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February 2007
Canadian Music Week Guide
With 500 international artists playing over four nights at 40 different venues, it’s tough to separate the sensational from the second-rate. A sneak peek at some of the festival’s best and brightest By Jason Anderson
Rock Plaza Central
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March 7
CMW 2007 kicks off with a rather incongruous but nonetheless impressive roster of artists at the Indies. The awards show offers something for every hipster: The Stills, Wolfmother, Priestess, Cadence Weapon and Rough Trade. Read more...
March 8
Despite the unfamiliar, cryptic-looking names on the bill—Ohbijou, Frida Hyvönen and Under Byen—Eye Weekly's showcase promises an evening of dreamy soundscapes. Read more ...
March 9
Public Enemy is back—with Chuck D still at the helm and newly minted reality TV star Flavor Flav at his side. Read more...
Two of the country’s breakout bands, Montreal-based Besnard Lakes and whimsically odd Toronto roots rockers Rock Plaza Central, perform at one of CMW's coolest bills. Read more...
Chart magazine’s annual showcases at the Horseshoe Tavern are an essential stop for any CMW club crawler; the presence of Peter Elkas, Mother Mother and You Say Party! We Say Die make the Friday edition downright unmissable. Read more...
March 10
British girl-group sensation The Pipettes make their Toronto debut. Read more...
Winnipeg-bred, Vancouver-based singer-songwriter Joel Kroeker performs songs from his mellow new album. Read more...
Canadian Music Week runs March 7 to 10 at various venues. 905-858-4747, www.cmw.net
