OUR TEAM
JESS ARCAND | FOUNDER & EDITOR
Jess Arcand is a publicist, journalist, broadcaster, and hyperpop enthusiast living in Calgary, AB. After years of binge-watching too much Buffy the Vampire Slayer and wearing down her Cibo Matto & Imogen Heap CD’s, she dedicated her life to slaying in the music industry. Now she hosts an award-winning electronic music program on CJSW 90.9 FM called Mint Condition and has worked with the likes of BeatRoute, Freq Magazine, Sled Island Music & Arts Festival, and more.
Instagram: @jessarcand
SHANNON JOHNSTON | PHOTOGRAPHY LEAD
Shannon's passion for live music photography shines through her raw and gritty style, capturing iconic moments that resonate with viewers. Her background in photojournalism adds depth to her work, bringing an authentic perspective to each shot. Whether it's a massive concert or an intimate club gig, Shannon's skillful eye transports her audience into the heart of the music scene. Follow her journey on Instagram as me_onlylouder for an inside look at the magic she captures behind the lens.
Instagram: @me_onlylouder
KENN ENNS | DIGITAL LEAD
Kenn Enns is a writer, editor and social media strategist based in Calgary, AB. They serve as a juror for the Polaris Music Prize and on the programming teams for Sled Island Music & Arts Festival and the Calgary Underground Film Festival. Their work centres queer voices, emerging subcultures, and independent arts. They love horror films, their cat Chicken, and “angry girl music of the indie rock persuasion.”
Instagram: @sleaterkenney