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By Peter Hemminger

As part of a continuing mission to keep culture alive in Calgary, the Beat Niq Jazz & Social Club will be hosting the release of Ralf Buschmeyer and John Hyde’s new disc, Manic Thematic. For a mere $20, ($25 at the door), attendees will receive a copy of the disc and be treated to some… Continue reading Ralf Buschmeyer and John Hyde interviews

By Kris Kotarski

With a former coach’s name on the door, and the same coach’s stuff still filling the office, the newest face on the Dinos football coaching staff tries to get his life in order. But as he wades through the mess, an overwhelming feeling of enthusiasm engulfs him. After 14 years of coaching and travelling, Dave… Continue reading Johnson + Fasano = Vanier Cup?

By John Smith

‘s new album, , is one of the most generic rock albums I have ever heard. Taking your typical guitar and bass riffs and placing them on standard hi-hat and snare drum beats, the band doesn’t even have catchy sing-along choruses to get people through their bland new rock. Vocalist

By Bebe Vocong

"Oh what a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive," best describes the underlying theme in Run For Your Wife. This comedy tells the story of John Smith (J. Sean Elliot), a seemingly ordinary British taxi driver whose double life slowly unravels after a simple heroic deed. John has been living in… Continue reading Dinner and a comedy

By Tax-hating Old Man

The University of Calgary sent shockwaves across the nation Wednesday by announcing they have signed an exclusivity contract with Conservatism, in exchange for an undisclosed sum. Such a deal–tying a public institution to a specific political ideology in exchange for cash–is unprecedented in Canada. "We’re thrilled to announce our new partnership with the forces of… Continue reading Contract sparks U of C nancy-boy exodus

By David Song

As the opening ceremonies ignite in Sochi this week, hockey fans across a dozen nations will find themselves biting their nails as their country battles to bring home the coveted Olympic gold medal. Each country has sent their best and even the weaker squads will fight bitterly for a chance to reach the podium. Nevertheless,… Continue reading Who wins in Sochi?

By Kate Jacobson

Over the break, the five coloured rings marking the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics started appearing on TV. The games draw nearer alongside the controversy created by the Russian government’s remarks towards the LGBT community. With the opening ceremonies drawing closer, the opportunity for a boycott has slipped away much to the disappointment of many social… Continue reading Leaving the torch in the wrong hands