Local Vibe

So Ian Mackenzie and I head out to the T. to cover “Toronto plays for Haiti” on Tuesday February 2nd at Sound Academy (11 Polson Street Toronto Ont.) in Polson Pier. We arrived quite early, traffic was light heading in and we got exclusive first interviews with just about everyone performing or presenting that evening!
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There is a secret gem of a Venue in Cambridge, Ontario that I am about to divulge to YOU, are you ready? …The Warehouse. Yes, that’s right… it’s one of three buildings with the view of Dickson Arena, just over the first bridge downtown Galt, turn right at the first lights onto Blair Road. Exact [...]

This New Years eve Bad pickle will be rocking out with special guests Hingepin at Mulligans. The show begins at 10 pm. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $10 from the band members, Mulligans or via paypal from party@gemstoneentertainment.com, or you can pay $15 at the door.
The door charge covers not only a kick [...]

Well we have had a great start here at Local Vibe and over the course of the last year we have seen quite a few changes and met many friends along the way. What the future holds for us is unknown at this point, but you can be sure that it is only going to [...]

Maxwell’s Music House is proudly hosting the finals of their Battle of the Bands on Monday night. One of Waterloo’s finest venues and the regions top entertainers is a healthy mix for a Monday night.
Follow The Fleet was the winner of the first week, gaining their spot in the finals. Far From Rich took the [...]

On November 19, 2009 at Molly Blooms on Manitou Drive in Kitchener there will be a fantastic lineup of local talent performing for the chance to make it into the final round of the Kitchener Singer Songwriter Competition. The competition was loaded with talent in the previous contest held in Cambridge, of which tonight’s first [...]

I was fortunate enough to be contacted by these guys and more than pleased when I researched their MySpace. The Ginger 3 are a local band who have been plying their trade for 10 years. Offering a variety of classic hits and modern day favorites their schedule is booked for damn near a year. The [...]

Another brilliant venue which offers pool, darts, a menu and live acts. Millsy’s is located in the heart of downtown Kitchener. Enjoy their relaxing bar and lounge area boasting both digital and HDTV’s so you can enjoy playing a game while watching a game, eating your favorite foods and rocking out to the best Blues, [...]

This coming October 30th your in for a ghoulish good time with the Regions hard knuckle rockers Jakk Damage and special guests Assailant. The event will be held at The Circus Room on King St. in Kitchener and it is a costume party so unless you want to pay $5 at the door come as [...]

A subdued clientele are either patiently waiting or have no idea what they’re in for. Outside the moon is full and it’s soon time to howl. Beer is flowing and food consumed. The band is Bad Pickle and they prepare for sound check.

Amidst the sounds of tuning the lights are dimmed and Dan Spence – guitar, Patrick Fox – drums and Uncle Jack Smith – bass, greets the crowd with their rendition of “Black Magic Woman”. Feet begin to stomp and heads bob. At the end of the song Rob Puschelberg – vox, takes his place up front and commands our attention with his voice.

This weekend the long awaited return of the 2nd Annual Preston Music Festival. Featuring local talent, this FREE all day long event has something for everyone. Central Park in Preston is where all the excitement is happening so make sure it is on your agenda to attend.

The lineup looks great with lots of local talent sharing their music with the hometown crowds. The whole show kicks off with winners from a children’s karaoke contest, hosted by Gemstone Entertainment. They have held a contest over several weeks to determine who gets the honour of appearing on stage at the beginning of this festival. The competition was friendly but fierce, and you will be amazed when the winners take to the stage to show you what they have.

I am not one to usually bitch and whine about other players in the industry, however I feel that the actions of the person I have been dealing with are severely hampering my ability to provide you, our readers, with the quality information you are looking for. We have had many interactions with the artists [...]

The Hive in downtown Kitchener and I.R.I.S. Entertainment are hosting The Indie Feast on Saturday, September 12th. All of the bands that have been the weekly winners of the Battle of The Bands taking place at The Joint are scheduled to perform on a flatbed trailer in the parking lot of The Hive.

The Hive has extended their patio license for the event to make sure that everyone can fit in to catch these awesome bands. The entire parking lot is going to be utilized for this event which is going to ensure this is party to remember. The bands planned to take the stage are as follows.

The Cambridge Fall Fair is set up in Dickson Park, decorated, and ready to open their gates today at 4 PM. Local Vibe is going to be there to start off the entertainment in fine fashion with 6 local bands taking the stage for your listening pleasure. All of these bands have jumped at the [...]