Rockers Highwind's Latest Single "At What Cost" Reveals Love's Price Tag: Nothing Comes Free

Fri Jul 07, 2023

Nothing comes free in life, and love is no exception. Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan rockers Highwind’s newest single, “At What Cost,” explains the price of humankind’s most precious emotion. Check it out on YouTube here:

Rich with the apathy at punk’s core, vocalist Chase Rysavy unleashes his own tribulations onto the track.

“‘At What Cost’ is a song about being with someone that makes you feel alone,” the band explained. “No matter how hard you try to grasp onto them and fix things, it always seems to be wrong.”

Francine Honey Invites You To 'Come Sit In My Chair' For An Intimate Folk Journey

Fri Jul 07, 2023

Ottawa-based Americana artist Francine Honey pays tribute to the charm of old-fashioned barbers while showing love to fathers everywhere in her heartwarming new single “Come Sit In My Chair” – check it out on YouTube here:

 A personal anecdote on the profound connection found in getting your hair done, "Come Sit In My Chair” is a gentle reminder to appreciate the little moments in life.

Drawing inspiration from her family’s local salon in the small town of Tweed, Ontario, Francine Honey shares the intimate story of her father, a beloved barber in the community. Claude's Hair Salon was a gathering place where locals would sit in his chair, share their stories, and receive a rejuvenating haircut that breathed new life into their spirits.

Inspirational Artist Danah-Lee Spreads Message of Acceptance & Belonging with Empowering 'Equal'

Fri Jul 07, 2023

Contemporary Christian artist Danah-Lee channels her faith and musical spirit to deliver a powerful message of acceptance and belonging with her ambitious new single, “Equal.” Check it out on YouTube here:

“Equal” was inspired by a melody that came to her while teaching a piano lesson. “I stopped the lesson and took two minutes to hum the melody into my phone’s recording app,” says Danah-Lee. “Later that evening, when I had an opportunity, the lyrics and melody flowed out of me so freely.”

Halifax's Rock Band Chester Doom Gives Depression A Voice With "Pull The Trigger"

Fri Jul 07, 2023

One of the most painful things about depression or any other mental health issue is how it makes your brain lie to you. Depression tries to convince the person dealing with it that there is no reason for them to keep living. In their newest single, "Pull The Trigger", Halifax Nova Scotia-based rock band Chester Doom gives those with depression a voice. Check it out on YouTube here:

The song opens with a heavy metal riff from Patrick Blackie that barrels towards the listener and encourages the most devoted metalhead to headbang. These riffs are accompanied by a steady drumbeat from Peter Arseneau. Then singer Josh Best comes in with gruff, angry vocals that make the song's first verse and chorus hit the listener hard.

Carla Muller's Reflective New Release “The Last Two Years” Shines Light on Children's Strength

Fri Jul 07, 2023

One of the unsung heroes of the COVID pandemic was undoubtedly the children of the world, who were asked to make tremendous sacrifices for the collective good. Woolwich, ON folk artist Carla Muller understands this deeply. In her new song "The Last Two Years," she recognizes and pays tribute to the immense strength and resilience displayed by these young souls. More of her music will be available on her upcoming album In Between, the second installment in a six-part musical odyssey. Watch it on YouTube here:

"During these years, our kids were affected by isolation, fear and anxiety," says Muller. "This is for them, for all of the parents, like me, who watched their children’s world get smaller and smaller as the days wore on. And of course, this is for my own kids who stayed home to protect me because of my own health issues."

Florida's Bulletproof Soul Unleashes Highly-Anticipated Album 'Grasping Things at the Root' With "The Whip"

Fri Jul 07, 2023

The Fort Lauderdale and Miami-based musical group Bulletproof Soul drops their anticipated album Grasping Things at the Root on July 28. Ahead of the album release comes a genre-blending single, “The Whip,” out now. “The Whip” sheds light on the masterful sound curation of the group, shifting through neo-soul rhythms, hip-hop-heavy lyrics, and brushstrokes of art pop. Check it out on YouTube here:

This 12-track project meditates on the importance of cultural unity through stories of dialectical materialism and social conditioning. And although the album’s title suggests the lyrics will grasp things at the root, the project does the exact opposite. By avoiding heavy-handed lyrics and blatant messages, the band elevates their storytelling skills.

Montreal Fiddle-Singer and Songwriter Aleksi Campagne Set to Stun On Debut Bilingual Single "Won't Be Scared" From Upcoming ‘For The Giving’ Album

Fri Jul 07, 2023

Aleksi Campagne, Montreal's bilingual indie-folk fiddle-singer, is ready to captivate and comfort listeners with his debut single "Won't Be Scared," available in English and French on June 10th, with the full-length album, For The Giving released on July 13, 2023.

Check Out “Won’t Be Scared” on YouTube here:

Timber Masterson Unveils 'Easy Peasy 1,2,3': The Ultimate Guide to Effortless Summer Fun

Fri Jun 30, 2023

At the beginning of the summer, we’re usually treated to a string of song releases that look to define someone’s pool party, vacation, or road trip. Lindsay’s Timber Masterson’s latest single “Easy Peasy 1,2,3” enters the race with its easygoing lush sensibilities looking to insert itself into many summer memories this year.

“This was the very first song I created that was inspired by a relationship I began last summer,” says Masterson. “I wrote it on a summer night on the side porch of my mom’s house during the week when my girl was away on vacation.”

Watch “Easy Peasy 1,23” on YouTube here:

Masterson, known for his soulful vocals and brilliant songwriting, has teamed up with a talented group of musicians for the new release. The track features Timber Masterson on keyboards, Barry Haggarty on lead guitar, Marc Novoselec on bass, and Gary Craig on drums.

Synthetik Blonde's Synthesized Sensational Album 'Pieces' Unleashes A Musical Revolution on Canada's Prairies

Fri Jun 30, 2023

From Canada’s prairies comes Pieces, the latest album and single by the synthesized duo Synthetik Blonde and is available now.

Not unlike the relationship of creative masterminds, Stefani Michele Kleppe and Bradley Evanochko, Pieces is a white hot, back-arching, hypnotic movement of melody and beats. The album is an electrifying soundtrack to the nights you can’t remember, but won’t soon forget. A fusion of synth pop and guitar-driven rock, Synthetik Blonde hat tip to the 70s and 80s and rim the glass with modern flare. Pieces, and its title track, dare you to move, compel you to sway, and whisk you away into the tantalizing madness of symphonic bliss.

The match of Synthetik Blonde is one made of rock and roll fantasies. Stefani was brought up in a musical family and a multi-instrumentalist, model and teacher, while Bradley was lead guitarist in several past bands, in addition to being a long-time instructor with Long and McQuade. “On a fateful night,” recalls Stefani, “I pulled into a venue and watched Brad on stage. My body lurched in all the deepest places. I had found my muse, my partner and my best friend!” The duo was born.

Toronto Rock Sensation Nice Vice Unleashes Raw Power with Explosive New Single 'Dust'

Fri Jun 30, 2023

Sometimes, it feels like romantic love isn't worth anything, especially when you're not getting what you want out of the relationship. When this happens, you're torn between wanting to stay with that person and wanting to leave. Toronto, Ontario rock artist Nice Vice captures this ambivalence in his new single, "Dust". Watch it on YouTube here:

The track opens with a bluesy electric guitar riff that immediately captures your attention. Then, Nice Vice's somber and earnest vocals come in as he sings about walking on eggshells in a relationship and not wanting it to implode.

By the time the chorus kicks in, the vocals are passionate, and the guitar riffs are, too. They match the intensity of the lyrics as the singer discusses wanting to leave but being resigned to stay for the sake of their lover.

Len Mizzoni Releases New Single “Fly High My Butterfly”

Fri Jun 30, 2023

The new single from Len Mizzoni is “Fly High My Butterfly.” Len's previous albums, Waves of Indigo (2018), Better Days (2019), Forever (2020), a self-titled album in 2021, and I Know Who I Am in 2022 have received extensive radio play and critical acclaim

Check out :Fly Me High Butterfly on YouTube here:

Len is a singer/songwriter, producer, arranger and multi-instrumentalist from King City, Ontario. He was also a member of the Juno Award winning Canadian band Frozen Ghost.

Listen on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/track/5qbHq8cvtqoZQ3KhzV2YWA

His music is currently being streamed in over 150 countries, and has inspired thousands of TikTok videos, with millions of views around the world. As a versatile songwriter and vocalist, his diverse musical style resonates with many.

Kyle Pacey's New Road Songs EP Is A Soulful, Funky, Rollicking Rhythm & Blues Romp

Fri Jun 30, 2023

 The veteran singer/songwriter and virtuoso guitarist mixes together funky grooves, bluesy backbeats, and jazzy guitar licks with a classic pop sound for a unique R & B stew. The mainstay of the Hamilton music scene has strung together five great original songs that will keep the fingers snapping and the dance floor hopping.

Front and centre is Pacey’s authoritative, smoky voice, a bluesy howl that only comes from years of experience on the road and in the studio. On this set he leads a crack band of seasoned players, including bassist Howard Ayee (Moe Koffman, Eddie Schwartz, Rough Trade), drummer Michael Sloski (Ben E. King, Long John Baldry, Bruce Cockburn) and Rob Gusevs (The Arrows) on keyboards.

The title track opens things off, a “little story about what love can do”, as Pacey sings. This song sets the tempo for the rest of the collection, with blasts of trombone from Jay Burr giving the track a bit of a New Orleans feel. “Road Song” winds down with Burr bringing the song home for the final 40 seconds as the band plays on behind him.

Julian Taylor Releases New Single, "Seeds ft. Carsen Gray," Acoustic Collection + Tour Dates

Fri Jun 30, 2023

Award-winning singer-songwriter Julian Taylor releases a new single, "Seeds (Acoustic) ft. Carsen Gray," today, June 23, 2023! At the same time, he is also releasing an acoustic collection that includes the new single and the previously released singles, "Opening The Sky (Acoustic)" and "It's Not Enough (Sunset Version)."

Check out the Julian Taylor acoustic collection open.spotify.com/album/24zktXDk9y1k6PWiEm3Djy

Brooklyn Songwriter Emma Frank Releases New Album Interiors

Fri Jun 30, 2023

Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Emma Frank has released her new album Interiors via Justin Time and Nettwerk Music Group. The nine-song effort sees Frank make a departure from her previous, more jazz-adjacent albums with a lean into her pop sensibilities with nods to 70s singer-songwriters like Judee Sill. Originally written during pandemic lockdowns, Interiors draws listeners in with intimate arrangements and warm vocals.

Guitarist/Singer/Composer Don Ross Continues To Inspire With “Three Views Of A Secret”

Fri Jun 30, 2023

Acclaimed Canadian Guitarist/Singer/ComposerDon Ross has released his highly anticipated single, “Three Views of a Secret,” the second track off his newly released album Water. The single features an awe-inspiring display of Ross's virtuosic solo guitar skills, beautifully complemented by the inimitable bass work of Michael Manring and the rich orchestration by Atlantic String Machine.

Watch “Three Views of a Secret” on YouTube here:

 Three Views of a Secret is a breathtaking rendition of Jaco Pastorius' classic composition originally featured on his Word of Mouth album released in 1981. For years, Ross had promised himself that he would arrange a solo guitar version of the song, and he has now delivered a powerful and moving performance.

Ojibway Trumpeter Chuck Copenace Brings A Transformative Sweat-Lodge Melody to New Single “Creator”

Fri Jun 30, 2023

During one of his first experiences in a ceremonial sweat-lodge in 2014, Indigenous jazz trumpeter Chuck Copenace heard a simple Ojibway melody that got stuck in his head. He did some research and learned of its original creator, Neil Hall from Sagkeeng, and received encouragement from an elder to use it in his current single “Creator” from his forthcoming album Oshki Manitou. Watch the video on YouTube here:

Originally called “The Creator Helper Song,” it’s a piece of music meant to heal and encourage letting go. “I really loved how simple the melody is, but how it flows. All that you need is right there – it’s just one melody with one drum,” Copenace muses in a video about the making of the song.

Regarded as One of Canada’s Most Compelling Jazz Artists Christine Jensen Releases Day Moon Album

Fri Jun 30, 2023

We’ve witnessed and heard testimonies from countless musicians who were forced to struggle—financially and artistically—through the lockdowns of the pandemic. For some who have survived, there’s been the silver lining of a shift in perspective. Many artists dug deep in isolation and discovered the solution to long-elusive mysteries. Some let go of the tried-and-true and instead explored new means of expression.

The exceptional alto and soprano saxophonist from Canada releases the compelling Day Moon with her impressive quartet on Justin Time Records. The music is at turns, melancholic and ebullient, sober and playful. It’s a date where she creates an improvisational community of close friends in quartet and duo settings. “I got hit hard by the pandemic because I felt alone and was not doing what I’m supposed to do,” Jensen says. “So, I focused on my saxophones, teaching myself to present my sound, my solo voice. It’s almost like becoming the vocalist.”

Latin American Global Music Group Buenrostro Kicks Off The Depredator Tour In Toronto July 4

Fri Jun 30, 2023

Buenrostro comes from the very south of Mexico City, in the borough of Milpa Alta. 

 They grew up listening to the elder Nahuatl speakers—with their deeply rooted traditions and customs—while also being exposed to the modern culture of a cosmopolitan city. These are the sounds that inspired them to experiment and create a fusion of their ancestor’s traditional Mexican rhythms with global melodies. Their music is a combination of sones calentanos from Bajío, jarochos or huastecos; jarabes, pirekuas, cardenche songs and cumbias; sambas, rock, and jazz.

The members of BuenRostro played and danced those rhythms even before the inception of the group on October 8th, 2010. With time and experience their sound matured, resulting in their current “infusion” of different musical genres and styles. Although they’re sometimes difficult to label, BuenRostro manages to find a deep connection with anyone who listens or watches them perform, no matter their age.

Victoria-Based Folk Artist Aaron Wylder Crafts A West-Coast Ode With 'Woman'

Fri Jun 30, 2023

Victoria, British Columbia-based artist Aaron Wylder melds his West-Coast charm and sense of musical exploration to create an ode to the one with his coming-of-age song “Woman.” Check it out on YouTube here:

The blazing new single from Wylder’s upcoming EP The King Of My Own Heart is about the internal gears that shift to make a man want to find something deeper in his relationships. “I try to write what I hear in my head and what I feel in my chest,” says Wylder. “It’s a damn cool thing to write a song that not only you love but speaks to others as well.”

Everything's Coming Up "Rosey" for Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter Heather Hill

Fri Jun 23, 2023

The pop of a champagne bottle opening never fails to light up a room and bring smiles, whether it’s in the midst of a big celebration or an intimate affair. There’s something warmly nostalgic about that flute full of delicious bubbly, especially when it’s pink. One delightful sip can transport you to a simpler, yet elegant time of exhilarating love, easy laughter and letting go. Multi-honoured singer-songwriter Heather Hill is serving up the joyful effervescence of pink champagne in her irresistible new release, “Rosey”

Check it out on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/album/6CBqCBVCJubwc1eYfpuhFW

The Blue Mountains, Ontario-based artist is pouring on intoxicating romance with this retro confection that blows a kiss back to the post-Swing Jazz era with a wink and a nudge to Les Paul and Mary Ford, all dressed in modern musical sensibilities. The lead single from her upcoming fourth album Twilight Mist, “Rosey” was co-written with Hill’s frequent collaborator, award winning Ontario singer-songwriter, Matt Gerber.