Author: Sophie Mitchell

Amazon MGM Studios Unveils First Teaser for Upcoming Crime Thriller Directed by and Starring Michael B. Jordan Amazon MGM Studios has released the first teaser trailer for an untitled heist thriller directed, produced, and starring Academy Award-winning actor Michael B. Jordan. The film is scheduled to debut exclusively in theatres on March 5, 2027, marking another major directing effort for Jordan as he continues to expand his role behind the camera. The project brings together an accomplished cast and production team, positioning the film as one of the studio’s notable theatrical releases for 2027. Michael B. Jordan Takes Multiple Creative…

Independent Artist Introduces Cinematic Lead Single ‘Stay’ as Centrepiece of Personal Debut Project Independent recording artist Darling Nikki has released her debut EP, Hippie Soul, marking the arrival of a fully self-written and self-produced collection that blends soul, funk and vintage pop influences into a modern retro sound. The release introduces listeners to an artist who has maintained complete creative control throughout the production process, from songwriting and recording to the final mix. Rooted in analog, 1970s-inspired production, the EP reflects both Darling Nikki’s musical style and personal philosophy, while highlighting collaborations with musicians and engineers from several countries. A…

Romantic drama based on Anna Todd’s bestselling novel brings coming-of-age story to global streaming audience TORONTO — Prime Video will premiere The Last Sunrise, a romantic drama based on the novel by bestselling author Anna Todd, on Aug. 26, adding another original feature film to its growing slate of global releases. Directed by Carlson Young, the film stars Maia Reficco, Fernando Lindez, and Eva Longoria in a story centered on love, family and resilience. Adapted from Todd’s novel, the film follows a college student navigating a life-changing summer while confronting both a chronic illness and long-held family secrets. The release…

Long-term agreement gives Prime Video exclusive rights to Wednesday night NHL games and select Stanley Cup Playoff series beginning in 2026-27 TORONTO — Rogers Communications and Prime Video have signed a 12-year sublicensing agreement that will make the streaming platform the exclusive Canadian home of nationally broadcast Wednesday night NHL games beginning with the 2026-27 season, further expanding digital access to live hockey across the country. Under the agreement announced Tuesday, Prime Video will exclusively stream national Wednesday night regular-season NHL games in both English and French, while also securing exclusive rights to select Stanley Cup Playoff matchups each year.…

Streaming platform expands August slate with original series, films, documentaries and exclusive sports coverage Prime Video has announced an extensive lineup of original programming, films and live sports arriving throughout August 2026, offering subscribers a mix of scripted dramas, action series, documentaries and exclusive sporting events. The month’s schedule is headlined by the debut of Sterling Point, a coming-of-age drama set in Ontario’s Muskoka region, alongside the return of the hit action series Reacher for its fourth season. New feature films, including Beast Race, The Last Sunrise, The Christophers, and You, Me & Tuscany, also join the platform, while sports…

Vancouver-based country and bluegrass songwriter continues decades-long career with haunting new release rooted in Prairie storytelling VANCOUVER — Canadian country and bluegrass singer-songwriter Mary Garnett Edwards has released her latest single, Boneyard, a dark and emotionally charged track that showcases the veteran artist’s storytelling approach while offering listeners a preview of her forthcoming album, Madhouse. Now based in North Vancouver after growing up in Edmonton, Edwards has spent more than 50 years writing and performing original music. Her latest release draws listeners into a rural setting marked by poverty, betrayal and tragedy, reinforcing the narrative-driven songwriting that has defined her…

Free August 3 festival to feature Glen Washington, Exco Levi, Tonya P and family-friendly cultural celebrations BRAMPTON, Ont. — The JAMBANA One World Festival will return to Brampton Sports Park on Monday, Aug. 3, 2026, bringing a full day of live music, Caribbean culture, food and community programming as part of Canada’s Emancipation Day celebrations. Presented by TD in collaboration with the City of Brampton, the free festival has become one of Canada’s leading multicultural events, drawing thousands of visitors annually to celebrate the history, heritage and contributions of the African and Caribbean diaspora while promoting diversity and inclusion. Running…

Ryan Meili and veteran Saskatchewan musicians release long-awaited debut album blending classic folk rock with Prairie storytelling SASKATOON — Saskatchewan folk rock band Blue Umbrella has officially released its debut album, Recklessly Yours, bringing together a group of seasoned Prairie musicians for a project more than three decades in the making. Available now on streaming platforms and vinyl, the 12-track record is led by singer-songwriter Ryan Meili, widely known across Canada as a family physician, public health advocate and former leader of the Saskatchewan New Democratic Party. The album combines the warm melodies of 1970s folk rock with the raw…

New Brunswick Indigenous singer-songwriter releases emotionally powerful track ahead of upcoming seven-song album Tobique First Nation singer-songwriter Mike Bern has released “The Belt,” a deeply personal new single that examines the lasting emotional scars of war and how those experiences can shape family life across generations. The New Brunswick artist’s latest release continues his tradition of drawing from lived experience, delivering a thoughtful reflection on trauma, resilience and the complexities of fatherhood through the eyes of a child. Produced by Mathieu LeGuerrier, the song serves as the lead single from Bern’s forthcoming seven-song album, expected later this year. The project…

Drumheller’s Heavy Music Festival Unveils 14th Edition Lineup Featuring International and Canadian Metal Acts The Loud As Hell Open Air Festival is set to return to Drumheller, Alberta, from July 31 to August 2, 2026, bringing another weekend of extreme music, camping, live entertainment, and community gathering to the heart of Alberta’s Badlands. Entering its 14th edition, the annual event will once again transform the Dinosaurs Down Stampede grounds into one of Canada’s premier destinations for heavy metal fans. Known for combining live music with Alberta’s distinctive landscape of hoodoos, canyons, and dinosaur fossil beds, the festival will feature performances…