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Person with tattoos in a brown furry outfit stands against a plain white backdrop, looking determined. Neutral expression.

Benee Recently Released Her Sophomore Album, 'Ur an Angel I’m Just Particles'

Benee talks about her recently released sophomore album, Ur an Angel I'm Just Particles, which was released on November 7, 2025, via Republic Records.

Sabrina Shahryar

12 hours ago

Man on stage giving thumbs up, wearing "IMMOLATION" t-shirt. Dark background, microphone visible. Joyful expression.

Man on stage giving thumbs up, wearing "IMMOLATION" t-shirt. Dark background, microphone visible. Joyful expression.

INERTIA Tour: Grandson and Dumb Crush - Winnipeg, MB

On December 8, 2025, in Winnipeg, the Burton Cummings Theatre pulsed with intensity as Grandson’s INERTIA Tour made its long-awaited stop in the city.

1 day ago

Smiling man sings into a microphone under bright stage lights, wearing a gray shirt. The background is dark with a hint of red lighting.

Smiling man sings into a microphone under bright stage lights, wearing a gray shirt. The background is dark with a hint of red lighting.

PUP and Snotty Nose Rez Kids Live In Winnipeg, MB

On a frigid Winnipeg night, two of Canada’s most electrifying live acts turned the Burton Cummings Theatre into a pressure cooker of sweat, catharsis, and communal chaos.

4 days ago

Guitarist and drummer perform on stage with "The Tea Party" in bold letters behind them. Stage lights illuminate the instruments.

Guitarist and drummer perform on stage with "The Tea Party" in bold letters behind them. Stage lights illuminate the instruments.

The Tea Party, Headstones, and Finger Eleven Live In Winnipeg, MB

Three pillars of Canadian rock walked into the Canada Life Centre on December 1, 2025—and walked out having delivered one of Winnipeg’s most triumphant, high-octane spectacles of the year.

6 days ago

Shawn Desman with a mic, in a denim jacket with "SD," arms wide, sings passionately on stage. Purple lights and keyboard visible in background.

Shawn Desman with a mic, in a denim jacket with "SD," arms wide, sings passionately on stage. Purple lights and keyboard visible in background.

Back To Life Tour: Shawn Desman and Jamie Fine - Winnipeg, MB

Winnipeg was more than ready for a night of nostalgia, powerful vocals, and undeniable Canadian pop excellence as the Back To Life Tour made its stop at the Club Regent Event Centre on November 30, 2025.

Dec 4

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A glowing skull with blue flames against a dark background, creating a mysterious, eerie mood. No visible text.

Nate Vickers - Don't Look Down EP

Alt-rock’s newest force doesn’t just arrive with his brand new EP, which releases on December 5, 2025, via Oxide Records; he crashes through the ceiling. Don’t Look Down is a blistering, cinematic, deeply personal statement from Houston-born artist Nate Vickers, marking his boldest and most cohesive chapter yet. After years of building momentum through viral covers, high-octane singles, and a growing cult fanbase, Vickers steps into full command of his identity: dark, emotio

Dec 4

Two guitarists perform energetically on a foggy stage, lit by spotlights. A neon sign and partial "James Band" text are visible in the background.

Two guitarists perform energetically on a foggy stage, lit by spotlights. A neon sign and partial "James Band" text are visible in the background.

Bud Light Buckle Up Tour: James Barker Band, Alli Walker, and Mitch Zorn - Vancouver, BC

On November 30, 2025, James Barker Band, Alli Walker, and Mitch Zorn took over the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver.

Dec 3

Charlotte Sands with blue hair in a suit, tie, and tactical glove, standing in front of a white background. Their expression is confident.

Charlotte Sands with blue hair in a suit, tie, and tactical glove, standing in front of a white background. Their expression is confident.

Charlotte Sands Announces New Album 'Satellite' Out March 6, 2026, Releases Single "one eye open"

Alt-pop sensation Charlotte Sands announces her new album Satellite, arriving March 6, 2026, alongside new single "one eye open."

Dec 3

Jessie Reyez joyfully holding microphone on stage, wearing polka-dot outfit. Dark background with spotlight, creating an energetic, vibrant atmosphere.

Jessie Reyez joyfully holding microphone on stage, wearing polka-dot outfit. Dark background with spotlight, creating an energetic, vibrant atmosphere.

Paid In Memories Tour: Jessie Reyez and RAAHiiM - Winnipeg, MB

On November 28, 2025, Jessie Reyez and RAAHiiM came to Winnipeg's Burton Cummings Theatre.

Dec 2

Silhouetted band performs on a lit stage with instruments; audience watches. Smoke and swirling patterns create a dramatic atmosphere.

Silhouetted band performs on a lit stage with instruments; audience watches. Smoke and swirling patterns create a dramatic atmosphere.

Into Dust Tour: The Strumbellas and The Honest Heart Collective - Winnipeg, MB

On November 26, 2025, The Strumbellas, along with The Honest Heart Collective, returned to Winnipeg with performances at the Burton Cummings Theatre.

Dec 1

Man and woman seated facing each other in a dimly lit studio. Woman looks upwards; man is pensive. Dark clothes, neutral background.

Man and woman seated facing each other in a dimly lit studio. Woman looks upwards; man is pensive. Dark clothes, neutral background.

Interview With Non Talkers

Folk duo Non Talkers talk about their music.

Nov 29

Dying Remains, Fetid Grave, and Defenestration - Live In Winnipeg, MB

On October 16, 2025, Dying Remains returned to Winnipeg with locals Fetid Grave and Defenestration.

Nov 28

Band performing on stage with guitars, drums, and keyboard. Bright spotlights and fog accentuate musicians. Audience silhouetted in foreground.

Band performing on stage with guitars, drums, and keyboard. Bright spotlights and fog accentuate musicians. Audience silhouetted in foreground.

The Way We're Born Tour: Aysanabee and Barrin May - Winnipeg, MB

On November 25, 2025, Winnipeg found warmth, catharsis, and community inside The Park Theatre as Aysanabee brought The Way We’re Born Tour to the city.

Nov 27

Silverstein performing on stage under vibrant red and blue lights, with a singer in front, guitarist, bassist, drummer, and cheering crowd. Concert atmosphere.

Silverstein performing on stage under vibrant red and blue lights, with a singer in front, guitarist, bassist, drummer, and cheering crowd. Concert atmosphere.

25 Years of Noise Tour: Silverstein, Thursday, Free Throw, and Bloom - Winnipeg, MB

On November 23, 2025, Silverstein brought their 25 Years of Noise Tour to the Burton Cummings Theatre with Thursday, Free Throw, and Bloom in tow.

Nov 26

Woman in a white dress leans over a turquoise railing, gazing down with long hair blowing. Sky is overcast, creating a serene mood.

Woman in a white dress leans over a turquoise railing, gazing down with long hair blowing. Sky is overcast, creating a serene mood.

Interview with Ella Collier

Pop singer-songwriter Ella Collier talks about her latest single, her forthcoming album, and shares her tips for going out sober.

Sabrina Shahryar

Nov 25

Two men playing electric guitars on stage, one sticking out his tongue. Blue lights and a screen with green patterns in the background. Rock vibe.

Two men playing electric guitars on stage, one sticking out his tongue. Blue lights and a screen with green patterns in the background. Rock vibe.

Struck Dead Tour: Trivium, Jinjer, and Heriot - Winnipeg, MB

On November 22, 2025, the Struck Dead Tour rolled into Winnipeg's Burton Cummings Theatre with a triple-threat lineup built to pulverize.

Nov 25

Person in gray outfit resting head on a round table on a sunlit patio, surrounded by greenery. Red socks and a ceramic rabbit are visible.

Person in gray outfit resting head on a round table on a sunlit patio, surrounded by greenery. Red socks and a ceramic rabbit are visible.

Torri Weidinger - bunny with tunnel vision

Indie singer-songwriter Torri Weidinger delivers a riveting and deeply intimate sophomore record that cements them as one of the most emotionally fearless voices in contemporary indie-folk.

Nov 24

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Person in beanie sitting on cracked pavement, head down, with two blurred figures moving past. Birds fly above; trees in background.

Myles Lloyd - I'm Still Thinking

Montreal R&B artist Myles Lloyd has released his fourth studio album, I'm Still Thinking, out now.

Nov 21

Musician with a hat plays an acoustic guitar while seated on stage. Warm red spotlight creates a moody ambiance. Microphones are visible.

Musician with a hat plays an acoustic guitar while seated on stage. Warm red spotlight creates a moody ambiance. Microphones are visible.

Songs & Stories Tour: Julian Taylor and Logan Staats - Winnipeg, MB

On November 20, 2025, Julian Taylor and Logan Staats brought their Songs & Stories Tour to Winnipeg.

Nov 21

Singer in glasses passionately performs on stage, holding a microphone. Blue light and smoke create an energetic atmosphere.

Singer in glasses passionately performs on stage, holding a microphone. Blue light and smoke create an energetic atmosphere.

New Gold Magic Tour: Econoline Crush, Northern Royals, and Distodius - Winnipeg, MB

On November 17, 2025, Econoline Crush brought their New Gold Magic Tour to Winnipeg's Park Theatre with local support from the Northern Royals and Distodius.

Nov 20

A gothic doll-like figure with long hair and a bow is set against a swirling blue background. Text reads "The Pretty Wild" and "zero point genesis".

A gothic doll-like figure with long hair and a bow is set against a swirling blue background. Text reads "The Pretty Wild" and "zero point genesis".

The Pretty Wild - zero.point.genesis

The Pretty Wild’s long-awaited debut album, zero.point.genesis, will be released on November 21, 2025, via Sumerian Records.

Nov 19

Danko Jones - Leo Rising

Toronto rock veterans Danko Jones are back with their twelfth album, Leo Rising, out November 21, 2025.

Nov 18

A woman covered in colorful body paint poses on a blue background, casting a shadow. Her expression is calm and contemplative.

A woman covered in colorful body paint poses on a blue background, casting a shadow. Her expression is calm and contemplative.

Interview with Ana Luna

Alt-pop singer-songwriter Ana Luna talks about her debut album, Tainted Silhouettes.

Sabrina Shahryar

Nov 18

Musician with guitar smiles on stage, vibrant backdrop with red and purple hues. Another performer holds a bass guitar in the dim background.

Musician with guitar smiles on stage, vibrant backdrop with red and purple hues. Another performer holds a bass guitar in the dim background.

Welcome Back To The Plains Tour: Wyatt Flores and Noah Rinker - Winnipeg, MB

On November 15, 2025, Wyatt Flores, with special guest Noah Rinker, brought the Welcome Back To The Plains Tour to Winnipeg's Burton Cummings Theatre.

Nov 17

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