The Canadian jazz quartet Doxas Brothers are proud to release their sophomore album Kindred out today via Justin Time Records. The nine-song effort sees brothers and band leaders, drummer Jim and saxophonist Chet Doxas further explore their musical bond alongside bassist Adrian Vedady and renowned ECM pianist Marc Copland. Each member contributes a new piece to the project along with a gorgeous reimagining of the standard “A Time For Love.” The cool tempos and confident energy highlight the musical prowess that this quartet possesses. Listen to Kindred on all digital retailers (here).

Chet Doxas elaborates: “On ‘Kindred,’ Jim and I continue to delve deeper into our musical bond and celebrate its evolution. The repertoire was carefully composed and considered so that we could bring the best versions of ourselves to this album. Yet again, we are grateful to be surrounded by the outstanding and supportive musicianship of Marc Copland and Adrian Vedady.”

Mystery Romance have enjoyed mainstream success since the early 1990's, charting three singles domestically and one song (“So Far Away”) internationally. Over the years there have been many talented musicians that have been part of the recording process. In 2022 the core members decided to record a new CD after several of their previous songs were featured on International TV shows, most recently "The Shrink Next door" with Paul Rudd and Will Farrell.

Check out “Crazy” on YouTube here:

The first single release from the new CD was the well-received “Forever For You," which hit the #2 position on Spotify in September. All 10 songs were recorded over a 10-month period, featuring eight musicians.

Listen on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/user/312ybqkkmosvh6g4ksrynwny5zua

Award-winning jazz multi Award-winning Instrumentalist, arranger and composer Mike Herriott has always had a certain fascination with the more troublesome characters of the fictional world.

His first solo album project since 2016, Tales of Tricksters and Vagabonds album project since 2016, is a suite of dedications to Herriott’s top favorite swindlers from classic literature.

A follow up to “Rumpelstiltskin”, Herriott’s second release from this album, “Puss, in Boots” is a musical illustration of the original tale of Puss and Boots, where a bold and confident cat manipulates an ogre and a king in order to gain his master’s happiness. Herriott admits that he cannot help but find himself entertained by the fact that this particular trickster is, indeed, a cat.

Listen on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/album/1RQz8Wl45acR5hg1XcRVtx

The Feels Like Christmas Tour features performances from two great Canadian artists for an uplifting night of Holiday music and the hits you know. Jon Mullane is an award-winning, Billboard Charting (both in Canada and the US) singer/songwriter/performer who has gained international acclaim and success with his music as his songs have been heard extensively on commercial radio stations, featured in numerous television shows, films and commercials and played at international sporting events.

November 24, 2023: Glasgow Square Theatre, New Glasgow, NS
November 25, 2023: Spatz Theatre, Halifax, NS
November 23, 2023, Fredericton Arts Centre, Fredericton, NB

TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

Country-Pop Sensation Jackie Putnam from Debert, Nova Scotia, is set to release a brand new single "No One Will Ever Know" from her debut album The Phoenix. Check it out on YouTube here:

 “No One Will Ever Know” was written during the COVID pandemic lock-down, suffering from anxiety of not being allowed to be with our loved ones and not knowing when we would see them again.

Jackie wrote this song in her kitchen, staring out her kitchen window with tears in her eyes. The pandemic felt like the world had stopped…everything was in limbo, and we were all just trying to survive.

Grief finds its way to all of us. Swiss-based band Haneke Twins unload a palpable, relatable pain in its latest single, “Voices.” Check it out on YouTube here:

 One slice of the band’s third album, “Stories of Violence,” “Voices” is a classic post-punk spirit served ice-cold with a drizzle of dissonance. The song’s lyrics are based on an unreleased poem from Zen Das, a poet and friend of the band, and describe the emotions of someone processing the ravenous ache of loss.

“I grab my pen, a hand that shakes
You’re in my mind, my heart that aches
I know you’re there, you’re in my soul
You’re in my smile, my every bone”

Awarded this year as the MusicNL Classical Artist of the Year for his mesmerizing album "Kaleidoscope - Music For Mallet Instruments," Bill Brennan rekindles the allure of his artistry, enthralling music enthusiasts with his newest creation, the single "Belo Horizonte," check it out

Derived from the breathtaking city amid the majestic Brazilian mountains in Minas Gerais, this esteemed pianist, percussionist, composer, and producer delves into a deeply poignant memory from a vacation in Brazil. For a month, he immersed himself in the city that inspired his latest release, "Belo Horizonte," alongside fellow musical talents from the acclaimed group UAKTI.

There are so many possible paths in life that it can be hard to know for sure if we’re getting it right. Ottawa-based alt-rockers First of the Last Stars address this fear of regret in their dreamy, introspective new single “Wrong Star” from their All I Ever Wanted EP – Check it out on YouTube:

A mix of gossamer dream-pop and soaring pop-punk elements, “Wrong Star” guides us through a universe of inward reflection:

Of all of the ghosts that have haunted me I miss yours the most
So lost beside you, I can't feel when you're close
too cold to hold, one's silver one's bone
this one is ashes, the other's lost control

David Deacon returns with his latest album Good Day Good Night and new single “Soldiers of the Universe.” Check it out on YouTube here:

Celebrated blues singer-songwriter David Deacon, following the success of his early 2023 album Four, is back with a remarkable new collection of recordings on Good Day Good Night. This album is a rich exploration of a wide range of emotions, delivering Deacon's signature bluesy, gutsy guitar-driven sound that his fans have come to adore.

Danny Lamb has been creating music and doing everything he can to carve out a more empathetic world since he was sixteen years old. His life as an able-bodied person, while still having a disability, has made him keenly aware of the privilege he has. Danny is always thinking about how hard things can be for others, instilling in him a driving desire to see the world become as it can be: better and full of love. His latest single and release, 'Powerful (Hold Space)' is both a testament and a reflection of his dedication to music, love, and empathy, and you can hear it clearly in every note.

Danny Lamb has had his music and achievements featured in and recognized by several publications and organizations, including Niagara Life Magazine, Canadian Musician Magazine, Global TV with Susan Hay, CHTV, and the BBC, and it's easy to see why, once the music of Danny Lamb surrounds you with the possibilities and wonders, waiting just around the corner.

In Charlie PS’s single, “Slow Burn,” the Vancouver-based, England-born rock artist isn’t mincing words about the modern music industry.

The creativity inherent to music is what ignites the magic we feel when that bassline hits. It’s not a formula, it’s not linear, and it doesn’t require metrics for meaning - it’s a journey into humanity that makes you want to move. This is core to the concept of “Slow Burn,” a cathartic roar from Charlie PS as she unleashes her frustrations onto the track.

“Too many side eye glances I’ll never learn
Too much of a good thing, point of no return
Too many times that I wanna sit and watch it burn,
You better notice, you better know…”

Over instrumentation from Steven Roe on lead guitar, Lachlan Tocher on bass, and Brennan Buglioni on drums, Charlie PS rocks out with plenty of raw emotion.

Kismet is a beautiful word that describes fate, which sometimes has an odd way of bringing people together. People who seem insignificant to each other at first can become a vital part of each other's lives. The Toronto Ontario-based indie rock band Centraal celebrates kismet in their short but sweet new single, "Nobody To You." Check it out on YouTube here:

 Opening with catchy riffs from guitarist and lead singer Adam Gomori, the song has a garage rock vibe to it. As Gomori sings the first verse, his voice is backed by percussion from Tim Bacon & driving bass from Rob Frasca that punctuates the lyrics.

"There was a time I was not a part of you
Meandering vines together our branches grew
Drawing our lines, I hope they aren't parallel
Drawing our lines, where they lead I couldn't tell"

Toronto-born, Nashville-based Folk & Soul artist Oliver Pigott takes listeners on a journey of self-reflection in his first US single, "Eyes My Daddy Gave Me.” Check it out on YouTube here:

Drawing from his personal life and journeyman experience, Oliver Pigott has penned an Americana-inspired song that transcends genres, offering listeners a soulful journey through life's trials and triumphs. The lyrics, which speak to the importance of fatherhood, resilience, and the light within, resonate with authenticity and universal themes.

Renowned Canadian jazz vocalist, Molly Johnson, officially releases the vinyl edition of her most recent full-length album, It’s A Snow Globe World, today for the first time via Universal Music Canada, the country’s leading music company.

It’s A Snow Globe World was initially released by the JUNO-Award winner on October 29, 2021 on CD and digital formats. Her first holiday-themed album includes favourites “Don’t You Know It’s Christmas,” “This Holiday Season,” and more. The project was produced by John “Beetle” Bailey and executive produced by Johnson herself.

After the recent successful release of her single “Farewell My Friend,” Melbourne-based singer-songwriter Kat Greta is showing the world she is just getting started, with another release fast approaching. Her latest single, “Season To Believe.” Check it out on YouTube here:

Toronto-based jazz virtuoso Fuat Tuaç, celebrated for his eclectic repertoire and captivating performances, has once again entranced the music world with his latest single, "Chez Moi." This masterpiece seamlessly integrates with his highly acclaimed album, Immigrant. Fuat Tuaç's music is a globetrotting exploration of jazz history, blending Canadian urban poetry with Turkish street flavour. Check it ou on YouTube here:

 Before pursuing his passion for jazz, Fuat Tuaç worked as a lawyer in Istanbul, France, and the UK. However, the allure of jazz eventually took precedence, leading him to Montreal in 2011, where he studied jazz at Concordia University and honed his craft.

Brandon, MB-based indie singer-songwriter Doug MacNaughton is back with his latest single, "Energize," the fifth release from his highly anticipated album Old Enough To Know Better, scheduled for a Fall 2023 launch. Check it out on YouTube here:

 "Energize" is a mesmerizing vocal and guitar-driven tune that invites listeners to find moments of tranquility in the midst of life's chaos. The song encourages us to connect with our inner peace while trying to look through life’s challenges and everyday monotony. With a mellow melody and MacNaughton's distinct jazzy folk sound, the song creates a soothing atmosphere that allows listeners to embrace the quietude within themselves.

Listen on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/track/3VM1VsP33VxTNxwRnttvLR

Montreal-based YA NO is turning heads with his debut album Mesearch, out now. After over a decade-long hiatus, Edmund Lam has redefined his musical artistry and sound and has come back to the Montreal music scene as genre-defying artist YA NO.

Check out Fiji here on YouTube:

 Formerly a member of electro pop duo Hexes & Ohs, Lam’s musical comeback consists of a melting pot of genres, with indie pop at the core, fused with alternative R&B and rap influences. YA NO pulls influence from artists like Mac Miller, Toro y Moi, and Frank Ocean. Mesearch embraces musical diversity with its tracks making leaps from electro grooves to smooth soulful R&B to syncopated rap rhythms.

Mestre Sérgio Xocolate, known as XOCÔ, is on a mission to bridge the cultural and musical gaps, bringing the vibrant traditions of Afro Indigenous Brazilian rhythms into the contemporary music scene. With his latest album, aptly titled "XOCÔ," he offers a powerful blend of traditional percussion, psychedelic rock, punk, reggae, metal and hard rock.

Born in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, Mestre Sérgio Xocolate initiated the XOCÔ project, an embodiment of explosive fusion music, on the shores of Turtle Island South. The project took root and flourished in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on Turtle Island North. XOCÔ is more than just music; it's a cultural exchange, a musical journey, and an homage to Sérgio's Afro Indigenous heritage.

The self-titled album, "XOCÔ," is a celebration of heritages that unites ancestral rhythms with contemporary genres. XOCÔ is the nickname of Mestre Sérgio Xocolate, a master teacher and practitioner of Traditional Capoeira, an Afro Brazilian martial and cultural art. His music is a call to action to respect Indigenous peoples worldwide, cherish Black culture, protect Mother Earth, and uplift one another.

Texas-based, Canadian bred guitarist, singer and songwriter Sue Foley releases Sue Foley Live in Austin Vol 1 CD on October 27 via her Guitar Woman Records, with vinyl LP release to follow on December 8. Recorded on May 19, 2023, at Austin’s legendary Continental Club, this electrifying album captures Sue Foley and her unique Texas blues sound. The album features 11 tracks of grit, sweat and devastating guitar playing that has propelled Sue Foley to the top of the Blues world. It’s a retrospective collection of songs from her recording career, with a few surprise covers thrown in.

The first single off the album, “New Used Car,” was released on September 3, and will be followed by “Howlin for My Darlin’” on October 13, with a third as-of yet determined single coming on album release date.