New Music Showcase

01/14/2026

New Music Showcase is now booking shows at the Carlton Tavern in Hamilton, Ontario, and we’re opening the doors wide to the entire music community. We’re looking for established acts interested in headlining and supporting emerging local bands as we work together to grow a stronger, more connected scene.

Whether you’re a seasoned touring band, a rising local favourite, or a brand new project ready to hit the stage, we want to hear from you. All genres, all styles, all backgrounds if you’ve got something to say, we want to help you say it loud.

Our goal is simple:
Build a thriving, inclusive community where new artists can grow, and established artists can help shape the next wave of Hamilton music.

If you’re interested in playing, collaborating, or getting involved, reach out with:
- Band name
- Genre / vibe
- Links to music or live footage

Let’s build something unforgettable together at the Carlton Tavern.

Too book reach out to:
[email protected]
Dennis Lightheart

01/13/2026

Join founding members of Virus X 1983 Rick Miami, Jerry Genova (Jarid Sinn), Sam Fruscione (Sam Thrash) and early bassist’s (1988-1990) Flip Hastings at the screening of their documentary “Zip Tied..The Virus X Story”, at Camp Cataract, Niagara Falls Ontario. Produced by 1120 Press and Shepherd Moon Studios. Thanks to AP Records. This Thursday January 15, 7pm.

12/28/2025

Tonight Pound Promotions & Fannatickets brings you DEC 28TH - DAYGLO ABORTIONS, ATTITUDE CHECK, HEAT RASH. Get down to the Doors: Taco Joint & Metal Bar and enjoy Heat Rash, Attitude Check and the legendary Dayglo Abortions

12/21/2025

We just got this great video of Toxic Avenger Band just killing a packed house at Camp Cataract. Go check out their Bandcamp or AP Records to find more extremely high energy Toxic Avenger songs.

12/21/2025

Nutkraker dropped this week. A awesome ep just in time for Christmas. The Ramones cover is absolutely going to thrill your ear holes. So go check out The Bees Bee Gee or AP Records Bandcamp to hear The Bees and Attitude Check team up!

12/14/2025

Arcade All Stars at the Guelph farmers market.

12/14/2025

The Deprecates at Guelph farmers market

12/10/2025

Go check out Aprecords.ca for exciting news and release dates for all your favorite AP artists.

12/08/2025

AP Records brings you a awesome collaboration between Bee Gee The Bees and Attitude Check. We heard there just might be a secret cover by of YUNG SCUMZ, you just never know with The Bees and the Attitude Check boys.

https://elasticstage.com/aprecords/releases/nutkraker-singleep

12/05/2025

AP Records have done it again! 31 songs on one compilation ft artists like Fast Eddie, Iron Moose, Welland Wasted, The Mendozaz. With exclusive songs from Ripcordz and DEATH SENTENCE. Head over to Bandcamp and grab a copy of this amazing album.

31 track album

12/04/2025