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A deep Revelation lies in Leif Vollebekk’s intricate indie tunes
July 31, 2024By: Hailey Miller, Staff Writer Born in Ottawa, and a long-time resident of Montréal, Leif Vollebekk is an indie artist whose music is full of smooth rhythms, soft melodies, and lilting lyrics. His highly-anticipated album, Revelation, will be released on September 27, with a European tour to follow this fall. I had the pleasure of interviewing Vollebekk over the phone ahead of his performance at the Vancouver Folk Music Festival, which took place on July 19. “It’s always lovely playing a folk festival. I haven’t played Vancouver in what feels like a million years,” Vollebekk said, adding that he feels…
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Y2K thrives in femme group NADUH
July 29, 2024By: Yasmin Hassan, Staff Writer With ‘90s hip-hop and 2000s R&B tunes, Vancouver-based femme group NADUH “fill the industry thigh gap” with their unique, old-school inspired spin on the genre. Listening to their music reminds me of hearing my big…
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How to spend a day at . . . Chilliwack’s District 1881
July 24, 2024By: Kaja Antic, Staff Writer The first time I saw Chilliwack’s District 1881 on social media, it was being compared to Disneyland. Walking through the narrow pedestrian alleyways, the brick façades of the nearby shops and restaurants give off a…
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Must-try vendors at the World Wide Food Festival and beyond
July 24, 2024By: Izzy Cheung, Arts & Culture Editor The World Wide Food Festival was held on July 6 and featured over 20 local vendors. Just because this event is over, it doesn’t mean you can’t try these scrumptious snacks! All of…
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Disabled drag superstars on Coast Salish territories
July 24, 2024By: Izzy Cheung, Arts & Culture Editor Take a seat, everybody! For The Peak’s Disability Pride Month issue, we’ve compiled a list of disabled drag performers who are taking the stage all across the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam),…
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How to spend a day in…Downtown Langley
July 18, 2024By: Zobia Khalid, SFU Student Downtown Langley blends a small-town vibe with the liveliness of a city. This place showcases the talent and culture of artists such as Langley muralist Judy Pohl. An afternoon walk here can reveal the beauty…
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Campus shopping experiences at New Gen Markets
July 17, 2024By: Amrit Kamaal, Peak Associate Step into a cute and quaint world of shopping at New Gen Markets! Many SFU students may already be familiar with this market, as they’ve set up stalls on the Burnaby campus many times this…
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Getting shipped away at Junction Public Market
July 16, 2024By: Yasmin Hassan, Staff Writer What hides among the looming towers of Vancouver’s Financial District? The Junction Public Market, that’s what! It’s not something that immediately catches your eye but the search for it is all worth it. With free…
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Need to Know, Need to Go: Vancouver-based arts events
July 16, 2024By: Hailey Miller, Staff Writer Vancouver Art Book Fair When: July 26: 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. and July 27: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Where: Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver Admission: Free! The Vancouver Art Book Fair will…
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Savouring sweet flavours and culture at Italian Day on the Drive
July 11, 2024By: Amrit Kamaal, Peak Associate One of the most anticipated free summer events in the Lower Mainland, Italian Day on the Drive is a day of cultural fusion and culinary expertise. Since 2010, this event has signified the unity and…
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