Canada Day 2024 is Monday! It’s time to come together and celebrate this great nation. As we reflect on the complexities of our country’s history, we also acknowledge the beauty and resilience that define Canada. [...]
June is a significant month in Canada as it marks National Indigenous History Month, a time to delve into the rich cultures, traditions, and experiences of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Throughout history, [...]
This week at OurBasement, we turn our attention to the incredible fathers and father figures in our lives. Father’s Day is a time when people across Canada express their love and gratitude for their dads [...]
The Polaris Music Prize Long List will be announced today! In total, 238 albums were considered for the Long List by the 207-member jury this season. I am proud to have been one of those [...]
As we eagerly anticipate the announcement of the Polaris Music Prize Long List, it’s time to dive into the excitement and showcase a playlist of songs by artists that I hope to see on this [...]
Dive into the dynamic world of Canadian music with our May 2024 Release Radar playlist! This curated collection promises to take you on an exhilarating journey through the latest releases from the Canadian music scene. [...]
Welcome to the second edition of our new series, “Canadian Music Through the Decades.” In this series, we journey through the rich tapestry of Canadian music history, starting with tracks from 50 years ago, released [...]
May is Asian Heritage Month, a time to embrace and appreciate the rich and diverse cultures, histories, and contributions of Asian communities in Canada. It’s an opportunity to honour the remarkable achievements and resilience of [...]
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, falling on Sunday, May 12th, and what better way to honour and celebrate the incredible women who have nurtured us than with a special playlist dedicated to mothers [...]
Dive into the dynamic world of Canadian music with our April 2024 Release Radar playlist! This carefully curated collection promises to take you on an exhilarating journey through the latest releases from the Canadian music [...]