David Nyro (rhymes with hero), an award-winning "genre-chameleon" and confessional singer-songwriter, has officially released his latest single, 'Ghosted'. Following a Golden Kayak award win, Nyro delivers a poignant Americana folk-rock reflection on the modern phenomenon of sudden, inexplicable silence. The track serves as a significant precursor to his ambitious upcoming album, 'Rubicon', scheduled for release on March 15, 2026, marking the beginning of a prolific new chapter for the Tacoma-based artist.

The inspiration for 'Ghosted' was born from a deeply personal experience—the sudden disappearance of a close associate Nyro had worked with for over five years. Nyro captures the jarring transition from normalcy to "nothingness" with evocative lyrics: "I call you on the phone, I text and email too; No one is ever home, I don't know what to do. When I saw you that last time, everything seemed fine". Reflecting on the track, Nyro notes that while the behavior has existed for centuries, it has found a new cultural label. "One thing for sure: this is something universal that’s happened to all of us, I suspect," Nyro says of the experience.

 Acclaimed singer-songwriter Steve Poltz announces his return to his Canadian roots with an extensive 17-date spring tour across Eastern Canada, kicking off April 15, 2026. The Halifax-born artist continues his momentum following sold-out theatre runs and massive responses at major festivals across Australia and the US, bringing his "good old-fashioned sing-along" show to intimate venues throughout the Maritimes, Ontario, and Quebec. The tour supports his 14th solo album, JoyRide, a collection of "unsaturated, unadulterated art" that captures the chaos and poetry of his creative life.

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Toronto chanteuse, songwriter, performer, producer, and radio host Lily Frost celebrates the release of her new single “NIGHTBIRD-LILITH” (Indie release - KMG Distribution) with a new video out on YouTube on December 12th. The single’s out now on all major platforms.

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“NIGHTBIRD-Lilith” rides on an acoustic guitar riff and hand drum and is produced to bring elements of Celtic mystique through harp, accordion, percussion, and Frost's stark, powerful vocals. Frost honours the glory and ubiquity of the feminine divine: whether siren, demon, goddess, or nightbird, who "lives within you” and offers "refuge in the night.”

Alternative-experimental pop artist Georgina Taylor announces the release of her new holiday single “What Child Is This,” out now. This fresh arrangement combines the beloved medieval Christmas carol with a driving disco beat to create a holiday track listeners can really dance to. Produced and arranged by Taylor at her In The Garden Productions studio the single breathes new life and energy into this Christmas classic while staying true to its traditional roots.

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Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Clark!

"I had always wanted to write a Christmas song. After I had written "Orange Christmas" last year I figured I could cross that off my list of song subjects. Then out of nowhere, in February of all months, "It's Still Snowing Outside" fell from the sky and began dancing around in my head like sugar plums,” James explains the inspiration for the single.

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"We all experience that first Christmas without a loved one. The lyrics pertain to my own personal experience after losing my father and then several years later, my brother."

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James, Randy and Donald Clark are captured on the back of the single sleeve in a perfect seasonal shot of Dad cutting down a Christmas tree for his boys.

Toronto artist, producer, and music therapist SH3 unveils her most vulnerable and transcendent work to date with ‘The Blue Album,’ released November 7, 2025. Conceived in the wake of her partner’s passing, the record stands as both a tribute and an act of healing — a meditation on grief and the unbreakable thread of love that endures beyond death.

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Written in the months following her loss, each song on ‘The Blue Album’ mirrors one of J. William Worden’s ‘Tasks of Mourning,’ a therapeutic framework that reimagines grief as an active, evolving process (a more updated approach compared to the 5 Stages of Grief). For example, Task 1 is: “Accepting the Reality of the Loss”, represented by the first track, “Love Again”. Through haunting ballads, ethereal folk textures, and choral harmonies rooted in her earliest musical experiences, SH3 transforms her pain into sound — crafting what she calls ‘a compassionate map through mourning.’

Acclaimed Toronto-based folk-pop artist Melanie Peterson will release her eighth EP, 'Read It On The Radio – Vol 2', out now, alongside a month-long residency at the legendary Cameron House in Toronto this month.

Peterson, known for her luminous vocals and emotionally resonant songwriting, reunites with longtime producer Mitch Girio for this second installment of her 'Read It On The Radio' series. The project captures the warmth and intimacy of her live performances while showcasing her interpretive depth across a handpicked collection of covers.

A multi-talented, award-winning producer, singer/songwriter, composer and sound engineer, Chris’ music collaborations with A-list international artists like Sinead O’Connor, Alison Moyet, Dexys Midnight Runners, Talking Heads, The Pogues, Bob Geldof, Quincy Jones, Mel Brooks, Buffy Sainte-Marie and Steve Earle have sold over 100 million records and earned four Canadian Junos, a Grammy, a Polaris Music Prize, a Canadian Screen Award, and three international AMPEX Golden Reel Awards for excellence in the music business.

Born in the UK, Birkett’s career began as a guitarist, playing in London clubs before touring with Memphis artists Rufus Thomas, Ann Peebles and King Floyd. At 23, Chris was performing with the pop group Love Affair, whose song "Everlasting Love" ruled the UK charts. The following year, he joined the band Omaha Sheriff who had just signed a major recording deal with Tony Visconti, manager of Good Earth Records and producer for David Bowie and the Moody Blues.

Singer/songwriter Andrew Irving announces the release of his new single “If I’m Not Alright”. Produced by Carl Jennings, this track serves as an introspective and emotionally raw exploration of internal dialogue during a personal mental health struggle. The song speaks to the heart of these topics and addresses a sensitive issue that Irving believes requires open conversation to remove the stigma surrounding it.

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The single originated during a late night on the road where Irving found himself alone in a hotel room riddled with anxiety and loneliness. He wrestled with the concept of what that means for people struggling with their mental health and opened his journal to pen the words “if I’m not alright, is that okay?”. Irving grabbed a guitar and sang the melody without censoring his words or thoughts.

First introduced live last spring at Place des Arts during The Alan Parsons Live Project concert, Music is Medicine—the movement founded by Robert Frances, CEO of PEAK Financial Group and member of the band N2O—continues to grow with the release of Radio, a song by N2O produced and mixed by the legendary Alan Parsons.

Net proceeds from the project will be donated to the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada to advance research, education and patient support programs.

Produced and mixed by Alan Parsons, Radio is an emotional song inspired by connection, memory and hope. It captures the spirit of Music is Medicine, transforming music into a force for unity and courage.

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“Losing a friend and bandmate to brain cancer had a profound impact on me,” said Robert Frances. “I wanted to turn that experience into something meaningful. Working with Alan on Radio brought that vision to life.”

Toronto, Ontario born and Ottawa-based Vocalist, Composer/arranger, and Tuba player, Kim Kaskiw unveils her new album THE LATIN JAZZ FUSION PROJECT'. It’s a deeply personal and rich collection that bridges the worlds of Jazz, Latin Jazz, Funk and Fusion. Drawing from her life’s most profound moments, Kaskiw transforms hardship into harmony, inviting listeners into a world of grace, rhythm, and emotional truth.

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Music has always been at the center of Kim’s life. One of her earliest memories is of being in a playpen, watching her mother play the piano. Even before she had words, she remembers shaking the bars of her play pen in frustration, desperate to touch the keys herself. That moment marked the beginning of a lifelong journey — one defined by sound, emotion, and connection.

New Single + Winter Tour Follows Debut Album's 4 Million+ Streams and Growing Festival Circuit Success 

Honeybear, the Band, the Vancouver-based vintage soul, blues, and roots quartet that music blog B-Side Guys describes as sounding "as if The Teskey Brothers decided to collaborate with the ghost of Muddy Waters," releases their new single "Unbroken" out now. The track serves as a quiet anthem to resilience, blending soul, blues, and pop sensibilities into a message that has resonated far beyond its original intention.

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As the first snowflakes of the season begin to fall across North America, independent artist Blaine Sharp's beloved holiday song "The First Snowfall" is experiencing a viral surge, amassing over 90,000 streams on Spotify. The swingin' vocal version, which captures the magical transformation that happens when winter's first snow blankets the world, has achieved a remarkable 66% listener engagement rate (Saves + Adds) on Spotify, proving that audiences are hungry for new holiday music infused with timeless sophistication and genuine emotion.

Every now and then a new recording comes into our offices and 8BANGER’s “Daddy’s Girl” is one of those songs.

8BANGER Is a “festival style” rock act with half a century of combined rock and roll experience between members, having played the smallest of venues to the largest of stages.

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8BANGER brings together extensive performing experience with catchy, prodigious songwriting; performed live with an electrifying stage show. Influenced by bands like The Ramones and Teenage Head, building off of 50’s and 60’s style rock and roll, and curating indelible melodies.

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Internationally acclaimed trio The Celtic Tenors—Matthew Gilsenan, Daryl Simpson, and George Hutton—return with a breathtaking rendition of “The Holy City,” marking the first glimpse of their upcoming live project, recorded during an exceptional performance at Belleville, Ontario’s historic Empire Theatre this August. Released through Slammin Media and distributed by Believe Distribution, the single is out now, inviting audiences into a new chapter of the group’s celebrated journey.

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Rising artist Brandyn Leo returns with his most heartfelt and vulnerable release to date, “Beats 4 U,” available now on all major streaming platforms. Fusing the energy of dancehall with smooth RnB melodies and polished pop sensibilities, the Toronto-born, Jamaican-raised singer-songwriter is carving out his own lane—one that’s fierce, fearless, and full of soul.

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Canadian singer-songwriter Ryan McMahon unveils his powerful new single “There She Is,” produced by Steve Dawson and recorded at Bryan Adams’ Warehouse Studio in Vancouver. The track stands as one of McMahon’s most personal and moving compositions—a song about rediscovering beauty, forgiving oneself, and finding sanctuary in the simplest moments of life.

With seven solo albums, two acclaimed records with his folk-rock trio Lion Bear Fox, and nearly two decades of touring across Canada, the U.S., and Europe, McMahon has carved a reputation as one of Canada’s most authentic musical voices. His work bridges folk, Americana, and rock, rooted in sincerity and emotional storytelling.

Canadian rock singer-songwriter Justin Faulknor unveils his latest single and video, 'Girl Like You' — a vibrant, tongue-in-cheek ode to classic rock storytelling and creative independence. The track serves as the lead single from his full-length album, 'Far From Home,' both out now. 

A lifelong student of melody and lyricism, Faulknor wrote, produced, and performed 'Girl Like You' with a sound steeped in sixties and seventies influences — nodding to the timeless grooves of The Beatles and Bob Dylan while infusing his own modern-day wit and warmth.

Introducing JULES <3, a multi-lingual singer, songwriter and producer whose artistry rises from the shadows into light – an anthem of resilience, healing and radiant self-expression.

JULES <3’s work represents a dynamic fusion of lyrical storytelling and innovative production. Fluent in three languages, including French and English, she draws on her rich literary background – including winning the OECTA provincial award twice for her French short play in high school – to craft music that is both poetic and impactful. An avid writer, her songs weave personal truth with universal themes, creating a soulful connection with listeners across cultures.

Her recent projects showcase a diverse musical palette, reflecting her versatility and evolving musical sound. Julia has released music on many streaming platforms such as Spotify and YouTube, engaging her audience with her authentic voice and inspired originals.

Every holiday season brings a sense of reflection, and for Canadian guitarist John Dawson, that reflection takes shape in music. “It always amazes me how the veil between past and present seems pulled back during the holidays,” he says. “Traditions meet change, and in that mix, we find meaning.”

 Dawson, a longtime figure in Canada’s folk and roots scene, has quietly built a reputation as one of the country’s best-kept secrets. Based in the Greater Toronto Area, he is a songwriter, guitarist, and composer who has worked across performance, education, and composition. His resume includes sharing stages with Juno and Grammy-nominated artists and backing Jackie Lomax at a Beatles Festival in 2011.

 For his latest project, Dawson strips away everything but the essentials. His new recording, a solo guitar arrangement of the traditional carol “O Little Town of Bethlehem,” is a quiet meditation amid the noise of the season. There is no singing, no embellishment, only pure, intentional playing. “It’s precisely what I do in the quiet nights by the soft light of a tree,” he says. “It’s what I wanted most to share.”