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Paul Martin was a veteran Canadian guitarist and singer-songwriter originally from Kingston, Ontario, with a career spanning over 50 years. He was best known as a founding member of the Rolling Stones tribute band The Blushing Brides. The Brides earned an international record deal with RCA by the time Martin
After more than twelve years as the first and only President & CEO of the Canadian Live Music Association (CLMA), Erin Benjamin has announced she will be stepping down from her role following a structured leadership transition this spring. Benjamin, building on the vision of the founding board of directors,
OSHEAGA Music and Arts Festival, presented by Bell in collaboration with Coors Light, returns for its 19th edition, once again transforming Montréal’s stunning Parc Jean-Drapeau into the epicentre of live music from July 31 to August 2, 2026. Over three unforgettable days, festivalgoers will experience world-class performances, genre-defining artists,
On Thursday, March 5, the Canadian Music Centre transforms into a meeting point of continents, cultures, and creative currents for CMC Presents: Guitar Night — an electrifying double bill featuring Rodrigo Simões and Dipo Adeola. This isn’t just a concert. It’s a conversation — in chords, rhythm, and improvisation.From
Matthew Holtby returns with his second release of 2026 via Pacifirecords, Yesterday. The three-song EP consists of live off-the-floor tracks performed solo at the mic with his acoustic guitar. Additional instrumentation comes from a few friends and local artists in the form of a baby grand piano (Natalie Hughes), violin
