THE MUSICNERD CHRONICLES

Moncton Musician To Be Honoured At East Coast Music Awards

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

It was a day like any other for Moncton musician Danny Bourgeois. He got up, and had breakfast and was indulging in a coffee when he decided to check his email. One in particular stood out. It was from the…

Musician Eamon McGrath Celebrates Release Of First Novel

Posted on April 19, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

After pursuing a recording career in which he has delivered more than a half-dozen releases, collaborating with the likes of Moncton’s Julie Doiron in the Julie & The Wrong Guys project, among others, Toronto-based musician Eamon McGrath is adding a…

The Maritimes Feel Like Home For July Talk

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

Since the release of their highly anticipated sophomore record Touch this past September, Toronto alternative rock band July Talk have, quite literally, travelled the world. In the band’s own words, however, they are saving the best for last. This…

Jon McKiel, Band Hit Their Stride On Memorial Ten Count

Posted on April 17, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

As acclaimed Maritime indie-rock hero Jon McKiel set about making his newest studio record, Memorial Ten Count, he ventured into territory that was new to him. Rather than recording the songs in the same way that he had done his…

The MusicNerd Q&A With Adam Baldwin

Posted on April 13, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

While Halifax’s Adam Baldwin may have first came to the attention of audiences as a member of Matt Mays’ band, the dynamic singer-songwriter has been working hard at carving out an impressive career on his own. The leaps and bounds…

Vinyl Resurgence Helps N.B. Indie Record Stores Thrive

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

Given the vast technological advances the world has seen since rock ‘n’ roll first hit radio’s airwaves last century more than half a century past, change has naturally been a constant in the way people consume music. From vinyl records…

Kendra Gale Band Celebrates Release Of New Album On Wednesday

Posted on April 10, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

St. Andrews native Kendra Gale has come a long way in the 11 years since she released her self-titled debut effort, during which time she has not only earned the accolades of fans throughout the country, she also scored a…

East Coast Music Award Nominees Share Stories On Most Memorable Performances

Posted on April 7, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

Forget the glitz and glamour. Whether you’re a solo artist or one member of a 12-piece band, being on tour is a lot like Groundhog Day: Get in the van (or bus); drive to the city where you’re performing; unload…

Rose Cousins Brings Long Road To New Album To Natural Conclusion

Posted on April 6, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

With the release of her latest album Natural Conclusion this past February, Prince Edward Island native Rose Cousins effectively broke a lingering five-year lay-off since the release of her Juno Award winning album We Have Made A Spark. Cousins didn’t…

Comedy Wasn’t First Career Choice For Jeff Foxworthy

Posted on April 5, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

For more than three decades, Atlanta native Jeff Foxworthy has been entertaining audiences with his unique vantage point of the world. As one of the most successful comedians in the business, having sold more than eight million records in the…

Audiophiles, Take Note: Toronto Is About To Get Slammed With A Tidal Wave Of Talent For Canadian Music Week

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

Audiophiles from across the country are turning their attention to the 416 this month, as the annual Canadian Music Week conference, festival and awards take over Toronto’s downtown core. The event, which runs from April 18-23 at venues across the city, includes…

Christine Campbell Overcomes Roadblocks To Deliver Stellar New Record

Posted on April 3, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

In the time between the completion of her new album Roller Coaster and the time waiting for the release of the record, Halifax rock guitarist Christine Campbell admits Tom Petty was right all those years ago: The waiting is the…

Life Keeps Moving For Acclaimed Singer-Songwriter Stephen Fearing

Posted on March 31, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

Now nine albums into his solo career – never mind his work with acclaimed folk trio Blackie & The Rodeo Kings over the last 21 years – Stephen Fearing jokes he’s starting to get a grasp on this whole songwriting…

New Production Highlights Darker Side Of Living With Disabilities

Posted on March 30, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

This Friday night at Moncton’s Crossman Community Centre, playwright Paul Power, who also serves as the Artistic Director of Hub City Theatre, will be presenting a reading of his next production, Crippled. The play explores themes of both visible and…

Moncton Punk Band Phone Jerks Can’t Stand The Maritimes

Posted on March 28, 2017 by Ken Kelley |

Following in the footsteps of fellow New Brunswick acts like Nerve Button, which has found a home for its music via an overseas independent label, Moncton punk band the Phone Jerks are the latest group to be able to boast…