R.I.P. – Pogue Fado

Well folks, it's another dark day for Barrington Street and Downtown Halifax's bar scene. Effective immediately, the Pogue Fado has closed up shop, citing the growing difficulties in the business environment. This announcement comes via the Pogue's Facebook page ( http://ow.ly/kxZ5p ). According to @poguefado - Monday all over again! Monster Mugs on sale tonight… Read More

Friday Night Soundtrack – April 26th, 2013

In honor of our venue countdown this weeks edition of the FNS will feature some pretty cool performances, taken live from The Marquee over the years.  Thanks to the world of technology and cell phones, the ability to capture a live performance is pretty slick (but also kind of shaky).   1 - Matt Mays… Read More

Venue Countdown #1 – The Marquee

Call it what you want, The Marquee has gone through some many name changes in the recent the years. Originally called the "Marquee Club" up until the late 2000's - as the Paragon Theatre. And than opening up again this Friday as the "Marquee Ballroom". It's also has been on the decline in recent years… Read More

Venue Countdown #1: The Marquee

There is no surprise that a unanimous vote led to The Marquee being the top ranked music venue on our site. (For the sake of the article, lets all agree to just use the name The Marquee from here on out. I know that its gone through a few different changes/names, but it's just easier… Read More

Venue Countdown #2 – Citadel Hill / Garrison Grounds

http://youtu.be/TgouH0ZCkCA We're almost there, we have almost reached the pinnacle of the list, but we have just one last stop to make, and that stops leaves us at the foothills of the Citadel Hill otherwise known as the Garrison Grounds.  This is the tried and true outdoor venue and while the Halifax Commons were (are?)… Read More

Venue Countdown #3 – The Rebecca Cohn Auditorium

We're quickly working our way to the end of the list, and clocking in at number 3 is The Rebecca Cohn Auditorium (conveniently nestled within the bosom of The Dalhousie Arts Centre). This is not the place to go if you're looking for an over-the-top flashy production ala KISS or the Rolling Stones, this is… Read More