 By: Sheena Lyonnais
March 10, 2010
Black Napalese may not have their Myspace page together just yet, but their penchant for tight pants, long hair and a strong disposition to GNR and Aerosmith records (probably on vinyl) make them a strong contender in my top picks this week. The self-described “rock’n’roll machine” have been living in a one bedroom apartment for the past year, so it’s no wonder their music has so much pent-up fervor. Guitarist Scotty B. Goode (a man often mistaken for a lost member of the fictitious Stillwater) tells us more.
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By: Sheena Lyonnais
March 10, 2010
Toronto’s Make Your Exit weaves a great deal of maturity and elegance into their music, explaining why their soothingly ambient lines are love at first listen. The experimental indie band will make you move and maybe cry all in one album. Perhaps one of the better responses we’ve received thus far, the man behind their tantalizing vocals Jeff Buckley delivers a comical yet insightful look into what they plan to bring to CMW.
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By: TJ Liebgott
March 10, 2010
Somewhere between the fringes of rock, hip-hop and ambient music is where the Hippy Mafia resides. Geographically, the Hippy Mafia contains members from Manchester, Berlin, Toronto, New York and Port of Spain, who will unite to make their live debut tonight. Mic Dainjah tells us more.
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By: TJ Liebgott
March 10, 2010
If you plan on seeing the Junction at this years CMW, be sure and get there early. I guarantee this show will be sold out well before their 1am show. To tell us more about this jazz influenced, indie pop band is the Junctions bassist Matt Jameson.
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By: Sheena Lyonnais
March 10, 2010
One thing I admire about Clothes Make the Man is their ability to continually perform solid rock music. Inspired by the 90s from grunge to garage, CMTM add an indie flare to their now double-decade old influences. They’re currently working on releasing their sophomore album Distance and have CMW listed as their only upcoming show. Drummer Ross Machon tells us more.
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By: TJ Liebgott
March 10, 2010
The first time I saw Marshall Dane I was absolutely blown away. Even though I am not a fan of country, the raw talent, musicianship and energy of both Marshall and his backing band made me an instant fan. Marshall Dane tells us more on what to expect from him at CMW.
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By: Sheena Lyonnais
March 10, 2010
Toronto’s the State of Things have an impressive resume of rock’n’roll accomplishments. Members have played in Vegasphere, Robin Black and & the Intergalactic Rock Stars and two of them just wrapped shooting their parts in Hard Core Logo 2 for their roles in another Toronto favourite, Die Mannequin. But do they have the attitude and shredding skills to back the hype? Bassist Dave Vasey weighs in on what we can expect at CMW.
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By: Sheena Lyonnais
March 08, 2010
Toronto’s indie pop rock sweethearts the Balconies are in the midst of a coast-to-coast cross Canada tour that conveniently swings through the city on Saturday. It’s been quite the year for the lovers and brother trio, from releasing their critically acclaimed self-titled debut to performing alongside bands such as Mother Mother. Drummer Liam Jaeger tells us more (kind of).
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By: Sheena Lyonnais
March 10, 2009
A little bit Dragonette, a little bit Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Toronto’s Afterparty are definitely ready to heat things up at CMW this week. The dance rock outfit boasts gritty attitudes with impressive support, as their upcoming debut album features tracks mixed by Tony Hoffer (Beck, Silversun Pickups) and Mark Needham (The Killers, Blondie). Vocalist Kristina B tells us more.
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By: Sheena Lyonnais
March 09, 2009
Based on the interview below, it would seem as though Leif Vollebekk is a man of few words. It is but a forgivable trait considering the Montreal artist’s ability to effortlessly captivate his audience with his smooth, radiant folk music. His obvious appreciation of the art and character of music sets him apart, but I’ll let him convince you further.
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By: Mike Greene
March 08, 2010
The cats came back, with a vengeance! After about three years since their last stop in Toronto, Kittie descended upon the Opera House to the delight of the city’s head bangers. Touring in support of their fifth studio album In the Black, Kittie brought New Jersey’s God Forbid along for the ride.
God Forbid commanded a strong stage presence, most notable with lead
guitarist Doc Coyle’s riffs and vocalist Byron Davis’ crowd
interaction. Davis even took a moment to congratulate us on our gold
medal in hockey stating, “It’s about time someone kicked our asses at
something!” Forbid played a lengthy set with a mix of new and old
material. Towards the end, Davis dedicated “To the Fallen Hero” to late
Pantera guitarist “Dimebag” Darrell Abott. A single which was a limited
release for the band.
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 By: TJ Liebgott
March 08, 2010
Taking a break from recording their first full-length album to play CMW, Ketch Harbour Wolves create a unique blend of whimsical east coast folk music meets Toronto indie rock. Guitarist Liam Brown tells us more about his band.
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 By: Sheena Lyonnais
March 08, 2010
Like many of us, singer/songwriter Brett Caswell grew up in the cascades of suburban paradise. He turned the experience into an acoustic alt-country adventure through despair and departure, a musical memoir of self-discovery-meets-highway-400. Caswell tells us why we should hit Sneaks this week for more than just badass nachos.
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 By: TJ Liebgott
March 08, 2010
Coming off the release of their self-titled debut album, A Primitive Evolution plans on unleashing their version of sex-meets-horror-rock onto CMW. Taking a break from playing Mass Effect 2, vocalist/guitarist Brett Caruthers and bassist Steph Seki tell us more.
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 By: Sheena Lyonnais
March 08, 2010
The Darcys are known almost equally for their guitar-driven songs as they are the satirical poetry that laces them. They’re a band that isn’t afraid to combine intricate melodies with feral energies. The Toronto Star so epically described them as “Thom-Yorke-Does-Crazy-Horse,” which seems not so farfetched when compared to drummer Wes Marskell’s answers to the CMW Questionnaire. See for yourself here.
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 By: Sheena Lyonnais
March 08, 2010
Toronto’s Styrofoam Ones combine furious drums with catchy synth-ridden hooks destined for those scenes in the Hills when their parties look way more expensive yet way more lame than your own yet for some reason they have a killer wicked soundtrack. Vocalist/bassist Josh McGuirk and keyboardist/vocalist Alexander The weigh in on their deliciously big beats and what we can expect from their CMW performance.
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 By: TJ Liebgott
March 08, 2010
If you've ever thought to yourself, "I wonder what it would sound like if T-Payne started a pop-punk boy band?" Look no further. Stereos plays a set at CMW before heading off on a cross canada tour with Hedley and Boys Like Girls. Guitarist Robby Chalifoux tells us more.
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 By: TJ Liebgott
March 08, 2010
Toronto solo musician jsin brings his live band to CMW with a show at Revival. Combining heavy guitar riffs, electronica and even some world music influences, jsin tells us more of what to expect at this year’s showcase.
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B  y: Sheena Lyonnais
March 08, 2010
CMW 2008 is where Frankie Whyte and I fell in love. There was a chemistry amongst their rock’n’roll attitudes, their unapologetic love of Motley Crue covers and the aggressively raw-yet-sweet shredding and singing that is Whyte herself that hooked me from the get go. This is a band that is unforgiving onstage, so much so they spent last summer opening for KISS. Whyte tells us why their magnetism hit KISS radar and why it will capture us.
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 By: Sheena Lyonnais
March 08, 2010
Digits debut Hold It Close was released in October of 2009, but it unfortunately didn’t make it on to my radar until earlier this year. It has since served as a soundtrack to some gorgeously hazy evenings and it’s no secret his infectious electro indie pop may soon bleed into yours.
The man known as Alt Altman also plays trumpet and guitar for the Ghost
is Dancing and sings and plays bass and synths for Europe In Colour, so
it’s no surprise his solo project is a danceable, moveable concoction
with a not-so-subtle influence of the Cure. Altman tells us why we
should start this Thursday off by catching his set at the Drake.
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