Abe Vigoda influenced by goth music?:: August 2009
Andrew Iliadis chats with Juan Velazquez of Abe Vigoda.
Andrew Iliadis chats with Juan Velazquez of Abe Vigoda.
NXNE: the good, the bad, and the ugly:: August 2009
Corey Allen dives into NXNE and gives you the lowdown on the most up and coming bands
Corey Allen dives into NXNE and gives you the lowdown on the most up and coming bands
NXNE: the good, the bad, and the ugly:: August 2009
Corey Allen dives into NXNE and gives you the lowdown on the most up and coming bands
Corey Allen dives into NXNE and gives you the lowdown on the most up and coming bands
The Weakerthans are proud Canadians:: May 2009
When I ask drummer Jason Tait how The Weakerthans feel about being a distinctly Canadian band, he laughs. “Well, it's not like we have a choice in the matter, anyway!”
When I ask drummer Jason Tait how The Weakerthans feel about being a distinctly Canadian band, he laughs. “Well, it's not like we have a choice in the matter, anyway!”
The Born Ruffians: Born to be great:: May 2009
Being in an up and coming Canadian band in Canada is one thing; being in one that’s rising steadily in the U.K. is another. Born Ruffians, the three-piece from Toronto, Ontario has been gaining steady attention from the island’s music lovers and television watchers alike for two years now, and it looks like it won’t be stopping any time in the near future.
Being in an up and coming Canadian band in Canada is one thing; being in one that’s rising steadily in the U.K. is another. Born Ruffians, the three-piece from Toronto, Ontario has been gaining steady attention from the island’s music lovers and television watchers alike for two years now, and it looks like it won’t be stopping any time in the near future.
Cancer Bats are more than meets the eye:: May 2009
Liam Cormier sits down with Mutedmag to discuss future albums and touring
Liam Cormier sits down with Mutedmag to discuss future albums and touring
Star Lights Shine Bright:: March 2009
"Iiiiiiiiiiiice. Iiiiiiiiiiiiiice." A chorus of voices elongate throughout the swelling crowd. There are too many headbands to count; oodles of them say LIGHTS, some even glow.
"Iiiiiiiiiiiice. Iiiiiiiiiiiiiice." A chorus of voices elongate throughout the swelling crowd. There are too many headbands to count; oodles of them say LIGHTS, some even glow.
Tales from the City: A Mobile Evolution:: January 2009
On April 18, 2006, a group of Montreal rockers rejoiced as their debut album, Tomorrow Starts Today, was released under Universal Music Canada. With hits like "Out of My Head" and "Montreal Calling," the seemingly overnight success provided two potential outcomes. Mobile would either join the ranks of other "one album wonders" or become part of a larger legacy of Canadian music.
On April 18, 2006, a group of Montreal rockers rejoiced as their debut album, Tomorrow Starts Today, was released under Universal Music Canada. With hits like "Out of My Head" and "Montreal Calling," the seemingly overnight success provided two potential outcomes. Mobile would either join the ranks of other "one album wonders" or become part of a larger legacy of Canadian music.
Reel Big Fish are Sexy Chicken Fingers:: January 2009
While other ska bands went electronic or pop (we all know what happened to Gwen Stefani), they stuck to their roots. And their latest packed show in Toronto, fresh off the Warped Tour, is living proof that being yourself pays.
While other ska bands went electronic or pop (we all know what happened to Gwen Stefani), they stuck to their roots. And their latest packed show in Toronto, fresh off the Warped Tour, is living proof that being yourself pays.
Warped Tour: an interview with the Academy Is...:: September/October 2008
The Academy Is… has gone a long way since their start in Hoffman Estates Illinois. This 5 piece band consists of William Beckett, Michael Carden, Adam T. Siska, Andy Mrotek and Michael Guy Chislett. They’ve recorded three records already and have toured with Motion City Soundtrack, Something Corporate and +44. They are signed to Decaydance record, owned by Pete Wentz (Fall out Boy’s bassist).
The Academy Is… has gone a long way since their start in Hoffman Estates Illinois. This 5 piece band consists of William Beckett, Michael Carden, Adam T. Siska, Andy Mrotek and Michael Guy Chislett. They’ve recorded three records already and have toured with Motion City Soundtrack, Something Corporate and +44. They are signed to Decaydance record, owned by Pete Wentz (Fall out Boy’s bassist).
Warped Tour: an interview with Gym Class Heroes:: September/October 2008
Decaydance Records produced some of the most noted artists this year including Tyga, Panic at the Disco and Gym Class Heroes. Gym Class Heroes uses an eclectic mix of hip hop and rock to create a new genre that has never been heard of before. The group consists of Travis McCoy, Disashi Lumumba-Kasongo, Eric Roberts and Matt McGinley. Their two singles this year, Cupid’s Chokehold and Clothes Off! has taken over radio airwaves all year.
Decaydance Records produced some of the most noted artists this year including Tyga, Panic at the Disco and Gym Class Heroes. Gym Class Heroes uses an eclectic mix of hip hop and rock to create a new genre that has never been heard of before. The group consists of Travis McCoy, Disashi Lumumba-Kasongo, Eric Roberts and Matt McGinley. Their two singles this year, Cupid’s Chokehold and Clothes Off! has taken over radio airwaves all year.
Warped Tour: an interview with From First to Last:: September/October 2008
From First to Last has bounced back with a vengeance. They lost their lead singer Sonny Moore in 2007 to pursue a solo career and was dropped from Capitol Records later on. The band was close to splitting up when guitarist Matt Good decided to take over as lead vocals and the band spent their remaining money on a recording studio for their third album.
From First to Last has bounced back with a vengeance. They lost their lead singer Sonny Moore in 2007 to pursue a solo career and was dropped from Capitol Records later on. The band was close to splitting up when guitarist Matt Good decided to take over as lead vocals and the band spent their remaining money on a recording studio for their third album.
Warped Tour: an interview with A Cursive Memory:: September/October 2008
This is A Cursive Memory’s first year performing at Warped Tour. The band, who consists of Colin Baylen, Mark Borst-Smith, Shaun Profeta and Dillan Wheeler, formed in 2006 and is signed to Vagrant records. They filmed a music video for their first single, Everything, and put it on the website MySpace as well as YouTube. The video was shot in Los Angeles, where the band followed the paparazzi around getting shots of celebrities with them lipsynching in the background.
This is A Cursive Memory’s first year performing at Warped Tour. The band, who consists of Colin Baylen, Mark Borst-Smith, Shaun Profeta and Dillan Wheeler, formed in 2006 and is signed to Vagrant records. They filmed a music video for their first single, Everything, and put it on the website MySpace as well as YouTube. The video was shot in Los Angeles, where the band followed the paparazzi around getting shots of celebrities with them lipsynching in the background.
Q&A with Paper Route:: September/October 2008
After two month of being the openers for Paramore’s summer tour, ambient-indie band Paper Route finally gets to return home to Nashville, Tennessee. With two EPs released under their own label, and a full length album coming out under Universal Motown, Paper Route has a lot to be happy about. In between selling their merch, drummer Gavin McDonald and singer/sampler J.T. Daly talks to Ronak Ghorbani about their tour experiences and future plans.
After two month of being the openers for Paramore’s summer tour, ambient-indie band Paper Route finally gets to return home to Nashville, Tennessee. With two EPs released under their own label, and a full length album coming out under Universal Motown, Paper Route has a lot to be happy about. In between selling their merch, drummer Gavin McDonald and singer/sampler J.T. Daly talks to Ronak Ghorbani about their tour experiences and future plans.
Nxne Day 3: Bitchin' Hair and Cellos:: July 2008
The rain has finally stopped but that doesn’t mean the sounds of Much Music prepping for their annual Much Music Awards has ceased. I was running late and the crowds gathering around the barrier would not part. It's shocking to see parents lined up for their kids at 9 p.m. for a show that doesn't start until tomorrow night.
The rain has finally stopped but that doesn’t mean the sounds of Much Music prepping for their annual Much Music Awards has ceased. I was running late and the crowds gathering around the barrier would not part. It's shocking to see parents lined up for their kids at 9 p.m. for a show that doesn't start until tomorrow night.
Nxne Day 2: Leaky Roofs and Mosh Pits Galore:: July 2008
Although the hearing in my right ear is almost completely gone due to the show at the Kathedral Thursday night, I decided to venture onwards on my quest to find some good music. So I travelled down to Dundas Square to check out a free concert.
Although the hearing in my right ear is almost completely gone due to the show at the Kathedral Thursday night, I decided to venture onwards on my quest to find some good music. So I travelled down to Dundas Square to check out a free concert.
Nxne Day 1: Scrabble and Fire Alarms:: July 2008
After waiting for a fire alarm drill to finish up and being oh- so- late for meeting up with one of my friends; it’s great to finally kick off North By North East- Mutedmag.com style. This nifty little Toronto music festival is a great way to support the Canadian music scene and discover bands you’ve probably never heard of before.
After waiting for a fire alarm drill to finish up and being oh- so- late for meeting up with one of my friends; it’s great to finally kick off North By North East- Mutedmag.com style. This nifty little Toronto music festival is a great way to support the Canadian music scene and discover bands you’ve probably never heard of before.
People in Planes Go Beyond the Horizon:: July 2008
For Gareth Jones, the lead vocalist of the indie rock band People in Planes, being on tour is one of the main positives of his job.
For Gareth Jones, the lead vocalist of the indie rock band People in Planes, being on tour is one of the main positives of his job.
Death to Los Campesinos!:: June 2008
Death by unicorn, fuzzy kittens, and flowers. That’s probably the best way to describe the video for the first single off Los Campesinos! debut album Hold on Now, Youngster.
Death by unicorn, fuzzy kittens, and flowers. That’s probably the best way to describe the video for the first single off Los Campesinos! debut album Hold on Now, Youngster.
The History of Fall of Troy:: June 2008
Seeing one's doppelganger would freak most people out. But for Frank Black and Andrew Forsman of Fall of Troy it's a great way to get to know someone new…or not.
Seeing one's doppelganger would freak most people out. But for Frank Black and Andrew Forsman of Fall of Troy it's a great way to get to know someone new…or not.
Evergreen Terrace's trek to
Canada:: June 2008
With a 10 year track record of ripping up every stage they’ve stepped foot on, Florida’s Evergreen Terrace brought their melodic-hardcore set to Toronto in mid May.
With a 10 year track record of ripping up every stage they’ve stepped foot on, Florida’s Evergreen Terrace brought their melodic-hardcore set to Toronto in mid May.
Flatliners come home to a packed house
at the Kathedral!:: June 2008
The Flatliners’ grueling tour schedule didn’t seem to show as they flailed around the small Kathedral stage at their highly anticipated Toronto homecoming show.
The Flatliners’ grueling tour schedule didn’t seem to show as they flailed around the small Kathedral stage at their highly anticipated Toronto homecoming show.
The Haunting of the Neverending White Lights:: June 2008
All of his songs were erased; there were power outages, equipment malfunction, and weird noises. All while Daniel Victor was recording an album about spirits.
All of his songs were erased; there were power outages, equipment malfunction, and weird noises. All while Daniel Victor was recording an album about spirits.
MUTEDMAGTV: The Artist Life:: June 2008
Join Ronak Ghorbani as MutedmagTV catches up with the boys of The Artist Life.
Join Ronak Ghorbani as MutedmagTV catches up with the boys of The Artist Life.
All Time Low Show off their Pink Sparkly Wands:: May 2008
Harry Potter is a well treasured literary wizard, but for All Time Low, Hogwarts is a magical place of hilarity and sexual innuendo.
Harry Potter is a well treasured literary wizard, but for All Time Low, Hogwarts is a magical place of hilarity and sexual innuendo.
Chiodos Call Toronto their First Canadian Home :: May 2008
Dressed in a tight, tailored suit, front-man Craig Owens swaggers about the stage draping his arm at his waist with all the bravado of an ageing rock-star. He stands atop a monitor on the front of the stage, up-lit by the red floods; arms outstretched, grinning hellishly at the crowd beneath.
Dressed in a tight, tailored suit, front-man Craig Owens swaggers about the stage draping his arm at his waist with all the bravado of an ageing rock-star. He stands atop a monitor on the front of the stage, up-lit by the red floods; arms outstretched, grinning hellishly at the crowd beneath.
