Published on June 18th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Stephen Ray Lester–the self-described “dirty hillbilly”–knows his way around a banjo. Here’s his latest heavy metal masterpiece... Read More →
Published on June 18th, 2018 | by Nerhys
Artist: Smokescreens Song: “Used to Yesterday” Album: Single From their upcoming album of the same name, Smokescreens’ “Used to Yesterday” gives listeners an idea of what to expect from the new album. The track is a ... Read More →
Published on June 14th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
From the Dept. of Dammit-Why-Didn’t-I-Think-Of-That? comes Dad Brains, a group from Oxnard, California that makes dad-themed punk rock. And despite the punny name, these guys aren’t just some aging rockers (average age is beyond 40) trying ... Read More →
Published on June 14th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
The best mashups feature the weirdest juxtapositions. Mating Slayer with Wham certainly ticks that box. (Via Tom)... Read More →
Published on June 14th, 2018 | by Zoe Orion
Artist: LUC Song: Glow LUC is a collaboration between two songwriters/producers who’s names might not be familiar, but with over 90 million streams from projects with other big name artists and thousands of film, TV & album ... Read More →
Published on June 13th, 2018 | by Larry Lootsteen
Artist: The Charlatans, “Standing Alone” Album: Totally Eclipsing If you don’t know this UK wonder, where have you been hiding? Sounds like: comfort food Link/Listen/Watch: Artist: USS, “Medicine” Album: N/A A perpetual favourite you all know ... Read More →
Published on June 12th, 2018 | by Mathew Kahansky
Artist: The Dirty Nil Song: “Bathed In Light” Album/EP: Master Volume Classic stadium-filling rock dragged kicking and screaming into the modern world, “Bathed In Light” is a raucous stomper from Dundas gear heads The Dirty Nil. Straddling ... Read More →
Published on June 11th, 2018 | by Nerhys
Artist: Future Generations Song: “All the Same” Album: Single Announcing a new album due out in September, Future Generations has released the first single to give listeners a taste of what to expect. It’s filled with ... Read More →
Published on June 10th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Outraged at Donald Trump’s antics at the G7? Disappointed by the outcome of the Ontario election? Bummed that the Las Vegas Golden Knights didn’t achieve their ultimate first season dream? Yeah, it’s been one of those ... Read More →
Published on June 9th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
First, there was Bauhaus. Then Peter Murphy bailed and Daniel Ash, David J and Kevin Hoskins formed Tones on Tail on their way to creating Love and Rockets. Now we have Poptone, which features Ash and ... Read More →
Published on June 8th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
FIDLAR is one of my favourite new bands of the last couple of years. They’ve just released this version of “Have a Cigar,” Pink Floyd’s swipe at the music industry from 1975’s Wish You Were Here. ... Read More →
Published on June 7th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Were he still alive, Prince would have turned 60 today. To mark the occasion, The Purple One’s estate has announced the released of a new album entitled Piano & a Microphone 1983, a collection of solo ... Read More →
Published on June 7th, 2018 | by Zoe Orion
Artist: Ben Howard Song: Nica Libres At Dusk Album: Noonday Dream This new track from Ben Howard is captivating in it’s gentle grandeur, a dynamic and blissful experience of a song. Watch/Listen: Artist: Mallrat Song: Groceries ... Read More →
Published on June 6th, 2018 | by Larry Lootsteen
Artist: Black Dove, “21” Album: N/A This up-and-coming Scottish band is getting a lot of attention Sounds like: indie at its best Link/Listen/Watch: Artist: Ekat Bork, “Kontrol” Album: Kontrol Out of Switzerland and completely hypnotic Sounds ... Read More →
Published on June 5th, 2018 | by Mathew Kahansky
Artist: The War and Treaty Song: “Healing Tide” Album/EP: Healing Tide Bombastic soul with a driving beat and heart to spare, “Healing Tide” is the debut single from Michigan duo The War and Treaty. Chock full of ... Read More →
Published on June 4th, 2018 | by Nerhys
Artist: Orchards Song: “Double Vision” Album: Single Brighton-based alt-pop quartet Orchards are set to release their new EP this week. This single, taken from their upcoming album, creates a fun, party vibe full of sunshine, perfect ... Read More →
Published on June 1st, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Looking to kill some time before the weekend? Start with this fantastic restored video of Led Zeppelin performing in 1973 at Madison Square Garden. (Via Laughing Squid) Fast-forward now to Halloween 1991 for a Nirvana gig ... Read More →
Published on May 31st, 2018 | by Alan Cross
For reasons I don’t really understand, Edmonton seems under-represented on the Canadian music scene. That, however, doesn’t mean that there isn’t some great talent that city. Take the case of Royal Foundry, a band that’s currently ... Read More →
Published on May 31st, 2018 | by Zoe Orion
Artist: Bad Bad Hats Song: Write It On Your Heart Album: Lightning Round This first taste from Bad Bad Hats sophomore album (out August 3rd) is irresistibly inviting with warm vocals and guitar rhythms. Listen: Artist: ... Read More →
Published on May 30th, 2018 | by Larry Lootsteen
Artist: Sundaes, “Pretty Wife” Album: N/A Gotta love Nashville’s big, gay garage-pop band Sounds like: indie goodness Link/Listen/Watch: Artist: Chvrches, “God’s Plan” Album: Love Is Dead This brilliant Glasgow trio never disappoints Sounds like: a classic ... Read More →
Published on May 29th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Judging by the traffic numbers I get whenever I post something about the guy, readers of this site really seem to like Weird Al. In an effort to keep those clicks coming, here’s Al covering “This ... Read More →
Published on May 29th, 2018 | by Mathew Kahansky
Artist: Lehmann B. Smith Song: “Thus Must Rust” Album/EP: Poplar Music Trancy haze rock with a guitar that makes itself surprisingly scarce and a chant that sticks to the inside of your eardrum, “Thus Must Rust” is ... Read More →
