MusicThe Danks — Are You Afraid

Since the first time I saw The Danks live, I've been saying they're Canada's answer to The Strokes. Are You Afraid Of The Danks? is the proof. Put on this disc and you'll be transported back to 2001, to the first time you heard Is This It.

On the first few listens, you'll be so caught up by the wave of energy that you'll barely notice there are vocals…

MusicMos Def — The Ecstatic

A decade and some change on from his classic debut, Black On Both Sides, Mos Def has become known more for his acting chops than his ability to drop rhymes. Chalk that up to a pair of dodgy-at-best follow ups and uninspired guest verses on tracks like "Drunk And Hot Girls" from Kanye West's Graduation.

But The Ecstatic should reinvigorate all the good will the Brooklyn,…