Transparent are getting ready to record their next album, the followup to the fantastic Goodnight My Dear…I’m Falling Apart. The band has teamed up with PledgeMusic to allow fans to pre-purchase the album. In addition to helping fund the album, 3% of all pledges made after their goal has been reached, will benefit […]
August 13th, 2013 | by Scott Martin | published in Concerts, Features, News
As summer starts to draw to a close, it’s time to start thinking about the Ottawa Folk Festival. Each year the festival brings together an eclectic combination of music, presented in an intimate outdoor setting along the Rideau River in Hog’s Back Park. Nicely nestled among the big draws are plenty of great local acts […]
March 8th, 2013 | by Scott Martin | published in Quick Hits
Beau’s has just launched The Beau’s Mixtape! A new one will be released every quarter and will be available for 3 months. The mixtape will feature 15 tracks from some great Canadian talent. Included on the very first edition are Ottawa’s own Amos the Transparent, Hollerado and The Balconies! Check it out at mixtape.beaus.ca.