Party of three

Toronto's Cougar Party play a churning, heavy post-punk sort of hardcore, with drummer Shannon Goodwin screaming lyrics; guitarist Amanda Caskie also sings, a bit more melodically, while bassist Shannon Mitchell also sings. Goodwin met Mitchell at Ottawa Ladyfest so it was quite appropriate that they play on the mini-tour bill here in Ottawa.

Here's Amanda Caskie with her Mark Tremonti PRS guitar. Mark Tremonti?!?



Shannon M. takes a vocal turn.



And Shannon Goodwin on drums.



Shannon M. has one sparkly bass!



Party at Irene's action!



I got the impression that most of the audience dug them more than I did.

• Show reminder (for the third time): The River City Tanlines play the Dominion .... plus a mystery opener!