Usually I regale my readers with tales from the weekend past. So vast and varied is the pool of talent that graces our stage, that often a recap is required. This week however this column is a look forward at what's to come! As many know Canadian Music Week is again upon us. This is one of my favourite times of the year as the city is even more awash in music than usual. Bands you know, along side bands you may never have heard or seen otherwise. The spotlight is cast brightly into all corners of Canadian music this week.

As always The Hideout is in the thick of things and it's stage as always, is now prime real estate for fierce displays of talent. Sure you could scan the pages of any of Toronto's weekly's for listings, but you'd be missing some of the magic.

Personally I like just popping in and seeing what I find. It's a bit like spinning the dial on the greatest radio. Standing shoulder to shoulder with pure music fans is a feeling you can't beat. If we're lucky, a gem or two may reveal themselves on stage!

The Hideout is in my opinion the perfect venue for an event like this. It is a house of music. A place where the spirit of Canadian Music Week dwells long after the bands go. So come early, stay late, indulge and enjoy!The bar serves till 4:00 am and I can promise awe inspiring talent and the best brand of good times!