Halifax Pop Explosion Archives

Halifax Pop Explosion Unveils Their Full 2018 Lineup

“The 2018 festival brings a new kind of music experience not found throughout the year in Halifax.”

HPX25 Video Primer: Bambii, Tasha the Amazon, Clairmont the Second + More

Check out our video primer playlist for tonight’s HPX closer at the Marquee featuring the Toronto-based trifecta of DJ/producer Bambii, MC phenom Tasha The Amazon, the neo-soul tinged flows of Clairmont the Second, and more.

Comedian and Podcaster Kurt Braunohler Hits the Marquee Comedy Stage for HPX25

The Los Angeles comedian, podcaster, actor, jet-skier and skywriter, Kurt Braunohler, is set to headline the Marquee Comedy Stage this evening at 7PM as a part of Halifax Pop Explosion 25.

Tonight’s Double-Decker Kickoff for #HPX25

Here is your schedule for the Halifax Pop Explosion 2017 double-decker kickoff party tonight at the Seahorse Tavern and Marquee Ballroom.

Charles Bradley Cancels #HPX25 Appearance Following Cancer Diagnosis

“I love all of you out there that made my dreams come true. When I come back, I’ll come back strong”.

Track Premiere: “Soup” by Not You

Check out a preview track of Not You’s upcoming EP entitled Misty, and pre-order your copy on 12″ vinyl, CD and digital download via Fundog Records.

Found Footage: Halifax Pop Explosion 1994

Before we roll out our wrap-up of the HPX 2016 festivities, we wanted to share this great piece of throwback video from Much Music’s 1994 coverage of Halifax Pop Explosion. This found footage features Eric’s Trip, Thrush Hermit, Sunny Day Real Estate, Blonde Red Head, Treble Charger, Hardship Post and much more.

Diving into Voivod with Michel Langevin

Wendy Rose chats with Michel Langevin of legendary Canadian heavy metal veterans Voivod ahead of their shows tonight, October 19th, at the Rock House in St. John’s, and tomorrow, October 20th, at the Marquee Ballroom in Halifax.

Getting Back to The Luyas – SE@HPX2016

Mike Roy sits down with Jessie Stein of The Luyas ahead of their appearance at Halifax Pop Explosion to discuss the recent resurgence of the group including their new EP, their return to tour life, and finding inspiration both inside and outside of the music industry.