June 7th, 2016 | by Scott Martin | published in Show Announcements
Head to Mavericks on Saturday June 11th 2016, to check out Metronome Jones, along with Amberwood (Waterloo) and The Haig! Spotlight Ottawa spoke with Metronome Jones ahead of the release of their latest self-titled EP last August. I love the band for the diversity they bring to their music. They can crank the energy up […]
December 17th, 2014 | by Kristopher Bras | published in Concerts
Photos: Scott Martin By his own admission Simon Ward is a high and low guy, but The Strumbellas’ frontman was soaring at Mavericks on Friday. It was the third time this year that the beloved Canadian indie outfit rolled through the capital, and their following seems to grow with every event—with good cause. The band’s […]
November 23rd, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, Show Announcements
The Strumbellas will return to Ottawa for a third time this year as they continue to tour for their Juno winning album We Still Move on Dance Floors. Catch them at Mavericks on December 12th 2014, along with Sam Cash & The Romantic Dogs Tickets are only $13. Check out our interview with The Strumbellas […]
November 3rd, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in Show Announcements
This Wednesday November 5th, catch Twin Forks, Northcote and Highs at Mavericks. Twin Forks “I use my gut, and my gut don’t lie to me” is more than just a lyric in Twin Forks’ exuberant “Something We Just Know,” it is a kind of mission statement for the quartet. If you’ve ever been to a […]
October 15th, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, News, Show Announcements
Join The Cardboard Crowns as they hit the stage at Mavericks to celebrate the release of their debut full length Global Citizen. The former LiVE 88.5 Big Money Shot winners are known for their high energy and entertaining shows. The guys will be sharing the stage with special guests Finding Chuck, OL’CD and Les Conards […]
July 28th, 2014 | by Terry Steeves | published in Concerts
More highlights from this year’s Ottawa Bluesfest in photos.
May 23rd, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, News
Congratulations to the following bands, who will be moving on to the next Ottawa Showcase: Trait D’Union Fools Like You Sons of Pluto Desolate Image NeoNera Death Row Preachers Made Noon Sophia Radisch Danny Sylvestre Forever Again Sammae We will share details about the upcoming showcase as soon as they become available. Good luck to […]
May 14th, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in Features, Show Announcements
This weekend a whole bunch of local bands will pile into Mavericks for the LME Showcase. Tickets are only $13 each night to catch a diverse group of local acts. Go cheer on your favourites and stick around to check out some of the great music makers right here in Ottawa. There are some pretty […]
May 7th, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in Show Announcements
On Saturday May 10th, 2014, you can catch Head of the Herd, The Balconies and The Damn Truth at Mavericks. Head of the Herd is modern blues with a hell of an edge. The band (Neuman Mannas and Clay Frank), follow in the tradition of their bluesy forefathers with whiskey infused vocals, a southern edge, […]
March 30th, 2014 | by Scott Martin | published in Show Announcements
Mounties will be rolling into Mavericks on Wednesday April 2nd, 2014, for their first ever Ottawa show. They’ll be joined on the bill by The Zolas and James Younger. In case you’re unfamiliar with Mounties, the group consists of Hawksley Workman, Steve Bays (Hot Hot Heat, Fur Trade) and Ryan Dahle (Limblifter, Age of Electric). […]