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Apr 25, 2024 | 
filipinojournal.com | Alfie Vera Mella
In the 1990s, edgier and more abrasive styles of Alternative Rock began to enjoy the commercial spotlight–Shoegaze and Grunge, as examples. This development carried onto the decade that followed, producing new genres like Post-Grunge, Post-Rock, Emo, and Math Rock. And nothing’s wrong with these; I’d engaged in them as well. After all, it’s all part of the entire sonic evolution; one just has to adapt, or become jaded, outdated, and frustrated.
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Apr 24, 2024 | 
filipinojournal.com | Alfie Vera Mella
On March 13, Jennifer Chen, MLA for Fort Richmond, recognized Nepali Cultural Society of Manitoba (NCSM) and presented the organization’s members, which included Nabin Katel, with a member statement certificate. The event was held at Legislative Building.
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Apr 24, 2024 | 
filipinojournal.com | Alfie Vera Mella
The heat is on! The weather is finally becoming more and more conducive to the season’s vibes. Concerts are starting to grace again the stages of Winnipeg. On May 3, the Philippine-based band Gigi de Lana & the Gigi Vibes will be performing at Club Regent Event Centre. Front acts are Zachary, Mystrio, and The 12/21. For tickets, contact Bianca at 204-952-8764.
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Apr 8, 2024 | 
crypticrock.com | Alfie Vera Mella |Nina Mende |Jeannie Blue
Formed over five decades ago, Australian Rock band Midnight Oil has been one of the pioneers and pillars of New Wave/Alternative music. With a studio discography of 13 albums – from 1978’s self-titled to 2022’s Resist – they have been nothing less than prolific.
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Mar 27, 2024 | 
crypticrock.com | Jackie Knightowl |Cara McWilliam |Alfie Vera Mella |Jeannie Blue
Released in select theaters and to VOD on March 8, 2024 through Quiver Distribution, Night Shift marks the directorial debut of twin brothers Ben and Paul China; better known as The China Brothers. An exciting time for these two aspiring filmmakers, who made the film over a few weeks during the peak of COVID, and celebrated a world premiere at the Mammoth Film Festival 2023 (where they won in the Best Genre Film category), Night Shift plays out as an intense Thriller that spans 82-minutes.
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Mar 27, 2024 | 
crypticrock.com | Cara McWilliam |Alfie Vera Mella |Jackie Knightowl |Jeannie Blue
Easter is usually a time to celebrate. It is usually a time to gather with family and friends, and perhaps hunt some Easter eggs. However, Easter turns out not to be much of a celebration in Easter Bloody Easter where the only thing being hunted is the unwitting residents of a small town. Best known for her acting roles, Easter Bloody Easter is the feature directorial debut of Diane Foster (The Orphan Killer 2011, Verotika 2019).
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Mar 27, 2024 | 
crypticrock.com | Alfie Vera Mella |Jackie Knightowl |Jeannie Blue
One of the longest-running and most prolific bands in the realms of Alternative Rock/Psychedelic New Wave, The Church are slated to release a new studio album. Entitled Eros Zeta and the Perfumed Guitars, and a quick follow up to 2023’s The Hypnogogue, it arrives on March 26, 2024 through Communicating Vessels.
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Mar 17, 2024 | 
crypticrock.com | Alfie Vera Mella |Jeannie Blue |Samantha Andujar
Holidays and Horror are an odd couple, but seem to strike the dark humor within many of us. With Halloween naturally given the most attention in this area, Christmas comes in at a close second, with classics such 1974’s Black Christmas or 1984’s Silent Night, Deadly Night.
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Mar 16, 2024 | 
crypticrock.com | Alfie Vera Mella |Cara McWilliam |Jeannie Blue |Samantha Andujar
Of the extensive collection of bands that arose around the globe during Heavy Metal’s formative years, few have sustained the longevity of Thor. Initially begun as a concept project by Jon Mikl Thor back in 1973, he would take on the persona of Thor in the band, and with a diverse background in music, history, and bodybuilding, he became known as The Legendary Rock Warrior.
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Mar 6, 2024 | 
crypticrock.com | Alfie Vera Mella |Nicholas Franco |Jeannie Blue
The influence of The Jesus and Mary Chain on Shoegaze, Noise Pop, and the entire Alternative Rock can never be overstated. The psychedelic and psychotic guitar noises beneath the cool and calm vocal interplay of the brothers William and Jim Reid became the template for many bands that treaded similar sonic tracks in the years following the success of the Scottish band’s early albums.
