Events: August 6–Sept 10 August 5, 2015August 5, 2015 Myles Sauer ART 9th Annual Integrate Arts Festival It’s August already?! Sadly, yes. But don’t fret; just because summer’s drawing to a close doesn’t mean the fun’s going to stop. The Integrate Arts Society...
OUTstages makes a spectacular debut July 27, 2015 Holly Lam The poster for OUTstages draws the eye with a gorgeous headshot of a drag queen in pink lipstick and pearls. I was intrigued by the festival’s tagline, “Victoria’s first queer...
Ska Fest Recap: Keith & Tex, The Slackers, and Morgan Heritage July 20, 2015July 20, 2015 Alexis Koome July 1 marked the start of Victoria's 16th annual Ska and Reggae Festival, a five-day rotation of solo acts, bands, DJs, collectives and artwork showcased at Ships Point by day...
Ska Fest Recap: My weekend at Ska Fest July 20, 2015 Braiden Gunn To say I that was impressed by Victoria’s 2015 Reggae & Ska Festival would be an understatement. In my first experience of this event I was fortunate enough to attend...
Dâm-Funk speaks ‘from the gut’ July 13, 2015July 13, 2015 Blake Morneau Editor's note: Parts of this interview have been edited for clarity. Think of all the times you've asked someone what their favourite kind of music is. How many of those...
Agalloch brings eclectic energy to Victoria June 19 July 2, 2015June 30, 2015 Michael Luis Although a cellist may seem like a peculiar choice for a metal bill, the evening’s opening duties were given to the L.A.-based Alison Chesley, who goes by the stage name...
Events: July 2–August 5 July 2, 2015July 6, 2015 Myles Sauer ART Jock Macdonald: Evolving Form I wouldn’t consider myself the artsy type, but I know what I like. And I like what I’ve seen of Jock Macdonald. He’s considered a pioneer of...
A funny, insightful interview with Brian Regan July 2, 2015July 2, 2015 Adam Hayman Brian Regan will be coming to Victoria for what should be called his “historical records” tour. Although Regan is not the kind of guy to claim such a title, he...
Q&A with David Krystal; ‘Lyrically and musically, you have to be honest’ July 2, 2015June 30, 2015 Emmett Robinson Smith England-born, Toronto-based singer-songwriter David Krystal achieved much of his early success writing jingles for commercials. Now, he is exclusively dedicated to writing serious music. His song “Say You Love Me”...
Downtown Mischief busts beyond their influences June 30, 2015 Alexis Koome Victoria is well known for its historic architecture and beautiful landscapes, but also for its thriving and flourishing art scene. Murals cover blank walls, statues decorate open lawns, gardens are...
