by: Amy Heimpel For twenty years, “cool cat” Jason Raso has done what he loves and does best: jazz and funk music. Taking on roles from producer to composer, Raso has released six solo albums including, The Red Arrow, his first on Summit Records. Like any good musician, the Guelph native does not limit himself …
by: Amy Heimpel Strummerfest made its debut last December, marking the tenth anniversary of the death of Clash front man Joe Strummer. The event, now nominated for a Waterloo Region Arts Award, brought twenty-two acts to seven locations across Kitchener, including Café Pyrus, Silver Spoon, and an outdoor performance. Due to its impressive turnout, the …
by: Adam Werstine “Na na na naaa, na na na… Thunder!” this is my ten-year-old self, rocking out, air guitar and all, to my sisters AC/DC tapes (which I’m not supposed to be doing in the first place). Fast forward twenty-two years and my musical tastes have run significantly heavier, but I still hold a …
Who is this pretty girl we keep featuring in our magazine? She’s none other than Chrissy Letson – our Chrissy on the Scene. Chrissy’s incredible story of survival, love, loss and perseverance is why we’ve chosen her to represent us in our core market areas! Chrissy is a model, a mother, a friend, and can be …
Your Advertising Dollars at Work! How can Velvet Rope Magazine help you spread the word about your product, your event, your place of business or your band? It’s easy. The Velvet Rope Magazine Collector’s Editions (monthly) are distributed across Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph and surrounding areas in over 300 distribution hubs. As of July, we’ll …
The Mudtown Music & Arts Festival (formerly OTHERfolk) is a multi-venue cultural event that occurs annually on the second weekend of August in Owen Sound, Ontario. The festival features visiting and local artists who perform in theatres, cafes, restaurants, and bars throughout the downtown. This year’s festival takes place August 9th & 10th, and … Continue reading »
Released in 2011, the video for Fur Trade‘s “Kids These Days” has already racked up half a million views on youtube. And if you haven’t seen it yet, just try to pretend like you don’t want a dance lesson afterward. The band is now signed to Last Gang Records, with their debut LP, Don’t Get … Continue reading »
The Maximize Your Life tour, with Jillian Michaels By: Pete Thomas Do you desire to be as fit as you can be, but need some guidance and inspiration to meet this goal? Leading health and fitness expert Jillian Michaels has been on the road across the continent since April 4 with her Maximize Your Life … Continue reading »
Some Lend a Hand, Others Lend a Foot By Jennifer Cushing Throughout the blooming month of May it’s not just gardens that will be growing, but also the amount of people coming out from their homes to once again enjoy the outdoors. If you, your friends or family are looking for a great activity to … Continue reading »
by: Mark Fitzgerald Their music will sink under your skin and bury itself into your brain. The familiarity of the tunes will leave you feeling like you’ve been listening to these guys for years. When defining their own sound, West Memphis Suicide described it like “let’s have some fun and party,” however most of their songs are … Continue reading »
by: Amy Heimpel Described as “Canada’s premier vintage and fine fretted instrument shop,” Folkway Music opened in Guelph almost fifteen years ago and has since build a trusted reputation with patrons spanning across North America and Europe. The store is owned and operated by Mark Stutman and is known not only for its unique instruments … Continue reading »
KOICon has arrived! Be sure to join the crowds this afternoon in Kitchener for: A day-long conference, awards ceremony and showcase of independent artists representing a wide range of music genres from our region including rock, folk, blues, metal, reggae, ska, country, punk, jazz and classical. KOI Con will educate, enlighten and empower our indie music scene! The Conference will … Continue reading »
by: Andrea Kowk The Waterloo Town Square will be revving up its engines for the second annual Cruzin’ on the Square night on May 24th. The evening will be showcasing classic cars from the fifties up to the eighties, and you may even see a Model T or two. Mix classic cars with some grooving … Continue reading »
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Dr. Livingstone, I Presume? By: Jnet Lavoie If you like taking trips down history lane, then this summer is a good time to do so. Starting May 25th and running through til the end of August, Castle Kilbride is hosting an exhibit on Dr. David Livingstone. He was not only the subject matter of the famous … Continue reading »
The Murder Room By: Katherine George There are not many people who can deny there is something dark and intriguing about seeking out a culprit to a mysterious murder case. It’s simply thrilling. As a result, the Elmira Theatre Company will be showcasing an upcoming crime scene that will attract a large amount of nearby … Continue reading »
Sexdwarf – Has Disappeared into the Mystic Dawn by: Tom Sosnoski You should be taking Sexdwarf very seriously. Alright I know, but let’s actually get serious for a second. Let’s get real. Let’s get Sexdwarf. Shit, this is harder than I thought. What you should take away from this is that you have a new … Continue reading »
