Canadian Music Stop - Junior Boys

With so many sounds and music influences out there, I just had to turn to our Twitter friends for their expertise on great up-and-coming Canadian bands. The response from our Twitter followers was great, but the band that stood out was a suggestion made by our music savvy friend Consuelo @cbernardi. Meet Canadian band Junior Boys.

  

Formed in 1999, the duo of Jeremy Greenspan and Matthew Didemus, professionally known as Junior Boys, are a Hamilton native band. Junior Boys draw influences from electro, pop, techno and hip-hop, which combined make an awesome sound to dance or just relax to.

Although the band has been around for some time, their critical success came in 2004 with their album 'Last Exit'  followed by 'So This is Goodbye' in 2006. Their recently released album, their third one in their music career, 'Begone Dull Care',  has been regarded as exceptional, and it's not hard to see why.

Their sound isn't the typical techno/pop sound. I would it describe the Junior Boys' sound as a precise combination of edgy electro beats, great lyrics, and contrasting soft, chill-out vocals. "Hazel," the lead single from their latest album, is one of those catchy songs that you can't stop listening to.

Check out this and other Junior Boys hits on their MySpace or visit their official website to learn more about this highly-recommended band.

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Reality TV Superstar Charms India's Bachelorette with a Roots T-shirt

Toronto-born Elesh Parujanwala, entrepreneur and reality TV superstar, is a popular favourite to marry famous Bollywood beauty Rakhi on Rakhi Ka Swayamvar - India's Bachelorette Show. To make a good first impression, the businessman from Toronto presented the Bollywood beauty with a very special gift the day he met her.

The gift chosen by Elesh to help separate himself from "the rest" and to win Rakhi's heart was our Canada Pick Stitch Tee from the Canada Collection. "Yeah, Canada's shirt, eh?," he said.

Check out Elesh's charming techniques and Rakhi's reaction after receiving her Roots 'Canada' t-shirt.

Summer nights a little cooler than you thought? We've got you covered!

So far this summer hasn't been as warm as we've expected here in Canada. Although this isn't the greatest news for outdoor activities, Roots has the solution to the problem, The Classic Cooper Zip Hoody! This Tuff fleece top is perfect for wearing at night when temperatures have dropped a few degrees, or for sitting around the campfire. It will continue to be a staple in your wardrobe for the rest of the year too!

This sweatshirt features a two-way zipper, front kanga pockets and the classic Roots logo. It is available in black, nautical navy, salt and pepper as well as grey mix (as shown). It will go well with jeans or classic summer shorts like cargos and khakis. Priced at $70.00, this sweet hoody is a great investment in your year-round wardrobe.

Summer Fashion Accessory: The Wristlet

As much as we love large roomy bags with tons of space for our countless purse items, we felt it was time to mix things up a bit and feature a great alternative to over sized bags.

A wristlet is a fantastic accessory to own because it's small, practical, and cute. Instead of hauling around a huge purse all day and endlessly rummaging through your bag to find your lip gloss, the wristlet provides easy access to your essentials.

We think that the Medium Pleated Wristlet is the perfect accessory for those carefree, spontaneous summer nights.  It's big enough to store your keys, cash, phone, and lip gloss, but small enough that you can carry it around on your wrist or slip it in your pocket. So if you're heading out last minute with a friend for ice cream, or going to the beach you won't be held down with a big heavy bag. The wristlet comes in classic black, red, and magenta (shown in photo). The pretty pleats add a bit of feminine flair to any outfit, and would look adorable with a sundress or flirty summer skirt and tank!

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The Buzz is Giving Away FREE Passes for 'The Cove' Movie Premiere

Yay! Thank you for reading The Buzz @ Roots. The Buzz is giving away 5 passes to see the movie premiere of 'The Cove' in Toronto, Canada. Who doesn't like to see a movie for FREE, right?

All you have to do to WIN your FREE pass (good for 2 people) is answer the following question:

Tell us the date 'The Cove' contest ends (Hint: Answer is here at The Buzz).

The first 5 people who answer this question correctly will get a FREE pass to see 'The Cove' on August 4th in Toronto. Email your answer to DigitalMarketing@roots.com. Be sure to tell us that you saw this on The Buzz!

How easy is that? Keep reading The Buzz @ Roots for more cool stuff...

IMPORTANT STUFF:
Valid for Toronto screening only

Show time is August 4 at AMC Yonge & Dundas at 7:00pm

Roots Fan Profile: It's Your Time to Shine!

We love interacting and getting feedback from our customers, and we wanted to show our appreciation by featuring a Roots-lover each month in our Roots Fan Profile!

Last week we featured our friend Keri, in our first ever fan profile. Next month could be your time to shine! Simply send us photos of yourself, friends, or family members wearing Roots and you could be selected as our fan of the month, and will be featured on our blog (The Buzz), and on our Facebook fan page. How cool is that?

Send us as many photos as you like via email at: tzelko@roots.com, or upload them directly on our Facebook Page. If your photo is selected, we'll send you an email letting you know that you're our next Roots Fan of the Month! 

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The Cove Contest: Enter for your chance to WIN a $ 1000 Roots Shopping Spree

Roots has teamed up with Maple Pictures with the release of the movie The Cove.

The Cove tells the amazing true story of how an elite team of activists, filmmakers and freedivers embarked on a covert mission to penetrate a hidden cover in Japan, shining light on a dark and deadly secret. The shocking discoveries uncovered were only the tip of the iceberg.

Watch The Cove movie trailer.

Make sure to check out The Cove's website to learn more about the film's buzz, read some reviews, and to sign up for updates from The Cove campaign.

Don't forget to also enter The Cove contest to WIN a $1000 Roots shopping spree!

Entering the contest is super easy. Just visit www.roots.com/TheCove and complete the online entry form.

Important stuff:

• A random draw will take place on August 21, 2009 in Toronto, Ontario to pick the Winner.
• Contest ends August 14, 2009.
• Click here to enter this contest for a chance to win your Roots shopping spree.

Roots Radio Brings More Summer Sounds to The Buzz

Once again we bring you more summer sounds from Roots Radio to share with you here at The Buzz! This week's playlist features U2, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, The Pussycat Dolls, MJ, Bob Marley and much more.

Check it out!

Wanna to listen to last week's playlist? Click here for more Roots Radio tunes.

* You can also click on the 'Pop-Out Player' tab to listen to the playlist in a standalone window. 

Working in the Summer Sun: How to Stay Protected

Many office workers stare out their windows in the summer time watching the outdoor workers with envy. While they are stuck at their desks all day, landscapers, parks and recreation employees, and constructions workers are all enjoying the summer sun.

Unfortunately there is a misconception that working outside and breathing fresh air is always good for you.

There are many hazards and discomforts when it comes to working outside in the hot summer months. One source of danger is the sun. As much as we love to show off our tans, unfortunately our skin can get severely damaged by the sun. Too much sun exposure can result in skin cancer and wrinkles.

A second hazard is the unhealthy air that contains high levels of ozone and particle pollution. Exposure to these pollutions has been linked to asthma and other respiratory illnesses, and a shortened life expectancy. Too much outdoor work can result in heat stress, being struck by lightening and tick or mosquito bites that may lead to West Nile virus.

So if you are someone who works outside or know someone who does, make sure to be safe and:

• Wear sunblock, sunglasses, and a sun hat
• Drink plenty of water or sport drinks
• Seek shade if you are feeling dizzy

Remember to speak up if you're not feeling well and need a break. Even with these summer hazards, many outdoor workers love working outside and couldn't even dream of working indoors during the summer months!

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Source:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/05/27/AR2006052700375.html

Roots Store Opening in Ximen as Featured on TV News 2/2

Check out this broadcast on TV News 2/2 about our opening in Ximen!