Fringe Arts
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Eating Island Heat
Have you ever felt the sway of a palm tree tickle the roof of your mouth? Well, neither have I.
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May Arts Calendar
A Sample of What’s On in Montreal
The Link picks for upcoming arts events in Montreal
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Ancient Culture in Modern Times
The Diversity of a Nation in Montreal’s Israel Film Festival
The eighth edition of the Israel Film Festival brings diverse and critically acclaimed films to Montreal for a week-long engagement. The nine films have received international accolades…
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The Part of Me You Know
Self-Reflection with Synth Trio Future Islands
Sam Herring is in a good place right now. The shows are getting bigger both in North America and in Europe, and he’s in a healthy relationship. Since most of his lyrical work for Baltimore synth pop trio Future Islands is inspired from tortured feelings of love and loss, it’s a welcomed change for the North Carolina-born singer.
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Link Live Session #6
Young Lungs
Punk-inspired indie trio Young Lungs played an acoustic version of their song “Blood on the Streets” for us at the Mile End diner Nouveau Palais.
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A Name to Live Up to
Mozart’s Sister’s New Sound on the Scene
“Oh she’s good! She’s gonna be huge.”
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Link Live Session #5
Ruckus
Ruckus blends sax, bass, drums and guitar as foundation for live, smooth Montreal hip hop.
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SXSW Diary: Pt. 2
Show-Crashing and Going Home Happy
By Wednesday I had settled into a routine of constant drinking during my waking hours. Meals had fallen by the wayside, replaced by a diet of cigarettes and free beer.
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Not-So Benevolent NGOs
Book Review: Paved with Good Intentions
A scathing critique on the traditionally rosy picture of Canada’s involvement in foreign lands, Paved with Good Intentions aims to expose the imperialistic imperatives behind Canada’s most idealistic organizations.
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Link Live Session #4
Motel Raphäel
Motel Raphaël sang folky, country harmonies over soft guitar and glockenspiel for us at Burritoville’s library on a rainy Sunday night.
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Montreal Meets Two
Second Annual Design Conference Aims to Inspire
Montreal Meets Two kicks off this Saturday, bringing in acclaimed digital artists from around the world for the second annual design conference.