Bluesfest Preview: Q&A with High Valley’s Brad Rempel
Can High Valley get much higher? You better believe it!
Etheridge Stax Up the Soul at Bluesfest
Some musicians go through multiple wardrobe changes over the courses of a show. Melissa Etheridge goes through an arsenal of guitars. That and a whole lot of soul.
Moore / Mustard at Bluesfest
Highlights from Day 2 of the fest!
Bluesfest Spotlight: Leading the Volunteers
In the first of Ottawa Life Magazine’s spotlight on RBC Bluesfest volunteers, we talk with Anna Wood, HR Manager for Volunteer Services.
What To See In Ottawa And How To See It
If you’re thinking of getting away this summer, consider a trip to the vibrant city of Ottawa.
Taylor Knox Makes His Own Name
Photo by Whether you know it or not, Taylor Knox has been in or supported at least one of your favourite Canadian bands. Playing with Alvvays, The Golden Dogs, Luke Doucet and Owen Pallett to name a few, Knox has quite the pedigree before starting his own solo career.
Gabriela Dabrowski Makes History With Mixed Doubles Win
Ottawa’s very own Gabriela Dabrowski made Canadian history at the 2017 French Open, becoming the first Canadian woman to win a Grand Slam title with her 2-6, 6-2, 12-10 mixed doubles win.
Bluesfest’s Local Flair – Part 2
Continuing our series of amazing local artists, we talk to another five amazing local acts to see why they'll excite you and who excites them.
Bluesfest Goes Country!
Toby Keith begins Bluesfest with some country twang.
Sam Roberts Band Kicks off Blues Fest 2017
Ottawa Life’s Festival City Series is back! We'll provide a unique look at some of your favourite events. We’ll go beyond the music with artist interviews, volunteer profiles, concert reviews and spotlights on the tastes, sights and sounds of the festival season. Your city! Your festivals and events! Like a good sunscreen, Ottawa Life has you covered. […]
In Focus: Festival Photography
A snapshot of Ottawa's festival photographers.
It’s time to tear down the “welfare wall” for persons with disabilities
A federal disability benefit could be modelled on the GIS for seniors
The Other Side of Reason – Lucidity
Involved in a bus accident that took the lives of six people, David Gibson has been battling through PTSD for over three years. In an effort to better understand himself and to communicate with others, he turned to writing. His first book was The Other Side of Reason: A Journal on PTSD, available now via petrabooks.ca. This column continues that text.
Music & Beyond Looks at 150 Years of Canadian Music
In celebration of Canada 150, Music & Beyond presents “150 Years of Music in Canada,” a series of five concerts showcasing Canadian music from the era of Confederation up to now.
Emmy Alcorn Brings Black-Canadian Stories to the Forefront in The West Woods
Canada Scene continues to showcase different Canadian stories, talents and experiences this weekend with its special presentation of Nova Scotia-based Mulgrave Road Theatre’s critically acclaimed play The West Woods.
Bluesfest’s Local Flair – Part 1
Given there's so many great acts playing at Bluesfest, we've talked to some of can't miss artists in the local scene to let you know who they are, why you should see them and who they can't wait to see.
Q&A: Pokey LaFarge
Pokey LaFarge is set to the take the Bluesville Stage tomorrow at RBC Bluesfest.
The Year Canadians Lost Their Minds and Found Their Country: The Centenary of 1967
Celebrate Canada 150 with a look back at our centennial!
You Might Be from Canada if…
You Might be From Canada if… is a delightful, illustrated romp through this country as it celebrates its 150th birthday.
Capital Ukrainian Festival Returns with Party of Culture
Want to take a trip to Ukraine without needing to pack your bags and passport? For the last three years, the Capital Ukrainian Festival has brought all the colourful culture, music, art and especially food to the Nation’s Capital.
Music and Beyond with the Kronos Quartet
David Harrington, founder and violinist of the renowned Kronos Quartet, reflects on a career of boundary pushing music.
Music & Beyond Preview: Myriam Leblanc
Myriam Leblanc is considered as one of the emerging lyric sopranos in Canada's opera scene. Her concert on July 5 is not to be missed. It will be a duo of singing and piano that will span beautiful music from all genre from Mozart to Barber.
Five Tips to Keep Your Bluesfest Rockin’!
A guide of some advice and tips to make sure you have the most rockin’ time ever!
One on One with the CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival
We chat with CEO of TIFF, Piers Handling, about coming Festival.
Hot New Businesswear Startup Setting up Shop in Ottawa
They’ve built up considerable hype in Toronto. And for just two days, they’ll be bringing their hip, modern designer fashion to Ottawa.
