The Weeknd

“The Rise of The Weeknd: A Look at the Life and Career of Abel Tesfaye” Weeknd, born Abel Tesfaye, is one of the most successful and influential artists of the 21st century. His unique blend of R&B, pop, and hip-hop has earned him numerous awards and accolades, four Grammy Awards, nineteen Billboard Music Awards, and …

Arkells

The Early Years: A Look at Arkells’ Formative Years The Arkells are a Canadian rock band from Hamilton, Ontario, who have achieved international success since their formation in 2006. The band has released six studio albums, two EPs, and numerous singles, and have toured extensively throughout North America and Europe. The Arkells’ story began in …

Drake

Drake’s Early Life and Musical Beginnings Drake, born Aubrey Drake Graham, is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, actor, and entrepreneur. He first gained recognition as an actor on the teen drama television series Degrassi: The Next Generation in the early 2000s.  Drake was born in Toronto, Ontario, on October 24, 1986. His father, …

Red Barchetta – Rush

Today’s post marks the completion of Ted Tocks posts that feature side one of Rush’s acclaimed album ‘Moving Pictures’. I have already done ‘Tom Sawyer’, ‘YYZ’ and ‘Limelight’. Here is a brief outline of the story behind “a song about a car; this is called ‘Red Barchetta’.” Rush drummer and lyricist, Neil Peart was an …

My Country Tis of Thy People You’re Dying – How do we rescue the missing and murdered?

This song is actually older than I am. For Buffy Sainte Marie it was so topical she has released it on more than one occasion and modified the lyrics as a powerful statement against both the United States and Canada. ‘My Country Tis of Thy People You’re Dying’ may be one of the most cutting …