Legendary Newfoundland and Labrador musician Ron Hynes sung the stories of his people. From being the first Newfoundlander to ...
Because of its unique history and strong sense of identity, Newfoundland holds a singular place in the world of traditional music. The island’s original settlers — mainly fishermen profiting from the ...
What happens when one of Canada’s leading choirs invites two of Newfoundland and Labrador’s most iconic folk artists to ...
The music community is remembering Ron Hynes on the 10th anniversary of his passing. Considered by many to be one of ...
Program notes, texts ([12] p.)inserted in slipcase. Performer(s): Sung by Alan Mills, with guitar. Table of contents Kelligrews soiree (2:36) --Tickle Cove Pond (3:27) --As I roved out (1:20) --Time ...
Ian Foster sees Newfoundland music as a tapestry of many different colours and threads. “I think sometimes artists can get caught up in intellectualizing what a place is when it comes to their music.
New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center will present Anita Best for an evening of stories and songs from Newfoundland and Labrador on Thursday, Sept. 6, 7 p.m. Best was born on the island of Merasheen on ...
When members of Great Big Sea suggested they add a second CD of traditional folk songs to their 2004 pop-rock album, "Something Beautiful," Warner Canada label executives were less than encouraging.
Christmas music can inspire feelings of warmth and trigger fond memories, but it can also annoy the hell out of you and make ...