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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!

Review: The Real McKenzies - Two Devils Will Talk

March 11 2017 // Matthew Coyte // Magazine // Music Reviews

“F*** the Real McKenzies!”

Not many groups can simultaneously be as kickass and self-deprecating—all while maintaining such a sense of humour that feels lacking in today’s age of far-too-serious punk—as the Real McKenzies.

One of Canada’s most iconic punk bands returns with their next offering to their already impressive catalog. The Real McKenzies kicked off 2017 with the release of Two Devils Will Talk, an album that continues their trend of Atlantic-infused Celtic punk. From the moment the bagpipes start playing, Two Devils works to reaffirms the ongoing legend status of the group.

Vinyl Review - Mississippi Fred McDowell Vol. 2

March 9 2017 // Alyosha Nowlin // Magazine // Music Reviews

Album: Mississippi Fred McDowell Vol. 2

Artist: Fred McDowell

Year: 1966 (2016 re-issue)

Label: Arhoolie

Tested On: Grado Black – Realistic LAB 400 – Luxman R-1050 – Dynaco A-25

An Interview with Dutch Uncles' Robin Richards

March 8 2017 // Alex // Magazine // Interviews

Nearly a decade has passed since Manchester’s Dutch Uncles made their entrance on the scene with their self-titled debut album. However, the group’s newly released fifth album, Big Balloon, has critics calling it their best album to date. Shortly before the album’s release, Alex from Ashes to Ashes interviewed Robin Richards, bassist and main songwriter for Dutch Uncles, about the new record, “Dad rock,” and what advice he would have given to his 16-year-old self.

Image credit: Sebastian Matthes

CJLO Embraces Darkness Once Again During Metal March

March 6 2017 // Angelica // Magazine // Features

Metal March is back on CJLO, and as in previous years, some of CJLO's mainstay shows have decided to channel the darkness within, with a heavy new musical direction and brand new logos to boot. They join some of CJLO's other shows in letting go of their unique formats and jumping in to the world of extreme music.

An Interview with Peter Peter

March 5 2017 // Alex // Magazine // Interviews

It’s been five years since Peter Peter’s breakthrough album, Une version améliorée de la tristesse, was released, with the native Quebecer decamping to France in the interim. However, the artist has finally released his third album, Noir Éden, which has received glowing reviews since its release—thanks to its deft melange of pop structures and experimental sonics. Peter Peter kindly took the time to discuss the new album, songwriting, and more.

Image credit: Paul Rousteau

Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears @ La Sala Rossa – February 27th, 2017

March 4 2017 // Genaro Peña Cruz & Paul Brown // Magazine // Concert Reviews

This Monday, two CJLO contributors, Genaro Peña Cruz and Paul Brown, had the chance to see Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears as they performed at La Sala Rossa, as part of the Montréal en Lumière festival going on until March 11. Here’s the story of one single show, told by two different music lovers.

 

Genaro Peña Cruz’s story

Are You Ready? - What's New in the Habs World

March 2 2017 // Michel Brunet // Sports

With the NHL trade deadline behind us, we, the fans, along with the Montreal Canadiens, look forward to the last stretch of the regular season and to the NHL playoffs. It has been a decent season for the Habs, although with a tough month of January and even tougher February. Head coach Michel Therrien lost his job because of this late slump.

Vinyl Review - Intents and Purposes by The Bill Dixon Orchestra

March 2 2017 // Alyosha Nowlin // Magazine // Music Reviews

Album: Intents and Purposes: New Sounds for the Music of Tomorrow

Artist: The Bill Dixon Orchestra

Year: 1967 (2016 re-issue)

Label: Superior Viaduct

An Interview with Laurence Nerbonne

March 1 2017 // Alex // Magazine // Interviews

It’s been two years since Laurence Nerbonne took the plunge for a solo career after her former group Hôtel Morphée dissolved at the beginning of 2015. It turned out to be one of the best decisions she’s made, as her debut album, XO, was released last year to popular and critical acclaim. Nerbonne has no plans of slowing down yet, and is already working on new material. She kindly took the time to chat with CJLO about her creative process, Quebec pop music, and more.

Image credit: Kelly Jacob

It’s been nearly a year since your album XO came out. How has this past year been for you?

Strange Froots - Blossom This Froot for Thought EP Review

February 26 2017 // Rachelle Barrett // Magazine // Music Reviews

Montreal R&B outfit Strange Froots, composed of members Naïka Champaïgne (a.k.a. DragonFroot), Mags Mbow (a.k.a PassionFroot), and Sage Stewart-La Bonte (a.k.a StarFroot) have been making serious waves on the local music scene and beyond with their unique collaborative sound.

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