Category: Pop
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NICO S/S 2017
NICO is one of Montreal’s most colourful labels and last week Montreal was treated to a look at the hotly anticipated new spring/summer 2017 collection. We gathered at the trendy W Hotel’s Plateau Lounge for a front-row look the Mediterranean inspired collection of delightfully patterned tunics, colour blocked shirts and seductive swimwear. Featured below are…
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Main And Local
The thing about Montreal is that whether you were born here, you moved here or just spend a weekend from time to time, there’s something special about our city that sticks with you. Montreal is creative, it’s vibrant and it moves to the beat of something different for those who love it. I started DJNL…
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Sex And The City
Sarah Jessica Parker is at it again. While the Internet went crazy yesterday with the cast of Will & Grace reuniting for a special scene supporting American Presidential hopeful, Hillary Clinton, a little piece of Sex and the City news went almost unnoticed. Yesterday Entertainment Weekly reported via EW.com that Sarah Jessica Parker has once…
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Five To Follow
Follow these acounts to fill your Instagram with things other than cats and brunch. @bestofyul A photo posted by Best of YUL (@bestofyul) on Dec 14, 2015 at 6:58am PST “Exploring Montreal’s most established institutions” is his tagline but this highly addictive and completely hilarious Instagram account reviews anything but. He spends his days…
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PK Subban
Montreal Festival Mode&Design promotes local brands and helps fashion enthusiasts discover new artists and designers. From August 15th to the 20th, Montrealers attending the festival had the possibility to participate in conferences, visit on site pop-up shops, fashion shows and of course, the VIP private events! Tuesday, August 16th, the famous hockey player, PK Subban invited…
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The DJNL 10/ONE30
Welcome to the DJNL 10/ONE30, a recurring run down and review of the current top ten iTunes Hot Tracks. Each week I will listen to the 1:30 preview of the first ten Hot Track songs and tell you what I think. All singles are available for purchase on iTunes and links are provided in the…
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A Scent Of Luxury
I was first introduced to the Karl Winters luxury fragrance company while getting pampered at the W Hotel earlier this year. The company caught my eye (and my nose) with their beautifully presented collections of home fragrances, soaps and more. I’ve always been a big fan of perfumes, colognes and candles that have the ability…
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Comiccon 2016
Montreal’s Comiccon keeps growing in numbers from one year to the next. A couple of weeks ago our lovely city played host to the 8th edition of the fan driven festival which gathered a whopping 56,000 visitors. From casual fans to detail driven cosplayers, we were treated to a plethora of panels, photo ops and…
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Star Trek
Star Trek Beyond, the zippy third film in the JJ Abrams rebooted franchise bows this Friday, July 22nd. Though buzz surrounding the film was slow to build, talk has amped up since the tragic passing of Anton Yelchin who played Pavel Chekov in both Star Trek (2009) and Into Darkness (2013) and the latest trailer for…
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Men’s Care Trends
When it comes to taking care of our personal well-being and our appearance, men are lightyears behind women. We have however been taking baby-steps out of the mud-covered man cave over the last 15 years and leading cosmetic companies like L’Oreal, Khiels and Biotherm have taken notice. There are now almost as many skincare lines…
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NICO Design
Montreal is one of North America’s most naturally fashion forward cities. We are lucky to have so many talented designers that keep pushing fashion beyond its limits while daring us to step outside our comfort zone. Nico Bilodeau isn’t new to Montreal’s fashion scene but his new collection is finally ready for us covet. Last…
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Fabrikate
Fabrikate’s first album, Bodies, is a ten track collection of influences that stretch from disco and dance to electronic and house. For DJNL’s first ever music review, I chose the Montreal-based music-duo’s first official album and from start to finish, here’s what we heard. The duo first started getting attention back in 2014 when…
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Frank & Oak SC
Montreal based menswear retailer, Frank & Oak continues to push the boundaries of style with their latest collection, Frank & Oak SC. This is the second release from their State Concepts line of street inspired clothing, a perfect fit for the guy who likes to think outside the corporate box. The collection includes 54 pieces…
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SIDIM Design Show
The SIDIM Design Show is Canada’s largest gathering of design professionals and enthusiasts and one of North America’s most elegant and advanced design shows. Details of this year’s design show were unveiled at an exclusive media brunch held at Griffintown’s fashion forward restaurant, Le Richmond and featured this year’s spokesperson, Mitsou Gélinas. Running from Thursday,…
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The VIP Experience
La Grande Chapiteau is back in Old Montreal and we couldn’t be happier. Cirque du Soleil is Montreal’s most important and most creative export to the world. We shine on the global stage as Cirque dazzles crowds with heart racing performances that seem to defy gravity. Cirque has returned to Quays of the Old Port…
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All The Right Moves
Montreal’s Famous Sala Convention returns this May for it’s 12th edition and we are sending two lucky Latin dance lovers to the competition. Running from the 19th to the 23rd, Sala lovers will kick up their heels and set the dance floor on fire with their smooth latin moves! Featuring international artists, world renowned DJs,…
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Walk The Line
Holt Renfrew is Canada’s cutting edge leader in high fashion for men and women. Their stores cater to those who push the style envelope beyond the confines of their comfort zones into a place that dazzles the imagination. In Montreal, Holts menswear lines are unrivalled when it comes to quality, workmanship and tailoring. Featuring a…
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DJNL DATE NIGHT
Just in time for Valentine’s Day comes a romantic comedy about finding love when you least expect it. A Date With Miss Fortune is a story about a down-in-the-dumps writer who meets a superstitious Portuguese beauty over some very awkward circumstances. The stars don’t exactly align as one might expect in this not-so-typical Canadian production…
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OSCAR SEASON
2016 has been a big year for movies. Mega franchises like Star Wars, Jurassic Park and Mad Max came roaring out of the past with exciting (and record shattering) new additions to their respective series. Quieter, more intimate movies like Room, Spotlight and Brooklyn also made their own waves across the vast ocean of visually…
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THE BEST OF DJNL
The Holidays are a time for getting together with your friends and family and enjoying a little time away from our bustling schedules and busy lives. It’s also a great time to reflect back on the past 12 months and think about all the wonderful things that have happened over the course of the year. …
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Noize Original
Canada is known for many things but besides the natural beauty of our rugged land and our hot new Prime Minister, the Great White North is world renowned for our shiver-inducing winters. While many people shudder at the thoughts of plummeting temperatures, Canadians embrace the cold with cautiously-optimistic open arms. We were built for this…
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GIVE/RECEIVE
Here we are again folks, the holidays are closing in and like a pair of Aretha Franklin’s high-heels, you’re feeling the pressure. As we head into the final stretch of the busiest shopping season of the year, take a moment and breathe deep because we are here to help. For those of you who are…
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OTH X VANS RELAUNCH
Having gotten their start in 1999, Off The Hook boutique has positioned itself as one of Canada’s most unique retailers of premium street inspired designer clothing, accessories and footwear. For the last 5 years, OTH has collaborated with one of the most popular and visible street wear brands in North America, Vans. To celebrate the…
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Downtown Style
Montreal’s men’s fashion scene got a much needed shot in the arm last week when Frank & Oak opened their latest flagship store on Stanley Street, just up from St-Catherine. The retail giant may have gotten their start online but with the massive success they’ve had, online was clearly just the beginning. Founded in Montreal…
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Standing Statement
The clothes we wear says a lot about the type of people we are. We express how we are feel, our sense of style, our strengths, our weaknesses and our views by simply putting on the clothes that help us dress these things up. We are each a walking billboard of personal expression and our…
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Bowvember 2015
Even though the biggest Bowvember events are still a couple of months away, late last month this year’s Bowvember bowtie design was unveiled at a special ceremony, right here in Montreal. Co-designed by father-daughter team, Penelope and Winston McQuade along side local designer Luko Marion, this year’s bowtie is a black, white and grey tartan,…
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The Real VIP
Sometimes even Darth Vader needs a drink. Check out this awesome movie mash up that seamlessly blends together club scenes from some of Hollywood’s coolest movies. It will blow your mind and add a little disco to your day! Forget Hell’s Kitchen, welcome to Hell’s Club and you will definitely need to know someone to…
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Best Foot Forward
The line between art and fashion has once again been blurred as Browns launches an exclusive line of Stan Smiths designed by local Montreal pop artist, TAVA. At a blowout launch late in August, Browns unveiled the colourful sneakers to a gaggle of Montreal’s most fashionable social media and personalities. Offering 10 creative designs, the…
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WHAT TO DO THIS WEEK
Marvel Universe Live – They have been bombarding our movie theatres, our tv screens and the pages of our comic books and now Marvel’s Superheroes are coming to the Bell Centre. From the 20th to the 23rd of August, Thor, Captain America, Spiderman and more will do battle with their enemies live in the arena.…
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The New Hunger
Since 2010, The Walking Dead has presented us with its grim outlook on a post apocalyptic world overrun by the walking dead. For five seasons survivors have had to do the unspeakable to keep themselves and their families alive. While the gore and guts keep us intrigued, it’s the core group of surivors who have…
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The Odd Couple
There’s nothing Hollywood loves to do more than remake that which has already been seen. Proving that there’s nothing new under the sun, we have seen one remake or reboot after the next over the last few years and for some franchises (hello Spiderman) we are even approaching our 3rd go-round. For every hit (Charlie’s…
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WHAT TO DO THIS WEEK
All Week Long: Tennis fanatics are already enjoying the intense stress that comes with the Rogers Cup. From August 7th to the 16, Montreal Uniprix stadium will play host to this year’s men’s competitions. The brightest stars of men’s tennis including Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray, Stan Wawrinka, Milos Raonic and more are all in town…
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What To Do This Week
Wednesday: Kent Nagano and the OSM will perform Bizet’s Carmen at the Olympic Stadium on August 5. Wildly popular and widely known as one of the most important operas of all time, the show will be preluded with a tribute to the 70th anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima. Admission is free and travel by…
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What To Do This Week
DJNL has all you need to get through your week. Take a look at what’s happening this week in Montreal! #WTDTW L’INTERNATIONAL DES FEUX: On Wednesday, July 29th and Saturday August 1st, Loto-Québéc presents l’International des feux (the International Fireworks Competition). These are the last two performances of the year starting with France presenting Dynamite…
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DJNL Summer Survival
Guys, summer may have gotten off to a rocky start here in Montreal but the heat is finally here and we have your guide to the ultimate summer survival. This time of year is all about grabbing a good book, lathering on a little sunscreen and sinking into the sand with a drink in hand. DJNL’s…
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The Breakdown
Osheaga is only a few weeks away and pretty soon Montreal will be buzzing with music and art lovers from around the world. Here’s your official daily breakdown of performances and venues. Who are you most excited to see? Friday: Saturday: Sunday: It’s going to be an action packed three days here in the city!…
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Rise Of The Machines
The summer blockbuster season is in full swing in Montreal and what would the season be without a few sequels, prequels and reboots to ensure we never have to actually say goodbye to our favourite characters. On July 1st, Arnold Scharwarzenegger returns to the big screen in one of his most iconic roles, the Terminator.…
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Building Blocks
On June 18th, Montreal’s Grévin Museum launched its first temporary exhibit. The World in Mega Bloks is a pretty straightforward name for the exhibit that features 300 hundred scaled down buildings made entirely from Mega Bloks. Featured among these buildings are some of the most recognizable skyscrapers, monuments, towers and attractions ever built. Started as…
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The Park Is Open
We all remember the first time we saw Jurassic Park. We sat in awe and watched herds of dinosaurs graze in the sunlight like happy cows. Sam Neil couldn’t believe what was happening before his eyes, Laura Dern ended up elbow deep in dino do-do, then the rain came and with it a very mean…
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#DJNL STYLE SCOOP
Streetwear continues to dominate all walks of fashion and style and Atelier New Regime is a thriving example of knowing when to throw your stylish snapback in the ring. Atelier New Regime is a Montreal based streetwear brand with a menswear influence and is redefining the customer experience through the superb quality of their product,…
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The Boys Of Summer
For 8 seasons we tuned in to watched Vinnie, Drama, E, Turtle drive Vinnie’s abrasive manager, Ari Gold insane with their antics and knack for getting into trouble the hit HBO show, Entourage. Entourage’s last episode aired on HBO on September 11, 2011 but in three days the boys are back in the highly anticipated…
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Osheaga 2015
In less than 3 months hoards of music fans from around the world will decend upon Montreal for Osheaga, Canada’s largest music and art festival. Celebrating a decade of memories and unforgettable musical moments, this year’s line-up is huge and the festival is going to be bigger than ever. Here’s a peek at some of…
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California Dreamin
The San Andreas fault will destroy the world, at least that’s what the trailer for the movie, opening in Canada and the US on May 29th, would have us believe. Long rumoured to be the crack that will be heard around the world, San Andreas (based on the fault line that runs down North America’s…
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The Pitches Are Back
On May 15th, the Barden Bellas return to the big screen in Pitch Perfect 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2013 cult hit. Returning to sing their little hearts out and win big at a world competition are Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow and fan favourite, Rebel Wilson as Fat Amy (Wilson is confirmed to be…
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Best Foot Forward
Scarpa, a locally owned shoe store in Westmount, has undergone quite the transformation. Thanks to the handy work of emerging (and very talented) interior designer, Nina Azoulay, the store’s new look blends amazing finds with decorative lighting, textured fabrics, carpets and warm wood finishes that completes a very polished look. The attention to detail is…
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Batman V Superman
Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice is the hotly anticipated follow-up to Zack Snyder’s 2013 hit, Man of Steel and the second instalment in DC Comic’s Justice League shared universe. Late last week, a shaky cam version trailer leaked to the world forcing Snyder to pony up with the official version a few days earlier…
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#DJNL Fashion Report
DJNL got an exclusive first look at what the ladies will be wearing this coming season from renowned local distributor, Show and Tell. From dark denims to light as a feather blouses, scarves and more, we dove deep into the new collections they proudly presented for Spring/Summer 2015. From their beautiful showroom in TMR, the…
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For Your Home
There are furniture stores, like Bois et Cuir, that leave you charmed by what they offer and inspired to add a little of that charm to your own home. Recently opened at 6304 St. Hubert (and on St. Joseph in Quebec City) along the outdoor promenade, Bois et Cuir offers an exciting array of rustic…
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See and be Seen
Despite the cold, Montreal’s most fashionable media and other guests descended upon the Galerie Antoine Ertaskirzan for the preview launch of Bon Look’s first men’s eyewear collection. Founded in Montreal in 2011, Bon Look provides a fashionable yet accessible alternative to higher priced prescription brands. With their remarkable designs, they also offer something that’s uniquely…
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Sam Roberts Band
This coming Saturday March 7th, the Sam Roberts Band stops by Metropolis with special guests, The High Dials and the Receivers as part of their successful, Canada wide, Lo-Fantasy tour. Supporting the release of their 6th album, Lo-Fantasy, the Montreal based rockers will return home to a warm welcome for this highly anticipated show. For…