WayHome 2016: Super Secret Guide on Who to Watch
WayHome's 2016 lineup is so packed it's impossible to catch it all. Thankfully, B.G.M.'s preview is a guide to the festival's must-see acts, big and small.
Roz Milner
Jerry Garcia: GarciaLive Vol. 6: July 5, 1973 | Epic Jams and Solos
GarciaLive Vol. 6, the latest Jerry Garcia live release, shines a light on the little-explored Merl Saunders-Jerry Garcia band's jazzy, jammed-out live sets
Neil Young + Promise of the Real: Earth | Cool Moments and Weird Statements
As a whole, Earth is an interesting snapshot of where Neil Young’s mind is these days, rather than as a snapshot of his 2015 tour with Promise of the Real.
M. Milner’s 2016 Polaris Prize Pretend Ballot
Now that the long list for the 2016 Polaris Prize has been announced, M Milner looks at what they think the 10-record shortlist should look like.
Eric Clapton: I Still Do | Did He Ever?
The new Eric Clapton record, titled simply I Still Do, begs a smartass question: did he ever?Depends on what you mean: capable of greatness or average?
Festival Coverage: 2016 Bestival Toronto Preview
On June 11 and 12, Woodbine Park hosts Bestival Toronto, a music event featuring Grimes, Tame Impala, The Cure and more. M Milner previews the fest.
Ginger Baker Goes Absolutely Wild on No Material
Ginger Baker's No Material played without setlists or prepared material and was all improv, explains M Milner, and remains a compelling listen decades later
Festival Coverage: 2016 Field Trip Preview
Over the first weekend in June, the annual Field Trip festival is happening in downtown Toronto. M Milner previews the weekend's music.
John Zorn’s Ensemble Sizzles on The Painted Bird
On his new record, Painted Bird, John Zorn has assembled a talented group of musicians to create some of the most compelling noise I’ve heard all year
Festival Coverage: CBC Music Festival, May 28, 2016
The 2016 CBC Music Festival featured performances by Alvvays, Whitehorse, Tokyo Police Club and New Pornographers. M Milner recaps an eventful afternoon.