Kelsey Adams

Kelsey Adams is an arts and culture journalist from Toronto. Her writing explores the intersection of music, art and film, with a focus on the work of marginalized cultural producers. She is an associate producer for CBC Music.

Latest from Kelsey Adams

Joni Mitchell's 25 greatest songs, ranked

In honour of the icon's 81st birthday, we're celebrating the best music she's made — so far.

The 10 greatest covers of Leonard Cohen's 'Hallelujah'

From well-known interpretations to unexpected renditions that bring new life to the classic song.

Meet A-Trak, the remixing wizard

The Montreal-born producer and DJ has fine-tuned the winning formula, using his crate-digger's ear to create major hits.

Logan Staats on performing at Robbie Robertson's tribute: 'It felt like being in The Last Waltz'

In his own words, the Mohawk musician reflects on "the highlight of my career so far," sharing a stage with Allison Russell, Van Morrison, Eric Clapton, Taj Mahal and more.

The inaugural Reverie Music Residency 'creates space' for Indigenous musicians to thrive

The month-long program will provide 6 musicians with the opportunity to make new music and industry connections.

Nelly Furtado's 25 best songs, ranked

The pop singer has released timeless hits across her many eras. Here are the songs that rise to the top.

On Dunya, Mustafa wants to be remembered correctly

The new album from the Toronto artist grapples with his relationship to his city, and the stories that are told about its vulnerable communities.

2024 TIFF preview: 10 must-see movies for music lovers

From pop operas to rock documentaries, here are this year's music-themed offerings.

An introduction to Bambii's electrifying Polaris-shortlisted album, Infinity Club

With her very first EP, the Toronto DJ and producer highlights the connection between the Caribbean and electronic music.

We asked sports psychologists to analyze Canadian Olympians' favourite pump-up songs

Music impacts the human brain in incredibly unique ways, giving it an optimal effect on athletic performance.