August 24 ~ 1979 – “I Wanna Be Your Lover” by Prince was released. It was his first U.S. hit. August 25 ~ 1949 – Gene Simmons of Kiss was born ~ 1954 – Elvis Costello was born August 26 … Continue reading
The Polaris Music Prize is a not-for-profit organization that annually honours and rewards artists who produce Canadian music albums of distinction. A select panel of music critics judge and award the Prize without regard to musical genre or commercial popularity. … Continue reading
To register for the events below, please call 519-336-8127 ext. 3226 Current Exhibitions… Influencing Identity: Tourism and the Group of Seven May 4 – August 19, 2018 Family Sunday: Digital Painting Sunday, August 19 | 1:00-3:00PM FREE | Suggested donation … Continue reading
Do you, or someone you know, love to sing? Is Christmas your favourite time of year? Would you love to magically travel back to the Victorian Era? If so, we would love to have you join us. Come audition for … Continue reading
August 17 ~ 1970 – TV show Soul Train debuts ~ 1958 – Belinda Carlisle of The Go-Go’s fame, is born August 18 ~ 1962 – Ringo Starr made his first appearance as a Beatle. ~ 1974 – Patrick Moraz … Continue reading
THE WHO formed in 1964. Their classic line-up consisted of lead singer Roger Daltrey, guitarist and singer Pete Townshend, bass guitarist John Entwistle, and drummer Keith Moon. They are considered one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th … Continue reading
TWO DAY DIRECTORS WORKSHOP! Only 18 Spots availble $65 per person (cost covers both days) August 18th 1:30pm-5:30pm August 19th 12:00pm-4:00pm Workshop lead by Ron Cameron-Lewis CLICK HERE to sign up Ron will be covering each stage of direction, beginning … Continue reading
August 10 ~ 1972 – Paul and Linda McCartney were arrested for drug possession after a concert in Gothenburg Sweden. Paul was fined $1,000 and Linda $200. ~ 1985 – Madonna’s ‘Like A Virgin’ becomes the first solo album by … Continue reading
Review by Brian Hay The great thing about Emm Gryner’s songs is the strength at their core. Her studio albums are richly arranged but the songs themselves not only hold up well under unadorned presentation, they thrive on it. Part … Continue reading
August 3 ~ 1968 – The Doors top the charts with “Hello I Love You” ~ 1963 – James Hetfield of Metallic fame is born August 4 ~ 1967 – Pink Floyd releases their debut album – The Piper At … Continue reading
