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Spector Basses

Spector is supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a one-of-one Custom Shop bass created to benefit breast cancer research. Built by the Spector Custom Shop, this unique instrument brings together the brand's signature craftsmanship and detail to raise awareness and financial support for a cause impacting

Harris Institute To Close

Harris Institute To Close

Harris Institute, an internationally recognized leader in music industry education, will cease operations in December 2026 after 37 years. The decision follows the Ontario government’s restriction of student visas for private colleges to zero, the Ontario Student Assistance Program’s (OSAP) freeze on all student loan payments and the

Monterey Jazz Festival

Monterey Jazz Festival

The Monterey Jazz Festival, celebrated as the world’s longest continuously running jazz festival, marked its 69th edition at the historic Monterey County Fairgrounds with a comprehensive audio upgrade powered by d&b audiotechnik. Production partner Live Box Digital (LBD) deployed a d&b KSL system on the

St. Jude’s Catholic Church

St. Jude’s Catholic Church

When St. Jude’s Catholic Church in Southern California set out to modernize its aging audio system, the parish leadership knew the upgrade needed to deliver clarity, consistency and long‑term reliability for its 5,000–6,000 parishioners. To achieve this, they turned to DayTech Consulting, led by Owner

Luke Combs' My Kinda Saturday Night Tour

Luke Combs' My Kinda Saturday Night Tour

Country star Luke Combs has recently wrapped the UK leg of his My Kinda Saturday Night Tour, a run of major international stadium dates that included Edinburgh, Slane Castle in Ireland, and a three-night stint at London's Wembley Stadium, closing on August 2nd. The tour continues with

The Barra MacNeils

The Barra MacNeils

The Barra MacNeils are celebrating four decades of music and family tradition with An East Coast Christmas: 40th Anniversary Tour, bringing their signature blend of Celtic music, Christmas classics and East Coast traditions to stages across Canada this winter. With several dates already sold out, the tour is shaping up

PASIC® 2026

The Greatest 4 Days in Drums & Percussion®. PASIC® is the largest event of its kind – exclusively focused on drums and percussion in all its forms and from all genres – in the world. The 2026 event is building on the record-setting attendance and excitement of PASIC50, with more than

Roland Celebrates Grand Opening of U.S. Flagship Store

Roland Celebrates Grand Opening of U.S. Flagship Store

Roland Corporation, a global leader in electronic musical instruments and music technology, celebrated the grand opening of Roland Store New York City, the company’s first standalone retail location in the United States. The invitation-only opening celebration at 414 West 14th Street brought together artists, industry leaders, media, business

Richard Ashcroft Tour

Richard Ashcroft Tour

During the summer, outdoor events make touring even more exciting, with changeable weather and a huge spectrum of venues, from fields in the UK to arenas and stadiums across the world. For Richard Ashcroft’s engineers, this is not a problem thanks to their well-prepared touring package, including DiGiCo

Finger Eleven

Scott Anderson (vocals), James Black (lead guitar, backing vocals), Rick Jackett (rhythm guitar), Sean Anderson (bass), and Steve Molella (drums) Finger Eleven is looking for a Singer! (Not to replace Scott Anderson) Check this out: Finger Eleven wants to make a DUET version of the new single “Last Night on

CCBE 2026

The Central Canada Broadcast Engineers (CCBE) marks its 75th anniversary with this year’s conference at the Delta Hotels Toronto Airport & Conference Centre, 655 Dixon Rd, Etobicoke, on Wednesday October 28 and Thursday October 29. For the second year running, CCBE is teaming up with the Ontario Association of

Ethiopia Habtemariam

Ethiopia Habtemariam

On October 6th in Toronto, the Honey Jam artist development program welcomed HYBE America’s Ethiopia Habtemariam for an executive talk to an audience of emerging artists, creatives and music industry professionals. The former Chairwoman and CEO of Motown Records discussed a wide range of topics including artist development, leadership,

Archon Amps

Archon 1x12 cabinet PRS Guitars announced both the Archon and Archon Classic range of amplifiers and cabinets are now available in extremely limited editions of Black Paisley. The number of pieces range from 75 to 200 worldwide, depending on the model. Specific products included: * Archon 50 Combo * Archon Classic 50

Dream Live Performing Arts Center

Dream Live Performing Arts Center

Just a football’s throw from the Meadowlands Sports Complex stands American Dream, the second-largest indoor shopping mall in the United States. Beyond its roster of 450 stores and more than 65 dining and drinking locations, the sprawling facility also offers the country’s largest indoor waterpark, North America’

Simple Plan

Simple Plan are extending their global ‘Bigger Than You Think!’ tour, announcing new 2027 dates that mark their first Canadian headlining tour in 10 years. Produced by Live Nation Canada, the 14-date run will bring the band’s high-energy, career-spanning live show to fans across the country,

Cort Guitars

Cort Guitars officially unveils the KX500 Baritone, a specialized addition to the coveted KX Series. Engineered specifically for players who use low tunings, the instrument addresses the familiar challenges of string tension and note definition associated with dropped registers. By combining a long-scale architecture with premium electronics and hardware,

Aguilar DB 700 Hybrid Bass Amplifier

Aguilar DB 700 Hybrid Bass Amplifier

Aguilar announces the release of the DB 700 hybrid bass amplifier. Designed to meet the demands of modern touring bassists, the DB 700 delivers the legendary, high-voltage tube-driven tone of the flagship DB 751 in a highly portable, travel-friendly format. By answering the core design question, "

Italian Summer Festivals

Italian Summer Festivals

Bassano Music Park Elation lighting fixtures took center stage at two major summer festivals in Italy’s Veneto region in July, with the Paragon S, Rebel Wash 12, and Rebel Line 16 delivering dynamic looks and reliable performance at Bassano Music Park and Mirano Summer Festival. Elation is distributed exclusively

An Interview With Michael Nunan

Backstage Insider Podcast

An Interview With Michael Nunan

Jim Norris talks with Michael Nunan, a multi-generational Guelphite whose career has taken him from the Sheridan College media arts program to nearly three decades in television audio at TSN, CTV and Bell Media, and now to Evertz, where he helps carry the legendary Studer brand forward from its

DiGiCo Quantum638 Mixing Console

DiGiCo Quantum638 Mixing Console

DiGiCo announces the launch of its latest addition to the successful Quantum Range, the Quantum638 mixing console, previously codenamed “Tarpon,” with an optional Quantum638T version designed specifically for demanding theatrical productions. Combining the best elements of the SD7 and SD5 with the latest Quantum technology, the new desk gives theatre

Junkhouse

Crank the amps, roll down the windows and point the car straight toward the horizon. Junkhouse, the Hamilton, Ontario roots rockers whose ferocious blend of blues, folk and rock 'n' roll helped shape a golden era of Canadian music, are back with "Hot Hot Sun," the

Queen Machine

Queen Machine – one of Europe’s best Queen tribute bands – definitely live up to their claim both in terms of performance and production! Formed in Denmark in 2009, and known for their flawless, high-energy replications of Queen's legendary music, Queen Machine is hugely popular, and tours extensively

Novation reveals FLpad

Novation reveals FLpad

Novation FLpad and FLpad Mini Novation announces its latest collaboration with Image-Line, maker of FL Studio. FLpad, the first 8x8 grid controller made specifically for FL Studio, brings a fast, groovebox-like workflow to the Channel Rack, offering beatmakers new ways to get hands-on with their projects. The

32nd Annual Ontario Folk Music Awards

32nd Annual Ontario Folk Music Awards

Folk Canada is pleased to announce the 2026 Estelle Klein Award Recipients, Ontario Folk Music Awards host, and performers for the 32nd annual Ontario Folk Music Awards. Chris White and Coco Love Alcorn will receive the 2026 Estelle Klein Award, with Logan Staats named as the Culture in Climate honouree.

Just released: What Comes After Next?

Just released: What Comes After Next?

Just released: What Comes After Next? Michael F. Nunan's field guide to the future of media, sound and immersive technology is out now in paperback, hardcover and Kindle. If you've ever wondered where your corner of the industry is headed — and what it'll take