Mission Statement

MontrealMusicScene.com is an independent media source providing a networking vehicle for musicians and artists to help them gain public exposure while informing locals about the Montreal music scene and to unify them through a stronger growing community. MontrealMusicScene.com is also building strong alliances with traditional media entities (radio, tv, print) and industry partners to help expand the reach of our community.

History

MontrealMusicScene.com was founded January 2002 and quickly gained popularity via its internet message forum for musicians and artist to promote their work and live shows. It also has been one of the most popular online meeting places for musicians in search of new band members and a discussion area for music fans to exchange opinions about their favorite artists, cd’s, or on the music industry itself. With its addition of show reviews in early 2003, MontrealMusicScene.com experienced a dramatic growth in audience for the year of 2003. Now with over 10,000 registered members and over 85,000 unique visitors a month, it is the fastest growing music community in Montreal.

It's been quite a ride so far as we are into MontrealMusicScene.com's sixth year. We have met some fantastic people along the way with a mutual passion for music who devote their time to contribute to our cause. Montreal music needs the people's support if we are to call ourselves a community.

Meet the MMS Team!

Valerie Pyke
President

As President of MMS, Valerie Pyke takes on the reins of pushing the envelope in broadening our reach and impact in the music industry, placing Montreal on the national map of emerging talent. Valerie is also a professional freelance photographer and joined MMS in 2003 as our Official Photographer bringing us some of the most memorable moments of this city's concerts and events.

She also has a history of striking Fashion Photography. You can view her work on www.valeriepyke.com

Jennifer D. Lariviere
Vice-President & Editor in Chief

Jennifer lends her skilled journalistic experience to MMS as Editor In Chief. As a freelance writer and editor, Jennifer has been involved with the music scene in Mtl since ’98 contributing to papers, journals and web site in both the U.S. and Canada. Blending professionalism with a trendy attitude, she strives to bring a realistic and fresh touch to MMS. Jennifer is as comfortable with local talent as she is with famous musicians and legends. Taking inspiration from other Canadians in the media, Jennifer’s desire is to bring MMS to new and exciting levels of media exposure claiming; "It’s been a slow but pleasant ride...but I’m ready for the ultimate coaster"

email: valerie@montrealmusicscene.com


 email: jennifer@montrealmusicscene.com
Esteban Vargas
Web Coordinator & Contributor

Esteban joins MMS with a list of impressive credentials and we are pleased to have him working as our Web Coordinator. Aside from studying Communications/Film, Esteban also works as a producer for local radio stations. He is moving up the Montreal media charts fast and MMS is proud to have him on board our Crazy Train.

Shannon

Shannon lends MMS her skills in photography. A photography student with a side interest in graphic design, Shannon has the eye to keep MMS edgy. An avid fan of industrial, hard rock, and metal, Shannon is sure to rock MMS into the future!

email: esteban@montrealmusicscene.com

Sonny

Sonny has been engulfed in Canadian music on many levels; he's served on a Factor jury, participated on panel discussions, and worked as an entertainment co-coordinator. As a student, he opened for Tony Bennett and won the Musicfest Canada award for outstanding soloist. As a pro he has played with Juno Award winners, local heroes, and many international artists. He's new to Montreal so if you see him at a club don't be shy, say hello!

Robert Scalia

A graduate from Concordia in Journalism and having written for numerous publications in North America, including the Gazette, MMS is proud to have Robert Scalia on board our review team.


Psyko

Psyko is constantly in the scene with some of the newest bands in this town. She has organized quite a few band showcases with her weekly RocKnight events. She is a regular reviewer for MMS.

Pascal Richard

Pascal contributes as a reviews photographer for MMS and is involved in various musical projects. He is also a drummer who constantly loves to experiment with new types of percussive sounds.