Tue, 02/21/2017 - 14:31 by karyn
New year, new you! Instead of making resolutions you can’t keep, update your wardrobe. The Striped Tokyo Jacket from Loup will give your look a boost. Inspired by traditional Japanese tailoring and fit, this jacket is 100% cotton and machine washable because the last thing you need is to have to take this garment to the dry cleaner after you accidentally spill coffee on it.
Tue, 02/21/2017 - 14:24 by karyn
Since the early 2000’s Vancouver’s Alex Maher has been hitting the venues of this country in various forms. A saxophone player, singer songwriter, guitarist and percussionist who has played with countless artists and on his own with Nettwerk Records Flannel Jimmy, Maher is finally set to release his own collection of solo work today with an EP entitled Aether. Lead single “No One Else” combines all of Maher’s strengths in a wonderfully compact four minutes.
Fri, 02/17/2017 - 14:08 by karyn
Vancouver's Maiwah comes from quite the pedigree. Former members of celebrated dance rock outfit Facts hooked up with singer songwriter Kristie McCraken and combined all their experience crafting perfect pop songs and have created a wonderfully warm and rewarding R&B tinged electronic album. Right off the bat the band immerses you in their world. There is this thick atmosphere that ties the production together.
Wed, 02/15/2017 - 13:06 by karyn
There seems to be some conflicting reports regarding vests. Do you go down-filled and poufy? Or do you go biker-style? Well, both will keep you warm so right now, go biker. Made with 100% genuine cow leather so you know it’s top-notch, the Jasper Moto Vest from Toronto’s Krane Design will keep you warm. Wear it under your coat. Wear it over your coat. Who cares? It’s your life and nobody should tell you how to wear a vest.
Wed, 02/15/2017 - 13:00 by karyn
Sometimes it’s good to get away. Withdraw somewhere quiet. Unplug from the distractions of modern life and recharge. In 2014, Nothingness founder, Bill Young did just that. He left the bustle of city life in Vancouver and retreated into the misty shores of Pender Island. Once there Young was afforded the opportunity to embrace the solitude and really dig into what it is he wanted to say as a musician. Nothingness’s debut Being is the culmination of this introspection.
Tue, 02/14/2017 - 17:26 by karyn
Vancouver’s Adrian Glynn wants to wish you all a very Happy Valentine’s Day with the premiere of his brand new video for the single, “The Kind That Keeps You Up At Night.” Directed by Erik Horn the video was inspired by a line from the television series Transparent. When lead actor Jeffrey Tambor’s character comes out a trans woman to his daughter she asks, “So this means you'll be dressing up as a woman now?" and he responds, "Honey, all my life, my whole life, I've been dressing up like
Mon, 02/13/2017 - 13:55 by karyn
You know when you’re on the bus and wearing headphones with your face buried in your Kindle and some dude will not stop talking to you? “Whatcha reading?” “Watcha listening to?” You try to be polite and tell him you’re not interested but he won’t let up. If you wear the Baby Block Letter Necklace from Toronto’s Goldeen maybe that obnoxious dude won’t talk to you?
Tue, 02/07/2017 - 14:25 by karyn
Dirty Projectors have a knack at making things seem easy. It’s this sleight of hand that makes the band so intriguing. With the single “Cool Your Heart”, off their upcoming self-titled album due 02/24 (Domino Records), Dave Longstreth and company use this skill to their full advantage. Joined by D∆WN, with some behind-the-scenes help from Solange Knowles, “Cool Your Heart” sneaks up you so subtlety that before you have even realized it you are already neck deep in a hook that just won’t quit. The production featured here is dazzling.
Tue, 02/07/2017 - 14:06 by karyn
Getting the old band together is tough enough at the best of times, but when drug and alcohol-fuelled egos and decades of bitterness led your once steady ship of rock astray, you better hope your guitarist and singer’s finances aren’t nearly as solid as that rock they call Gibraltar. Otherwise that dog don’t hunt. And when you’re finally making sweet music again with your fellow compatriots, how do you ensure the resulting product isn’t a total wash? Ask Van Halen. They figured it out.
Wed, 02/01/2017 - 11:23 by karyn
When David Kollar came to Canada from Slovenia at a young age, did he think he’d be one of the most exciting menswear designers around? Did he know he’d be slaying the menswear game one article of clothing at a time? Did he know Kollar Clothing would be so successful? Who’s to say. Maybe he did. Maybe he didn’t. Maybe you should check out the Dean Pullover. Maybe you’ll love it and want to wear it every day.
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