Demon Slayer Movie: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train

Demon Slayer is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Koyoharu Gotoge. Following the popularity of the manga, Demon Slayer was serialized as an anime in 2019. Demon Slayer follows Tanjiro Kamada, a young boy who becomes a Demon Slayer after his family is massacred by a demon, and her sister ends up one herself. This anime has become one of the most popular anime in 2019 and now 2020 with its highly anticipated movie release. In October 2020, the series had circulated over 100 million copies, becoming one of the best-selling manga series of all time. 

At the end of the season in April 2020, it was announced that a movie would be following as a sequel. The film will be released in Japan on October 16th 2020, with an North American release set into 2021. Some information was released, stating the film was going to be rated PG-13, and run for one hour and 57 minutes. This is a long run time based on Japanese film standards, which makes the movie’s release even more exciting. 

Both the Japanese and English voice actors will be reprising their roles for the film. Fans are delighted to hear this, as it really gives a sense of cohesion and continuation from the anime to the film.  The movie begins immediately after the final episode, so fans who are readers of the manga have a good sense of where the movie will take you. Our antagonist Enmu has been recently freed from Muzan’s cells and is ready to attack a mysterious moving train. Tanjiro – our protagonist – comes to the rescue, but is dealt a few more cards than he anticipated. 

Who’s excited for this movie? Anime and Manga readers alike can rejoice in this new anime release.

Here’s the trailer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23riEOmDOgM#action=share&ab_channel=AniplexUS

The video game sweeping the world is back for another season of fun! Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout announced season 2 will begin Thursday October 8th. For those who don’t know, Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout is an elimination style game, where players who are too slow or fail certain requirements for minigames are eliminated. It is an individual game, with a series of team challenges that help eliminate large groups. Players can play with people across the globe, which makes it even more exciting! Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout is available on PC and PlayStation, without cross platform gameplay. 

Season 2 will feature Halloween style, but isn’t explicitly based on the holiday itself. The theme will generally be revolving around “Epic Quests”. It will feature giant castle settings, with dragon, viking, witch and wizard costumes. 

YouTube gaming as announced a charity event, with $100,000 prize going to UNICEF. The even will feature a number of streamers. This is a great opportunity for them to have Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout Season 2 on such a large platform for a great cause. This has been a highly anticipated launch for players and fans alike. 

If you’ve ever played Fall Guys you know how much fun it can be! You can play against your friends, and really enjoy the different levels and themes for each course. You definitely figure out which courses are harder than others, and which ones you really need to practice at. The cool feature of the game is you don’t always get the same courses every time you play. There are only a certain number of courses, but they shuffle through every round you sign on. Don’t worry! If you get eliminated you can hop right into a new game! Catch Season 2 of Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout on Thursday, October 8th!

It seems that people don’t know how much time effort and money it takes to sustain the BC music industry. There are countless people constantly working on providing all of us the music we love. In the true spirit of learning, here are the partners behind all the music you love to hear. BC Music Association gives a large list of the partners the make things happen.

Funding Partners

• Creative BC
• FACTOR – Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent On Recordings
• The Government of Canada
• The Province of British Columbia
• Do604

• Do250
• One Peak Digital Marketing

• Stage & Screen Travel Services

• CARAS – The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences
• CCMIA – Canadian Council of Music Industry Associations
• CIMA – Canadian Independent Music Association
• Music Export Canada
• Music Canada
• Music Canada Live
• MMF – Music Managers Forum
• MROC – Musicians’ Rights Organization Canada
• NIMBUS School of Recording Arts
• Western Canadian Music Alliance / BreakOut West

• MusiCounts
• Unison Benevolent Fund

All of these partners contribute heavily into making sure BC music is heard and enjoyed by everyone. It’s not just the artists that bring you the content you love so much, there are many other cogs to this wheel that don’t get talked about! These partners make it all possible, and have a hand in every aspect of BC music both domestically and internationally! Events, Concerts, Social Media, Recordings, they provide the help and guidance for all of it!

Music and the Mind

Have no fear! Music is always here for you. No, I mean it. You’re sad? Listen to music. You’re mad? Listen to music. You’re happy? Listen to music. Music is something used for every moment, and every emotion.

We all know life can be hard. Students have piles of homework and studying, professionals have copious amounts of work, and don’t even get on about money. It seems in every walk of life as an adult, there are stresses we can’t get away from. Yes, that is a completely normal, standard of daily life. Stress can be something that effects our mood to the highest degree. It can make you every emotion under the sun. Luckily something as simple as music is so impactful that you can help yourself by listening to it.

Music can alter your mood. People listen to it when they’ve experience a breakup, a makeup, a loss, and a victory. It can be an enhancer of emotion in the best ways possible. Lyrics are often if not always relatable to some extent, which can be extremely soothing to the mind knowing that you’re not the only one going through the hardships of life. Even the exciting times have songs to relate too, and it’s a comforting thing to have.

Next time you’re extremely stressed or anxious, or extremely happy, listen to music. It will heighten your emotions, or change them depending on what you’re wanting out of it. Studying? Play some light tunes in the back ground to help you stay focused.

What would be a more perfect thing to listen to then our very own Evolution 107.9! You can turn it on at anytime and listen to a variety of your favourite bands and artists, to help with the stresses or successes you’re experiencing!

For obvious reasons, being able to support your local bands by attending their shows has become just a bit harder. Of course the circumstances we are under pose quite the difficulty, but there are other great ways to help support your favourite bands and musicians.

Buy Their Music:

As normal as this sounds, purchasing a artists music is a great way to continuously support your favourites. It’s not like you don’t listen to their music anyways, but purchasing the songs from apple music and other music platforms helps them stay afloat, especially during these tough times. When you purchase their music, you’re giving them an opportunity to keep bringing you the music you love!

Buy Their Merchandise:

Who doesn’t love a good old concert tee? Whether you wear it out in public, or to bed, the fact you purchased something from a band is a huge help to them! On top of that, you get to show off your favourite band, and give them some extra reach. When you walk down the street in your cool merchandise, and someone stops as asks you about the band, you get to fill them in on how much you love them! This in turn will get that stranger to even listen to one of their songs, giving them an opportunity to gain another listener, as well as someone who may potentially buy their music or merchandise as well! You’ve unintentionally helped your favourite band!

Share Them With Others:

Buying their merchandise leads to great conversations with people that may not know their music, but just talking about them and sharing there music generally helps as well! Like the merchandise, your conversations can spark a continuous cycle of conversations, downloads, and new fans! This is something that can be so simple and go such a long way! Luckily you love your favourite artists so much that discussing them really isn’t a chore, but fun!

China Cloud

This tiny nook is a hot spot for local artists, fans, and comedians alike. It’s almost as though you’ve entered into an underground club that’s a true secret to the public. A earthy, soothing atmosphere with chill vibes, China Cloud really stands out (even though it’s quite hidden). It features a variety of artwork, comfy couches and a handmade wooden bar. Highly rated on Yelp, this is a great spot to see some local bands in a more intimate setting.

Located at 524 Main Street

The Biltmore Cabaret

 This spot which is a bit bigger than China Cloud, showcases local talents, and has an INSANELY delicious food menu to boot. You can reserve seating at two sides of the cabaret, which show cases a different genre of music each. This is an interesting element that gives you that extra option (sometimes depending on your mood!) to choose from. They also showcase a variety of themed nights, including Jr. High 90’s night, Kitty Nights and Talent time. Reviews constantly mention how every night is different at the Biltmore, and that keeps it interesting every time you go! You can’t find a bad seat in the house to watch your favourite bands.

Check out the Biltmore Cabaret at 2755 Prince Edward Street

The Cultch

This cute little spot has nothing but amazing reviews! The atmosphere at The Cultch alone will make you want to go back over and over again. Cozy, relaxed with artwork displayed all over, you’re not only there for a great show, but the venue is visually appealing as well. With not a bad seat in the house, you really feel as though you’re apart of the show itself. This little nook features old building vibes, almost nostalgic making you feel right at home, with some inside updates that give a modern twist to it. They also feature a lounge room for you to kick back and relax on larger cushioned chairs, so you can enjoy the show comfortably. Fabulous staff, and great happy hour prices, it is a venue fit for a true fan.

Check out the Cultch at 1895 Venables Street

If you think you need to search the world for the quality music you listen to, don’t look any further! Here’s some amazing local artists to add to your music library.

Cartoon Lizard

This band from Victoria BC features 5 multi instrumental song writers, bringing their talents together to make incredible indie pop music. Continuously refining their craft, these artists collaborate to bring light eclectic music that will give you cool vibes while tickling your soul. A local band that serves you the best in-depth variety of music that you just have to take a ferry to hear.

Take a look at their website to find out when they will be performing near you!

https://do250.com/artists/cartoon-lizard

Wise Child

Victoria based indie band Wise Child brings you soulful, deep music that will feed every part of your body. Their calm whistful music will bring you into your dream land, and carry you through the clouds. Lead singer Jaya Bremer’s Alto gives your ears the sweetest treat. This band is the type of music you listen to on repeat when you’re in any type of mood.

https://do250.com/artists/wise-child

Check them out and find out when you’ll be able to catch them live.

Violet

This Victoria grown band has you itching for more. This Grunge R&B style band brings you sounds you may have already heard, with a distinct twist and flavour you would never expect. This jaw dropping band has already got themselves lined up for a variety of festivals, as well as hitting the studio to continue their music making gold. Deep intense lyrics with hard guitar riffs lead you into a dark path you can’t help but bang your head too. Don’t miss out on adding this great band to your music library!

These Victoria based BC bands will be a perfect addition to your musical library, with variety and flare you don’t want to miss out on!