The Hammer

The Hammer The HAMMER Magazine: Reunion Page The magazine was launched during the Gulf War in 1991, and began as a "dare". Our magazine was unique. We were young.

2011 marked the 20th anniversary of the launch of Hamilton's HAMMER Magazine, the brainchild of writer Brenda Whitehall and musician Lily Sazz. The mission of The HAMMER was to celebrate and promote the talented and eclectic musicians, writers, artists, photographers, cartoonists, poets, comedians and actors, who hailed from Hamilton, Ontario, also known as the "Steel City". The HAMMER became ever

yone's magazine - and we proudly boasted about the accomplishments of all who graced the pages - from Grammy-winning superstars to bands fresh out of the garage. We had no business sense. But had refreshing ideas and a passion to promote local talent. We didn't take ourselves too seriously (we even listed our psychic consultants in the masthead). Most of all, we had a lot of fun creating an arts and entertainment magazine, distributed thoughout the Greater Hamilton Area, for three years. It was a "pilot project" - or a launching pad - for many of us who moved on to bigger and better things. And the magazine expanded from profiling HAMMER talents to all Canadian talents. Songs were written about The HAMMER. Celebrities were randomly photographed reading issues of The HAMMER. Other publications wrote about The HAMMER. And Hamilton's nickname "HAMMER" expanded from local musician circles to becoming a popular, household word - not just in Ontario, but across all of Canada. We invite you to post information about your events, promote gigs, public book readings, CD releases, fundraisers, art openings - whatever strikes your fancy. We look forward to connecting with new talents and reconnecting with old friends. Enjoy The HAMMER...

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Big thanks to Roots Music Canada for this exclusive debut of my new video, “Goodnight, Sweetheart”! Filmed live off the ...
11/07/2024

Big thanks to Roots Music Canada for this exclusive debut of my new video, “Goodnight, Sweetheart”! Filmed live off the floor at the The Mule Spinner in Hamilton, Ontario, (Glen Marshall audio, Nathan Mccrory video), and accompanied on guitar by my dear friend and duo partner Don Oakie. I think that piano (formerly owned by Daniel Lanois) is the third musician in the room. Talk about juju in that instrument. Hope you enjoy the song, even though it’s sad. ❤️

https://www.rootsmusic.ca/2024/11/07/exclusive-preview-lily-sazz-goodnight-sweetheart/

Lily Sazz - Musician Sarah French Publicity Hamilton Musicians' Guild ___ Local 293, AFM Hamilton B. Lous Dundas Music Club (Odd Fellows Hall) Songs From The Hammer The Hammer HamiltonIndieMusic.com Hamilton Magazine

Known for her impressive career as a side-woman, a long-time member of the Women’s Blues R***e Band, a band-member to blues queen Rita Chiarelli and a co-foun

Join Lily Sazz and Don Oakie for this pop up porch concert in honour of International Play Music on the Porch Day. 12 no...
08/30/2024

Join Lily Sazz and Don Oakie for this pop up porch concert in honour of International Play Music on the Porch Day. 12 noon until 2pm (Saturday, August 31st, 2024) on the front porch of 189 Melville St., Dundas, Ontario. Bring your own chair if you wish to sit.

Here's a sample: https://youtu.be/H1_5JJBUjc4



What? International Play Music on the Porch Day
When? Saturday, Aug 31 (our show from noon until 2pm)
Where? 189 Melville Street, Dundas, Ontario
Who? Lily Sazz and Don Oakie

Lily Sazz - Musician Hamilton City of Music Hamilton Live Music

🥳📣🎬 I'm excited to announce the world premiere screening of my friend Bobo Whitehall (Whitehall Entertainment)'s latest ...
07/06/2024

🥳📣🎬 I'm excited to announce the world premiere screening of my friend Bobo Whitehall (Whitehall Entertainment)'s latest documentary: Beyond the Podium: Celebrating Canadian Women Champions!

The screening takes place at the beautiful Westdale Theatre on Friday, August 16th at 7pm.

This not to be missed documentary has already won two film festival awards and provides indepth interviews with 15 of Canada's top women winter Olympian athletes.

Brenda delves deep with her doc, discussing the challenges and triumphs these women have had and exploring topics such as racism, body image, safe sport, and mental health.

There is a Hamilton connection as two of the segments were filmed at Stewart Memorial Church and Dundurn Castle. I was happy to be involved in those segments as a photographer.

Hope to see you out on August 16th! Buy your tickets soon before the evening is sold out!

More from the rabbit hole. The Trailblazers got around. Lily Sazz - Musician Steelore-Hamilton Rock History 1970’s to 20...
04/08/2024

More from the rabbit hole. The Trailblazers got around. Lily Sazz - Musician Steelore-Hamilton Rock History 1970’s to 2010’s

When you find something while looking for something else. Jeepers. Early nineties Trailblazers. L to R: Alex MacDougall ...
04/08/2024

When you find something while looking for something else. Jeepers. Early nineties Trailblazers. L to R: Alex MacDougall (RIP), Kim Campagnaro, Lily Sazz - Musician, Melanie Jean, and Bob Latzer. Now I forget what I was looking for in the first place. Steelore-Hamilton Rock History 1970’s to 2010’s

It’s Bandcamp Friday. All proceeds go directly to the artists! Physical and digital available. https://cootesparadise.ba...
09/01/2023

It’s Bandcamp Friday. All proceeds go directly to the artists! Physical and digital available. https://cootesparadise.bandcamp.com/ and https://donoakie.bandcamp.com/.

Cootes Paradise specializes in original roots based music that is bluesy, funky, and filled with soul. Their music is an infectious, groove-based sound with a mix of super cool covers and originals that easily stand up to the rest of the repertoire.

If you’re in the neighborhood (Dundas, Ontario Dundas A Small Town but a Big Challenge), it’s . 12 noon until two today...
08/26/2023

If you’re in the neighborhood (Dundas, Ontario Dundas A Small Town but a Big Challenge), it’s . 12 noon until two today (Sat Aug 26) Don Oakie Helen Graham Lily Sazz - Musician Joan Krygsman

This is cool news! Cyndi Ingle Photography has been nominated for a Hamilton Spectator Readers' Choice award! I'm in the...
07/21/2023

This is cool news! Cyndi Ingle Photography has been nominated for a Hamilton Spectator Readers' Choice award! I'm in the final 20 and didn't even know I was nominated!

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Time to get your 90s on!Launch your summer by attending Sippin' at the Dock of the Bay 2023, The John Howard Society of ...
05/04/2023

Time to get your 90s on!
Launch your summer by attending Sippin' at the Dock of the Bay 2023, The John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington and Area's annual fundraiser!
The event takes place on Friday, June 2 at Hamilton's Waterfront Centre.
Read the Monkeybiz.ca article for more details and to buy tickets!
http://monkeybiz.ca/?p=9506
Donna Whiteman
The John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington & Area

The challenges of the last few years have many of us looking back with fondness for years gone by, especially the 90s. Lovers of the 90s are in luck as The John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington & Area is doing something a little different this year for their annual fundraising event Sippin’ ...

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