MTL's Own Grimes Takes a Stand Against Sexism in the Music Biz

Posted by Chantal Da Silva ON Apr 24, 2013 IN Indie
Montreal-based, Vancouver-native musician Claire Boucher, known to fans as Grimes, took to Tumblr yesterday to call out and confront sexist attitudes in the music industry. In a blog entry titled,.. READ MORE >

In With The New: Saxsyndrum

Posted by Chelsea-Leigh Brennan ON Apr 24, 2013 IN featured
Saxsyndrum is tagged as an indie electronic/funk duo from Montreal.  This title says a lot about the flexibility of the genre of music that they create.  Their music is a mashup of different sounds blending in to create a groovy and vibran.. READ MORE >

Indie Find: First You Get The Sugar

Posted by Anne Yin ON Apr 21, 2013 IN Indie
In search of discovering a new indie band? Think you're hipster and cool? Well look no further. First You Get The Sugar is fun, danceable, happy and funky. If you haven't heard of them yet, then oh boy have you been missing out. Montreal band, they have been charming the crowds with their funky rock and soul edge along with their .. READ MORE >

The MEG Festival announces the 15th Anniversary Edition

Posted by Christelle Saint-Julien ON Apr 18, 2013 IN Festivals
15 years old, The Montreal Electronic Groove festival (MEG) has grown beautifully until its full bloom this year. As an official media partner, IX is proud to announce the first names of this 15th edition which will take place this July 25 to August 3rd. Counting on more than 7.. READ MORE >

Music for a good cause: APigeon

Posted by Chelsea-Leigh Brennan ON Apr 15, 2013 IN Indie
Fellow Montrealer APigeon is releasing her Debut album and needs YOUR help.  This sweet singer/songwriter has planned out the project of her dreams, which intertwines music and charity. She is raising money to record her album, which will in itself help give back to those in need. APigeon is collaborating wit.. READ MORE >

True Story : Fall Out Boy survives Fall Out Boy

Posted by Adam Lisi Verrillo ON Apr 9, 2013 IN Pop
After a few months of teasing with singles and 5 second excerpts, Fall Out Boy has released their comeback album Save Rock And Roll for streaming on Soundcloud. Without beating around the bush; this i.. READ MORE >