R.I.P. legendary South African jazz drummer Louis Moholo, 1940-2025

Sadly, drummer Louis Moholo – of the Blue Notes, Brotherhood of Breath, Assagai – has passed away. He'll be greatly missed. 

Celebrate the summer soltice with Blood Ceremony @ Lee's Palace, Saturday

Blood Ceremony will be joined by Freeways and Early Tombs at their Summer Solstice Ritual on Saturday. Should be fun!

Daniel Lanois in-store @ High Notes Coffee + Vinyl, Saturday

Daniel Lanois makes a rare Toronto in-store appearance at High Notes Coffee + Vinyl on Saturday (June 21) from 1-2pm.

Here's the scoop from High Notes Coffee + Vinyl...

We’re thrilled to announce a very special appearance by Daniel Lanois — the producer behind some of the most defining albums of our time — for an in-store performance and meet-and-greet at High Notes Coffee + Vinyl (2057 Dundas Street West, Toronto) on Saturday (June 21) from 1:00–2:00 PM.

Daniel Lanois has collaborated with the likes of U2, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Emmylou Harris, and Peter Gabriel, and is widely credited with shaping the emotionally resonant sound of modern rock.

During this rare and intimate event, he’ll perform live and chat with fans. We’ll have copies of a lot of his music for sale including some of his rare solo albums on vinyl. So, whether you’re a lifelong admirer or just discovering his genius, this is your chance to meet a true master of modern sound and the legendary force behind some of the greatest music of the past 40+ years.

Admission is free. No RSVP needed — just arrive early to secure a spot.

Watch a recent performance and interview with Daniel Lanois along with a 1995 performance with Emmylou Harris below. 

Happy Birthday Danny Amis of Los Straitjackets, The Raybeats

Cheers to Danny Amis aka Daddy-O Grande! Here's an interview, some clips and an early solo release you may have missed. 

Remembering Harry Nilsson on his birthday

Here's a radio interview, a 1971 performance and Harry's memorable moments with Charles Nelson Reilly and Ringo.

Watch Tuareg guitar slinger Modu Moctar live in Niamey

Here's guitarist Modu Moctar and crew getting down in Niamey, Niger around the release of his 2021 album "Afrique Victime."  

Ichi-Bons are releasing a new single.. "Still On Zero"

 

Toronto's own Ichi-Bons will be unveiling their latest single "Still On Zero" b/w "The Back Alley Stroll" tonight at the Owl's Club.

Tickets for tonight's Welcome To Hipsville! event are now sold out. Get the Ichi-Bons single from Rollin Records here.