There are ways to socialize even during and after a pandemic. Here are some ways to share love with loved ones if you’re not able or not yet comfortable doing so in person. Continue reading National Share The Love Day; Ways To Combat Social Isolation

Otis Stacks is a unique musical collaboration between Danish producer JustMike and American singer/emcee Elias Wallace, blending vintage synth soul and hip-hop beats. The band’s name pays tribute to legendary soul singer Otis Redding and the iconic Stax record label. Their sound features vintage synthesizers and Rhodes keyboards, with lyrics exploring themes of loss and human connections. Otis Stacks produces engaging music ideal for relaxation or studying, available on platf

There is so much stress in day-to-day life for so many different people, depending on your lifestyle but meditation is a great way for everyone to unwind and clear their mind. Continue reading Combining Meditation and Music

Hold music for your business is vital. Hold music, also known as MOH, Music-On-Hold, or Phone Hold Music, is essential for any business. Continue reading Guide To Hold Music for Your Business

This Corona pandemic has also made music at the media forefront. This includes getting music online both from streaming and illegal services and encouraging a conversation on music piracy. Continue reading Music piracy amid a pandemic; Interview with Cody Blakely

Phillip Rodda from Medical Pilot shares insights into the music industry during the Covid-19 pandemic. Medical Pilot, an Alberta-based alternative rock band, emphasizes engaging melodies and stellar riffs. With a discography including multiple EPs and albums, the band is working on a new debut album. Rodda discusses the importance of music, the shifts to livestream performances, and ways artists maintain income through merchandise during lockdowns. He acknowledges that while

It’s good to laugh even in the face of fear. Especially when that fear is absolutely hilarious. Switching Styles is bring you the hilarious from the horror of Halloween with these Halloween parody songs that will leave you in stitches. Continue reading Putting the Ha in Halloween; Horror Parodies

Collecting local gig posters may seem like a weird collection but it collects valuable information that simple statistics can’t. Through the visual collection, you can tell the style, the culture, the interaction, the subtle of the music industry at the time. Even within the same year, gig posters have such a range in design. It’s a way to visually see the diversity in the music world. Continue reading EPL Poster Collection

The Edmonton Public Library and the University of Alberta preserve local music through dedicated collections, promoting Edmonton’s vibrant music scene. The Edmonton Music Collection, initiated in 2011, focuses on academic aspects, while Capital City Records, launched in 2015, emphasizes community engagement. Together, they showcase and celebrate local talent, featuring 269 albums and 2,277 tracks, with an annual addition of 100 new albums. These collections aim to raise aware

Plus-size fashion has evolved significantly, with brands like Torrid offering stylish options. However, challenges remain for diverse representation and inclusivity in the industry. Continue reading Body Positivity in Plus Size Fashion: A Movement Towards Inclusivity

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, under conductor Michael Stern, presents an emotional journey through music, featuring Anna Clyne’s evocative “This Midnight Hour” alongside works by Tchaikovsky and Dvořák. Continue reading A Memorable Evening with Edmonton Symphony Orchestra

Something that not many people know is that silent films weren’t completely silent. They were often accompanied by musical scores. These scores are what Dennis James aims to preserve. This is an interview with Dennis James and Dylanna Fisher of Switching Styles. Continue reading Dennis James Q&A

Dennis James is a passionate organist dedicated to preserving silent film music. He believes live accompaniment enhances the audience’s emotional experience, making historical preservation vital. Continue reading Preserving Silent Film Music: An Interview with Dennis James

From those leaning forward in the seats enthralled by the vocals of some of PMJ’s finest, to the couples swing dancing in the aisles to the versatile instruments. This performance had a captured audience. Watching the Post Modern Jukebox ensemble perform felt like you were the only person in the auditorium. Continue reading PostModern Jukebox at Edmonton’s Winspear

For many people, music is a way to cope through rough times. There’s music for when you’re heartbroken, for when you’re mourning, for when you’re angry. For Veronica Pineapple, that’s the main aspect of music for her. If she went through anything hard music is there for her. She wants to be there for people in the same way. Continue reading Veronica Pineapples; Profile of Local Edmonton Musician

If you’re looking for a music venue, you may find Naked Cyber Cafe and Espresso Bar. This hidden gem is a place for Edmonton musicians to jam, perform and get their names out there. Local musicians have amazing talent and local live music venues are where they perform. Naked Cyber Cafe And Espresso Bar is one example. Continue reading Local Music Venues: Naked Cyber Cafe & Espresso Bar

Just because you’re a metalhead doesn’t mean that you can’t like Christmas music. Here’s a list of metal Christmas Covers to bring a moshpit to the holidays. Continue reading Metal Christmas Songs

Remember when we discussed Disney Medleys? This is the same style but a whole new genre. Instead of princesses and princes, there’s murder and mayhem and monsters. Instead of birds singing about dreams and hopes and other birds, these medleys are made to make your skin crawl. Horror movie theme songs can be as popular as their movies. Many of these medleys deal with classics containing … Continue reading Haunting Horror Medleys for spooky events and seasons

Misplaced Intentions, is an Edmonton based heavy-rock band that is aiming for the stars. They have a few cover songs but are aiming for more original songs in the future. The band is made up of Matthew Lindholm (vocals and guitar), Tyler Baker (lead guitar), Landon Berezanski (bass), and Keilan Thompson (drums). The band has a way of defying expectations, says Berezanski, “Whatever the populace’s intentions were for us, we’ve kind of got our own. And it’s kind of misplaced fr