by Jenna Melanson | Jul 14, 2026 | Interviews
Empty Melon Soundtracks a Late Night Spiral on Atmospheric Art Pop Single “Don’t Look Away” Created and developed in Montreal’s DIY scene, Empty Melon (the solo project of Ada Lea bassist/producer Summer Kodama) follows up on her debut single,...
by Jenna Melanson | Jul 14, 2026 | Promos
Montuno Cubano Releases “Baila Mi Guaracha,” a Global Invitation to Dance Prince Edward Island based Latin outfit Montuno Cubano releases its new single “Baila Mi Guaracha” out now, ahead of a summer run of shows that includes headline...
by Jenna Melanson | Jul 14, 2026 | Interviews
Zaire Ink Releases “Audio/Biography,” the Emotional Centrepiece of Debut Album, When You Meet Yourself Calgary-raised, Edmonton-based hip-hop artist Zaire Ink releases “Audio/Biography” on June 5, a defining single from his forthcoming debut...
by Emily Plunkett | Jul 10, 2026 | Festivals & Events
The Ottawa Jazz Festival kicked off the city’s summer concert season with nine days of a musical diversity unrivaled by any other! The festival’s OLG Main Stage first week opened with Ottawa’s own BLAKDENIM bringing their genre-blending hip-hop and funk...
by Jenna Melanson | Jul 10, 2026 | Promos
Ethan Askey & The Elevators Have Plenty to Say in New Single “Big Bad Bossman” and Soulful Roots and Blues Album, Outside the Lines Ethan Askey & The Elevators release “Big Bad Bossman”, the spirited third single from their album,...
by Jenna Melanson | Jul 10, 2026 | Reviews
The New Hires turn sleepless obsession into an irresistible indie rock anthem. Ottawa indie rock outfit The New Hires are back with “4AM,” an energetic, guitar-driven anthem that perfectly captures the restless thoughts and emotional uncertainty that...
by Jenna Melanson | Jul 10, 2026 | Promos
Every musician remembers the moment music stopped being something they simply listened to and became something they wanted to create. For some, it was a single song. For others, it was a collection of records whose melodies, harmonies, and unforgettable hooks inspired...
by Melissa Wiseman | Jul 10, 2026 | Shows
PUP & GobJune 24, 2026JAG Soundhouse, St. John’s, NL All Photo Credit: Tara Thompson What better way to kick off the summer season than with a show at the JAG Soundhouse in St. John’s, NL, especially while the Iceberg Alley Performance Tent takes a...
by Jenna Melanson | Jul 8, 2026 | Interviews
Kentucky Releases New Single “In Kingston Tonight,” a Tribute to The Tragically Hip and a Call to Carry Canada Forward Kentucky, the musical project of Almonte, Ontario-based singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Jordan Holman, releases...
by Jenna Melanson | Jul 8, 2026 | Interviews
Psych surf rock band from Squamish, BC bring ‘Modern World Blues’ to stages from Ottawa to Asbury Park Surf Hat are heading back out on the road, and they are bringing the salt air with them. The Squamish, British Columbia band have confirmed a sweeping...
