Welcome to the third edition of our 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 in [...]
It is Summer, and what better way to embrace the warmth and joy of the season than with our Canadian Indie Summer playlist! This musical journey began in 2016 and has since grown to encompass [...]
It all began on a September day in 2016, with a single Canadian Indie song that set the wheels of creativity in motion. A simple word in its title led to another song, and then another, [...]
Immerse yourself in the latest and greatest from the Canadian music scene with our June 2024 Release Radar playlist! This curated collection promises to take you on an exhilarating journey through the freshest releases. Available [...]
The anticipation is palpable as we edge closer to the official reveal of the Polaris Music Prize Short List on July 11! This prestigious award honours the Canadian album of the year, judged solely on [...]
The anticipation is building as we approach the official reveal of the Polaris Music Prize Short List on July 11! This prestigious award celebrates the Canadian album of the year, solely judged on artistic merit, [...]
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 [...]