Free concert series coming to the VIUSU Pub
Starting on January 9, VIU music instructor Hans Verhoeven will be collaborating with Adam Ockey to present live jazz every Thursday at the VIUSU Pub. The event will run from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Verhoeven, along with Music Program alumni Alex Coleman and James Darling, will be performing “elegant, swinging and soulful piano trio … Continued
Schoolyard to Stardom: The story of Nanaimo hip-hop
Nanaimo hip-hop has grown over the years. What began as a few kids rhyming over instrumentals has transcended into a close-knit community, artists like Sirreal, Jinx TK, Konfidential, and many others elevating hip-hop in the harbour city by showing what they can do. Sirreal, aka Matt Dunae, recently raised over $20k for BC Children’s Hospital … Continued
Coming Soon: Arts events nanaimo
By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland WHAT Three time Juno Award Nominee, Jenn Grant, with special guest Rachel Sermanni WHEN April 5, at The Queen’s, 34 Victoria Cres. Early show, doors open 7 pm, show begins 8 pm. WHY YOU SHOULD GO Last time Jenn was here, she was in a duo, this time she’ll be … Continued
Kendall Patrick Peaks and Valleys
Above: 📷 courtesy of HYPE music By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland It only takes one listen to hear the depth of life experience and heartache in Kendall Patrick’s lyrics. A Nanaimo native, Patrick can be found most evenings working at The Vault Cafe. In this supportive community, with it’s creation-stimulating aesthetic, her strength as a poet and … Continued
Local music spotlight: Double feature The Stacks, Louis Patterson & Dane Letourneau
By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland Louis Patterson & Dane Letourneau at White Sails Engaging the whole audience from the first song, Louis Patterson proved his merit as an emerging folk artist. With deep growls and soulful soft tones, his lyrical poetry became smooth and sensual on the waves of folk guitar. Powerful lyrics from original … Continued
Local Music Spotlight: Caleb Hart and The Royal Youths
Above: 📷 Cheryl Folland By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland On February 10, listening to Caleb Hart and The Royal Youths set up for soundcheck, at The Queens, and planning their two short sets, their chill vibe was already spreading. As each person shouted ideas, “we can do that” was the answer. In between last-minute decisions, I had … Continued
Local Music Spotlight: Maverick Cinema featuring Stel
By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland Nanaimo’s music scene is alive and well. On any given night, there is at least one live show happening in the downtown core. Moments after arriving at The Vault Cafe, at 8:20 pm for the 9 pm show, a sign marking sold out was taped to the door. A small … Continued
Nanaimo Songwriter’s Circle: An art gallery for songwriters
By Sports and Lifestyle Editor Cole Schisler When Kenny Brault joined the Nanaimo Songwriter’s Circle in 1997, it had been running for only a year. Since then, he says that the people may have changed, but the style of the Circle has stayed the same. “The styles are the same in that they are undefinable,” … Continued
Local Hotspot: The Vault Cafe Open Mic Wednesday
By Arts Editor Cheryl Folland Over the next few months, The Nav will be showcasing local venues that provide a platform for artists looking to break into the music and spoken word scene. These venues focus on local comedians, musicians and poets by providing them with a once a week slot to get their work … Continued
Teenwolf & Static: Nowstalgic album review
Above: Photo via bandcamp.com By Arts Editor Brendan Barlow Released October 1, and handed to me in public outside The Vault Cafe on an actual cassette, Nowstalgic is the debut release from Nanaimo rappers Teenwolf and Static. It is an 11-song album produced right here at The Chamber studio right down by the CHLY headquarters. … Continued