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Pouzza Fest - Live in Montreal (Day One) | Punknews.org
Pouzza Fest - Live in Montreal (Day One) | Punknews.org
Going to Montreal for Pouzza Fest is always one of the highlights of my year and after not being able to make the trek to Quebec last year, I was bouncing off the walls with excitement for this year. Everything around me seemed to respond to this energy, with the 5-hour trip into the city seeming to...
Pouzza Fest - Live in Montreal (Day Two) | Punknews.org
Pouzza Fest - Live in Montreal (Day Two) | Punknews.org
Equipped with my reusable water bottle, coated in layers of sunscreen, and fuelled by chocolate-covered ice cream, it was time to dive into day 2 of Pouzza Fest. I hustled over to Jardin des Bières to catch a few minutes of Montreal-based hardcore and new wave-infused post-punk sextet Fake Friends....
Pouzza Fest - Live in Montreal (Day Three) | Punknews.org
Pouzza Fest - Live in Montreal (Day Three) | Punknews.org
Day 3 of Pouzza Fest started off with friends, a trip to the merch mall, and a poutine, hot dog, and drink combo from La Belle Province. While basking in the deliciousness of perfectly fried potatoes, fresh cheese curds, and tasty sauce, I was able to catch some wrestling that was going on at the ri...
2026 Interviews
La Sécurité Are Crossing Linguistic and Provincial Borders │ Exclaim!
La Sécurité Are Crossing Linguistic and Provincial Borders │ Exclaim!
"I can say with some confidence that we succeeded in having our own sound"
Talking 'A Party In Your Name' with Nima and Dexter of Hillsboro | Punknews.org
Talking 'A Party In Your Name' with Nima and Dexter of Hillsboro | Punknews.org
There are records that you feel in your gut and A Party In Your Name by Hillsboro is one of them. Each of the Vancouver-based quintet’s releases can be connected by the framework of the five stages of grief, with their 2023 self-titled album representing denial, their 2024 EP White Trash represen...
Talking 'Same Fangs' with Spencer Krug | Punknews.org
Talking 'Same Fangs' with Spencer Krug | Punknews.org
Whether he is playing in bands like Wolf Parade and Swan Lake, or making solo music Spencer Krug puts his all into everything he does. This is especially true on his recently released solo album Same Fangs, which finds him re-recording and reimagining demos that were originally posted to Patreon. O...
In conversation with Natasha Gray and Becky Fontaine of The Iron Roses | Punknews.org
In conversation with Natasha Gray and Becky Fontaine of The Iron Roses | Punknews.org
Last week, The Iron Roses announced that they will be releasing their sophomore album Molotov Nights. The ten tracks that make up the album are some of the most powerful songs that the Eastern US-based punk rock quartet has written so far, demanding to be played loud and sung along with at the top ...
On the rovd with Mvll Crimes | Punknews.org
On the rovd with Mvll Crimes | Punknews.org
In 2025, the mighty London, Ontario-based Mvll Crimes returned after a year-long hiatus with a new song, “GWEN STVCEY”, and a handful of tour dates. Now, the band are back in full force, bringing their infectious post-hardcore sound to stages across Canada and reminding everyone not to be a cop....
Matt of Earmarked talks the band's debut EP 'Grinding Teeth' | Punknews.org
Matt of Earmarked talks the band's debut EP 'Grinding Teeth' | Punknews.org
Vancouver-based punk rockers Earmarked are getting ready to release their debut EP Grinding Teeth. The EP features four tracks chock full of midwest emo-infused melodic punk rock which is sure to be a hit with any and all fans of orgcore. Grinding Teeth will be out everywhere except for Spotify on M...
PISS BlowS The Door Wide Open and They’re Just Getting Started — REVERIE
PISS BlowS The Door Wide Open and They’re Just Getting Started — REVERIE
Photo credit: Shannon Johnston (@me_onlylouder) Whether you're listening to their debut recording three demos or watching their live show, it is immediately clear that everything PISS creates is filled with intention and care. While they talk honestly about sexual violence and the impact of tra
Talking 'Average Weekends' with Beached Out | Punknews.org
Talking 'Average Weekends' with Beached Out | Punknews.org
Peterborough, Ontario-based Beached Out have been making indie rock flavoured with surf, punk, and pop since forming in 2011. The duo, made up of partners in life and music, Anne and Jeff Parker, released their debut album Average Weekends earlier this year, which, along with referencing a Shadowy ...
Diving into 'Future Wave' with Lee Rose of Ace of Wands | Punknews.org
Diving into 'Future Wave' with Lee Rose of Ace of Wands | Punknews.org
All the World's a Stage for NOFX's Fat Mike: "No Shame, No Pride Is How I've Tried to Live My Life" │ Exclaim!
All the World's a Stage for NOFX's Fat Mike: "No Shame, No Pride Is How I've Tried to Live My Life" │ Exclaim!
Talking 'Don't Blame The Peach' with Kate Mac of Twat Union | Punknews.org
Talking 'Don't Blame The Peach' with Kate Mac of Twat Union | Punknews.org
Staying hydrated with Pro Wrestling The Band | Punknews.org
Staying hydrated with Pro Wrestling The Band | Punknews.org
Talking 'Your Recommended Daily Intake of first president of japan' with Non Kuramoto | Punknews.org
Talking 'Your Recommended Daily Intake of first president of japan' with Non Kuramoto | Punknews.org
Celebrating 20 years of 'Birthing the Giant' with Liam Cormier of Cancer Bats | Punknews.org
Celebrating 20 years of 'Birthing the Giant' with Liam Cormier of Cancer Bats | Punknews.org
The OBGMs Are Ready to Win, with Help from Basketball and Stefan Babcock │ Exclaim!
The OBGMs Are Ready to Win, with Help from Basketball and Stefan Babcock │ Exclaim!
Talking 'Une ville, une mine, un cancer' with Simon Turcotte of Guhn Twei | Punknews.org
Talking 'Une ville, une mine, un cancer' with Simon Turcotte of Guhn Twei | Punknews.org
Nat Lacuna of Rosemary nods upon the grave talks 'EP 2' | Punknews.org
Nat Lacuna of Rosemary nods upon the grave talks 'EP 2' | Punknews.org
Our Wits talk their sophomore album 'Let Me Join You' | Punknews.org
Our Wits talk their sophomore album 'Let Me Join You' | Punknews.org
In conversation with Mad of VVOMB | Punknews.org
In conversation with Mad of VVOMB | Punknews.org
Talking 'LIFE OF AN ANGEL' with Angel Girl and Sara of Angel Girl | Punknews.org
Talking 'LIFE OF AN ANGEL' with Angel Girl and Sara of Angel Girl | Punknews.org
Hayley Elizabeth talks her debut solo album, 'The World Takes What I Make' | Punknews.org
Hayley Elizabeth talks her debut solo album, 'The World Takes What I Make' | Punknews.org
Breaking curses with Sam and Matty of PONY | Punknews.org
Breaking curses with Sam and Matty of PONY | Punknews.org
Talking 'III' with Luke of BRICKIE | Punknews.org
Talking 'III' with Luke of BRICKIE | Punknews.org
Talking 'Not Here Not Gone' with Sunny and Mikayla of Blackwater Holylight | Punknews.org
Talking 'Not Here Not Gone' with Sunny and Mikayla of Blackwater Holylight | Punknews.org
Read all of my interviews in chronological order here!
Read all of my interviews in chronological order here!
Best of 2025 - Em's Picks | Punknews.org
Best of 2025 - Em's Picks | Punknews.org
2025 was quite a year and honestly, I’m still processing it. I learned a lot about myself, my friends, and my family. I had my faith in humanity broken and restored more times than I can count. In the face of daily atrocities, seeing people come together to support one another on both a loca...
Live Reviews
Pogues Live in Toronto
Pogues Live in Toronto
On September 10, 2025, The Pogues brought their 40th anniversary tour of Rum, Sodomy and the Lash to History in Toronto, Ontario. This was their first show in the city in over 20 years as well as their first Toronto show since the passing of Shane MacGowan. I love the Pogues and was very excited to ...
The Dirty Nil - Live in Peterborough
The Dirty Nil - Live in Peterborough
On September 18, 2025, The Dirty Nil made their triumphant return to Peterborough, Ontario after 12 years, bringing their high-octane rock ’n’ roll show to The Venue along with Spite House and Heart Attack Man.I was very excited to see one of my favourite bands play closer to home and the excite...
My Chemical Romance - Long Live The Black Parade - Live in Toronto | Punknews.org
My Chemical Romance - Long Live The Black Parade - Live in Toronto | Punknews.org
On August 22, 2025, My Chemical Romance brought their Long Live The Black Parade tour to the Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ontario. Fans started lining up to get into the stadium around noon, and the air was buzzing with excitement. We made our way to the gate to get in, which was right under a larger-t...
Cheekface - Live in Toronto
Cheekface - Live in Toronto
On May 7, Pacing and Cheekface played at the Axis Club in Toronto, Ontario. I had been looking forward to this show for months and couldn’t wait to make the trek into the city, grab my spot on the floor, and experience the joy of live music. I settled into my place on the floor and Pacing - Katie...
Thunder Queens - Live in Toronto
Thunder Queens - Live in Toronto
The snow is finally melting, the birds are returning home from their winter vacations, I am finally coming out of hibernation, and punk shows are kicking into high gear. After months of barely being able to get out of the house, the first show of the year always feels like coming back to life. The l...
Bikini Kill - Live in Toronto
Bikini Kill - Live in Toronto
From the moment I woke up on September 3, 2024, I was buzzing with excitement because I was finally going to see Bikini Kill live. I’d missed them when they’d come to Toronto a couple years ago on their reunion tour so when the opportunity presented itself to see them at History, I jumped at the...
L.S. Dunes - Live In Toronto
L.S. Dunes - Live In Toronto
The anticipation is palpable waiting in line outside of the Opera House in Toronto for the L.S. Dunes show on July 13. We’re not even inside the building but the atmosphere is already electric and humming with excitement. Someone has brought an acoustic guitar and has turned the stairs near the ba...
My Chemical Romance - Live in Toronto
My Chemical Romance - Live in Toronto
Peter Hook and The Light - Live in Toronto
Peter Hook and The Light - Live in Toronto
Festival Coverage
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Check out past festival coverage right here!
My Chemical Romance's 15 Best Songs Ranked │ Exclaim!
My Chemical Romance's 15 Best Songs Ranked │ Exclaim!
Kathleen Hanna - Rebel Girl: My Life as a Feminist Punk [Book]
Kathleen Hanna - Rebel Girl: My Life as a Feminist Punk [Book]
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