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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa opens, bringing first fully integrated Hard Rock resort to Canada
Yogonet International
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July 3, 2025
Ottawa’s entertainment industry reached a new milestone on Thursday as Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa officially opened its doors, introducing Canada’s first fully integrated Hard Rock resort. The new CAD 350 million ($257.8 million) complex on...
Noise Hotel’s ‘Sweet Talk’ speaks to the endearing summer feels of indie rock
The Runner
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July 3, 2025
Noise Hotel’s latest track “Sweet Talk” is a worthwhile song to add to your summer playlist. (Submitted) Noise Hotel made a hefty name for themselves with their debut album Poolside Fantasy last year and several new concerts in Ontario. After...
Parade, concerts, food, and more: What to know about the Calgary Stampede
Edmonton City News
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July 3, 2025
Giddyup! It’s time for the Calgary Stampede, and that means fresh pancakes, swinging line dances, daily concerts, zippin’ rides, and the good ol’ rodeo. With lots going on, it can be tough to narrow down what to do while you’re there–especially if...
Cody Jinks’ Opener, Ward Davis, Rips Canadian Officials For Denying Entry To Production Trucks: “Kept A Lot Of People From Going To Work”
Whiskey Riff
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July 3, 2025
At least they get to spend 4th of July in America? Yesterday, Cody Jinks announced that his shows this weekend in Canada were canceled because Canadian border officials were not allowing his production trucks across the border. He did not give an...
Town and villages celebrate Canada Day in style
The Gananoque Reporter
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July 3, 2025
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Kids were thrilled by the opportunity to get the chance to touch exotic animals at the Little Ray's Nature Centre show in Seeley's Bay on Canada Day. (Lorraine Payette/for Gananoque Reporter) Canada Day is...
Canada Day 2025 Date, History and Significance: Here’s What You Should Know About Dominion Day, the Anniversary of Canadian Confederation
Latestly
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July 1, 2025
Canada Day is the National Day of Canada which is celebrated every year on July 1 with great fervour and enthusiasm. This annual event was formerly known as Dominion Day. This day celebrates the anniversary of Canadian Confederation which occurred...
Neil Young set WILL be shown live on BBC after Canadian musician initially banned broadcast
Manchester Evening News
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June 28, 2025
Neil Young’s headline set at Glastonbury Festival will now be shown live on the BBC on Saturday night, the BBC has announced. The corporation previously said that the Canadian rock veteran’s set would not be broadcast live 'at the artist’s...
Sudbury songwriter Kristen Brutto to celebrate album release at Sudbury Indie Cinema on July 11
The Sudbury Star
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July 3, 2025
Breadcrumb Trail Links Entertainment Local Entertainment Music All-ages release party for The Good With The Bad to feature drag queen and activist Miss Stacy Woods and a live concert from Brutto’s band, K & Summer Sudbury songwriter Kristen Brutto...
PHOTOS: Canada Day heats up in Polson Park
Penticton Western News
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July 3, 2025
Despite the sweltering weather in Vernon, Polson Park provided the perfect backdrop for Canada's 158th birthday. "It is one of the coolest, most sheltered parts in Vernon and it was a great turnout throughout the day," said Mayla Janzen, head of...
Musical Musings | The Godfather of Ska: Ernest Ranglin
Shepparton News
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Ranglin’s influence can be felt in the explosion of the late Seventies English punk and ska music through bands such as The Specials and The Clash, and even beyond to Nineties acts such as No Doubt. He recently launched a historic Kickstarter...
The album Geddy Lee called the “imperfect” Rush record
Far Out Magazine
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July 3, 2025
(Credits: Far Out / ceedub13) Canadian power trio Rush is one of prog’s most confounding success stories. Borrowing Led Zeppelin’s rock bluster and Yes’ complex arrangements, the recruitment of drummer and principal songwriter Neil Peart for...
New Opening: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa
Travel Market Report - New York
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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa officially opened its doors with a signature guitar smash. Photo: Courtesy of Hard Rock International Hard Rock International (HRI) has officially opened Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa, the brand’s first fully...
Free orchestral concert and fireworks coming to Victoria’s Inner Harbour
The Georgia Straight
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July 3, 2025
Get the best of Vancouver in your inbox, every Tuesday and Thursday. Sign up for our free newsletter. Victoria’s Inner Harbour is set to be overtaken by orchestral soundwaves once more as Symphony SPLASH! makes its triumphant return this summer....
Rising Stars: Mentorship program debuting at Country Music Week in Kelowna
Kelowna Capital News
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It offers an opportunity for participants to connect with established members in country music Aspiring country artists and industry hopefuls from across Canada are invited to apply for a new mentorship program to help them break into the business...
PHOTOS: Canada Day celebration in Prince Rupert
Northern View
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July 3, 2025
Participants joined Canadians across the country in simultaneous drumming and were entertained by cultural dancers Prince Rupert once again joined communities across Canada in a powerful, coast-to-coast celebration as Canada Day Drumming returned...
This Week in MKE Music: July 3-9, 2025
Shepherd Express - Wisconsin
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July 3, 2025
Summerfest wraps, Musical Mondays kicks off, Voot Warnings, Folk Music w/ Nate Wooley, Chris Corsano & Ches Smith, Chill on the Hill, Long Mama w/Driveway Thriftdwellers and more—This Week in Milwaukee Music! Thursday, July 3 Summerfest @ Henry...
Algonquin College alum co-authors book about Canadian punk rock scene
Algonquin Times
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July 3, 2025
Photo: Jade Louise Greenwood Matt Bobkin and Adam Feibel step up to the stage with relaxed smiles, their voices warm as they welcome the audience to their book launch. Adam Feibel and Matt Bobkin (left to right), standing together before going on...
Photos: Record-breaking 230 entries during Canada Day car show in Hope
Hope Standard
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July 3, 2025
Canada Day in Hope is already one for the books thanks to a record-breaking 232 cars showing up for the Hope & Valley Cruisers' 17th annual car show. "It's went great!" said Arnice Asquin, who runs the Hope & Valley Cruisers. "I can't complain....
Canadian pride to peak at annual Canada Day celebration
Swift Current Online
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June 30, 2025
A family-friendly event is set to celebrate the 158th birthday of Canada tomorrow afternoon with a free barbecue, cupcakes, and community activities. The Canada Together event will begin with a ceremony that includes a Land Acknowledgment, flag...
Sabrina Carpenter and Addison Rae Are Making Pop Music Sexy Again. Why Is This Freaking Everyone Out?
GQ - New York
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July 3, 2025
In the fourth season of Arrested Development, there’s a plotline in which Michael Cera’s nebbishy, virginal George Michael Bluth studies abroad in Spain. He hooks up with a Spanish mom named Rosalita, then comes back to campus for senior year with...