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Concert Review: Flying Lotus @ MTELUS, Nov. 9, 2017

November 16 2017 // Simon New // Magazine // Concert Reviews

When Flying Lotus took the stage at MTELUS Thursday night, he brought the crowd into his own world. The LA-native producer, rapper and filmmaker has given birth to a wave of copycats, but his undeniable sound has never been replicated. Those unfamiliar with his music have trouble categorizing Lotus’s sound, and fans find it impossible. He is often labeled as experimental electronic, fusion jazz, psychedelic, and a wave of other genres, but there is no one label that truly pegs him down.

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Bobby Lashley on Main Event Radio

November 16 2017 // Ryan Rider // CJLO

On the latest episode of Main Event Radio (Wednesdays at 2pm on CJLO 1690am), we looked back at a great week of Impact Wrestling tapings in Ottawa, Canada including the very special Main Event Radio night. Bobby Lashley stepped into the main event to issue a challenge to Brock Lesnar! oVe and Sami Callihan dropped by for a wild and crazy interview, which you can watch on YouTube, HERE. And we previewed WWE’s Survivor Series featuring Team Raw vs Team Smackdown and AJ Styles vs Brock Lesnar.

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A CJLO Preview of Mundial Montreal

November 14 2017 // Kelly Belfo // CJLO

From November 14-17, this 4-day conference brings the world to us! Through carefully curated showcases, including Indigenous Sounds, professional panels such as Breaking into the US: Marketing World Music and numerous networking activities, Mundial Montreal is North America’s world music summit.

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The Link Health Magazine Launch Party: Discussing Health

November 13 2017 // Paulina Domínguez // Magazine // Features

Last Friday night, Concordia students and music lovers alike joined CJLO at the Casa del Popolo in St. Laurent as it hosted The Link’s third launch party of the Fall semester. The night was filled with meaningful conversations and electric live performances, creating the perfect atmosphere to celebrate the publication of The Link’s third issue, which tackles a subject that can’t be talked about enough in both the university setting and Canada: health.

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Ruby Ibarra Returns to BFTE

November 8 2017 // Mike Vo // CJLO

This week on Beats From The East, Bay Area MC Ruby Ibarra returns to speak on her debut album Circa91

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Boy Harsher on Nozin' Around

November 8 2017 // Emeline Vidal // CJLO

Hot on the heels of their show at La Sala Rossa, Massachussetts' electronic duo Boy Harsher sat down with Emeline from Nozin' Around to discuss activism, the band's general aesthetic, and how their songwriting evolves with audience input.

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DJ SPOTLIGHT #3 - Remi Caron

November 6 2017 // Remi Caron // Magazine // Features

Ever wondered who exactly was behind your favourite show on CJLO? CJLO 1690 AM presents DJ Spotlight, a brand new series aiming to connect the station's DJs to the public. All the DJs answer the same fixed questions—meaning it's up to them to make their answers worth your while. This week, we introduce you Remi Caron, co-host of At the Movies (With Iconic Sounds).

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The Neighbourhood Guide to M for Montreal

November 3 2017 // Josh Spencer // Magazine // Features

M for Montreal (Nov 15-18th) is back for its 12th edition so allow me, the host of The Neighbourhood (Wednesdays at 5pm), to give you my daily highlights. I've included two picks per night... first, My Top Choice and second, What My Wallet Can Allow. Happy listening!

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Wednesday, Nov 15th

Rest up, because there are only 2 shows. One for industry and the other is sold out!

Thursday, Nov 16th

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Concert Review: Weaves, Look Vibrant, Venus

November 2 2017 // Mie Beers // Magazine // Concert Reviews

Bar le Ritz was lucky enough to receive Weaves just three days after the release of their critically acclaimed sophomore album Wide Open. Support for the evening came from Look Vibrant and Venus, who brought with them their strong Montréal fan-bases.