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Interview: House of Targ co-founder Paul “Yogi” Granger

James Rockso (Ottawa Showbox/Morning Metal) interviews Paul ‘Yogi’ Granger, co-founder of Ottawa’s sickest new arcade/venue House of Targ. What are your

Kvelertak, Loviatar, Dead Air Republic and Four-Stroke @ Mavericks

Six-piece Norwegian punk-metal band Kvelertak absolutely blew me away Sunday night in Ottawa. Combine the power and raw energy of

New Music: Retro Pop by The Ticket

Ottawa duo, The Ticket, officially launched their new five-song EP Retro Pop. The Ticket play great bluesy rock that reminds

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Weekend Music Roundup: May 15 – 18 Long Weekend Edition!

Looking for live music in Ottawa this long weekend? Ottawa Showbox has you covered with the Weekend Music Roundup. For

New Music: Dead Ends and Closed Doors by Dead Weights

The super cool dudes in Dead Weights have finally released a full length album! The band formed four years ago

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Contest: Win a Jeremy Fisher prize pack

Jeremy Fisher released his new album The Lemon Squeeze today, and we’re giving away some free swag! This Canadian indie music

The Slackers, Audio and Earthbound Trio @ Windsor Tavern

Delicious Ontario craft beer, a small-town tavern, and the legendary The Slackers’ sweet sweet ska sound… Friday night was amazing.

Morning Metal – Ninjaspy Interview with Joel Parent

Joel, thanks for taking the time to talk with me here on Ottawa Showbox. We’ll start with the beginning –

Saturday Morning Cartoon

Saturday Morning Cartoon: May 10

Wake up Ottawa! It’s a beautiful day for a Saturday Morning Cartoon. Happy Comiccon.

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Weekend Music Roundup: May 8 – 10

Looking for live music in Ottawa this weekend? Ottawa Showbox has you covered with the Weekend Music Roundup. For full