March 22nd, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in News, Show Announcements
On Friday, March 28th, head down to Zaphod’s as Wildlife returns for another performance. Their latest single Lightening Tent has been racing up Canadian rock radio charts. The video (which is available below), was shot in Hawaii, where the band was able to perform on the side of a volcano. Wildlife will be joined by […]
May 8th, 2013 | by Scott Martin | published in Concerts
This past weekend, Fire and Neon celebrated the release of their new EP – Intentions. And what a night it was! Great sound, great crowd and fantastic performances! First up was Zoo Legacy. I hadn’t had the chance to see them since they first started out, so it’s been a good year. I must say, […]
April 27th, 2013 | by Scott Martin | published in Concerts, Features, New Music, News
After some hard work in the studio with producer Jon Drew, Fire and Neon is excited to finally unleash their latest effort – Intentions. The guys will be hitting the stage at Ritual Friday, May 3rd to deliver what is sure to be an entertaining set featuring music off the new disc. Joining in on […]
March 22nd, 2013 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, New Music, News
Fire and Neon has just released the first single Good Intentions from their upcoming album. The track, and the entire album for that matter, have been recorded with Jon Drew (Tokyo Police Club, Arkells, The Balconies). This first single sounds great and I really look forward to hearing the rest of the album, which is […]
September 6th, 2012 | by Scott Martin | published in Concerts, News
This Friday (Sept 7th), Zoo Legacy is set to drop their latest EP City Light Glow with a concert at Ritual Nightclub. The EP is currently available as a free download. The evening will also include performances by another rising Ottawa act Fire and Neon as well as Big Dreams Team, from Montreal. Tickets are […]
May 31st, 2012 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, New Music, News
Loon Choir will celebrate the release of their latest album Fire Poems this weekend. After a preview from their website, they are excited to hit the stage. Join them Saturday, June 2 at The Rainbow, along with Fire and Neon and David Little G. In addition, artist Andrew Dobson will be painting a piece to […]
November 25th, 2011 | by Scott Martin | published in Concerts
Unfortunately, 3 bands had to walk away empty handed from the Grand Finals. Those bands were Fire and Neon, Liam Lloyd, and Silvergun & Spleen. Fire and Neon put on a great set. The drum bit with all 3 members about halfway through was a unique and memorable moment from the evening. I really enjoyed […]
September 14th, 2011 | by Scott Martin | published in Quick Hits
UPDATE!!! Due to the closing of Capital Music Hall, the Finals will now be Friday, November 18th at Saint Brigid’s Centre for the Arts. November 4th is your date with the top 6 bands in this year’s edition of LiVE 88.5‘s Big Money Shot contest. At the end of the night, the top 3 will […]
September 14th, 2011 | by Scott Martin | published in Concerts, Features
Night 2 of LiVE 88.5‘s Big Money Shot concerts did not disappoint. Taking the stage for the evening were The Watters Brothers, Alexy & The Other Side, Fire and Neon, The Love Machine and Hearts & Mines. Apologies to The Watters Brothers for the lack of photos. I had a wake to attend and wasn’t […]
September 12th, 2011 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, News
A year of performances, workshops and fan voting has helped shape your final 6 for the 2011 edition of LiVE 88.5‘s Big Money Shot competition. All of the bands moving on to the top 6 will receive an additional $10,000 in talent development and support and one-on-one performance training. They will also be taking part […]