i <3 montreal

I’m also a big fan of New Orleans. Like, a lot.

This short doc explains (to straight people) what the whole bounce thing is about and how Big Freedia fits into the mix. And guess what? Big Freedia is coming to Pop Montreal! Check this space for more coverage of the festival, along with interview (fingers crossed) with Carol Pope.

ALSO. ce soir. SO-Called plays the Montreal Jewish Music Festival at Sala Rossa. Check it.

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