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Aurora Bella Wins NSMZ 2024 Artist of the Year Award: A Remarkable Journey Through Two Distinct Worlds of Music
by Scott Roos photo by Tracy Creighton ( Copperblue Photography and Design ) award graphic by Brian Snell In a year marked by creative...
Jan 263 min read
"One last chance" - Sum 41 plays farewell show in Saskatoon (January 18th/2025)
by Scott Roos photos by Scott Roos (Scotty the Rooster Photography) It was cold AF outside the SaskTel Centre on January 18, but the buzz...
Jan 224 min read
Amigos Cantina Named NSMZ 2024 Venue of the Year
by Scott Roos with notes from Melanie Macpherson award graphic by Brian Snell Amigos Cantina has officially been crowned NSMZ 2024 Venue...
Jan 133 min read
Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra Wins 2024 NSMZ Group of the Year
by Scott Roos photo by Julie Isaac (Julie Isaac Photography) award graphic by Brian Snell The Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra (SSO) has been...
Jan 123 min read
NSMZ’s 2024 Industry Mover and Shaker Award: Beefy Records
by Scott Roos award graphic by Brian Snell Beefy Records, a vibrant and innovative force behind Saskatoon’s local music scene, has earned...
Jan 63 min read
Fake Paradise Wins NSMZ’s 2024 "Heavy" Award for their Authentic Take on Heavy Rock
by Scott Roos photo by Aaron Brown award graphic by Brian Snell Saskatoon’s very own Fake Paradise has claimed NSMZ's prestigious “Heavy”...
Jan 53 min read
Saskatoon’s Adam Beitel Wins NSMZ 2024 "Light" Award for Debut Solo Album
by Scott Roos photo by Simon Jasieniuk award graphic by Brian Snell Saskatoon-based musician Adam Beitel is the winner of the prestigious...
Jan 53 min read
2024 NSMZ Country/Roots/Folk Artist of the Year: Jake Vaadeland and the Sturgeon River Boys
by Scott Roos photo by Deanna Roos award graphic by Brian Snell 2024 has proven to be a breakthrough year for Jake Vaadeland and the...
Jan 13 min read
2024 NSMZ Rising Star: Josh Stumpf
by Scott Roos photo by Tracy Creighton ( Copperblue Photography and Design ) award graphic by Brian Snell Prince Albert expat Josh Stumpf...
Jan 14 min read
Review: Jake Vaadeland and the Sturgeon River Boys Live at Prince Albert's EA Rawlinson Centre
by Scott Roos photos by Deanna Roos (Contingent Colours Photography) On the evening of Saturday, December 14th, the EA Rawlinson Centre...
Dec 17, 20243 min read
Jake Vaadeland’s “Goodness Gracious It’s Christmas” Canadian Tour: A Heartfelt Holiday Celebration
by Scott Roos This holiday season, join Jake Vaadeland and his band The Sturgeon River Boys for the “Goodness Gracious It’s Christmas”...
Dec 1, 20246 min read
Exploring the Sonic Depths: A Review of Chesterfield's Album 'Infinite Expanse and Raccoon'
By Scott Roos Our grade: B- Chesterfield’s Infinite Expanse and Raccoon is a captivating mix of indie rock, jam-band vibes, southern...
Dec 1, 20243 min read
Conor Cassidy's 'Being Honest' EP: A Solid Debut with Room to Grow
by Scott Roos Our Grade: B+ British born and Saskatoon based Conor Cassidy’s debut EP entitled Being Honest offers a promising glimpse...
Nov 10, 20243 min read
GreenWing Announces Cross-Canada Tour and New Cover Single "Sweet Caroline"
by Scott Roos FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Saskatoon pop punk indie scene stalwarts GreenWing are thrilled to announce the release of their new...
Nov 6, 20242 min read
Review: Saskatoon's Go Bwah release quirky debut album 'Nu Wave'
by Scott Roos Our Grade: B- Go Bwah, the Saskatoon based trio, released their debut album, Nu Wave on October 19. The album which...
Nov 3, 20243 min read
Exploring the Musical Journey: An In-Depth Review of Morgan Robertson's Eighteen
by Scott Roos photo by Aaron Brown Our grade: B Morgan Robertson's debut album, Eighteen , released on November 1st, marks a significant...
Nov 2, 20243 min read
The Haunting Allure of King Diamond: Preparing to visit St. Lucifer's Hospital
by Scott Roos King Diamond photo by Greg Lawrence As a lifelong fan of heavy metal, there are few artists who have captivated me quite...
Nov 1, 20243 min read
Uncovering the Magic: A Review of Chase Padgett's "6 Guitars" at EA Rawlinson Centre for the Arts
by Scott Roos photos by Deanna Roos (Contingent Colours Photography) On October 30th, the EA Rawlinson Centre for the Arts in Prince...
Oct 31, 20243 min read
Catch the Electrifying JJ Wilde Live at Capitol Music Club, Saskatoon this Friday, Nov. 1
by Scott Roos photo by Bree Fish Mark your calendars, Saskatoon. On Friday, November 1, the Capitol Music Club will light up with the raw...
Oct 30, 20244 min read
Review: Blue Moon Marquee Shines in Prince Albert
by Scott Roos photos by Deanna Roos/Contingent Colours Photography Last Sunday, October 27th, the EA Rawlinson Centre for the Arts in...
Oct 29, 20242 min read
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