NXNE: Monday

Came into the HMV store on Yonge Street, not really expecting to get anything, but I found these albums, God Help the Girl for a mere $1.99! Could not resist, ended up buying all their stock.

There was a whole stand with section of NXNE artists as soon as you enter HMV, which was nice to see. They’re promoting about a dozen bands, including Stars, and the unfriendly named F*** Up.

Anyway, from there, we headed through Trinity Square Park to discover that NXNE’s banner and information desk were there. I picked up a scheduling booklet, the concert listing looks incredibly daunting.

Vas Vega, minus the drummer, were performing a set for us. What a treat, except, it seems the passerbys just thought it was odd.

Highlight from their set were two covers: A medley of Zager & Evans’ “In the Year 2525” and David Bowie’s “Space Oddity” and Radiohead’s “Karma Police” (which had a guest singer, Jay Edwards).

They ended their set with “Ordinary Boy”.

Vas Vega will be performing at an official NXNE show at the Velvet Underground (510 Queen W) on Wednesday, along with Rehab For Quitters, Lava & Ash, mip, and We Were Heads. More information about Vas Vega at vasvega.com.

Bonus: If you’re in the Toronto area and want something to do in the daytime, here are some free shows, courtesy of NXNE. See you there!