Meet Cyclist, a DJ / Electronic artists that had recently migrated from Winnipeg to Vancouver. Now picture yourself in a rave that’s happening in an empty subway tunnel in an early 80’s flashback, that should be about the right spot. This man has got a sonic identity that’s all own, blending the pulse of the club with swooping melodramatic atmospheres.
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Opening the show was Blood Diamonds and his reputation, as usual, preceded him. With the kids from Oh No! Yoko backing him up it was a perfect tease for our boys Peter and Robbie.
HUMANS have always been a Winnie favorite and all I can say about their live show is money well spent. Peter and Robbie have an infectious chemistry on stage that gets the audience frantically involved. Although I was excited to hear some of the new material for their next record, I can’t seem to stop enjoying Avec Mes Mecs; still.
Make sure you drop a line with the boys next time you’re out, they’re total sweethearts. Enjoy the single from their last record, “Avec Mes Mecs“, and “Dreams” from our Blood Diamonds.
Posted by John
No More Strangers is hosting a killer line-up consisting of Chains of Love, Lost Lovers Brigade, Ville Kulla sponsored by BeatRoute + CiTR @ The Biltmore Thursday February 16th and you won’t want to miss it. Local Vancouverites Slim Fathers are opening with their debut performance so be sure to get out early — RSVP at the Facebook event page here. RABBLE rabble rabble..
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When I first saw Jonny Dylan Hughes, it was several years ago back in the suburban sprawl of Langley. Hughes became known as the guy who brought his laptop to Screamo band shows and performed opening sets of unabashed indie-pop back before The Postal Service really even set sail. He’s come a long way since those days, and his latest release “We’re Going to Make It” is all the proof we need.
Between the perky, 8-bit melodies, and dreamlike atmospheres there is a clear intention to this record. Hughes’ blurred and fizzled out vocals are concise and point straight to the heart on his sleeve. Lyrics that would often be off-the-charts on the cheese scale, come off completely genuine with JDH’s ethereal and melancholy delivery. “We’re Going to Make It” is an ideal split fit for an ecstatic moment at an electro dance party, or a thoughtful walk alone with headphones.
You can stream the full album on Jonny’s Bandcamp.
You can buy your very own download to cherish forever for $10.
In a brief correspondence I had with Hughes recently, I’m told he is currently on a break from live performance. He’s working on his design company http://hughesdesign.co and spending time with his wife and toddler son. We can expect a release from Hughes’ other project, Branches, in the near future.
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Toronto’s very own Steamwhitsle Brewing Co. and The Biltmore Cabaret are hosting a sexy looking indie music series featuring some outstanding local groups with 100% of proceeds going toward supporting Music BC. Come check out Treelines, The Ruffled Feathers, and Sidney York January 26th @ The Biltmore ($5 at the door). Check out Steam Whistle’s event details here.
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Vancouver’s Glass Kites are a five-piece progressive rock band who just released their debut album earlier this month. In July the band played alongside some of Canada’s finest, including Ron Sexsmith, at the Kluth Music Fest in Nanaimo B.C. Their hypnotic sound and female friendly lyrics will for sure help a bro out this winter season. Check them out on Facebook or Bandcamp.
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