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STAGE DIVES: Mitski's Laurel Hell at Massey Hall
Our new podcast episode on Mitski's freakishly well received concert in Toronto for her Laurel Hell tour.
Jared Marshall
March 22, 2022 3:39 PM
Introducing Stage Dives, Our Concert Review Podcast
We'll be breaking down the best tours coming into town and why these artists are putting thousands of butts in seats.
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March 12, 2022 11:38 AM
Julia Garner and Florence Pugh Still in the Running to Play Madonna; Alexa Demie, Sky Ferreira Also Auditioned
The process has been called grueling and involves long hours of singing and dancing sessions with Madonna herself.
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March 3, 2022 11:43 AM
Osheaga Announce 2022 Lineup: Foo Fighters, A$AP Rocky, Dua Lipa
IDLES, Mitski, Turnstile, and Freddie Gibbs round out first Osheaga in three years.
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February 23, 2022 10:52 AM
THE BACKSPACE BRIEF (1/27): Stuff You Should Know About That Happened This Week
A Meat Loaf becomes a Martyr, Euphoria Stories, and the When We Were Young Backlash plus more.
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January 27, 2022 9:00 AM
Here Are All the Songs From That Massive New Year’s Eve House Party in Euphoria S02E01
📈: HBO's budget on Euphoria.
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January 10, 2022 6:39 PM
All of our 2021 End of Year Content In One Place
Joe Rogen podcast not actually included in coverage*
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December 14, 2021 10:54 AM
Here Are the 2022 Grammy Nominations and Why Everybody is So Pissed Off Again
Spoilers: Marilyn Manson is nominated for Rap Song, Louis C.K. got one over Bo Burnham, and Drake was left with scraps.
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November 23, 2021 2:12 PM
Taylor Swift Releases New Version of Iconic Red, Decimates Spotify Before Album is Even Available
The smiling overlord has overlapped the cultural discourse with appearances on all three NBC late night programs and ten minute version of “All Too Well.”
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November 12, 2021 11:49 AM
Every Important Tidbit Adele Told Rolling Stone
It’s long and paywalled so we thought we’d do you a favour.
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November 11, 2021 5:44 PM
Trailer Arrives For Bill Simmons-produced Controversial Alanis Morissette Documentary Jagged: Watch
Alanis is notably not giving interviews or publicizing the film for inaccuracies regarding her abuse experiences.
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November 9, 2021 6:30 PM
Adele Reveals Snippet of 30 song “Hold On” in New Commercial For Amazon: Watch
Spoiler Alert: the shit is beautiful.
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November 8, 2021 12:38 PM
The Polaris Prize Ceremony is on Monday and 8 of the 10 Nominees are from Ontario
The people at SMACK have rounded up the artists we think should take home the prize for best Canadian album of the year.
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September 23, 2021 10:30 AM
#FreeBritney Pt. II: Britney Spears Back in Court
As the high-profile case hits another tentpole today, SMACK fills you in on everything that has happened since Britney hit the stand on June 23.
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July 14, 2021 10:15 AM
Britney Breaks Her Silence: Everything You Need to Know About the #FreeBritney Trial.
Britney Spears is due in court today in a much talked about appearance in the fight for control of her life.
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June 23, 2021 11:00 AM
The Polaris Prize Shortlist of Nominees Have Been Announced
The non-profit organization declared ten albums for selection of the best Canadian album.
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July 16, 2020 1:55 PM
Ticketmaster Changed Their Refund Policy and People are Livid
The alteration came with no announcement and now only lists cancellation as a basis for refund.
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July 14, 2020 2:50 PM
Primavera Sound Announces 2021 Lineup
The iconic Barcelona festival adjusts its postponed 20th anniversary incarnation.
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May 27, 2020 2:50 PM
New Disclosure Album ENERGY Officially On the Way
The record’s announcement comes with a full statement and the video for its first single.
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May 21, 2020 12:55 PM
New Frank Ocean Songs Finally Available to Stream
“Dear April” and “Cayendo” were previously available as vinyl exclusives.
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April 3, 2020 1:30 AM
The Childish Gambino Album is Here
Superstar Donald Glover surprise released his fourth commercial release in the middle of the night.
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March 22, 2020 5:45 PM
The Weeknd Announces Massive Tour For “After Hours”
The new wave R&B icon will hit the road throughout Summer and Fall with a revolutionary stage design.
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February 20, 2020 3:32 PM
What Went Down At The Brit Awards
Less awards and better performances led to a politically charged, tighter show
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February 19, 2020 12:25 PM
The Grammys Hosted a Massive Prince Tribute Concert Last Night
St. Vincent, H.E.R., The Time, Beck, Sheila E., Gary Clark Jr. and many more celebrated The Purple One in L.A. last night.
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January 29, 2020 8:00 PM
Grammygate
Deborah Dugan is putting the Recording Academy through Hell and revealing corruption, electoral fraud and misconduct through its ranks.
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January 23, 2020 6:28 PM
DECADE END LISTS BY BLOG
what do Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, and Stereogum have in common? A lot.
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December 28, 2019 12:03 PM
A DUMMY’S GUIDE TO THE MUSIC MODERNIZATION ACT
SMACK explains the MMA.
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November 5, 2019 5:40 PM
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STAGE DIVES: Avril Lavigne: Bite Me @ Coca Cola Coliseum
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The Adele Brief: Queen Gets What Queen Wants
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January 29, 2020 8:00 PM
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January 23, 2020 6:28 PM
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