Songwriting

Firsts, Favourites & Facts: Songwriting Special (Part 1)

In this feature, we dive into the world of songwriting, where artists from various backgrounds share their inspirations and creative processes. Join us as we explore the universal themes and diverse experiences that shape the songs we love, from the inception of an idea to the final notes of a composition.

Camie

 Toronto alternative singer/songwriter Camie has recently unveiled her album, Poems In The Ashes. and the single, “Genesis 3.” Listen here.

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Catie St.Germain

Red River Métis artist and 2023 MCMA Emerging Artist of the Year, Catie St.Germain unveiled her latest single, “High Forever” on April 5. Listen here.

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ADEOLUWA

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Nigeria-born, Montreal-based Afropop singer ADEOLUWA unveiled his latest EP, For The Fourth on April 4. Listen here.

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Campbell & Johnston

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Award-winning power duo Campbell & Johnston are a soulful blend of vintage blues-rock, roots, and folk with a modern twist. Their latest single, “Nothing’s Forever (Even Goodbye” is out now, and they are prepping for the release of their album, Paisley Hearts, set for release on May 31. Listen here.

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Garrett Neiles

Canadian Alternative-Rock Artist Garrett Neiles has unveiled his new single, “Heaven In My Hands.” Listen here.

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Down The Lees

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Originating in Vancouver, Laura Lee Schultz’s solo project, Down the Lees has just released their album, Dirt. Listen here.

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Mike Bern

Indigenous Folk Rocker Mike Bern volunteers his services as a spiritual middleman on his latest single, “New World,” an imagined declaration of anguish and devotion from a mother who was taken too soon.

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Julian Taylor

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Award-winning Americana/folk singer-songwriter Julian Taylor recently released his latest single, “Weighing Down.” Listen here.

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Lÿnx

Calgary’s Lÿnx has just released their album, Claws Out, featuring the single, “Hell In High Heels.” Listen here.

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Lisa Hartt

Montreal, QC-born, Port Credit, ON-based Lisa Hartt shared her single, “The Night I Learned To Dance” back in March. Listen here.

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