May 2nd, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in Concerts, Features, New Music, News, Show Announcements
On Thursday May 8th 2014, head out to the Mercury Lounge to spend the night with Blak Denim as they celebrate the release of their new EP – Vanguard(en). The show is presented by Beau’s All Natural Brewing Co. and the Mercury Lounge. BlakDenim is a vanguard 9 piece hip-hop act that brings together clever […]
October 30th, 2013 | by Scott Martin | published in Concerts
Precise Kenny Creole and Blak Denim put on one hell of a show. So much so, that I can’t wait to see them perform again. Hip-hop done right with a full band, and I mean full! The stage at Ritual is not large, yet they managed to fit 10 musicians up there, along with all […]
October 19th, 2013 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, News
Congratulations to The Cardboard Crowns! They walk away with the top prize of $5,000. Congratulations are also due to Precise Kenny Creole and Black Denim and Finding Chuck who placed 2nd and 3rd respectively. Each band walks away with $2,500 in support from LiVE 88.5! As always, thanks to LiVE 88.5 for staging another successful […]
October 12th, 2013 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, Show Announcements
Well it’s almost here, the Grand Finals for this year’s LiVE 88.5 Big Money Shot. On Friday, October 18th head on down to Ritual to take in performances by the top 6 bands. This is a big showcase for the Ottawa music scene, as it’s not often that music lovers can catch this many local […]
September 16th, 2013 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, News
The judges have spoken, and here are your top 6 bands for the LiVE 88.5 Big Money Shot 2013: The Cardboard Crowns Finding Chuck High Waters Miss Polygamy Precise Kenny Creole & Black Denim Zoo Legacy Congratulations to all! The Grand Final show is set for October 18th. Stay tuned for more details. It promises […]