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The Secret History of Outkast's 'Speakerboxxx/The Love Below:' the Last Truly Great Double Album

We break down the creation of Outkast’s Speakerboxxx/The Love Below double album, through stories from many of its coveted collaborators

“All thanks due to the most high for this one, all day long,” declared Big Boi at the Staples Center in 2004. Outkast had just stepped on the Grammys stage to accept the Album of the Year award. “Music is rockin’ like never before.”

This is the same rapper who stood alongside his partner, André 3000, at The Source Awards in 1995, when the famous words “The so
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Montrealers continue to have an impact in the NBA offseason

For fans of theoretical scenarios, the NBA offseason can be just as exciting as the playoffs. The dreamers of the world share a fantastic feeling during this “what if…?” time of year.

As time goes by, Canada continues to make a large impact on the league. We have some big shoes to fill in the coming years. Yet there is no denying that each season creates more heroes hailing from our country than the last.

The 2021 offseason has plenty of potential for Canadians. I, for one, am crossing both my
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Meet Kallitechnis, the Montreal songstress dreaming in colour

Born Cassandra Kouremenos, the singer grew up as an only child to a Greek family based in the Park Extension neighbourhood. “I had a very blessed childhood, very loving parents,” she describes. “My parents were willing to give me every opportunity possible, put me in the best circumstances in terms of the academic world and extracurricular activities.”

Throughout her formative years, Kalli had a fascination with emotions and the inner-workings of the mind, leading her to pursue a Bachelor’s deg
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Montreal’s Karim Mane signs with Orlando Magic

The first player ever to go to the NBA straight from CEGEP.

Montreal’s own Abdou Karim Mane has made history by signing with the NBA’s Orlando Magic. Mane becomes the first player to join the league directly from CEGEP, having attended Vanier College from 2017 to 2020.

Playing for Canada at last year’s FIBA Under-19 World Cup, the 20-year-old put up impressive stats. The Dakar-born, Montreal-raised ballplayer averaged 11.7 points and 4.4 rebounds.

Mane’s signing also marks the first time two
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5 must-have accessories you should be rocking at music festivals

As we head deeper into August, we’re all (hopefully) already in festival mode. While Canada is also known to keep the party going all winter long , the summer and fall seasons across the country feature a wide array of events celebrating music, arts, food and culture. Many Canadian festivals are popular for bringing A-List international talent in a short matter of days, though just about all of them truly flourish in their ability to showcase some of the greatest homegrown talent.

With so much
Okayplayer •

11 Montreal Producers to Keep Your Eyes On

Even without a city-defining sound, Montreal musicians have seized the moment. Here are 11 Montreal producers you should know about.

This March, producer extraordinaire Kaytranada made history at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards. Kaytra won two awards – Best Best Dance/Electronic Album for Bubba and Best Dance Recording for the Kali Uchis-featured “10%.” He became the first Black and openly gay artist to win the former award.

As a producer from Montreal, Kaytranada’s wins were a win for the city
Okayplayer •

10 Montreal R&B Singers You Should Be Checking For

When it comes to R&B, Montreal offers tons to explore, and we’re here to help you get started. Here is a list of 10 Montreal R&B singers you should know about.

Toronto has had enough shine. The dominance of Drake has done wonders for many Canadian artists, but the country has far more talent beyond The Six.

With cheap rent and a diverse musical community, Montreal has a reputation as a creative mecca for aspiring artists. It’s a small big city, one that is easily navigable via bike or transit,
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Nate Husser takes his victory lap on 23+

As the old saying goes, ballers want to be rappers and rappers want to be ballers. In Montreal’s hip-hop scene, Little Burgundy emcee Nate Husser is the LeBron James of his city. 23+ is the final installment in a series of three EPs from the rapper, all titularly themed around the fruitful career of the beloved basketball star.

“It's like, minus 23, then 6° and now 23+,” says the rapper before diving into the meaning behind the trilogy. “What inspired this concept was pretty much my situation c
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Carey Price is expected to play the first game of the NHL season

Carey Price is expected to play the first game of the NHL season

Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price will be ready to play at the top of the forthcoming season, confirms head coach Dominique Ducharme. The good news was announced via a press conference earlier this afternoon.

Speaking live from training camp at the Bell Sports Complex, here is what coach Ducharme had to say in regards to Price.

“We built a program for him to get back into playing shape. He’s skating right now, though. He’s g