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Hamilton’s music scene: What is and what could be

Music writer Dylan Hudecki asked Hamilton’s music insiders for their opinions about how to keep the local music scene thriving and reinventing itself. Think of it as a suggestion box to turn up the volume on Hamilton. Hamilton’s music scene continues to thrive as one of Canada’s most…
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Sons of Butcher return meatier than ever

Hamilton’s unwashed rock band, born of a cult favourite animated comedy, is back with a new EP and a tour featuring a hometown stop. Hamilton’s filthiest, funniest, and most fearlessly unwashed rock band is back. Born from the cult animated comedy Sons of Butcher that aired on Teletoon…
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THE PLAYLIST

Dylan Hudecki is a Canadian indie-rock vet having played in many different bands, including By Divine Right, Cowlick, Slow Beach and The Dill. He’s a proud Hamiltonian who covers local album releases for HAMILTON CITY Magazine. TV FREAKS  – Blue Genie (garage, punk rock) Devotion, distortion, and the…
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My wild weekend at The JUNOs

That was quite the party Hamilton just hosted – wild, scrappy, and completely alive, says music writer Dylan Hudecki. Check out his whirlwind weekend of musical memories! When The JUNO Awards of 2026 landed in Hamilton, it felt less like a single event and more like…
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48 HOURS IN HAMILTON: A music lover’s curated weekend

Whether you’re a frequent visitor or taking in Hamilton for the first time during JUNO Week, musician and music writer Dylan Hudecki offers suggestions for spending a music-focused weekend in the city. SEE ALL OUR JUNOS COVERAGE HERE! Welcome to the Hammer,…
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ALANIS TO ARKELLS: Hamilton’s iconic JUNO Awards moments

Hamilton has hosted Canada's Biggest Night in Music six times and has been centre stage for some historical highlights. With six previous hosting gigs, Hamilton has played a starring role in JUNOS history. From Alanis Morissette’s record-breaking sweep to unforgettable nights with Céline Dion and The Tragically Hip,…