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OCTOBER 17 - 20 2018
OCTOBER 17 - 20 2018
Tickets on sale now at halifaxpopexplosion.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome Letters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 7
Sponsors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 9
Music Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 15
Countdown to Legalization. . . . . . . . . . . 17
Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 19
We would like to acknowledge that the festival Venue Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
TABLE OF CONTENTS
takes place in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and
Pop-Up Block Party. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People.
Artists A-Z. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 - 30
This territory is covered by the “Treaties of
Peace and Friendship,” which Mi’kmaq and Food Partners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) people first signed with Comedy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
the British Crown in 1725. Venue Accessibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
The treaties did not deal with surrender of lands Staff List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
and resources but in fact recognized Mi’kmaq
Box Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
and Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) title and established
the rules for what was to be an ongoing Information found in this program guide is subject
relationship between nations. to change. Please visit halifaxpopexplosion.com
for the most up to date lineup and show times.
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a not-for-profit association. @halifaxpopx
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FESTIVAL WELCOME
Welcome to the 26th annual Halifax Pop Explosion Music Special thanks to our corporate sponsors, government
Festival and Conference. We invite you to take a journey investors, and community partners. Your contributions have
of exploration and discover something new to you! We are a significant impact on this festival and we appreciate that
thrilled to have you join us. you have chosen to align yourselves with us.
Our 2018 lineup features artists from a mix of genres and We would be remiss not to send mad love to our core staff
backgrounds. Many are up-and-coming in the music scene, and extended team for their dedication in making HPX 2018
but others have been around for a while. You may have seen a reality. You are the true day-to-day champions and we
FESTIVAL WELCOME
some of our acts before, but others are coming to Atlantic appreciate you so much.
Canada for the very first time. Finally, a very special thanks to our volunteers! Your
In addition to the some of the best live music you’ll see this commitment to helping our team run a smooth festival is
year, we’re holding our world-class conference again. We unrivalled. You are our trusted allies in this industry and we
will be hosting industry professionals, performers, fans, and are always excited to have you on board!
community members in a unique opportunity to engage and On behalf of our entire board and staff, we are proud to
build connections. present the 26th annual Halifax Pop Explosion Festival
Events like this can’t happen without hard working, and Conference. We can’t wait for you to join us for one of
dedicated, and passionate people. Canada’s most important cultural events!
First of all, thanks to YOU, the fans! It takes music lovers to know Happy HPX!
other music lovers, and we’re so excited to roll out another
fantastic year of live music for you to relish and discover.
Thank you to all the artists, sound technicians, venues,
comedians, speakers, partners, agents, managers, backline
techs, volunteers, production crew, shuttle drivers, hotel
staff, team leads, friends, and everyone else involved in
making this all happen. Working together is how great
events like HPX come to life. You rock our world! Stephanie Purcell James Boyle
Chair of the Board Executive Director
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Minister Rodriguez's Message Premier's Message
Welcome to the Halifax Pop Explosion! I am pleased to welcome you to the annual Halifax Pop
Explosion Music Festival. This highly anticipated event
Halifax is a guiding force in Canadian music. Even before
presents 150 artists, comedians and speakers in over 15
the city’s musical renaissance of the 1990s, the music scene
venues throughout Halifax.
here has consistently surprised, thrilled and entertained. It’s
that spirit of exploration and creativity that makes festivals Since its beginning in 1992 as a small festival showcasing
like HPX so exciting. local talent, Halifax Pop Explosion has grown into a pinnacle
FESTIVAL WELCOME
event on the east coast of Canada, attracting some of the
This year’s lineup features a diverse mix of performers
most incredible talents and a captivated audience from Nova
from across the country, including some up-and-comers
Scotia, Canada and beyond.
you might be hearing for the first time. Our government
believes that the arts bring us together and inspire us all, Nova Scotia has a thriving musical, creative and artistic scene
and this is why we are proud to support this festival. filled with supportive and engaged community members. Arts
and culture are an important part of Nova Scotia’s identity and
As Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism, I
events like this are essential for the continued growth of the
would like to congratulate the organizers, volunteers and
Province’s cultural and economic well-being.
artists who helped create this year’s event.
I would like to congratulate the event organizers, volunteers
Enjoy the music!
and participating artists for providing Halifax with another
exceptional festival.
Here’s to another year of live music exploration and
discovery. I wish you all the best.
Sincerely,
The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez
Honourable Stephen McNeil,
M.L.A. Premier
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Minister Glavine's Message Mayor's Message
As the Minister of Communities, Culture and Heritage, I am As Mayor of Halifax and on behalf of Regional Council,
delighted to welcome you all to Halifax for the 2018 Halifax I am happy to extend a warm welcome to everyone
Pop Explosion, one of Nova Scotia’s most anticipated participating in the 2018 Halifax Pop Explosion Music
music festivals. Festival and Conference.
Music is an important part of Nova Scotia’s vibrant culture. Art and culture is one of Halifax and Nova Scotia’s most
Festivals like the Halifax Pop Explosion are a perfect way valuable resources and for more than 25 years Halifax Pop
to celebrate our heritage, share our cultural traditions and Explosion has been promoting our vibrant music scene and
FESTIVAL WELCOME
positively impact our growth and success. bringing the best and most exciting emerging talent to our city.
Gathering artists, comedians, and speakers throughout With performances across more than 15 venues, including
Halifax, this festival will allow Nova Scotians and visitors the Halifax Pop Explosion Conference taking place at Halifax
alike to discover the best and brightest names in local and Central Library, there is truly something for everyone. I am
international music. confident the 2018 HPX will be another awesome year!
I would like to congratulate the organizers, volunteers I want to acknowledge, with gratitude, all the efforts of
and participating artists on setting up this major event that the event organizers, volunteers, musicians, partners and
will help draw visitors to Nova Scotia and thank them for sponsors for their continued support of this amazing event.
providing our wonderful province with another opportunity Grab your tickets, get in line, and enjoy some of the best and
for live music exploration and discovery. brightest names in music here in Halifax!
Enjoy the festival! Kindest regards,
Sincerely,
Mike Savage, Mayor
Honourable Leo Glavine
Minister of Communities,
Culture and Heritage
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As a not-for-profit festival, we rely heavily on our generous sponsors and funders
to help us bring the best in exciting and emerging music to Halifax year after year.
We’re so thankful for all our supporters!
CHAMPION SPONSORS
We acknowledge the financial support of FACTOR, the Government of Canada
and of Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters.
OUR SPONSORS
MAJOR SPONSORS
SUPPORTING SPONSORS
8INDUSTRY SPONSORS
OUR SPONSORS
CKDU 88.1fm
COMMUNITY SPONSORS
9HALIFAX POP EXPLOSION MUSIC CONFERENCE
OCTOBER 18 - 20 AT HALIFAX CENTRAL LIBRARY
A unique opportunity to connect and engage with artists,
fans, and industry professionals from around the world.
Presented by:
MUSIC CONFERENCE
TRACK OPTIONS:
3RD ANNUAL
XPAND LABEL SUMMIT PUBLISHING SUMMIT
October 18-20 October 18-19 October 18-19
• Free and open to the public • Prior application required • Prior application required
• A focus on accessibility and the • Industry professionals from • Discuss challenges facing
future of the music industry around the world songwriters and publishers in 2018
• For artists, songwriters, industry • Professional level peer to peer • One-on-one talks, group discussions,
leaders, and music professionals discussions with others currently and networking opportunities
• Keynote addresses, open forum working in the industry
discussions, and panels • Unique networking opportunities
Visit halifaxpopexplosion.com/about-conference for more information.
10XPAND PRESENTATIONS FOR THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18
Xpand presentations are free and open to the public.
Musicians vs. the Blackbox: If The Artist Only Knew
Royalties and Revenue in the the Business of Music
Streaming Era 11am KP The Great
10am Stephen Carroll Kawan Pather aka KP the Great is a
MUSIC CONFERENCE
In the current music business, seasoned music executive — he’s
money is generated from a multitude been an A&R for 22 years. He’ll shed
of sources. To make a living as a light on how he’s adapted to hip hop’s
recording artist, it is essential that you changing landscape, emphasizing the
are properly registered to receive importance of how both a passion
royalties generated by your music. This for music and a mind for business
presentation will distill how to secure are equally important nowadays to
100% of the back end royalties owed to succeed in the industry.
you as a recording artist.
Spotify Masterclass Songwriting Essentials
2pm Nathan Wiszniak 6pm Halifax Pop Explosion
Join Spotify Canada’s Head Of Artist Join us at Halifax Central Library for
And Label Services, Nathan Wiszniak, a unique opportunity to learn about
for an informal discussion on all things songwriting from an HPX artist. This
Spotify. Get up to speed on the streaming session is geared towards artists
audience in Canada, marketing looking to perfect their skills.
opportunities for Canadian artists and
best practices on how to use the platform
and grow your global fans on Spotify.
Visit halifaxpopexplosion.com/conference-schedule for more information.
11XPAND PRESENTATIONS FOR FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19
Xpand presentations are free and open to the public.
MUSIC CONFERENCE
Turning Touring Green The Need For Accessibility Riders Keychange
10am Stephen Carroll 10:30am Paul Vienneau 11am Keychange Panel
Touring and the music business in Accessibility riders are a new concept for Led by the PRS Foundation, Keychange is a
general have a negative impact on our the festival and events industries. Paul pioneering initiative which aims to transform
environment. Often not thought of as will introduce you to the concept, and the future of the music industry, in part by
outcome of the music we make, we are a explain why artists and festivals need to encouraging festivals to achieve a 50:50 gender
contributor to the climate change issues work together to ensure that everyone balance across their programming by 2022. Set
faced by the planet. There are some is able to attend and enjoy live music up to accelerate change and create a better,
simple steps we as an industry can take to without barriers. more inclusive music industry for present and
future generations, the Keychange project will
reduce our emissions, waste generation
be presented by Francine Gorman, followed by
and our overall impact. This talk will go a panel discussion on the importance of balance
over some of the issues and provide tips and representation, and why we need to effect
and tricks for musicians to reduce the change now in order to guarantee a successful
environmental impact of their business. industry in the future.
Visit halifaxpopexplosion.com/conference-schedule for more information.
12XPAND PRESENTATIONS FOR FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19
Xpand presentations are free and open to the public.
MUSIC CONFERENCE
Health and Wellness Panel Who Gets in and Who Doesn’t? Accessibility in the Arts:
1pm Amanda Power and Zac What Access Means to the Disability and the Future of
Crouse, Unison Entertainment Field Creative Expression
In today’s musical climate, the need for 2pm Amber Galloway-Gallego 3pm Gaelynn Lea
health and wellness services is on the A passionate advocate for equal Gaelynn Lea is a musician, public
rise. Panel presenters Amanda Power access, sign language interpreter speaker, and disability rights advocate.
and Zac Crouse will share insight into Amber Galloway-Gallego brings the She will explore a number of practical
how the music industry can change the emotional experience of music and ways to make the art and music
way it approaches the importance of performance to the Deaf community industries more accessible and then
and beyond. During her talk, she will
health and wellness in our community. discuss how disability representation
cover what she and the Deaf and
Hard of Hearing community face to in pop culture can help usher in
access music and how we can all work positive social change.
together to break down the barriers.
Visit halifaxpopexplosion.com/conference-schedule for more information.
13XPAND PRESENTATIONS FOR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20
Xpand presentations are free and open to the public.
MUSIC CONFERENCE
Think Tank Live DJ Production 101 Hip-Hop-A-Thon
10am Max Rollinger, Wentworth 10:30am DJ Shub 12pm Halifax Pop Explosion
Institute of Technology Join us in Paul O’Regan Hall at Halifax Join us in the Media Studio at Halifax
A culmination of the conference’s Central Library for an exclusive Central Library to participate in a
discussions, Max Rollinger will host Production Workshop with a DJ who’s collaborative community built hip-hop
a final group conversation among performing during HPX. Are you track. Try your hand at laying down a
attendees about building music interested in becoming a DJ and want rhyme or a verse while learning what
communities, the future of the to know what it takes to be successful? goes into completing a whole song.
industry and accessibility. Stop by to gain some insight or just
enjoy some tunes.
Visit halifaxpopexplosion.com/conference-schedule for more information.
143RD ANNUAL CANADIAN LABEL SUMMIT PUBLISHING SUMMIT
OCTOBER 18 AND 19 OCTOBER 18 AND 19
HALIFAX CENTRAL LIBRARY HALIFAX CENTRAL LIBRARY
The Label Summit creates a unique opportunity for Publishing and copyright exploitation continues to evolve
engagement between industry professionals, individuals and play a significant role in monetizing an artist’s career. The
operating independent labels, and self managed artists. Publishing Summit brings together top minds in publishing for a
Delegates come from Canada and around the world. professional level discussion on current trends, and how artists
Pre-application is required and there is limited space available. can get the most out of songwriting.
MUSIC CONFERENCE
Due to high demand, we may not be able to accomodate Pre-application is required and there is limited space available.
everyone looking to participate. For more information visit: Due to high demand, we may not be able to accomodate
halifaxpopexplosion.com/about-conference everyone looking to participate. For more information visit:
halifaxpopexplosion.com/about-conference
With delegates from:
AMBER G PRODUCTIONS
LET OUR HANDS BE MUSIC TO YOUR EYES
and many more!
15Edison Cannabis Co. Presents:
Countdown to Legalization
with Matt Mays
COUNTDOWN TO LEGALIZATION
and special guest Partner
The Marquee Ballroom
Tuesday, October 16
Doors at 8:00PM
Where will you be when history is made?
October 17 is a big day for Canada and we’re throwing
a BIG countdown party to celebrate. Join us on October
16 as we wait for the clock to strike midnight with Matt
Mays and New Brunswick/Ontario duo Partner. Keep your
expectations high — this will be a celebration to remember.
For more information, please visit
halifaxpopexplosion.com
17THE MARQUEE BALLROOM (19+) THE SEAHORSE TAVERN (19+) THE CARLETON (19+) THE LOCAL (19+)
POP MONTREAL PRESENTS: ADMIRAL INSURANCE PRESENTS: COMEDY
11:30pm Zola Jesus 12:30am Special Guest 8:30pm Jordan Foisy, Heidi Brander, Kevin Shustack and friends
10:30pm Trails 11:30pm Kalle Mattson
9:30pm Skye Wallace 10:30pm Natalie Lynn
ACADIAN EMBASSY PRESENTS:
NS GAMING CO PRESENTS: 9:45pm Rain Over St. Ambrose
THE OPENING RECEPTION 9:00pm Quiet Parade
7:30pm Jeremy Dutcher 8:15pm Fossil Cliffs
6:30pm Holy Hum 8:00pm Céleste Godin
EXCLAIM! PRESENTS: LAUGHING HEART MUSIC PRESENTS: SAVED BY VINYL PRESENTS: INDIE MONTREAL THE NEW COLOSSUS & KANINE
12:45am Cupcakke 12:15am Hillsburn 12:00am Astral Swans PRESENTS: RECORDS PRESENT:
12:00am Sean Leon 11:30pm Keonté Beals 11 :00pm Expanda Fuzz 5:15pm Millimetrik 4:00pm Tallies
11:15pm The Sorority 10:45pm Hello Delaware 10:00pm Eamon McGrath Devastation Trio 4:30pm Lakes of Canada 3:00pm Living Hour
10:15pm Witch Prophet 10:00pm Devarrow 9:00pm Miesha and the Spanks 3:30pm Rayannah 2:00pm Basement Revolver
9:30pm DJ Mel Boogie HEAVY TRIP SHOWCASE: MUSIC NL PRESENTS: 3:00pm Georgian Bay
9:15pm Moon King 8:15pm Property
8:30pm Anemone 7:30pm Weary
6:45pm Soap Opera
7:45pm Helena Deland
6:00pm Van Buren Boys
28 BLACK PRESENTS: 1:00am AppleCat 11:00pm Gaelynn Lea DOUBLE DENIM PRESENTS:
12:00am Born Ruffians 12:00am OBUXUM 10:00pm Gianna Lauren 4:15pm Art d’Ecco
11:00 pm Lost Cousins SIPSET PRESENTS: BREAKOUT WEST PRESENTS: 3:30pm Sportsfan
10:00pm Moscow Apartment 10:15pm SIPSET 8:15pm Rayannah 2:45pm Future Peers
9:00pm Chudi Harris 9:30pm Yani Mo 7:30pm Cartel Madras 2:00pm Sorrey
COMEDY
7:00pm Ian Harvie 9:00pm Aquakultre 6:45pm Jon Bryant
6:30pm Maggie Estey 6:00pm Beach Body
12:50am DJ Shub 12:00am Retro Night 12:00am Justin Nozuka HPX AND LAWNYA VAWNYA
11:50pm Cadence Weapon 11:00pm Zaki Ibrahim 11:00pm Joseph of Mercury PRESENT:
11:15pm Jayd Ink 10:00pm City Fidelia 10:00pm T Thomason 12-4pm Pop-Up Block Party
10:40pm Fat Tony BREAKOUT WEST PRESENTS: Check halifaxpopexplosion.com
10:00pm Blakdenim 8:15pm JayWood for details!
9:20pm Hua Li 7:30pm I M U R
COMEDY 6:45pm The Royal Foundry
7:00pm Matthew Broussard 6:00pm Chunder Buffet
6:30pm Jordan Roberts
Visit halifaxpopexplosion.com for the most up-to-date information, door times, and prices.CKDU LOBBY HALIFAX CENTRAL LIBRARY - THE REBECCA COHN - DALHOUSIE
GUS’ PUB (19+) THE PAVILION (All Ages) THE T-ROOM (19+)
Free (All Ages) PAUL O’REGAN HALL Free (All Ages) ARTS CENTRE (All Ages)
CKDU PRESENTS: YOU’VE CHANGED ELAN PRESENTS:
6:15pm Sorrey PRESENTS: 8:30pm Future States
5:30pm Eamon McGrath 1:00am Jon McKiel 7:45pm Janette King
Devastation Trio 12:00am Steve Lambke 7:00pm LA Foster
11:00pm Juice Girls DARE TO CARE & HAND DRAWN
DRACULA PRESENTS:
12:00am Praises
11:15pm Tallies
10:30pm The Blaze Velluto Collection
9:45pm Mon Doux Saigneur
CKDU PRESENTS: MORBID ENTERTAINMENT ATX6 PRESENTS: Check halifaxpopexplosion.com SYMPHONY NS PRESENTS:
6:15pm Bonnie Trash PRESENTS: 9:00pm Michael Booher for details! 7:30pm Port Cities
5:30pm Property 1:00am Gone In April 8:30pm Carrie Fussell
12:00am Valfreya 8:00pm Cory Reinisch
11:00pm Orchids Curse 7:30pm Georgia Parker
10:00pm Dark Shrine 7:00pm Jacob Alan Jaeger
6:30pm Nnedi Nebula
ELORA RIVER FEST MUSIC NOVA SCOTIA PRESENTS: Check halifaxpopexplosion.com SYMPHONY NS PRESENTS: 902 HIP HOP PRESENTS :
PRESENTS: 7:00pm Orchestrated Neighbours for details! 7:30pm Port Cities 12:30am KP The Great
1:00am Motherhood 12:00am Quake Matthews
12:00am Carinae 11:30pm Thrillah
11:00pm KAYO
11:00pm Bonnie Trash 10:30pm MAJE
10:00pm Van Buren Boys 10:00pm Matty Galaxy
Visit halifaxpopexplosion.com for the most up-to-date information, door times, and prices.1 . THE MARQUEE BALLROOM
THE SEAHORSE TAVERN
THE LOCAL
2037 Gottingen Street
2. SEVEN BAYS
2019 Gottingen Street
3. THE CARLETON
1685 Argyle Street
4. STUBBORN GOAT GASTROPUB
1579 Grafton Street
5. HALIFAX CENTRAL LIBRARY -
PAUL O'REGAN HALL
VENUE MAP
5440 Spring Garden Road
6. THE T-ROOM
1360 Barrington Street
7. THE REBECCA COHN -
DALHOUSIE ARTS CENTRE
6101 University Ave
8. CKDU LOBBY
6136 University Avenue, Ste 420
9. THE PAVILION
5816 Cogswell Street
10. GUS' PUB
2605 Agricola Street
11. HALIFAX NORTH MEMORIAL
PUBLIC LIBRARY
2285 Gottingen Street
12. HOPYARD
2103 Gottingen Street
20HPX AND LAWNYA VAWNYA PRESENT: 19TH ANNUAL
POP-UP BLOCK PARTY HALIFAX ZINE FAIR
Saturday, October 20 Saturday, October 20
The Local, Seven Bays, Hopyard Halifax North Memorial Public Library
12:00 - 4:00pm | Free 2:00 - 5:00pm | Free and all ages
POP-UP BLOCK PARTY
Come out on the Saturday afternoon of HPX to enjoy Independent zine-makers, zine distros,
some food, drinks, friends and live music. Shop the local bookstores, small press publishers, comic
artisan and screen printer market curated by our pals artists, print-makers, authors, and musicians
at Big Pony and Midnight Oil; grab a Gahan, Garrison or from all over Mi’kma’ki and beyond come
Good Robot beer at Seven Bays Beer Garden; and take together to sell, trade, and show their creations.
in the live music and delicious food courtesy of Lawnya
anchorarchive.org
Vawnya. Down the street, Hopyard will be serving up
custom food and drinks, and just a few blocks further
the Zine Fair is happening at the Halifax North Memorial
Public Library. It’s a party you don’t want to miss!
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21Anemone | Montreal, QC AppleCat | Vancouver, BC Aquakultre | Halifax, NS Art d’Ecco | Toronto, ON
Thurs 8:30PM The Seahorse Tavern Fri 1:00AM The Seahorse Tavern Fri 9:00PM The Seahorse Tavern Fri 4:15PM The Local
ARTISTS A-Z
Astral Swans | Calgary, AB Basement Revolver Beach Body | Regina, SK BlakDenim | Ottawa, ON
Thurs 12:00AM The Carleton Hamilton, ON Fri 6:00PM The Carleton Sat 10:00PM The Marquee Ballroom
Thurs 2:00PM The Local
The Blaze Velluto Collection Bonnie Trash | Guelph, ON Born Ruffians | Toronto, ON Cadence Weapon | Toronto, ON
Quebec City, QC Fri 6:15PM CKDU Lobby Fri 12:00AM The Marquee Ballroom Sat 11:50PM The Marquee Ballroom
Thurs 10:30PM The T-Room Sat 11:00PM Gus’ Pub
22Carinae | Hadley, MA Carrie Fussell | Austin, TX Cartel Madras | Calgary, AB Céleste Godin | Moncton, NB
Sat 12:00AM Gus’ Pub Fri 8:30PM Paul O’Regan Hall Fri 7:30PM The Carleton Wed 8:00PM The Seahorse Tavern
ARTISTS A-Z
Chudi Harris | Halifax, NS Chunder Buffet | Saskatoon, SK City Fidelia | Ottawa, ON Cory Reinisch | Austin, TX
Fri 9:00PM The Marquee Ballroom Sat 6:00PM The Carleton Sat 10:00PM The Seahorse Tavern Fri 8:00PM Paul O’Regan Hall
Fri 10:15PM The Seahorse Tavern
CupcakKe | Chicago, IL Dark Shrine | Halifax, NS Devarrow | Toronto, ON DJ MelBoogie | Toronto, ON
Thurs 12:45AM The Marquee Ballroom Fri 10:00PM Gus’ Pub Thurs 10:00PM The Seahorse Tavern Thurs 9:30PM The Marquee Ballroom
23DJ Shub | Fort Erie, ON DJ Uncle Fester | Halifax, NS Eamon McGrath Devastation Trio Expanda Fuzz | Ottawa, ON
Sat 12:50AM The Marquee Ballroom Fri 10:15PM The Seahorse Tavern Toronto, ON Thurs 11:00PM The Carleton
Thurs 5:30PM CKDU Lobby
Thurs 10:00PM The Carleton
ARTISTS A-Z
Fat Tony | Houston, TX Fossil Cliffs | Halifax, NS Future Peers | Guelph, ON Future States | Montreal, QC
Sat 10:40PM The Marquee Ballroom Wed 8:15PM The Seahorse Tavern Fri 2:45PM The Local Thurs 8:30PM The T-Room
Gaelynn Lea | Duluth, MN Georgia Parker | Austin, TX Georgian Bay | Toronto, ON Ghettosocks | Halifax, NS
Fri 11:00PM The Carleton Fri 7:30PM Paul O’Regan Hall Thurs 3:00PM The Carleton Friday 10:15PM The Seahorse Tavern
24Gianna Lauren | Halifax, NS Gone in April | Knoxville, TN Helena Deland | Montreal, QC Hello Delaware | Halifax, NS
Fri 10:00PM The Carleton Fri 1:00AM Gus’ Pub Thurs 7:45PM The Seahorse Tavern Thurs 10:45PM The Seahorse Tavern
ARTISTS A-Z
Hillsburn | Halifax, NS Holy Hum | New York, NY Hua Li | Montreal, QC I M U R | Vancouver, BC
Thurs 12:15AM The Seahorse Tavern Wed 6:30PM The Marquee Ballroom Sat 9:20PM The Marquee Ballroom Sat 7:30PM The Carleton
Jacob Alan Jaeger | Austin, TX Janette King | Montreal, QC Jayd Ink | Vaughan, ON JayWood | Winnipeg, MB
Fri 7:00PM Paul O’Regan Hall Thurs 7:45PM The T-Room Sat 11:15PM The Marquee Ballroom Sat 8:15PM The Carleton
25Jeremy Dutcher | Toronto, ON Jon Bryant | Vancouver, BC Jon McKiel | Sackville, NB Joseph of Mercury | Toronto, ON
Wed 7:30PM The Marquee Ballroom Friday 6:45PM The Carleton Thurs 1:00AM Gus’ Pub Sat 11:00PM The Carleton
ARTISTS A-Z
Juice Girls | Dartmouth, NS Justin Nozuka | New York, NY Kalle Mattson | Ottawa, ON KAYO | Toronto, ON
Thurs 11:00PM Gus’ Pub Sat 12:00AM The Carleton Wed 11:30PM The Seahorse Tavern Sat 11:00PM The T-Room
Keonté Beals KP the Great | Atlanta, GA Kxng Wooz | Halifax, NS L.A. Foster | Montreal, QC
North Preston, NS Sat 12:30AM The T-Room Fri 10:15PM The Seahorse Tavern Thurs 7:00PM The T-Room
Thurs 11:30PM The Seahorse Tavern
26Lakes of Canada | Montreal, QC Living Hour | Winnipeg, MB Lost Cousins | Kingston, ON MAJE | Halifax, NS
Thurs 4:30PM The Carleton Thurs 3:00PM The Local Fri 11:00PM The Marquee Ballroom Fri 10:15PM The Seahorse Tavern
Sat 10:30PM The T-Room
ARTISTS A-Z
Matty Galaxy | Halifax, NS Michael Booher | Austin, TX Miesha & the Spanks Millimetrik | Quebec City, QC
Sat 10:00PM The T-Room Fri 9:00PM Paul O’Regan Hall Calgary, AB Thurs 5:15PM The Carleton
Thurs 9:00PM The Carleton
Mon Doux Saigneur Moon King | Toronto, ON Moscow Apartment Motherhood | Fredericton, NB
Montreal, QC Thurs 9:15PM The Seahorse Tavern Toronto, ON Sat 1:00AM Gus’ Pub
Thurs 9:45PM The T-Room Fri 10:00PM The Marquee Ballroom
27Natalie Lynn | Halifax, NS Nilla | Toronto, ON Nnedi Nebula | Austin, TX OBUXUM | Toronto, ON
Wed 10:30PM The Seahorse Tavern Fri 10:15PM The Seahorse Tavern Fri 6:30PM Paul O’Regan Hall Fri 12:00AM The Seahorse Tavern
ARTISTS A-Z
Orchid’s Curse | Halifax, NS Owen Meany’s Batting Port Cities | Halifax, NS Praises | Toronto, ON
Fri 11:00PM Gus’ Pub Stance | Halifax, NS Fri 7:30PM The Rebecca Cohn Thurs 12:00AM The T-Room
Tues 7:00PM Government House Sat 7:30PM The Rebecca Cohn
Property | Saint John’s, NL Quake Matthews | Halifax, NS Quiet Parade | Halifax, NS Rain Over St. Ambrose
Thurs 8:15PM The Carleton Sat 12:00AM The T-Room Wed 9:00PM The Seahorse Tavern Halifax, NS
Fri 5:30PM CKDU Lobby Wed 9:45PM The Seahorse Tavern
28Rayannah | Winnipeg, MB The Royal Foundry Sean Leon | Toronto, ON Sean-One | Fredericton, NB
Thurs 3:30PM The Carleton Edmonton, AB Thurs 12:00AM The Marquee Ballroom Fri 10:15PM The Seahorse Tavern
Fri 8:15PM The Carleton Sat 6:45PM The Carleton
ARTISTS A-Z
Shevy Price | Halifax, NS Skye Wallace | Vancouver, BC Soap Opera | Saint John’s, NL The Sorority | Toronto, ON
Fri 10:15PM The Seahorse Tavern Wed 9:30PM The Marquee Ballroom Thurs 6:45PM The Carleton Thurs 11:15PM The Marquee Ballroom
Sorrey | Charlottetown, PEI Sportsfan | Toronto, ON Steven Lambke | Toronto, ON T. Thomason | Halifax, NS
Thurs 6:15PM CKDU Lobby Fri 3:30PM The Local Thurs 12:00AM Gus’ Pub Sat 10:00PM The Carleton
Fri 2:00PM The Local
29Tachichi | Halifax, NS Tallies | Toronto, ON Thrillah | Halifax, NS Trails | Ottawa, ON
Friday 10:15PM The Seahorse Tavern Thurs 4:00PM The Local Sat 11:30PM The T-Room Wed 10:30PM The Marquee Ballroom
Thurs 11:15PM The T-Room
ARTISTS A-Z
Valfreya | Montreal, QC Van Buren Boys | Mount Pearl, NL Weary | Saint John’s, NL Witch Prophet | Toronto, ON
Fri 12:00AM Gus’ Pub Thurs 6:00PM The Carleton Thurs 7:30PM The Carleton Thurs 10:15PM The Marquee Ballroom
Sat 10:00PM Gus’ Pub
Yani Mo | Lithonia, GA Zaki Ibrahim | Toronto, ON Zola Jesus | Merrill, WI
Fri 9:30PM The Seahorse Tavern Sat 11:00PM The Seahorse Tavern Wed 11:30PM The Marquee Ballroom
30HUNGRY?
WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED.
Stop by our official food partners for a pre-show fuel
up or a late night snack, and catch some live music
while you’re there! MAKE EVERY MOMENT SPECIAL
Event Services and Event Rentals for
Weddings, Parties, and Festivals!
FOOD PARTNERS
Stubborn Goat Gastropub — 1579 Grafton Street BROWSE OUR CATALOGUE & SERVICES ONLINE
WWW.MACFARLANDSEVENTS.COM
With options from brunch to sharing plates; hefty mains
to woodfired pizza, Stubborn Goat’s menu takes you from
morning recovery to post-show meal.
Pop in Saturday night for supper and some live music.
Showtimes and more on halifaxpopexplosion.com.
Hopyard — 2103 Gottingen Street
Beer, food and vinyl — what’s not to love? Try the special
HPX food items, the vegetarian/vegan menu, and enjoy a
Gahan, Garrison or Good Robot beer on tap.
Stop by Saturday night to catch Little Cities at 10:00pm.
Showtimes and more on halifaxpopexplosion.com.
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31COMEDY
The Carleton − October 17
The Marquee Ballroom − October 19 and 20
Tucked away amidst the music rises the comedy
Maggie Estey | Frederiction, NB Ian Harvie | Portland, ME
of Halifax Pop Explosion. A previously small event Oct. 19, 6:30PM Oct. 19, 7:00PM
COMEDY
now coming into its own, the HPX comedy lineup The Marquee Ballroom The Marquee Ballroom
showcases a variety of comedians who are emerging
on the scene and about to explode internationally.
Comedy shows are included for wristband holders.
Tickets are also sold in advance and at the door.
The most up-to-date schedule and lineup is available
at halifaxpopexplosion.com/comedy
Jordan Roberts | Halifax, NS Matthew Broussard | Atlanta, GA
Oct. 20, 6:30PM Oct. 20, 7:00PM
The Marquee Ballroom The Marquee Ballroom
& more!
32VENUE ACCESSIBILITY
Halifax Pop Explosion is dedicated to listening to our community, audience, and performers
to actively improve the accessibility of our festival.
HPX will do its very best to accommodate those who require assistance to attend the festival.
Visit halifaxpopexplosion.com/info to view full details of each HPX venue’s accessibility
including wheelchair accessibility, washroom accessibility and more.
VENUE ACCESSIBILITY
If you require assistance to attend Halifax Pop Explosion, please email
info@halifaxpopexplosion.com. Additional comments, questions, suggestions, and
concerns can be addressed to that email.
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33HPX STAFF HPX BOARD
James Boyle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Executive Director Stephanie Purcell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair of the Board
Ashley Moran . . . . . . . . . . . Operations Manager (Retired) Georgie Dudka . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice-Chair
Jamie Hammond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Festival Manager Kristin Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary
Gabrielle Archer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Finance Manager
Regan MacInnis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer
Danny Thomas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Technical Director
Chris Toms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director
Yushan (Shannon) Gao. . . . . . . Volunteer Coordinator
Tynan Dunfield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Festival Coordinator Josh Hogan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director
HPX STAFF
Vanessa Breijer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marketing Coordinator Kate MacDonald. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director
Patrick Marsh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Production Coordinator Neil Stephen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director
Jess de Domenico. . . . . . . . . Partnership Coordinator
Syrah Brenneman. . . . . . . . . . . .Hotel Venue Manager
Sarah Aldridge. . . . . . . . . Marquee Complex Manager
Lucas Reeves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Technical Coordinator
Trevor Barnaby. . . . . . Assistant Technical Coordinator
NOMADIC RECIPROCITY
Jason Mullen . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transportation Manager
Jennifer Bridgman. . . . . . . Transportation Coordinator MAIN EVENT
FREE
Saturday October 13 MORE INFO AT
Amanda Stevens . . . . . . . . . . . . Zine Fair Coordinator 6pm–Midnight Nocturnehalifax.ca
Melissa Laverdure . . . . . . . . . . . . Zine Fair Coordinator Halifax & Dartmouth #nochfx
Trevor Murphy/Pigeon Row . . Public Relations/Media
Olivia Cusack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Graphic Designer
Chris Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Photographer
34TICKETS/BOX OFFICE
FESTIVAL WRISTBANDS AND TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
WHERE TO BUY
FESTIVAL WRISTBAND estival wristbands and show tickets are available for purchase online
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$
80* at halifaxpopexplosion.com.
TICKETS / BOX OFFICE
he best bang for your buck is a Festival Wristband. HPX wristbands allow you
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to fully experience this four day city-wide music takeover by giving you access
to the entire festival (excluding Symphony NS show). Even better, go VIP to
VIP WRISTBAND skip the line and receive other perks!
$
149* Visit our website for full schedule, show details and to plan your HPX experience.
BOX OFFICE
Delta Halifax - 1990 Barrington Street
re-purchased Festival & VIP wristbands and Conference Passes can be picked
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CONFERENCE BADGE up at our Festival Box Office. Purchases may also be made at the Box Office.
$
200* HOURS OF OPERATION
October 17 - 20: 10:00am-10:00pm
estival wristbands can be picked up at the Box Office, and at any venue
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Individual show tickets vary in price where cover is being charged or tickets are being sold. All venue Box Offices
depending on the venue/show.
will open at the show door time for that day.
Please go to halifaxpopexplosion.com,
or our Box Office, for ticket and door prices. Festival badges and artist passes can only be picked up at the Box Office.
*Plus tax and fees. 35halifaxpopexplosion.com /halifaxpopexplosion /halifaxpopx @halifaxpopx
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