Montebello Rock 2019 UPDATE
If you’re ready to rock in Montebello this weekend there are a few things you should know.
Alex Martel found time to give us a quick update on what’s to come June 14th and 15th in Quebec.
See bands like Unwritten Law, MxPx, Black Flag, Venom and more in this year’s ‘nostalgic, back to the roots’ edition starting at $85 for a full weekend pass.
Buy your tickets NOW at MontebelloRock.com.
Rockfest Founder, Alex Martel, Talks Past, Present and Future of the Festival
Alex Martel talks to KiSS 1053’s Amy Volume about the future of his growing music festival, Montebello Rockfest.
“If it ends tomorrow morning, then you know, I already feel like I accomplished everything I had to accomplish with the festival.”
Is there an end in sight? What are you hungry for... maybe a band or changes to the grounds?
Alex Martel, the founder of Montebello Rockfest, grew up in Montebello with a population still listed at under 1,000. In 2005, his dreams took flight in the form of a small-scale rock music festival. Since then, the festival has grown to attract over 200,000 fans annually to the beautiful Quebec town.
62 Likes, 3 Comments - Amy Volume (@amy.volume) on Instagram: "No big deal - just chillin' with the creator of @montebellorockfest !! ⚡️Good things happen when..."
Through the festival's ups and downs which Martel calls "growing pains" residents have mostly warmed up to the fest and embrace it's economic perks. Rockfest, once solely handled by Martel, now employs a team of close-knit organizers to help support the growing needs of a maturing music festival. This allows Martel to focus on his band, Deadly Apples, who're about to embark on a very massive tour with Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson.
Tickets for Montebello Rockfest are 95% sold.
You can get yours online at: MontebelloRockfest.com
or, in person at: Top of the World,
158 Rideau St., Ottawa.
The festival hits Montebello Thursday, June 14th through Saturday, June 16th with headlining acts: Prophets of Rage, Weezer, Five Finger Death Punch, Godsmack, Tenacious D and more. Click Here for the full line-up and schedule.
See you in Montebello.
#rockfest2017 Parts 1 & 2
Video footage from Amy.Volume on Instagram covering Friday @ Rockfest in Montebello, Quebec. Footage includes clips of AFI, Dance Laury Dance, Bad Religion and The Offspring.
Video footage from Snapchat (@amyvolume):
Heading back for round two this afternoon. Looking forward to sets from Eagles of Death Metal, Alexisonfire, Queens of the Stone Age and Iggy Pop. IGGY POP!! Punk legend!!
TIPS: wear boots - wear comfy footwear that can survive the sloppy muck & mud. Maybe bring extra socks, too!
Bring cash. Sun screen. A rain coat or poncho. A hat.
Pro TIP: if you're driving, bring snacks and water in the car. After a long day at Rockfest, you'll be happy you have some H2O and sustinance for the ride home.
*Written from the perspective of a 31/f with rheumatoid arthritis (I always take Tylenol before spending all day on my feet) accessing privilidged areas reserved for Media.
QUICK HITS: OSHEAGA, Coachella & the Katy/Orlando Split
Gaga Fills Beyonce's Slot at Coachella
Lady Gaga confirms she will take Beyonce's place at the upcoming music festival in Indio, California this spring. A very pregnant Beyonce was scheduled to perform two headlining shows at Coachella but was advised by her doctors to "keep a less rigorous schedule in the coming months." Fans of Beyonce will be happy to hear that she will be back in the festival's line-up for spring 2018.
Katy Perry is single again... Sort of
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have seemingly split after a year. The couple(s reps) made a joint statement to People magazine saying "Before rumors or falsifications get out of hand, we can confirm that Orlando and Katy are taking respectful, loving space at this time."
OSHEAGA's 2017 line-up is LIT.
Here's what we know: the Weeknd, Muse and Lorde set to headline alongside other heavy acts like Major Lazer, MGMT, Crystal Castles, Run the Jewels, Solange and more.
The festival takes place August 4th, 5th and 6th in Montreal's Jean-Drapeau Park.
For passes and prices, CLICK HERE.
2017 Winterlude Fact Sheet
Want to enjoy Winterlude 2017 in Ottawa-Gatineau this year but aren't sure where to start? Here are some quick tips to get your adventure(s) planned!
There are 3 Main Locations:
- The Crystal Garden at Confederation Park & Marion Dewar Plaze (Elgin at Laurier/City Hall) - here you will find breathtaking ice sculptures, family fun and the Sub-Zero Concert Series
- The Snowflake Kingdom at Jacques-Cartier Park (Rue Laurier, Gatineau) - great for kids with snow slides and tonnes of outdoor fun
- The Rideau Canal - the world's largest skating rink
Here are some other locations to enjoy various Winterlude activities: CLICK HERE.
Winterlude runs February 3rd to the 20th with all sites open on Family Day in Ontario.
The full calendar of events can be found HERE.
Let's get to the Sub-Zero Concert Series (highlighting KiSS 105.3 artists). Concerts happen every Friday and Saturday (Feb. 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th and 19th) plus the last Sunday (Feb. 19th) @ 7:30PM, Confederation Park - CIBC Stage.
Opening night: Friday, Feb. 3rd: Karim Ouellet and Coleman Hell
Friday, Feb 10th - Alx Velix, DJ DOMENO and Trevor Guthrie
Saturday, Feb 11th - Canada 150 Signature Concert
Saturday, Feb. 18th - David Usher
Sunday, Feb. 19th - Scott Helman and more