Alternative Music

Jatiwangi art Factory’s ‘Lair’ brings collaborative music to Kingston

Jatiwangi art Factory (JaF) , an artistic collective from Jatisura, Indonesia, is bringing their music ensemble to Kingston for a micro-residency .

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Futura Free gets ready for album release show

Kingston band Futura Free is set to hold an in-person release show at The Mansion on Oct. 9 for their newest album, Reducer.Continue...

JukeBox County releases debut album

JukeBox County, the stage name of Kingston’s own Rich Tyo, sat down with The Journal ahead of the release of his upcoming debut 10-track album, Inner Space Outer Space .Continue...

Steven Heighton releases debut album 'The Devil's Share'

Steven Heighton, Queen's MA '86 and accomplished author, had no interest in performing his own songs until the owner of Wolfe Island Records heard him play.Continue...

Carter and the Capitals' first time in Kingston

An Edmonton-based band is reaching the Limestone City this week, bringing with them their debut full-length and self-titled album.Continue...

Anticipating 2019’s indie-rock scene

Following a strong year for great alternative music—with new albums from James Blake, Mumford & Sons, and Beck—the stakes for 2019 are high.Continue...

Tone Deaf Music Festival on key for 17th run

If you didn’t know Kingston had a local experimental music scene, you’re not alone.Continue...