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FRENSHIP and Yoke Lore Reclaim Their Originality with "Wanted A Name"
January 16, 2019
"With this song we didn't try to think about genres or influences - we just let it happen."
6 Ones To Know If You're a Fan of Hozier
January 15, 2019
Hozier redefined what it meant to pray with his breakout single "Take Me To Church." With new music on the way, we honor the Irish songwriter with 6 artists following his footsteps.
SWMRS Delivers a Bout of VHS-Era Punk Nostalgia With "Trashbag Baby" Video
January 15, 2019
SWMRS delivers just what punk rock needs right now.
The Dirty Nil - "Evil Side" | Northside Sessions
January 15, 2019
Emerging from Hamilton, Ontario, The Dirty Nil cut their teeth playing the dirtiest of dive bars before they found themselves opening for some of their own idols.
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Enter the Emotive World of guardin With 15 BTS Photos [TOUR DIARY]
January 15, 2019
At the intersection of alternative, lo fi, emo, and hip-hop, stands guardin.
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Jay Wile Turns On the Charm With "2AM" [PREMIERE]
January 15, 2019
Every note and sung word of Jay Wile's feels prophesized.
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Ones To Watch Presents: lovelytheband - 'the finding it hard to smile' tour [ANNOUNCEMENT]
January 15, 2019
Tickets will be available Friday, Jan. 18, at 10:00 AM local time!
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Toronto's Verzache Shows Unwavering Promise in Anti-Genre 'Thought Pool' [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
January 14, 2019
'Thought Pool' is the formative chapter of Verzache's ascension into his potential; check out the entire project here.
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Setlist.Fm Presents: Who Is Alex Cameron? [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
January 14, 2019
As one fan on Bandcamp puts it, his music can be chalked up to "Bogan pop from an alternate 1980s."
MIKNNA Provides an 'Escape' From the Mundane in Conceptual Debut Album
January 14, 2019
"Wherever your desired destination may be in life, we hope that each piece enlightens the way."
Nilüfer Yanya Solidifies Her Indie Rock Reign With 'PAINLESS'
March 4, 2022
<i>PAINLESS</i> is melancholic, it's alive, it's the lovechild of all that is beautiful and hideous.
DBMK Takes a Glass Half Full Look at the Apocalypse on "Chains"
January 26, 2022
DBMK wants us to take life seriously. But not too seriously.
Rook Monroe's Debut EP 'Californialand' is Lyrically Compelling
December 18, 2020
Songwriter Rook Monroe is no stranger to penning memorable songs.
Hollyy Starts 2021 With Soulful Double-Side Single Release
February 26, 2021
We were able to talk with Hollyy about their latest singles and what their plans are for the foreseeable, hopefully pandemic-less, future.
Izzy Day Emits an Enchanting Energy in Soul-Folk Single "Silence"
May 18, 2021
"Silence" is equal parts vulnerable and mesmerizing.
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Listen To More Giraffes's Totally Far Out New Single, "Surf"! [Q&A]
July 17, 2019
Looking for a little summertime magic that rivals your favorite bottle of rosé?
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Zanski Dives Into His Own Mind In 'Upon Frigid Water' EP [Premiere]
July 3, 2020
Toronto based vocalist and producer, Zanski, returns this summer with his contemplative new EP.
Huron John & Lonely God Are Now In "Control"
July 8, 2020
Aaron Taos's buzzy tune "Control" just got a lively Vitamin C shot from Huron John and Lonely God.
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Jimi Somewhere Dives Into an Angelic, Crisis of Faith on Latest Single "Jesus" [Q&A]
September 14, 2020
We caught up with Jimi Somewhere for a quick Q&A about his new track's grandiose and "larger than life" feel and the inspiration he pulled from the Christian summer camps he attended growing up.
Boski's 'Greatest Hits' is the Perfect Blend of Obscurity and Satisfaction
September 15, 2020
After two killer singles, Boski manifests vivid imagery and moods into a ten song project entitled 'Greatest Hits.'