Democratic Revolution – Eye Weekly (2.4.10)

February 7, 2010 by Chris Bilton

A cover story on the options for improving democracy in Toronto municipal politics: Time for a Democratic Revolution.

Yeasayer review – Eye Weekly (2.4.10)

February 7, 2010 by Chris Bilton

Yeasayer’s Odd Blood turns this naysayer around.

Spoon’s Transference reviewed – EYE (1.20.10)

February 7, 2010 by Chris Bilton

It’s hard to live up to Spoon’s near-perfect catalogue, even for Spoon. For any other band, Transference would be a high water mark, for Spoon it’s just pretty good.

Dinosaur Jr. live – Eye Weekly (1.22.10)

January 27, 2010 by Chris Bilton

Makin’ the Freak Scene with a Murph-less Dinosaur Jr. entails ample guitar solos and a veritable hit parade of slacker classics. Needless to say, their sold out show at the Phoenix was enough to cure any early-’90s nostalgia.

Lou Barlow interview – Eye Weekly (1.20.10)

January 27, 2010 by Chris Bilton

A chat with Mr. Sebadoh himself, Lou Barlow, on the event of Dinosaur Jr.’s return to Toronto.

Owen Pallett review & live – Eye Weekly (1.6.10)

January 21, 2010 by Chris Bilton

The artist formerly known as Final Fantasy releases Heartland, his best work yet, and then plays a mighty fine show at the Mod Club in Toronto.

Blitzkrieged Bop – Eye Weekly (12.8.09)

December 22, 2009 by Chris Bilton

With confirmation that Toronto’s home of heavy music, The Big Bop, will be closing in 2010, Fucked Up’s Damaian “Pink Eyes” Abraham and the venue’s manager talk about all-aged shows, crust punk passion and the state of Queen and Bathurst.

Anatomy of a Facebook protest – EYE (12.15.09)

December 22, 2009 by Chris Bilton

One message leads to a deluge of backlash against Dancehall superstar Beenie Man’s scheduled appearance in Toronto.

Tom Waits review – Eye Weekly (11.18.09)

December 15, 2009 by Chris Bilton

Tom Waits delivers a take-home version of his Glitter & Doom tour. Best enjoyed while stirring your brandy with a nail.

Devo live – Eye Weekly (11.24.09)

December 15, 2009 by Chris Bilton

Bust out your energy domes, it’s time for some devolution. Devo play Freedom of Choice in its entirety.