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Carissa GemThis Calgary DJ is dropping bass-heavy, rap-tinged sets loud enough to make you ask “What Will The Neighbours Think?” — which, fittingly, is also the name of her show on CJSW 90.9. A Western Canadian bass scene staple, Carissa is building community (and killer shows) one eardrum at a time.World NewsLive electronic duo World...
BRIAN STOLLERY rarely waits more than a heartbeat before inviting his audiences to have a laugh at his expense. Observational, autobiographical and hilariously self-deprecating, Brian Stollery’s brand of comedy reveals the underlying absurdity of everyday life in a way that is as scathingly honest as it is fast paced and energetic. Mr. Stollery has spent...
Kick off SineMa 2026 with an opening ceremony featuring vibrant Cordillera performances and the screening of Treasure of the Rice Terraces.Program7:00 pm Red Carpet7:30 pm – 7:45 pm Opening Ceremonies / Cordillera music and dances (indigenous performances from Northern Philippines)7:45 pm – 9:00 pm Feature Film Screening 9:00 pm – 9:30 pm Feature Film Q&A...
Black Country, New RoadEmerging from London’s genre-bending “Windmill” scene in 2018, Black Country, New Road are a band of true originals, constantly shape-shifting and re-defining the boundaries of art rock on their own terms. BCNR originally featured a lineup that included Isaac Wood, Tyler Hyde, May Kershaw, Georgia Ellery, Lewis Evans, and Charlie Wayne, adding Luke...
Join us at The Ironwood on June 19th in celebration of the third full-length original Mike MacKenzie album "Fuselage"Set one will feature the new ten-song album played in full, followed by a set of assorted favourites. Fuselage will be available on limited edition marble vinyl, CD, streaming, plus themed merchandise.Reservations encouraged at 403-269-5581 or reservations@ironwoodstage.ca1229...
Etran de L’Aïr (or “stars of the Aïr region”) began life as a wedding band in Niger in the ‘90s. Their hypnotic riffs and sun-tinged harmonies quickly caught the attention of Portland record label, Sahel Sounds. The band has since dropped three studio albums, singing entirely in Tamasheq and bringing pan-African blues rock flavour to...
The first wave of Sled Island 2026 artists is here!Joining Sled Island’s previously announced guest curator, clipping., is English chamber folk ensemble Black Country, New Road, revered Canadian pop project HOMESHAKE, LA synth punks Sextile, fuzzy indie rock outfit feeble little horse, outlandish egg punk group Snõõper, lo-fi post-punk duo Sweeping Promises, NYC-based ambient pioneer...
Ugat ng Paglalakbay (“Roots of the Journey”) is a community-driven, multidisciplinary art initiative featuring the works of eight (8) artists whose artworks will be exhibited at the Alcove Centre for the Arts. The exhibition will run from June 20 to July 4 at Alcove Core. The event will also include a workshop hosted by Anakbayan...
This summer, the Calgary Surge & The City of Calgary's Downtown Strategy team have partnered to bring back Surge City Hoops, and our FREE youth basketball clinics to the heart of our city.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
Grab a brush, soak up the sun, and let your creativity bloom! Join us for a fun, 90 minutes of watercolour painting in the garden. No experience? No problem! Our friendly instructor will share easy tips and tricks to get you started—and we’ll bring all the supplies you need. Just show up, soak in the...
Soulful singer-songwriter CELIN performs for Acoustic Afternoons. Every week, catch a new songwriter performing a family-friendly afternoon set to soundtrack your brunch.Wild Rose draught beers are on special for $7 during Acoustic Afternoons!About CELIN:CELIN creates music that explores the highs, the lows, and the realities of mental health, identity, and growth. The Calgary resident blends...
Drag makes every day brighter, so join us at Palomino Smokehouse for breakfast, beers, and a whole lot of fabulous. It’s the perfect warm‑up for Saturday night. Performer lineup coming soon!(Photo: Blue Jackson-Hill)Important info: Start and running times are subject to change. Please check the Sled Island schedule in June for exact set times.Upon entering a...
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