Iconic Canadian Reggae/Pop band the Sattalites release new Single “Never Givin' Up On Love”

Sat Feb 10, 2024

The new single from iconic Canadian Reggae/Pop band the Sattalites is “Never Given’ Up On Love, “…a joyous reggae vibe with great vocals by Fergus Hambleton.

Sattalites are a Canadian reggae group founded in 1980 by Jo Jo Bennett and Fergus Hambleton in Toronto. Starting as a music school teaching reggae, jazz, and pop on Eglinton Avenue, the band originally featured the students playing the music they had learned.

Sattalites quickly became professional during the Queen Street heyday of the 80s and went on to win fans all over North America with their exciting live shows. During these years they scene.

Unfortunately, Jo Jo Bennett passed away in 2021 but the music lives on!

Sue Foley Announces New One Guitar Woman Album And Releases First Single – Elizabeth Cotten’s “Oh Babe It Ain’t No Lie”

Sat Feb 10, 2024

Sue Foley’s new acoustic solo album, ONE GUITAR WOMAN is a moving tribute to the female pioneers of guitar, the women whose music and lives delivered the inspiration and paved the way for those that followed. Sue honors artists spanning a whole spectrum of styles. She writes in her liner notes, “They were massively talented, and they all possessed courage and vision which transformed both their cultures and the story of the guitar.”

True to the album title, Sue performs all these songs with ONE GUITAR. While many of Sue’s fans are used to seeing her playing “Pinky,” her pink paisley Fender Telecaster through her Fender Bassman amp, for this album she chose a nylon-string acoustic guitar, a flamenco Blanca made by master luthier Salvadore Castillo, purchased by Sue on a 2022 excursion to Paracho, Mexico.

Montreal Jazz Pianist Simon DeniIzart Announces His Fifth Full Length Album

Sat Feb 10, 2024

Today, Montreal-via-France jazz pianist and composer Simon Denizart is pleased to announce his fifth full-length Piece of Mindarriving March 29th. He shares a taste of the new album with the intoxicating and mysterious new song “Speedball.” Enticing piano melodies and stuttering drum beats draw the listener in with hypnotic energy. Listen to “Speedball” on all digital retailers (here). 

Simon explains: “Speedball is a track that immerses you in raw emotion and makes you feel the rush of the unknown. Through dynamic rhythms and staccato melodies, this song captures the essence of adrenalin and the giddiness of risk-taking.”

Three-Time GRAMMY nominee and Blues Legend Eric Bibb Readies New Live at The Scala Theatre Album for April 5 Release on Stony Plain Records*

Sat Feb 10, 2024

* Under Exclusive Worldwide License from Repute Records

Stony Plain Records, under an exclusive worldwide license agreement from Repute Records, will release on April 5th the new album from 2024’s “Best Traditional Blues Album” GRAMMY nominee and Blues/Roots music legend Eric Bibb, Live at The Scala Theatre. The upcoming disc follows 2023’s Ridin’, which has also received two Blues Music Award nominations from The Blues Foundation, whose winners will be announced May 9th in Memphis.

Eric Bibb also recently taped a performance at the SiriusXM Radio studios In New York City that will premiere on BB King’s “Bluesville” channel in April around his live album release, and then air shortly thereafter on “The Village.”

Rock Prodigy Avalon Stone Transcends Youth in Raw and Emotional Sophomore Single ‘Harder’

Sat Feb 10, 2024

Ever feel trapped in your thoughts, yearning for childhood innocence? On her stunning sophomore single, “Harder,” Kitchener, ON’s Avalon Stone sings with a world-weariness that belies her 20 years—and makes it land with a raw, emotional force that explains why she’s already a respected not-so-elder stateswoman of rock in her native Canada. Check it out on YouTube here:

Avalon Stone's hard grungy alt-rock ballad ‘Harder’ is a deep dive into the struggle against mental confines, intrusive thoughts and innocence lost. 

Getting up in the morning, my mind doesn’t stray from the bed
Fear, it paralyzes and it occupies my head

Because once I’m awake, there’s no excuses left
It’s getting harder than it used to be, Stone laments. Days getting longer, all I do is sleep.

Pop/Rap Artist Alan Tuck Hits 100,000 Spotify Streams For 'By Any Means (Warrior)' and Unveils 'Breathe' with Bobby John

Sat Feb 10, 2024

Fresh from chalking up 100,000 Spotify streams over “By Any Means (Warrior)” – released only a few months ago. Alan Tuck, the Toronto-based indie artist, once more partners with award-winning songwriter and vocalist, Bobby John on this spirit booster, “Breathe.” In the wake of the drive and determination anthem that “By Any Means (Warrior) was, this new release infuses pop dance elements that will captivate the listener thoroughly. Check it out on YouTube here:

XOCÔ Unleashes 'Maculelê' Performance From Toronto’s Lula Lounge Concert

Thu Feb 01, 2024

XOCÔ jumps onto the stage like a superhero with dance moves that will make your head spin, performing “Maculelê” live at the legendary Lula Lounge, taken from the recently released self-titled album (Lulaworld Records)

This song is named after the traditional percussion rhythm and warrior dance which is also the great grandmother of Brazilian Funk. The scene of fiery fusion is effortlessly captured by visionary videographer Elton Luz and his team who secure the explosive live XOCÔ energy at every turn as he liberates the audience to be themselves and let loose!

These movements of protection and revolution are customarily performed with machetes or sticks- tools from the sugarcane plantation fields and are especially sacred to and revered by Traditional Capoeira practitioners.

XOCÔ infuses his “Maculelê” version with lyrics celebrating imagery of the natural world and saluting Juerma and Orixá Oxóssi of Candomblé, the indigenous and Afro diasporic spiritual traditions respectively.

Myk Gordon Unveils Soulful Americana Vibes With Latest Single 'Brand New Love' From New Born To Be Album

Thu Feb 01, 2024

Vancouver singer-songwriter Myk Gordon has released his latest single “Brand New Love” in anticipation of his forthcoming album Born To Be. Check it out on YouTube here:

The guitar and drums-driven track features an air of steady feel-good rhythms with complimenting harmonies. In true Americana style, Gordon’s earthy voice drifts in and out of solid guitar features, leaving listeners with a medley of genres, including the styles of blues, roots, and punk. “Brand New Love” talks of the trials of love and of brighter horizons. Gordon explores the idea of moving forward, dreaming of love, and the kind of love one can offer.

“I can give you healing love
The kindest touch

The beauty of…”

Renowned Canadian Trumpeter Mike Herriott Releases 'Mercutio,' A Musical Exploration of Shakespeare's Beloved Character

Thu Feb 01, 2024

Embarking on a captivating sonic journey, renowned Canadian trumpeter Mike Herriott delves into the intricacies of Shakespeare's mesmerizing character, Mercutio, through his latest composition aptly titled "Mercutio," found on his most recent album, Tales of Tricksters and Vagabonds. Check it out on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/album/1RQz8Wl45acR5hg1XcRVtx

 Drawing inspiration from the bard's insight into Mercutio's vibrant yet tragic existence in "Romeo & Juliet," Herriott crafts a musical narrative that mirrors the multifaceted nature of this beloved character.

It has been said that Shakespeare found his character of Mercutio in Romeo & Juliet to be so interesting that he had to kill him off, so attention wasn’t taken away from the story. Mercutio is Romeo’s close friend and becomes known for his humour and fun-loving demeanour. 

Rock Veteran LUNA COLLINS Unleashes Her Signature Sound in Latest Single 'Man In The Mac'

Thu Feb 01, 2024

Luna Collins, the seasoned pop-rock musician and former frontwoman for the all-female band, The Relay, has released her latest single, “Man In The Mac” – Check it out on YouTube here;

The San Francisco native was heavily influenced by the music of Motown and the Everly Brothers, but when she saw The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show for the first time, she knew she wanted to be like that. Moving to the UK at 17, she experienced the emergence of the punk scene with bands like The Sex Pistols, The Jam and The Clash. She intertwined the catchy, high-energy vibe of the punk movement with her Beatles-inspired melodies when she returned to the United States, touring with her group The Relay.

Rocker KYTLY Critiques The Artifice of Modern Dating with Arty “Modern Life”

Thu Feb 01, 2024

In KYTLY’s “Modern Life,” relationships are plastic, feelings are synthetic, and fun is like doing whippets – euphoric, but fast fleeting. The rock-meets-lo fi artist’s new single – available now – is a scathing yet also somehow gentle critique of, well, modern life. Check it out on YouTube here:

There’s an early-2000s ‘height of indie’ vibe to the song, conjuring bands like Chicks On Speed and the bedroom-made sensibilities of Le Tigre. But it’s also wholly current.

“Modern Life is a song of the times,” KYTLY points out. “Disposable relationships. Replaceable feelings. Sensationally driven. Dopamine-rushing lifestyles. It’s a self-effacing anthem for modern dating and the disingenuous process of becoming ‘fast friends.’”

James Leclaire Strikes a Chord with Newest Anthem 'Are You Ready?' – Part of His Ambitious Monthly Release Project

Thu Feb 01, 2024

Singer-songwriter James Leclaire gets everyone singing along with his latest single, “Are You Ready?”

Manotick, Ontario-based folk artist James Leclaire released his sixth single “Are You Ready?” from his ambitious and unique project where he is releasing a new song each month for the next three years. Check it out on YouTube here:

 After the shocking end to his 23-year marriage in 2020, Leclaire recorded an astounding 37 songs that encapsulate his heartbreak and journey as he navigated through many new life experiences.

“My sorrowful songs were always written from a fictional place or as a witness to others pain. Now it was my sorrow, my pain, my wound, and it caused my pen to bleed ink and my guitar to cry chords,” says Leclaire.

Award-Winning Jazz Singer-Songwriter Halie Loren Announces New Album Dreams Lost And Found

Thu Feb 01, 2024

Today, the award-winning Oregon-based jazz singer-songwriter Halie Loren announces her new album Dreams Lost and Found and shares a vibrant rendition of the Mose Allison classic “Stop This World.” Loren’s take on the song feels bold and brash with a rollicking energy that separates itself from the original. Her signature smokey vocals reinvent the melody in a fresh new way.

Muscle Memory: Hamilton, ON Hard-Grooving DOCTOR TONGUE Drops A Jam You Won't "Forget"

Thu Feb 01, 2024

Anybody can have an existential crisis, but not everybody can make it fun to listen to. “Not everybody” means musical eccentrics Doctor Tongue, who’ve found the funkier side of emotional detachment on their infectious groove of a new track, “Forget About Love.” Check it out on YouTube here:

A deceptively boppy little outing in a quasi-Curtis Mayfield mode, the song is actually meant to convey the alienation of today’s culture – specifically the isolating effect of personal devices and other single-user technology. Yet from the universality of the lyrics and the irresistible pull of the music, you could easily assume you were merely listening to a great, format-busting hit about romance gone bad.

Canadian Country Artist Amanda Keeles Releases Biographical New Single From Upcoming Debut Album, "Can't Stop Me Now"

Thu Feb 01, 2024

London, Ontario-based finance professional turned Country artist, Amanda Keeles, recently celebrated her first full year in the music industry. Having waited until her children reached adulthood and breaking free from a long-standing relationship that hindered her creative pursuits, the soaring vocalist and emotive songwriter made her triumphant entrance into the Canadian music scene one full year ago in January 2023. Launching her first three singles ever last year, Keeles' has already been featured on SiriusXM's Top of The Country channel, garnered significant airplay on commercial radio throughout Canada, and caught the attention of various music blogs and publications.

54•40 Unveils Deluxe Remastered and Reimagined Vinyl Bundle of Their Iconic "Green Album"

Thu Feb 01, 2024

In a nostalgic nod to the past, Canadian rock band 54•40 proudly announces the impending release of the remastered "Green Album" - Deluxe Vinyl Bundle, available for pre-order now here. Originally released in 1986, the self-titled second album, affectionately known as the "Green Album," marked a pivotal moment in the band's history.

Carefully curated to immerse fans in the nostalgia of the 'Green' days, the Deluxe Vinyl Bundle is a treasure trove of 54•40 memorabilia. The bundle includes not only the re-mastered vinyl but also alternate versions and previously unreleased songs. Fans will also delight in discovering exclusive photos, posters, stickers, and other fun memorabilia from the band's early years.

The Deluxe Vinyl Bundle features:

Jet Puppy Unleashes Rock and Roll Frenzy with Debut Single 'Shake, Rattle and Roll'

Fri Jan 26, 2024

Jet Puppy, a dynamic and highly entertaining rock and roll band from Toronto, Ontario proudly announces the release of their debut single, “Shake, Rattle and Roll” – Check it out on YouTube here:

With its catchy and nostalgic up-tempo beat, "Shake, Rattle and Roll," is a vibrant ode to the heyday of rock and roll. The band's commitment to preserving the joy, exuberance, and timeless sound of North American popular music is evident in this track, flawlessly embodying the essence of both rock and roll and rhythm and blues. Alec “Ears” Pham engineered the band’s live sessions which proved to be a revelation, making the band’s positive and shared aspirations crystal clear.

Austin, TX’s Rising Pop Star Aline Garza’s “Day One” Is The Beginning Of A Beautiful Friendship

Thu Jan 25, 2024

It’s about time pop music had its own hymn to the enduring power of an old-fashioned platonic connection. Maybe we were just waiting for the right prophet. “Day One,” the breakout single from Austin, Texas’ Aline Garza, is more than the debut of a major new artist—it’s a ride-or-die pledge that’s headed straight for the first page of every listener’s inner keepsake journal. Check it out on YouTube here:

"Outside" Angle: Halifax, UK Late Bloomer Gideon Foster Sees The Big Picture On New Single

Sat Jan 20, 2024

Anyone who thinks the music business is by definition a young man’s pursuit needs to meet Gideon Foster. Having come to the singer-songwriter game in his mid-40s, the Halifax, UK-based artist is now 54 and sharing the sort of becalmed wisdom only age can provide on his latest single, “Outside Looking In.” Check it out on YouTube here:

Landing with an audibly self-assured grace, the song is a meditation in both content and sound. Symphonic key swells, jangly guitar arpeggios and a shuffling, neo-trap drum beat snake in and out under Foster’s whispery, reverberating vocals as he gently gets his point across. That point? That at the end of the day, “out of the loop” isn’t such a bad place to be if you’re at peace with yourself.