Floral Park (L-R): Matt Deir, Julian Antonini, and Rob Bourrie By: Michael Drukarsh - The local craft brewery in Newmarket, The Market Brewing Company , seemed like a very appropriate place to meet for this month’s Local Artist Spotlight. The casual atmosphere suited Matt Deir, guitarist and lead vocalist, as he arrived sporting his denim and trademark cowboy boots. Following closely behind him, Julian Antonini lead guitarist and vocalist and Rob Bourrie on stand up bass an

Oshawa, Ontario's My Own Addiction. Photo By: Michael Drukarsh By: Michael Drukarsh - For this month’s local artist feature, I had the opportunity and pleasure to sit down with the members of My Own Addiction in their cozy and very cool space to learn about the past, the present and what the future holds for band members Andrew Losier on guitar, Todd Burrows on drums, Tim Reesor on bass and lead singer Alexandra “BOOTS” Augustine. Tucked away amongst the labyrinth of halls

Maldita perform live at The Concert Hall in Toronto, Ontario. Photo By: Jay Broderick By: Jay Broderick - Toronto’s hardcore scene has never lacked grit. Legendary bands like Forgotten Rebels, Bunchofuckingoofs, and even modern day Cancer Bats have kicked down the doors of dive music venues for decades, but few bands embody the genre's raw heart and cultural depth quite like Maldita . Fronted by vocalist Rosa Venenosa, I first became aware of the band during their supporting

Ted Axe performs live during Indie Night in Canada in 2023. Photo By: Jay Broderick By: Jay Broderick - Toronto’s music scene has always had its share of characters like Nash the Slash and Robbie Rox, but few carry the kind of rock‑and‑roll mythology that surrounds Ted Axe . Frontman, punk instigator, glam‑rock disciple, horror‑movie obsessive... Axe has worn many identities over the decades, and somehow they all converge into the shadow‑drenched sound he’s making today. I f

By: Jay Broderick - There is no denying that the 1980s was the golden age of heavy metal. With it brought an endless list of subgenres like thrash, death, black, and speed (not to mention the vastly inferior, yet much more popular glam and hair). If you were fortunate enough to live in and around Toronto during these times, you will fondly remember the explosion of the heavy metal lifestyle. The so-called "Headshop" popped up all over Yonge Street, where you could buy flags

Toronto's Post-Hardcore band dogwhistle. Photo Credit: Sammy Bauer By: Jay Broderick - Music... when it comes to playing it (whether you're literally playing in a band, or having it blast through your ear pods), there is nothing better than playing it loud! Hence our namesake here at LOUDTO! For safety reasons, please don't take my word for it, but there is something special about "forgetting" your earplugs before a big concert. I love it! Trust me, you will pay the next day