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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Well, the photo doesn't look a thing like us but the info is correct. Join the JCI's Tom Gibson and myself at Gigli Caffe Junction on Saturday October 10th. We'll be playing two EARLY sets from 7PM-9PM. No cover! Merely PWYC.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Toronto's live music archivist, Robin Fyfe was seen at The Painted Lady last night. Here's some of what he saw including Tom Gibson's moment of panic. youtu.be/BHg89nMY6JU?...

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James Clark Institute "Reluctantly in Love" - live at The Painted Lady, Toronto

YouTube video by Robin Fyfe

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

A poptastic evening at The Painted Lady last night with The James Clark Institute and The Brink. Thanks to everyone who joined us.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Hey Meta! The James Clark Institute and The Brink are playing a show at The Painted Lady TONIGHT despite your stoopid censorship. I may even perform in just my underwear and socks. EARLY SHOW! 7PM-9PM $15 at the door.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

This Saturday September 26th... Early evening power pop party at The Painted Lady! The Brink kicks it off at 7pm. The James Clark Institute at 8pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. $15 at the door gets your Saturday night started early!

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Hey kids, it's JCI Teesday! This week, the family that wears JCI tees together stays sooper cool together! Thanks Terry Sammut for bringing your lovely ladies to the big James Clark Institute show at The Moonshine Cafe this past Saturday night.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Hey there Toronto friends! The James Clark Institute are returning to play The Painted Lady this Saturday September 26th along with The Brink. Join us for an EARLY poptastic evening of live music. 7PM-9PM. $15 at the door.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Well that was incredible fun. Thank you to everyone who filled the room last night. The JCI had a blast playing for you all. Congratulations to The Moonshine Cafe on their one year anniversary of re-opening and we hope there are many, many more to follow.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

TONIGHT Oakville's The Moonshine Cafe is celebrating their 1 year anniversary of re-opening. @thejci.bsky.social is delighted to be the live music soundtrack to the party. We'll be debuting songs from our forthcoming record. Showtime 8PM. $20 at the door. Come join the party!

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Hey kids, it's JCI Teesday! This week, it's musician, artist, producer, teacher and all around swell guy, @moetpoh.bsky.social taking a moment out from producing the forthcoming JCI album to just stand and look dapper. I think he's even smiling.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

There's going to be a party at The Moonshine Cafe this coming Saturday September 19th. Come join The James Clark Institute as we help to celebrate the one year anniversary of the re-opening of Poakville's happen' spot for live music. Make your reservation now at 905-844-2655. See ya there!

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Just spent 2 productive days at Giant Studios finishing up the next JCI album with producer @moetpoh.bsky.social and engineer David Matta. Sweet organ and piano tracks from Greg Condie as well as honey-soaked harmonies compliments of Dean Carl Glover!

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

We are euphorically elated to be returning to The Painted Lady at the end of the month for an EARLY evening of power poppiness with our pals, The Brink Please pop on in!

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Hey kids, it's JCI Teesday! This week, music promoter and creator, Alex Antinori is demanding to know where the new James Clark Institute record is. Do not fret, mister it's on its way. In the meantime listen out for a fresh new advance single next month.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Good times in East Gwillimbury this past Saturday night.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Here's the 1963 Ludwig drum kit that partially inspired the song Hit Hollywood. It was produced by @moetpoh.bsky.social and is the lead off track on the Under The Lampshade album. The photo was taken at the Cadillac Lounge sometime in 2011.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Join @thejci.bsky.social in September! Two poptastic shows to choose from.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Yesterday's rainy Sunday was the perfect day to spend inside Union Sound Company with Tom Gibson producer @moetpoh.bsky.social and engineer Darren McGill working on the next James Clark Institute record. This is going to be a good one!

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Finally some good news on CP24 Toronto's Breaking News Join The JCI at Oakville's happenin' spot, The Moonshine Cafe on Saturday September 19th. Reservations are recommended. Call 905-844-2655 to make yours. See ya there.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Hey kids, it's JCI Teesday! This week, baby sister, Dianne is a big JCI fan. Or a hoarder. Either way, she has a poptastic collection of JCI tees.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Hey there, Oakville! The James Clark Institute are returning to The Moonshine Cafe on Saturday September 19th for a full evening of live music and hijinks! Please join us. Reservations are recommended: Simply call 905-844-2655.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Remembering my mother on her birthday today. I feel lucky that she was able to hear this song. Thank you to Robin Fyfe for capturing this performance at C'est What? six years ago. youtu.be/8nLCP5Ztx90?...

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James Clark "Dorothy" - live at C'est What? in Toronto

YouTube video by Robin Fyfe

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

CLARK in the PARK Volume 4. From 2016's "Yesterday's Misadventures" album, "Devil's Punchbowl" performed at... The Devil's Punchbowl in Stoney Creek, ON. youtu.be/UJ6Lz7AwEyU?...

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CLARK in the PARK 4

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

The brand new Rob Moss and Skin-Tight Skin / James Clark Institute split single is ridin' high on The Ledge in South Dakota. Thank you Scott Millman for spinnin' the donkeys. Available here: thejamesclarkinstitute.bandcamp.com/album/split-...

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

It appears that Christmas comes early in France. Off to Canada Post fa la la la la.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Brand new split single out now! @thejci.bsky.social covers Rob Moss and Skin-Tight Skin while Rob and the Skin covers The JCI. Enjoy this split single NOW with more donkeys! thejamesclarkinstitute.bandcamp.com/album/split-...

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

It felt good to be back home at Union Sound Company today with producer @moetpoh.bsky.social and engineer Darren McGill. The next James Clark Institute record inches closer and closer to being perfected.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

I was recently commissioned by PCV Records in Oakville to "clartoon" "The Professor" in celebration of the summer of Rush. Limited edition prints and tees coming soon to the shop! #neilpeart #celebration #closertotheheart #drums

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

According to Google AI, The James Clark Institute are headlining the Nick Lowe Los Straitjackets show at The Mod Club tomorrow night. HA! In other words, NO we aren't. We would have been happy just to open the show, Google AI.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Taking my mind off this lingering summer cold by listening to these fresh JCI masters. Thank you Robert Nation for your exceptional work, as always and to @moetpoh.bsky.social for continuing to believe in and produce our music. #newsongs #newalbum #fresh #powerpop #powerpopband

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Hey kids, it's JCI Teesday! This week, musician, indie music supporter and all around great guy Alexander Hajjar poses for the power poparazzi on Queen Street west in his JCI tee. Lookin' good, Alex!

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Hey Male Order Brides, yes we're excited for your new reunion record coming this September. But just in case you've forgotten, rock n roll is a vicious game!

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

We are elated to be playing the "Hear Today-Twist & Crawl" indie music festival in Guelph on Saturday September 12th at the Red Chevron Club. Presented by CFRU 93.3 FM and The Spill Magazine. Five bands for ONLY $15 at the door! OR ONLY $10 in advance!!! www.eventbrite.ca/e/hear-today...

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Happy Canada Day from The James Clark Institute.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Well, whaddya know! It turns out ZZ Top are big James Clark Institute fans. Here they are posing with the long out of printi "Son of a Sideshow" CD EP from 2011. However, it is still available as a digital download here: thejamesclarkinstitute.bandcamp.com/album/son-of...

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Hey kids, it's JCI Teesday! This week is JCI merch girl, Lorraine Blair 's Birthday Week! Please help her birthday wish come true by purchasing lotsa JCI tees from her. Nothing makes her happier.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Due to unforseen circumstances, James Clark Institute will NOT be performing at Adelaide Hall this coming Friday June 26th. But there are still 3 rockin' bands on the bill if you need some live music in yer soul.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Friday June 26th is speeding closer like a... speeding "Local Motive"! Please join The JCI along with Altered By Mom Sweet Utopia and Emerge Band at Adelaide Hall. 4 bands for the low price of $20 at the door. OR here's a link to save more bucks: admitone.com/events/toron...

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

One year ago we were at Union Sound Company beginning to work on the next James Clark Institute album with producer, @moetpoh.bsky.social As our wise old lead guitar, Tom Gibson recently said to me, "You can't rush quality."

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Hey kids, it's JCI Teesday! This week in Victoria BC, Tony Ruffolo is drunk. Not just on gin & tonics but also on the fact that he is exquisitely draped in his brand new, limited edition JCI tee. Hic!

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Set your alarms for Friday June 26th at 8pm. Local Motive at Adelaide Hall features @thejci.bsky.social along with Altered By Mom, Sweet Utopia and Emerg. $20 at the door OR save a bit of moola here: admitone.com/events/toron...

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Hey kids, it's JCI Teesday! This week, our very talented pal, Sean Ryan dons the brand new tee displaying the image that he created for use in the Reluctantly In Love video which of course, he brillantly directed as well. Let's all watch it again right here: youtu.be/SUgZ3KTzmxM?...

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Join @thejci.bsky.social at Adelaide Hall on Friday June 26th. We're part of a 4 band extravaganza for only $20 at the door. Now, I'm no Isaac Newton but I figure that's roughly 5 bucks a band. BUT if you act now, save even more with $15 advance tickets available here: admitone.com/events/toron...

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Hey kids, it's JCI Teesday! This week, Marcus Brockhouse swam all the way from New South Wales, Australia to grab himself a new limited edition JCI tee. It is fortified with super powers when boxing angry kangaroos or wrestling venomous tiger snakes, etc.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

The next JCI sighting is Friday June 26th at Toronto's Adelaide Hall. We'll be kicking off the Local Motive show also featuring Emerg, Sweet Utopia and Altered By Mom. $15 advance tickets on sale now in the link below. admitone.com/events/toron...

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Local Motive - Music in Toronto | AdmitONE

Join Local Motive, a music community event in Toronto. Adelaide Hall Presents Local Motive, a night spotlighting some of the most exciting rising artists i...

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

18 years ago this week(!) The James Clark Institute released the Sideshow Unattraction album. We launched it at a sold out show at C'est What? in Toronto. Here's a tiny video clip. youtu.be/V1l1q__ritE?...

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Back at it today at Taurus Recording. Chipping away at the next James Clark Institute record with ace harmony singer, Dean Carl Glover; ace producer, @moetpoh.bsky.social; ace engineer, Thomas D'Arcy and ace canine, Bruno.

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

I wouldn't want to meet these fellas in a dark alley but I sure do respect their support for their favourite bands. #jamesclarkinstitute #flashbangs

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The James Clark Institute @thejci.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Hey kids, it's JCI Teesday! Robin Fyfe, Toronto's most enthusiastic patron of live music arrived at The Pilot on Saturday evening donning his vintage JCI tee and all set for misadventures.

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