Stories for local explorers
Surprisingly minimalist yet ultimately affective, Seoul are a dream-pop band on the rise. Recently signed to Last Gang Records, the enigmatic Montreal-based trio are set to release their debut LP, I Become A Shade on June 9th. We had the chance to chat with Julian, Dexter, and Nigel—responding together as a unit—before the release. “Everything we…
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Yardlets have a partnership that would make most other musicians jealous. A power-duo of sorts and friends since forever ago, Sam Goldberg Jr. (of Broken Social Scene) and Jeff Edwards both live by the same set of principles: create what you want when you want to, and have fun doing it. While this may be…
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A true visionary with extraordinary skill, Montreal-based artist Chris Dyer is recognized around the world for his painted skateboards, intricate canvases, and street murals. You might also know him for the striking mural he produced during Montreal’s first Mural Festival in June 2013, or for being one of the first artists who contributed to shaping…
Read MoreAside from moving into a new apartment and buying some clothes from his neighbourhood Renaissance, few things have changed in Airick Woodhead’s world since being signed to Sub Pop. “I feel a bit more sustainable now,” he tells me on the way to his studio at the Torn Curtain, “there’s definitely been a mentality shift.…
Read MoreBenjamin Booker is not having the best day. He’s standing on stage at the Sala Rossa for a sound check that was supposed to be done an hour ago; a sound check which, in all due respect, isn’t going well. His manager who seems like a rather level-headed guy—who greeted us at the door…
Read MoreIf you’ve ever looked for an interior designer in Montreal, chances are you’ve come across the name Amlyne Phillips. Though interior designers play a huge part in shaping the settings of our daily lives, we rarely get to meet the individuals who decorate the places we inhabit. Amlyne Phillips is one such individual — as…
Read Morehe city of Montreal has had a massive impact on stand-up comedian Samir Khullar, better known as Sugar Sammy. What might surprise you, though, is what exactly Sammy is referring to when he speaks of his beloved Montreal. He’s not talking about English Montreal and he’s not talking about French Montreal — Sugar Sammy has…
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