Playlist Friday: Stream of Consciousness July/2024
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, [...]
Playlist Friday: OurBasement Release Radar June/2024
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 [...]
Playlist Friday: DarBar’s Polaris Music Prize Short List Wish List
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, [...]
Playlist Friday: Canada Day 2024
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. [...]
Playlist Friday: National Indigenous History Month 2024
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, [...]
Playlist Friday: OurBasement Tribute to Fathers
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 [...]
Polaris Music Prize Long List
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 [...]
Playlist Friday: DarBar’s Polaris Long List Wish List
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 [...]
Playlist Friday: OurBasement Release Radar May/2024
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. [...]
Playlist Friday: Asian Heritage Month in Canada 2024
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 [...]