Generally, I’m not much of a summer hater. I love the heat and sun. The hotter the better. This past weekend saw the mercury hit the mid-thirties, which makes many Calgarians pine for cooler temperatures. While many of us will enjoy the fine weather and find things to do outside, be it biking, walking or… Continue reading Hollywood sucked into the Dark Side
Month: July 2002
Calgarys western complacency
By Nicole Kobie
In hindsight, Calgary is a great city to hold events like the recent G8 Summit. This isn’t because the summit went smoothly, but because the Stampede never does, and we still put up with it. The people of this city would never stand for the crap that marked the ten days that were this year’s… Continue reading Calgarys western complacency
Land of the Free?
By Вen Li
A strange thing happened this week. In something resembling a Mexican kangaroo court, “American Taliban” John Walker Lindh plea-bargained ten charges of being really, really evil down to two charges of being just evil. Apparently, convicting him on charges of illegally providing aid to the Taliban and carrying explosives “proves the criminal justice system can… Continue reading Land of the Free?
Peeking behind the curtains of the G8
By James Keller
In the weeks leading up to the 2002 G8 Summit, I read headlines in Calgary dailies using words like “terrorism” and “havoc” to describe what Calgarians should expect. Photos of police in riot gear, anti-aircraft weaponry and boarded-up businesses graced front pages, and everyone, including the mayor, seemed to be preparing the city for chaos.I… Continue reading Peeking behind the curtains of the G8
DJ Competition at the Whiskey
By CH Smith
On July 2, 2002, The Whiskey saw ten DJs gather to compete for the chance to represent Calgary at the Canadian National DMC Finals in Toronto later this year. Despite some really tight sets by competitors such as DJ Squidgit and DJ Roofeo, DJ Disoriental deservedly received the highest marks from a tough panel of… Continue reading DJ Competition at the Whiskey
Stompin’ Tom, An Ode for the Road
By Вen Li
“Stereotypical Canadian folk/country adversity music” doesn’t adequately describe this relatively undistinguished album. What differentiates Ode from other recent Eastern-Canadian whiner-artist fare is it’s lack of suckage.Ode is a testament to how a combination of well-tested musical styles and a modicum of skill can equal success. Instead of being completely innovative or unoriginal, Stompin’ Tom just… Continue reading Stompin’ Tom, An Ode for the Road
Rush, Vapor Trails
By Ken Clarke
“If you hated them before, you’ll really hate them now!” Or so reads the slogan from a promo for the first Rush album in six years.While this may or may not be accurate, it is true that Rush have modified their sound for their 16th release, Vapor Trails. The changes are not so radical as… Continue reading Rush, Vapor Trails
People Under the Stairs, Original Sound Track
By CH Smith
O.S.T. is the third album from the duo of ThesONE and Double K and uses the same formula that led them to two critically acclaimed albums. Their formula consists of jazzy soulful loops, and lyrics filled with three things essential to a good summer: beats, blunts and brews. Personal favourites would be the title track… Continue reading People Under the Stairs, Original Sound Track
Blackalicious, Blazing Arrow
By CH Smith
Blackalicious’ highly anticipated second full-length album Blazing Arrow is an instant classic, from the standout single “Make You Feel That Way,” to the highly original and creative “Chemical Calisthenics” featuring Cut Chemist. As was the case on their debut Nia, the duo of Chief Xcel and Gift of Gab flawlessly link innovative beats with brilliant… Continue reading Blackalicious, Blazing Arrow
Silverchair, Diorama
Imagine anticipating the birth of a baby boy, but having a girl instead. You still fall in love with her because of who and what she is, but your expectations are certainly blown away.Silverchair’s new album, Diorama, will likely cause a similar reaction for many.The album, co-produced by Daniel Johns, is more melodic than previous… Continue reading Silverchair, Diorama