Music Archive

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Rocking My Socks in 2013

If you find yourself with a couple hours to burn and are open to discovering some great music you may not have heard, have a listen to my Best of 2013 playlist.

Rocking My Socks in 2012

2012 was a tough year for me, for many reasons. But one thing that continued to put a smile on my face and fuel my fire, was music.

What I Was Listening to 15 Years Ago: 2010 Edition

Even now, 15 years later, I still listen to many of the albums I saved my paper route money to buy when I was just a wee lad.

Best Shit Ever: The Aggrolites

It's been a long time since I've raved about a band I'm into... well, online at least. From the first verse I heard, The Aggrolites hit home with me and I just fucking love that band! They bring traditional 1960s reggae with a blend of funk and soul like no other.

When I’ve Got the Music, I’ve Got a Place to Go

Once upon a time, I was a musician. Wait, that's not how this story should begin. One thing I'm sure 99.9% of you don't know about me is that I used to play drums. Not only did I play drums... Music, whether I was playing it or listening to it, was a huge part of my life. It surrounded everything I did. As things change and people grow up and apart, I sort of did the same with music. While I still spend 8-10 hours of my day listening, I haven't picked up my sticks or a guitar in nearly 2 years. Ridiculous, I know. Tonight I spent 3 hours getting my hands back in shape and I must admit, it feels fucking great!

Boysetsfire Are Fucking Back!

It’s been over 2 years since the first time I tore my face off listening to Tomorrow Come Today. Since then, Boysetsfire have been pretty quiet. I remember them playing one show in Toronto in the summer of 2003, but I think that was the only time they were up here in the past few […]

Matt Freeman Diagnosed With Cancer

Various sources are reporting that Matt Freeman of Rancid and Operation Ivy fame, has been diagnosed with lung cancer. Truly sad news as Matt’s one of the greatest bassists of our time. Period. Hopefully, it was caught early enough that he can be treated and overcome this. The Transplants (featuring Tim Armstrong of Rancid) were […]

Classic Nintendo Theme Songs – A Cappella

I’m pretty sure… this is the coolest thing I’ve ever seen!

R.I.P. Derrick Plourde

March 30th was a sad day for the Fat Wreck Chords family as we learned about the passing of Derrick Plourde. Derrick played drums on the very first Fat release, Duh, and we consider him one of the founders of the label as well as a great friend. His profound talents can be heard on […]

Toot-Toot-Toots!

I never thought I’d get the chance to see a living legend live. I mean, the bands/artists most of us listen to that shaped genres are long gone. Last Tuesday I saw Toots And The Maytals at Lee’s Palace. Reggae music hits this nerve that no other has. I can’t quite put my finger on […]

Jocks like Bedouin Soundclash?

Who knew? I went and checked out Bedouin Soundclash last Saturday when they played at Lee’s Palace in Toronto. I was surprised to find that an alarming amount of college jocks would be in attendance. Not that I have anything against jocks… ok, maybe a little left-over hate from high school. I just didn’t expect […]

The Suicide Machines

Last Fall I saw The Suicide Machines in Toronto for the 9th time. They played a killer mix of old and new in what can be best described as a ‘best of’ collection. A few times between songs, Jay (singer) mentioned how grateful they were that so many people had come out as it’ll be […]