TMS has been a little quiet lately, but that doesn't mean we haven't been working! As you can see, we've recently added some new contributors to our roster and are super excited about having their content added to the site!
This has been a HUGE year for us. Our readership more than doubled, we had our three-part live music series at Annex Wreckroom in the summer and we got to check out some of the hottest shows and chat with the best bands this city has to offer.
We can't wait to keep getting bigger and bigger, which is why we're currently in the planning stages of making 2009 our best year yet! It's going to be exciting, just wait and see!
Tonight we're headed to the Kathedral to check out Lacerda and Brighter Bightest. We'll be chatting with Lacerda, so check back tomorrow to see what these guys have planned for the New Year. Over the holidays we'll also be reviewing a ton of CDs and then kick starting it all over again in January.
TMS would like to thank you for all of your support over this past year. None of this would have been possible without you. We've been having a blast and we hope you've enjoyed yourselves discovering new bands and checking out shows.
Have a safe and happy Christmas/Holiday and New Years. Can't wait to see you in 2009!
Lots of love and, of course, rock!
- Sheena and TJ
Monday, December 22, 2008
Thursday, December 11, 2008
I get on the TTC
Hello loyal blog readers!!!
The TMS camp has been busy these days organizing contributors and trying to cover as much material as possible. Last night we caught Verge's free Arkells and Moneen show at Tattoo Rock Parlour and had a blast! The sets were super tight and the place was PACKED! Moneen was obviously the hit of the night as they haven't played the t-dot in far too long. In fact, last time I saw them live was when we interviewed Kenny at Wakestock 07 and before that was bamboozle in Jersey! I used to see these kids all the time when they were rocking the Brampton scene. They're currently working on some new material and played some of their new songs, which are amazing. We're definitely looking forward to checking that record out.
There will be tons of new content coming up over the next couple weeks, so stay tuned for that!
JUST FOR FUN you should check out Randal Paul's song "I Get On (the TTC)." Trust me, you will appreciate this hilarious rap!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-Ky7dQLuNg
The TMS camp has been busy these days organizing contributors and trying to cover as much material as possible. Last night we caught Verge's free Arkells and Moneen show at Tattoo Rock Parlour and had a blast! The sets were super tight and the place was PACKED! Moneen was obviously the hit of the night as they haven't played the t-dot in far too long. In fact, last time I saw them live was when we interviewed Kenny at Wakestock 07 and before that was bamboozle in Jersey! I used to see these kids all the time when they were rocking the Brampton scene. They're currently working on some new material and played some of their new songs, which are amazing. We're definitely looking forward to checking that record out.
There will be tons of new content coming up over the next couple weeks, so stay tuned for that!
JUST FOR FUN you should check out Randal Paul's song "I Get On (the TTC)." Trust me, you will appreciate this hilarious rap!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-Ky7dQLuNg
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Benefit show a success!
The TMS benefit show for Invisible Children at the Smiling Buddha Bar last night was a great success!
The cost was pay-what-you-can with all donations going directly to the Invisible Children foundation. In total we raised just over $250, which sounds small but this is going to help rebuild a school in Uganda.
I personally would like to thank the following people:
The attendees: for braving the snow and coming out anyway. Your support means everything!
Daniel White, Drew Seale, Cody Elliott-Smith, Joe MacLeod, Morgan David and Eddie: for donating your time and providing amazing music throughout the night
Wayne: At Smiling Buddha Bar, for letting us hold our event there.
TJ: for rocking the sound
Jessica: My partner in crime for this show. Thanks for believing in Invisible Children and working so hard. The event worked perfectly.
We're hoping to do another installment in late January, so stay tuned for that!
Thanks again to every for making this event not only successful, but also a ton of fun!! TMS loves you!
Rock on!
- Sheena
The cost was pay-what-you-can with all donations going directly to the Invisible Children foundation. In total we raised just over $250, which sounds small but this is going to help rebuild a school in Uganda.
I personally would like to thank the following people:
The attendees: for braving the snow and coming out anyway. Your support means everything!
Daniel White, Drew Seale, Cody Elliott-Smith, Joe MacLeod, Morgan David and Eddie: for donating your time and providing amazing music throughout the night
Wayne: At Smiling Buddha Bar, for letting us hold our event there.
TJ: for rocking the sound
Jessica: My partner in crime for this show. Thanks for believing in Invisible Children and working so hard. The event worked perfectly.
We're hoping to do another installment in late January, so stay tuned for that!
Thanks again to every for making this event not only successful, but also a ton of fun!! TMS loves you!
Rock on!
- Sheena
Monday, November 17, 2008
Hellz yeah, TMS is bangin' these days!!!
We've received an overwhelming response from people wanting to contribute to TMS and we couldn't be more stoked! What does this mean, you ask? It means there will be more shows covered, more bands interviewed, more news and articles posted. More, More, More!! Just like what Billy Idol wanted.
This past Thursday we sat down with punk rockers the Artist Life, err Dean from the Artist Life, for an awesome candid interview about finding balance between being a musician and being a high school teacher. Look forward to that Wednesday.
We also have a TON of wicked interviews coming up, which we will keep you posted on as some dates are up in the air.
- Rehab for Quitters
- Every Avenue
- Semi Precious Weapons
- Bury the Bully
- More, more, more!!!
ALSO, don't forget the TMS benefit show is THIS wednesday, as in two days from now, and I better see your pretty drunk faces showing support for good solid acoustic tunes and Invisible Children.
Rock on!
- Sheena
This past Thursday we sat down with punk rockers the Artist Life, err Dean from the Artist Life, for an awesome candid interview about finding balance between being a musician and being a high school teacher. Look forward to that Wednesday.
We also have a TON of wicked interviews coming up, which we will keep you posted on as some dates are up in the air.
- Rehab for Quitters
- Every Avenue
- Semi Precious Weapons
- Bury the Bully
- More, more, more!!!
ALSO, don't forget the TMS benefit show is THIS wednesday, as in two days from now, and I better see your pretty drunk faces showing support for good solid acoustic tunes and Invisible Children.
Rock on!
- Sheena
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Good news scenesters!
Rock and roll may be hard on your liver, but it's good for your heart!
A new study released yesterday claims listening to music two or three times a week is potentially as beneficial as exercise. It seems this is because listening to music generally makes us happy and since the mind has such a massive influence on the body, happy thoughts generally lead to better health.
Not that you needed another excuse to go to shows every week, but it's definitely an interesting little read. Check out the article at the Toronto Star here.
Rock on!
- Sheena
A new study released yesterday claims listening to music two or three times a week is potentially as beneficial as exercise. It seems this is because listening to music generally makes us happy and since the mind has such a massive influence on the body, happy thoughts generally lead to better health.
Not that you needed another excuse to go to shows every week, but it's definitely an interesting little read. Check out the article at the Toronto Star here.
Rock on!
- Sheena
Time to apply for NXNE 09!
2008 hasn't even ended yet, but it's already time to start thinking about next year's music festivities.
Submissions are now open for NXNE, undoubtedly one of the biggest conferences of the year. Like the majority of the festivals, bands don't really make any money to play, but the exposure is huge. Suddenly music fans are everywhere. Even those Stillepost kids crawl out of their parents' basements and attend shows.
NXNE wants you to know that Canadian artists showcasing at NXNE are eligible for:
* $10,000 via the Rogers Fan Choice Award (NXNE 08 winners: The Midway State)
* $2,000 via the Galaxie Rising Star Award(NXNE 08 winners: Major Maker)
* an opportunity to be included in the NXNE Top 60 Tip Sheet – a list of NXNE showcasing artists sent to a database of close to 300 national radio programmers and music directors.
To make a submission, check out the Sonic Bids site by clicking here. They are also now accepting video submissions, which can be submitted by clicking here.. All submissions are due by January 31, 2009.
For everything else NXNX, click here.
Rock on!
- Sheena
Submissions are now open for NXNE, undoubtedly one of the biggest conferences of the year. Like the majority of the festivals, bands don't really make any money to play, but the exposure is huge. Suddenly music fans are everywhere. Even those Stillepost kids crawl out of their parents' basements and attend shows.
NXNE wants you to know that Canadian artists showcasing at NXNE are eligible for:
* $10,000 via the Rogers Fan Choice Award (NXNE 08 winners: The Midway State)
* $2,000 via the Galaxie Rising Star Award(NXNE 08 winners: Major Maker)
* an opportunity to be included in the NXNE Top 60 Tip Sheet – a list of NXNE showcasing artists sent to a database of close to 300 national radio programmers and music directors.
To make a submission, check out the Sonic Bids site by clicking here. They are also now accepting video submissions, which can be submitted by clicking here.. All submissions are due by January 31, 2009.
For everything else NXNX, click here.
Rock on!
- Sheena
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