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Fanfa NEWS: POP MONTREAL REVEALS INITIAL 2012 LINEUP
by Pollock
From September 19th to 23rd, the city of Montreal will host an intriguing collection of musicians, artists and filmmakers, among other eclectic individuals and groups related to the arts and culture, as part of this year’s beloved Pop Montreal Festival. Organizers have announced their initial list of the artists, with more to be announced closer to the festival date. Now in its 11th year, there are some unique highlights in the 2012 lineup that are noteworthy: Californian rapper Lil B, an R Kelly cover set by American Idol hopeful Jacob Lusk, and a discussion held with Arcade Fire lead vocalist Win Butler and David Byrne.
Check out the lineup (so far) and ticket information, below.
Lil B Grizzly Bear Chilly Gonzales Tim Hecker Jacob Lusk and the R Kelly All-Stars K’naan Patrick Wolf Peaches DJ Extravaganza POP vs Jock Deerhoof Gang Gang Dance Gotye Nicky Da B Zammuto David Byrne / Win Butler talk Dam Funk Venus X Jimmy “Bo” Horne Andre Williams Fanfare Ciocarlia Cate Le Bon The Sadies Hot Snakes Dirty Three Julia Holter Antibalas Laetitia Sadier Bertrand Burgalat The Soft Moon Mr. Muthafuckin’ eXquire Ben Howard Buke and Gase I Break Horses Katatonia
For more info regarding venues, festival passes, and individual tickets, please head on over to our friends at PopMontreal.com
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