March 23rd on The Limelight

March 23 2013 // CJLO

Tune in to The Limelight on Saturday, March 23rd at 6-8 PM EST for an interview with Sarah MK and Jahsun Drms from the Kalmunity Vibe Collective. Kalmunity is celebrating their 10-year anniversary on March 30th, and we'll be talking to them about their success in the Montreal scene over the last ten years.

New Swears - Funny Isn't Real

March 18 2013 // Magazine // Music Reviews

 
Inquisitive stoned hipster asks : "So, what kind of music does your band play?" 

Also stoned hipster musician replies : "Uh.. I don't know... rock I guess.."

The world of rock and roll is about as dirty as my pile of socks that pay homage to my unbearable laziness. There are so many different sub genres and styles to take into consideration when you're describing the sound of your favourite rock band. New Swears falls into a category that isn't serious by any means, but they are tight as fuck.

Exclusive Metal Listening Party with CJLO and Roadrunner

March 18 2013 // CJLO

 

Roadrunner Records Canada and CJLO 1690AM are pleased to present an exclusive metal listening party at Katacombes in Montreal for two of 2013’s biggest releases!

On March 27th, come out and listen to Norwegian ”black & roll” innovators Kvelertak’s sophomore album, “Meir”, and Killswitch Engage’s new album “Disarm the Descent”, featuring the highly anticipated return of former lead singer Jesse Leach.

Wednesday, March 13th on Champions of the Local Scene: Jenny 5000

March 12 2013 // CJLO

Tune in to CJLO 1690 AM on Wednesday, March 13th at 6-7 pm ET for a very special episode of Champions of the Local Scene featuring our guest host and "Jenny 5000" creator Sinbad Richardson! We'll be talking about the launch of his new animated short, and spinning original music composed by Montreal artists specifically for the film. There are even more surprises coming up on the show, so you certainly want to catch Champs this week!

SXSW 2013 << Tour Diary << Kestrels

March 11 2013 // Magazine // Features

Montreal-Toronto-Halifax trio Kestrels kicked off their second US tour last week, and are now heading down to Austin, Texas for SXSW. In this CJLO exclusive tour diary, guitarist/vocalist Chad Peck gives CJLO Magazine readers a sneaky peek into the daily grind as the band tours from one city to another, and the people, places, and things they encounter along the way. Check back often for new updates and photos!

Thighs Live @ CJLO

March 8 2013 // Sessions

Toronto's Thighs entered our studios on Saturday afternoon armed with a giant wall of cabs and amps that they ran their whole set up through. This made my job of recording it quite simple, when they were so in control of their sound. After setting up a few mics they proceeded to immediately rip into 3 songs off their new self-titled album. Showing as much control and power in their playing as they do with their massive sound set-up.

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Presenting: The Official CJLO Burger

March 8 2013 // CJLO

 

It's baaaaaaack!

We're bringing back the official CJLO burger from Le Gourmet Burger in honour of our 5/15 anniversary!

For around $8.00, let melty cheddar, spicy jalapeno, crisp, fresh lettuce and golden caramelized onion make beautiful music in your mouth on your choice of beef, chicken or veggie burger, and every CJLO burger sold helps support CJLO radio.

Grouper - The Man Who Died In His Boat

February 26 2013 // Magazine // Music Reviews

 

Some albums must be heard on a good system in order to capture minor nuances in sound. The Man Who Died In His Boat, the latest release from Liz Harris better known as Grouper, demands a proper listen. Harris' ethereal voice, combined with simple guitar strums and multi-layered drones envelops the listener like a dense fog.

Nicole J. Georges Interview February 25th on With Gay Abandon

February 24 2013 // CJLO

Tune in to With Gay Abandon on Monday, February 25th at 1-2 pm to hear a live interview with Portland illustrator Nicole J. Georges, while en route to her reading in Montreal on Tuesday, February 26th, at the Concordia Co-op Bookstore.

Unknown Mortal Orchestra - II

February 22 2013 // Magazine // Music Reviews

 

I had never really heard Unknown Mortal Orchestra before listening to this album. I joked with some people at the station that it sounded like it should be a name for a metal band but it is far from it - I found this album to be quite boring really. 

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