RANGE, West (2025)

01/14/2025

Preview: PuSh Fest’s 20th Anniversary Flips Contemporary Performance Art on Its Head

From Jan. 23 to Feb. 9, returns to ✨This year’s lineup features works from 13 countries, with electrifying performances in theatre, dance, music, and multimedia.

RANGE has rounded up five must-see performances you won’t want to miss—head over to readrange.com to learn more before you choose your own adventure! 💫

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01/14/2025

“If we understood how vulnerable we were, we would not be ignoring climate change. We’re all living in the same soup.”

RANGE recently sat down with ’s Tamara Lindeman on the heels of her project’s new album, Humanhood, to discuss the complex interplay of personal trust, climate activism, and finding connection in a world rife with misinformation.

Humanhood drops Jan. 17 via . Read the full interview online now at readrange.com (LINK IN BIO) ⛓️

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01/13/2025

We had so much fun at Sum 41’s Farewell Show in Vancouver!

Saturday night in felt like it was the beloved Warped Tour era of the early aughts, with endless good vibes and an excellent triple bill of pop punk mayhem for the second night of the Canadian leg of ’s farewell tour.

Rounded out by Vancouver mainstays and Toronto heavyweights , this was an unforgettable night complete with mosh pits, pyro, and endless singalongs.

Read our full review online now at readrange.com 🤘

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01/09/2025

FREQUENCY FORECAST 2025 ✨

We’re kicking off the year with our list of Canadian artists we think are about to blow up in 2025. From soulful innovators to genre-bending risk-takers, these 10 talents are ready to dominate your playlists. 🎶

✨ Featuring: Aaron Paris, FIONN, Maddie Jay, Charlie Houston, Gavin McLeod, Naya Ali, Christian Sean, Young Friend, Diamond Cafe, and more.

🔗 Hit the link in bio to meet these rising stars, hear their stories, and find out tech they’re using to fuel their creativity this year.

🎤 Who’s on your radar for 2025? Drop your picks in the comments!

01/08/2025

Interview: Franz Ferdinand Are Facing Their Fears 🎸

Frontman Alex Kapranos talks to RANGE about the power of audacity and the band’s bold leap into The Human Fear, their genre-blending sixth studio album, out January 10 via . 🎤💥

From the tension of cultural identity to navigating personal milestones, Kapranos reflects on embracing contradictions and pushing boundaries—proving that after 22 years, ’s spark is as audacious as ever.

Read the full feature online now at readrange.com and in the Winter Print Edition of RANGE Magazine — LINK IN BIO ⛓️‍💥

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01/07/2025

Interview: Unearthing Nosferatu’s Experimental Sounds From Beyond the Grave 🪦

Dive into the haunting and hypnotic world of Nosferatu’s score with British-Irish composer . ✨ In our exclusive interview, Carolan reveals the secrets behind his genre-defying music for Robert Eggers’ reimagining of the iconic vampire tale.

“We knew we wanted the music to be scary, but also romantic, because Nosferatu is, in a lot of ways, a fu**ed up love story.”

From a 40-person choir singing in a forgotten language to agonizing string experiments inspired by dark pop and 20th-century classical music, Carolan’s work redefines what horror can sound like.

is in theatres now. Sink your teeth into this interview online now at readrange.com (LINK IN BIO) 🩸

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01/06/2025

We are excited to be kicking off 2025 with Marlaena Moore as our January cover star!

>> https://readrange.com/marlaena-moore-because-you-love-everything-interview/

The Montreal-based pop-rock sensation invited RANGE into her home to talk about her upcoming album, Because You Love Everything (out Jan. 17), embracing creativity, and finding freedom in letting go of expectations.

Dive into Moore’s multi-dimensional world filled with emotional storytelling and misfit treasures (including the sword she’s wielding on our cover, which she bought from a kid at a flea market! 👀)

📅 And don’t miss her album launch party in Montreal on Jan. 24 at La Sala Rossa with Sasha Cay.

Here’s to a year full of discovery, inspiration, and loving everything! 💛

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Photo/Videos: Loïcia Samson

12/23/2024

What films got you this year? 🍿🔥

In a chaotic year that yielded BRAT summer, an all-encompassing rap beef, and a record number of national elections, the cinema provided not only a much-needed respite but also a sombre, seething reflection of our terminally online and increasingly confused world. It’s only fitting that the year that felt like one strange movie heralded a steady stream of exciting and challenging experiences.

From electrifying horrors to genre-defying epics, this year end list of best films not only entertained but challenged the way we see the world.

Check out our full list compiled by RANGE Magazine’s Film and TV editor online now at readrange.com 🔗 LINK IN BIO

12/19/2024

🚨 PREMIERE 🚨 Montreal’s garage rock weirdos PyPy are back with a surreal, scorching new video for “Poodle Wig,” the latest single from their sophomore album Sacred Times! 🐩✨

Think half-man, half-poodle voyeurism meets psychedelic animation—courtesy of Arturo Baston ()—set to the fiery sound only PyPy can deliver. 🔥

Head to 🔗 readrange.com now to read our interview with .band and watch the exclusive premiere! 🎥✨

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12/12/2024

Meet Elliot C. Way: musician, community leader, and founder of Roll for Warmth, a grassroots initiative bringing warmth and compassion to Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside.

With the help of The Rolling Thunder Van Club and their fleet of vintage vans, Elliot collects and distributes thousands of pounds of blankets, coats, and supplies to those in need during Vancouver’s coldest months.

This December, and the are also hosting two benefit concerts to support the cause:

🎶 Ballads for Blankets – Dec. 12
🎄 A Country Christmas – Dec. 20

Check out readrange.com to learn more about this incredible initiative, and join the effort to keep our community warm this winter. ❤️

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12/11/2024

🌌 Step into the void with Holy Void. 🌌

>> https://readrange.com/holy-void-interview/

The Winnipeg sextet’s new album All Will Be Revealed In Time (out Dec. 13) dives into the depths of human fragility, mysticism, and mortality through hypnotic psych-rock and haunting string arrangements.

RANGE caught up with Michael Henderson-Castle and Danny Hacking to talk about cults, haunted houses, and why their music feels like an eternal cosmic trip.

Catch them Dec. 13 at the West End Cultural Centre. Read our interview with Holy Void online now at readrange.com ✨

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12/11/2024

The The JUNO Awards are coming back to the west coast in 2025 — and so is JUNOfest!

Remember the last time The JUNO Awards hit Vancouver? The city came alive during JUNOfest week, featuring unforgettable performances from artists like Cadence Weapon, The Courtneys, and the iconic Maestro Fresh Wes (pictured).

Now, it’s your turn to be part of the magic. With the JUNO Awards returning to the west coast in 2025, this is your chance to take the stage and shine at JUNOfest, Canada’s biggest celebration of music.

Calling all solo artists and bands! Applications are open now through Jan. 3, 2025. Don’t miss this moment to share your sound with the world.

>> Apply to perform today at JUNOfestsubmissions.ca

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12/10/2024

Our preview of the Just For Laughs Vancouver 2025 lineup is live and believe us when we say it's stacked!

>> https://readrange.com/just-for-laughs-vancouver-2025-preview/

Comedy legends like Jerry Seinfeld, Margaret Cho, and Kumail Nanjiani are headlining alongside 70+ shows featuring rising stars, viral sensations, and everything in between.

From stand-up to live podcasts to the iconic Block Party, this is the comedy event you don’t want to miss. Catch the full lineup and highlights now at readrange.com 🤭

📅 February 13–23, 2025

Who’s your must-see comedian this year?
Let us know in the comments below! 👇

12/05/2024

Premiere: WAIT//LESS Turn Up The Heat With Debut Single “Hot Girl”

Check out this satirical punk anthem from one of our favourite emerging bands making noise right now. Directed by , WAIT//LESS flips the script on objectification and dares you to embrace the chaos.

Catch the exclusive premiere online now and dive into our interview with the band in RANGE Magazine (.range)’s winter print edition where we get the inside scoop on their unapologetically brash energy, social commentary, and why they’re the hottest foursome coming out of the West Coast.

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12/04/2024

Interview: Night Court Turns On The $HIT MACHINE

The Vancouver punk trio are keeping the (s)hit train rolling. From raw pandemic-era beginnings to a full-fledged indie-punk powerhouse, delivers fun and scrappy tracks that don’t last long but somehow stay with you — like !

Read our interview online now at readrange.com to learn how Emilor, Dave-O, and Jiffy are keeping things honest, timeless, and a little rough around the edges.

And catch them live on tour now or in for their vinyl release party Dec. 7 at 🤘

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12/02/2024

✨ RANGE Magazine’s Winter 2024/25 Print Edition is HERE!

The new issue is packed to the brim, featuring the stylish and incredibly talented Montreal songwriter Lubalin on the cover.

>> https://readrange.com/product/winter-2024-print-edition/

You might know Lubalin from his viral TikTok series turning internet drama into songs, but his debut album, haha, no worries (out Dec. 6 via Cult Nation), is an entirely different vibe: moody, stylish R&B infused with drum & bass and indie pop.

Lubalin’s star power doesn’t stop there—he’s collaborated with Charlotte Cardin and earned Juno nominations for Songwriter and Producer of the Year. After catching his electric debut performance at M POUR MONTRÉAL/M FOR MONTREAL this year we were hooked.

This winter edition of RANGE also includes our Top 50 Canadian Albums of 2024, alongside plenty more year-in-review content to close out the year in style while looking ahead.

Order your copy now at readrange.com (LINK IN BIO). And as soon as this stupid postal strike ends, it’ll be in your mailbox — hot off the press! 📬🔥

11/27/2024

We can’t wait to present two shows this weekend featuring one of the hottest emerging alt-emo superstars — Montreal-based Delachute✨

📍 Vancouver – Nov. 29 at The Waldorf
📍 Calgary – Nov. 30 at Modern Love

Performing tracks from his hauntingly beautiful debut album Canal, the masked melancholic mastermind crafts a soundscape inspired by his time working in the prison system.

RANGE is also giving away TWO pairs of tickets for EACH show! Here’s how to enter:

1️⃣ Comment below and tag who you’d bring.
2️⃣ Share this post to your IG story and tag us!

Winners announced on Thursday at 3PM PST/4PM EST.

Dive into Delachute’s world by reading RANGE Magazine’s exclusive feature online NOW at readrange.com ⛓️

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