Who keeps the Edmonton music scene alive?
Photos by Terence J. Fougere/The Griff A look at some of Edmonton’s most storied venues. From punk to folk, Indie and rock, R&B or Jazz, every genre of music has a space here in Edmonton. In order for these communities to thrive, they need somewhere to play. Places that cultivate the musical culture unique to Edmonton. Enter some of the venues that give the scene its life. The Naked Cyber Cafe The Naked Cyber Cafe has lived in the heart of the city for the past 30 years. Located on 108 Street, the venue features coffee, snacks, computers, and most importantly, a stage. Every Thursday, Edmonton local and Cyber Cafe’s owner, Bob Ligertwood, opens the stage to any and all musicians who are finding their footing in a live performance...
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ECO-SAMU is an exciting new initiative of the Students’ Association of MacEwan University (SAMU). Macey Edem Nortey, the programs manager at SAMU, has created and developed the program, basing it...
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The Canadian Prayer Rug
During Islamic Heritage Month, MacEwan University hosted the Canadian Prayer Rug in Allard Hall and is looking to make it a permanent fixture at the school. The Canadian Prayer Rug was a...
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