Back At It.

Dear WorldWide Web.

I hope your weekend was fantastic. Maybe later Marc will give you an update on his - I know he saw Extract, the new Mike Judge film at the Princess. I spent the majority of the weekend a couple hours north of here, on the beach and with some of the worlds best friends.  

A sunburn, an arrest and a lot of skids later (don't ask), I am back at my desk ready to conquer the world. 

Or at least the week. 

I just wanted to quickly make a note about something that's happening this Friday. As CAFKA gears up for it's September 18th launch, this friday is an event in conjunction called I Heart Video Art. I will be there working the door and Marc will be drink...errr schmoozing his way around. Working the room, you know?

Here's an official blurb:

Some people think that video art is like Buckley's Cough Mixture - they don't like the taste but they watch it anyway because they think it's good for them.  We beg to differ.  CAFKA’s Artistic Director Rob Ring is serving up some tasty video libations guaranteed to fill your heart with gladness.  This will be a multi-screen extravaganza not to be missed.  This is a licensed event & may contain content that is not suitable for children.

Admission: $25

CAFKA Members and Students $20

More information here.

Friends in Bellwoods 2

Just thought I would give you the heads up if you're looking for something to do this weekend.

This weekend celebrates the release of Friends in Bellwoods II, a 40-song, double-album set of rare, new and unreleased selections from some of Canada's most innovative independent musicians. The disc itself is available August 25 (today), but there are a series of release parties in Toronto throughout late August. All proceeds from the sale of the compilation go to the Daily Bread Food Bank in Toronto. And let me tell you....It's good.

The discs feature songs from Artists such as: Forest City Lovers, Basia Bulat, Great Lake Swimmers, Timber Timbre, The Acorn, Ohbijou, Waterloo's own, Bocce ....and soooooo much more. 

You can pick up the double disc for $19.99 at any of the release parties this weekend or if you're super saavy - grab it on itunes from the link here.

For those of you who aren't familiar with Toronto based Ohbijou, check out this video for one of their latest singles, New Years (video created by Exploding Motor Car).

If you ever get the chance, SEE THEM LIVE. You will fall in love. Casey Mejica is the cutest person in this world.

Actually, what am I talking about? HERE is your chance:  

Friday August 28th - Friends in Bellwoods II Release Party Part 1 - Lee's Palace (529 Bloor Street West) Ohbijou / Bocce / Forest City Lovers / Evening Hymns Doors 9 PM - 19+ - $12 in advance (On sale at Rotate This and Soundscapes next week) - $15 at the door

Saturday August 29th - Friends in Bellwoods II Release Party Part 2 - Tranzac (292 Brunswick Avenue) Short sets by : Tusks / The Acorn / Great Bloomers / Kate Rogers / Bellewoods / Kite Hill / Lisa Bozokovik / The Low Notes / Snowblink / Emma McKenna / The Phonemes / The D'urbervilles / Sebastien Grainger / Bruce Peninsula / Dinghies / Kids on TV and more

Starts 12 Noon until late - $10 at the door / $8 with a non-perishable food item

Enjoy!