Commissioned by the City of Ottawa Public Art Program, MONAHAN is a piece of public sound art that combines auditory media, nature, and technical innovation to create a unique 20-minute listening experience with each visit.

Celebrating the 40th anniversary of his wildly successful album Rebel Yell, Billy Idol brought his Rebel Yell 2024 Canadian tour to the Canadian Tire Centre on Saturday night, and he even brought Canada’s own 80s icons Platinum Blonde along for the ride.

Les Misérables is a worldwide hit, produced in many languages, and has been part of our collective pop culture for decades. And for good reason. Broadway Across Canada brings us the show at the National Arts Centre this week, which is fantastic, because this production is meant to be seen on a grand stage.

Ottawa’s—and now Canada’s—rising track star, Eliezer Adjibi, is in top form for his Olympic debut. The budding sprinter proved he can run shoulder-to-shoulder with the nation’s best after his recent silver medal performance at the 2024 Canadian Olympic Trials.

Gatineau-born track cyclist, Ariane Bonhomme, rode into Tokyo 2020 as an Olympic rookie. Now that the training wheels are off, she’s leading a podium push alongside a trio of Olympic newcomers.

Toshka Besharah-Hrebacka paddles into Paris as the youngest of the Canadian Women’s Kayak 4 (K-4) team, all making their Olympic debuts. She shares the boat with Manotick’s Natalie Davison in the Women’s K-4 500m event.

Every first Monday of the month, Apartment613 publishes the coolest #ottarts #ottjobs we hear about. All the best arts and culture gigs in our local network. Share a job posting or call for artists: Please send a link to <ottjobs@apt613.ca> and be sure to mention the closing date. Ottawa-Gatineau-based opportunities only.

Five years ago, Jacqueline Madogo was on the starting lineup for a varsity soccer squad. Today, she’s lined up at the starting blocks in her Olympic track debut. The fullback-turned-sprinter found her footing on the track and is preparing for a packed schedule in Paris 2024.

Fresh local music whenever you want it. Updated weekly by apt613.ca music writers. It’s like New Music Friday but for #ottmusic and we release on Wednesday. Basically the same thing. Add our playlist on Spotify!  Here are this week’s fresh new tracks: [Pop/Gospel] “Saving Grace” by Grace Marr [Electronic/World music] “For All Time” by Jaqnero […]

It was a great night for some fine live music on Thursday night at Live On Elgin. The night’s bill featured Nick Posthumus and the Soft Maybes, and opener J3M, both acts currently based out of Toronto, but with Ottawa roots. J3M got the night started, acting as a one man band, singing/playing to accompanying […]

Side by Side Weekend is back for a fourth year and will take place in Club SAW’s courtyard and indoor venues from July 26 to 28. The lineup is filled with exciting local talent as well as an eclectic array of artists from all over the place, including Pony Girl, Hot Garbage, Sun Junkies, Sasha Cay, Sorry Snowman, and so many more!

Fresh local music whenever you want it. Updated weekly by apt613.ca music writers. It’s like New Music Friday but for #ottmusic and we release on Wednesday. Basically the same thing. Add our playlist on Spotify!  Here are this week’s fresh new tracks: [RnB] “Give You The World” by Emma Gabriel [Rock] “Half Bad” by Saint […]

Saturday’s rock lineup attracted tens of thousands, and those who managed to arrive early enjoyed a memorable set from opening act JJ Wilde. Having opened for other massive rock legends, including KISS and Pearl Jam, the energetic singer added Motley Crue to her list. 

Last night marked the closing of this year’s edition and 30th anniversary of Bluesfest. Closing the final night were two juxtaposed shows- Nas, also celebrating his 30th anniversary of his debut album Illmatic, and the alternative stylings of Ben Howard on the river stage. Nas’ set was littered with hits- from “New York State of […]

The second last night of Bluesfest was a showcase in rock n roll, as hair-metal legends Motley Crue headlined the evening. Canadian JJ Wilde rocked the early crowd with an aggressive, fun set. Windsor’s The Tea Party made their annual trip to Ottawa, utilizing haunting riffs layered under in your face guitar solos. It was […]