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Independent, provocative, now! The CJLO Magazine is the resource for features, reviews, and interviews. Established in 2004, and run by dedicated CJLO volunteers, the magazine covers the latest and best in local and international music, art, theatre, film, festivals, and more!

Brutal Pet Sounds: Metal Bands Fronted by Animal Companions

March 8 2021 // Chris Aitkens // Magazine // Features

Since the introduction of harsh vocals in heavy music, metal singers have tried to imitate the sounds of the animal kingdom, from the bark of a dog to the squeal of a pig. And although us humans have come close, nothing strikes fear in our primitive minds quite like the roar of an apex predator. Take for example the title track off of Body Count’s latest album Carnivore, which features the roar of a lion in the chorus, ripped straight from an internet video.

How do you like your Pop?

March 5 2021 // Magazine Team // Magazine // Features

International Women's Week continues as we take a look at some pop icons!

Madonna - Queen of Pop

Taking a Look at Upcoming Film My Salinger Year

March 4 2021 // Remi Caron // Film

My Salinger Year from director Philippe Falardeau was a success at last year’s closing screening for the Festival du nouveau cinéma. The film has continued on a successful run of festival circuits to much critical acclaim. My Salinger Year comes out in theatres, where open, and streaming services this Friday, March 5.

Heartfelt Artistry

March 3 2021 // Magazine Team // Magazine // Features

The Influential Women in Music series continues with two soulful artists.

 

Ella Fitzgerald - Queen of Jazz

Metal My Movie - Her Smell

March 3 2021 // Remi Caron // Film
Metal My Movie: Her Smell (Dir. Alex Ross Perry) 
Content warning // mentions of self-harm
 

Influential Women in Music

March 2 2021 // Magazine Team // Magazine // Features

To kick off International Women’s Day programming, we’re showcasing individual picks for influential women in music throughout the week.

Aretha Franklin - Queen of Soul

Metal March Has Arrived

March 1 2021 // Andrew Wieler // Magazine // Features

Well, well, well… if it isn’t March. You have some nerve showing your ugly mug here.

In all seriousness, I know March hasn’t been the best month over the past year. It marks the anniversary of a pandemic which has changed all our lives and, frankly doesn’t seem to be going anywhere anytime soon. So… happy birthday, Pandemic …I guess?

(Interview) Playwright Lydie Dubuisson on the value of embracing change

February 22 2021 // Magazine // Interviews

We recently spoke with Lydie Dubuisson, playwright and newly appointed artistic associate at Black Theatre Workshop (BTW) to discuss the impact and intention of her play Sanctuary.

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(Interview) Plein(S) Écran(s) film festival General Director Catherine Légaré-Pelletier discusses this year's festival

January 22 2021 // Remi Caron // Film

Remi interviews Catherine Légaré-Pelletier about this year's edition of the Plein(S) Écran(s) film festival and the future of short feature films in the streaming platform age. More information about this year’s festival (taking place from January 13th-24th) can be found here.

Remi and Danny host At The Movies, which can be heard every Tuesday morning from 8:00 - 9:00AM. Tune in for discussions about movies, soundtracks, and iconic film scores. At The Movies also covers film festivals that are located in Montreal.

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Plein(s) Ecran(s), a showcase of Court métrage

January 21 2021 // Remi Caron // Magazine // Features
The festival Plein(s) Ecran(s) takes place from January 13th to January 24th and focuses on 66 short feature films, 6 of which are categorized within the Programme Jeunesse section. Selections from Quebec and France are entered into an awards competition as part of the festival. As well, there will be the return of the Plein(s) Écran(s) podcast, available on most podcast platforms, which provides interviews with some of the directors. Here are some of the short features that I got to see during the run of the festival.   
 

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