Festivals

Ottawa Bluesfest, 2014, lineup, local bands

RBC Ottawa Bluesfest: Local Acts Announced

Somewhat overshadowed by the official line-up announcement was the posting of some great local acts that will dawn the stage

Ottawa Explosion announces first wave of artists

Ottawa Explosion has announced its first round of bands for OXW happening on June 12-15 this year. The biggest news

Westfest Line Up and Schedule Announced

The 11th edition of Ottawa’s greatest street party, Westfest, is chalked full of great talent once again this year. The

NXNE Second Round Announced

It’s that time of year when summer festival announcements begin pouring out the yin yang, and today NXNE announced its

Industry News: Events, Funding Deadlines, & Artist Submission Deadlines for Festivals

We’ve compiled some information, with the help of our friends at MusicOntario, in order to help artists navigate some of

Call to Action: First wave of artist submission deadlines for festivals coming up

If you or anyone you know is in a band and haven’t begun applying for festivals yet, the first wave

Ottawa Explosion Weekend Announced – June 12 – 15, 2014

It’s that time of year when things quiet down and we wait for the warmer weather to come back. But

Ottawa Showbox’s Favourite Shows of 2013

2013 was quite an amazing year for shows in Ottawa and for Ottawa Showbox.  Check out some of our favourite

Beau’s Oktoberfest 2013: lederhosens, craft brews and rocking tunes

Funny hat, check. Free Pretzel token, check. Beer tokens, check. Bus ride up to Vankleek Hill for Beau’s Oktoberfest, check. Let

E.L.E. Fest 2013

On Friday September 20th I ventured to the lawn in front of Tabaret Hall at Ottawa U to check out