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The air in Ottawa’s ByWard Market carries a different weight when you turn the corner onto Murray Street. The ebb and flow of tourism and nightlife has changed the music scene of the city, especially since the pandemic but one thing that has survived is The Rainbow Bistro. Although it was to host its last show on September 18, 2021 , the community had other ideas. With a group of business leaders spearheading the “Amplifiers”  team - a group of local entrepreneurs and music l

SATURDAY NIGHT HEADLINERS - photo by Laura Collins There’s a specific kind of magic that happens in a room when everyone present knows they are part of something that wasn’t "supposed" to work. You can feel it in the floorboards—a vibration that’s half-distorted bass and half-defiant joy. This past weekend, that vibration was rattling the windows of the Rainbow Bistro in the Market. We’ve all heard the tired gatekeeping platitudes. If you’ve spent more than five minutes in t

Come on out for a night of music, memories and stories in honour of Sharron O'Neill as we raise money for the Arnprior Hospital's Hope for Scope Campaign. November 8th at the Arnprior Legion. 7pm

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Gigs get cancelled, payments fall through, and expectations shift—unless it’s in writing. A simple contract helps musicians and venues stay clear, fair, and professional. This post explains why every gig, no matter the size, deserves a written agreement—and how you can get a free, ready-to-use template from Indie Vibe Network.