Interviews

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Winnipeg’s Big & Bright

3Peat just ooze authenticity. With their laid back vibes, matched with their genuine talent, and exuberant passion for their craft it’s no wonder why they’ve become one of Winnipeg’s premiere hip-hop acts.

We sat down with Steve, E.GG and Dill The Giant ahead of their May 20th show at the Goodwill Social Club, to talk history, Hip-Hop and how Peg City breeds the hardest working musicians in the country.

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Back for More – Bleed American Reunite

Fans everywhere were filled with disappointment when Winnipeg’s Bleed American called a hiatus in December 2015. Despite the best efforts of many artists, sometimes life and other commitments stand in the way of rock & roll dreams. This was the case for the popular pop-punk quintet. After a year and a half and one tragic ordeal, that thing called life that once dissolved the group has now brought them back together. We spoke with vocalist/guitarist Jordan Voth about their new music, their plans for 2017 and the experience that brought the band together.

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Mother of Sound

Olivia Mayes lives and breathes music. The founder/owner of Wolfsbane Music Co. – management label, music site and promotion company – started her career as a YouTube star showcasing bands from her hometown of Indianapolis. Since then, she’s tackled every aspect of music management: from running shows, booking, advising to promoting and creating full marketing plans for her bands.

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Behind the Hustle

Winnipeg’s R&B and hip-hop scene is about to discover its new MVP. Nicole Havs has been singing for years as backup and guest vocals for various acts, but now she’s stepping into her own spotlight. With new gigs and collaborations lining up one after another, it’s clear this momentum won’t be slowing down as she reels in the rewards of her constant hustle.

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A New Found Sound

A Vicious Kind just broke out into Winnipeg’s music scene, and the new alt-rock band has no plans on holding anything back. We sat down with the musician behind AVK to discuss his new single, W.T.W.C. (Wounds That We Carry), growth as a musician, finding his way to his own musical happiness and his plans for the future.

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Creative Catalyst

Neon, indie, alternative, pop – however you want to describe it, the music by singer/songwriter Lukr is just plain brilliant. Through various collaborations and stylistic explorations, the Nashville-based artist hopes to shatter the stereotypes and blur the lines that used to define what made a great pop song. Lukr takes us through his transition from band member to solo artist, the value of working with others and the emotional rollercoaster that is being a musician.