by Jenna Melanson | Oct 19, 2026 | Interviews
Toronto-based singer-songwriter Niki Kennedy embraces vulnerability, cultural identity, and creative freedom on her debut album, The Space In Between. Toronto-based singer-songwriter Niki Kennedy is embracing a new chapter of artistic freedom with her debut album, The...
by Jenna Melanson | Oct 19, 2026 | Features
From ghosts and monsters to dark country, punk rock, and haunting indie sounds, these Canadian artists have your Halloween soundtrack covered. Halloween is creeping closer, and while there’s nothing wrong with playing “Thriller” or “Monster Mash” for the...
by Jenna Melanson | Oct 19, 2026 | Interviews
Toronto Alt-Rock Project ORAEN Explores Inequality, Grief, and Resilience on an Explosive Eight-Track Release Canadian alt-rock project ORAEN is turning frustration into something powerful with ARC TWO // PROPHECY X FAILURE, an eight-track release that arrived October...
by Dan Fischer | Oct 19, 2026 | Shows
Canadian New Wave Icons Spoons and Rough Trade Share the Stage at Maxwell’s in Waterloo Who: Spoons, Rough TradeWhen: October 16, 2026Where: Maxwell’s, Waterloo, ON Two influential names in Canadian new wave came together at Maxwell’s in Waterloo on...
by Jenna Melanson | Oct 16, 2026 | Promos
Portland punk ’n’ roll veterans Guerrilla Teens keep the spirit of underground rock alive with their latest EP on Sonic Jett Records. Portland, Oregon punk ’n’ roll five-piece Guerrilla Teens have released their new EP, Sympathy for the Decibel, on October 16, 2026,...
by Jenna Melanson | Oct 16, 2026 | Promos
Toronto hard rock band MADLANDS explore narcissism, celebrity culture, and the darker side of social media in their latest single and music video. Toronto hard rock band MADLANDS have released their latest single and music video, “Everyone’s a Narcissist,” a...
by Jenna Melanson | Oct 16, 2026 | Promos
Saskatoon-based Indigenous singer-songwriter Raven Reid prepares to release her 10-song album Stages Of Gold on October 30, offering deeply personal storytelling alongside a fresh, full-band sound. Indigenous singer-songwriter Raven Reid is preparing to release her...
by Jenna Melanson | Oct 16, 2026 | Promos
Canadian experimental duo Allegories blend electronic music, dream pop, shoegaze, and indie rock on their long-awaited new album, By Accident, On Purpose. Experimental duo Allegories, featuring Adam Bentley and Jordan Mitchell, have released their long-awaited new...
by Dan Fischer | Oct 16, 2026 | Shows
Canadian alternative rock favourites The Grapes of Wrath bring their timeless songs and signature harmonies to Waterloo for an intimate unplugged performance. Who: The Grapes of WrathWhen: October 15, 2026Where: Maxwell’s, Waterloo, ONPhotography by: Dan Fischer...
by Jenna Melanson | Oct 16, 2026 | Features
Fresh Canadian sounds, new discoveries, and eight releases worth putting on repeat this week. New music. Fresh discoveries. And the Canadian artists we can’t stop playing. Another Friday means another reason to turn up the volume! Welcome back to Friday on...
