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Rad News Bears (RNB) is an Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia power trio delivering raw energy, bold riffs, and an all-original sound to every stage they hit. Formed in 2025, the band wasted no time making its mark, playing live across the province at venues including Ramble On Festival in Canning and The Carleton in Halifax.
RNB released their debut album, From the Uncanny Valley – a collection of original songs written by bandleader Liam Potter – this April, now streaming on Bandcamp. Already deep into work on a second album, the trio shows no signs of slowing down, powered by Liam’s restless songwriting and their tight, high-energy chemistry on stage.
Catch Rad News Bears live at Paddy’s Pub on Friday night.
Liam Potter: Founder and driving force of Rad News Bears. Multi-instrumentalist shaping the band’s signature sound on guitar and vocals. IG: @bearer_of_rad_news
Ananda Kavanagh: Drummer and heartbeat of the band, bringing high-energy grooves alongside an active solo career across Nova Scotia. IG: @anandakavanagh
Cristian Quirivan: The newest Bear (March 2025), bringing fresh low-end power on bass. Chilean-born, with a sound shaped by Andean musical traditions. IG: @chilly.b.e.a.r
RAD NEWS BEARS ~ Paddy’s Pub Wolfville ~ Full Set June 25, 2025
Guitarist and composer: @leothis99
Drummer @anandakavanagh
Bassist @crismusicanada
Venue: Paddy’s Pub Wolfville
