Friday night, I arrived at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre all set to watch Vancouver’s own, two-time JUNO award winning artist, Dan Mangan. The venue itself was a testament to how far Mangan has made it in his musical career and undoubtedly he was aware that such a prestigious setting was a milestone in his career. […]
“Nu metal” has been a dirty word nearly from its coinage. Despite the fact that it was a massively lucrative wave moving through the late-1990s alternative music world, bands associated with it such as Korn and Slipknot generally took a defensive stance against being labeled according to the term. Even those less apologetic nu metal […]
Entering the Vancouver Convention Centre on last Wednesday night, my plus one and I noted how many people were leaving carrying multiple bags and boxes. As someone who does a lot of shopping, I can’t remember the last time that I have seen such consistency in a crowds’ evidence of purchasing. Good sign, I thought! […]
The top five books on the BC Bestseller list for the week of November 11th, 2012. This province’s readers are clearly an eclectic bunch, kale-eating truck enthusiasts who enjoy a good love story! 1. Unlikely Love Stories Mike McCardell, Harbour Publishing With a rare gift for bringing out the magic in everyday situations, Mike turns […]
Friday night, I arrived at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre all set to watch Vancouver’s own, two-time JUNO award winning artist, Dan Mangan. The venue itself was a testament to how far Mangan has made it in his musical career and undoubtedly he was aware that such a prestigious setting was a milestone in his career. […] 