The Hip: Quintessentially Canadian

As the name so subtlely suggests I was lucky enough to see the Tragically Hip perform on Thursday.

But not only was it the Hip that I was lucky enough to see, but they brought along with them Hey Rosetta! and Broken Social Scene, two extra amazing Canadian talents.

Hey Rosetta took to the stage pretty early for a weekday evening at 5.40pm, so unfortuantely there weren't very many there to see how great their east-coast folk-rock is, espcailly live. The band is nominated for the Polaris Music Prize (for the 2nd time) this year, as I mentioned in a previous post, and when the 6-piece took to the stage it was clear to say why. They put their whole hearts into the performance, despite the slowly increasing audience that was there. Including a violinist and cellist to their talented band, the band brings something unique to a sound that's been recreated many times. They've changed their

Concerts and Shows on the Horizon

This post is going to heighten the view you already have of me as a concert fiend, but I just think all you gents and ladies should be aware of the great summer ahead. Instead of rambling I'll just list off the next few months worth of exciting shows:

- Tuesday July 12 - NKOTBSB: You know what this is. New Kids on the Block + Backstreet Boys. Yes I'm going. Yes it's nostalgic and a 90's throwback. And yes, I may just swoon when I see Nick, Brian, Howie and A.J sync their dance moves.

- Wednesday July 13 - Scenic Route to Alaska: Not a surprise that these fellas are playing another local show, but a definite happy surprise that they posted this new show. It's at