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Semiah shares new single and video, “Withdrawals” (Interview)

Jenna Melanson — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 20:36:34 +0000

Mohawk Alt-Pop Artist/Producer Semiah Drops ‘Charlie’s Angels’-Esque “Withdrawals” Music Video with a Warrior Punk Anime Edge Meet Semiah, a dynamic artist whose blend of playful charisma and spiritual depth captivates audiences. With 20 years of stage experience, she effortlessly transitions between intimate performances and larger theatrical shows. Her latest single, “Withdrawals,” is an electro-pop-punk anthem co-produced with Teleh0rn, featuring Haudenosaunee vocal techniques and metallic elements. The accompanying music video, which Semiah produced, directed, choreographed, and styled, brings a warrior-punk aesthetic […]

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Taylor-Rae shares new single, “Drunk Plans” (Interview)

Jenna Melanson — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 20:17:51 +0000

Rising Canadian Country Artist Taylor-Rae Releases New Single “Drunk Plans” We’re excited to chat with rising Canadian country artist Taylor-Rae, whose new single “Drunk Plans” dropped on November 1 via Symphonic Distribution. The track blends country soul with Taylor’s powerhouse vocals, exploring unfulfilled plans and the self-awareness that comes with them. Produced by Brad Hill, it’s the lead single off her upcoming EP. Taylor-Rae has already made waves in country music, winning two BC Country Music Association Awards in 2023 […]

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Mindbender Supreme shares “Young Vet” ft. Michie Mee (Interview)

Jenna Melanson — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 19:36:21 +0000

Mindbender Supreme and Michie Mee’s Life Lessons and Hip-Hop Mastery in Four Minutes of Fire With “Young Vet” In hip-hop, just about the best position to be in is “old enough to know what you’re talking about, yet young enough to still be dangerous.” That’s exactly the catbird seat Mindbender Supreme looks down from on “Young Vet,” hurling thunderbolts of hard-earned wisdom from his quarter-century in the biz that hit all the harder thanks to vocal affirmations from Canadian rap legend Michie Mee. […]

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Keanu Ienco – Five Questions With

Jenna Melanson — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 18:46:52 +0000

Native American/Canadian Musician Keanu Ienco Shares New Single, “PLAYFUL LOVE” Native American/Canadian musician Keanu Ienco shares his new single “Playful Love.” “Playful Love” follows the release of Keanu’s acclaimed 2022 debut album, Celestial Desires. The instrumental guitar piece is a moving tribute he wrote in remembrance of the family members he’s lost over the past couple of years. “The title refers to the platonic love one feels with family or friends,” says Keanu. “The tune explores how it feels when that love is gone. While the melodies […]

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Dirt Road Opera shares new single, “Where The Chicory Grows (Interview)

Jenna Melanson — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 18:26:40 +0000

BCCMA Hall of Fame Inductees, Dirt Road Opera Release New Single “Where The Chicory Grows” Alt-country band and BCCMA Hall of Fame inductees Dirt Road Opera (DRO) are back with their new single, “Where The Chicory Grows”, released November 20. With rich three-part harmonies, pedal steel, and vibrant fiddle melodies, the song is a heartfelt tribute to lead singer Rachel Matkin’s family and their history in Keefers, BC, blending poignant reflection with uplifting energy. The track honors cherished memories while […]

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Arlene Quinn – Five Questions With

Jenna Melanson — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:31:04 +0000

With a voice as rich and smooth as her accolades are impressive, Arlene Quinn has made her mark on the international country music scene. Hailing from Ottawa, Ontario, this award-winning singer-songwriter has shared the stage with legends like Kenny Rogers, Loretta Lynn, and Terri Clark, while her music has resonated in over 63 countries. From her early start at just five years old to her triumphant return to music in 2016, Arlene’s career is a testament to passion and perseverance. […]

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Justine Giles shares on her EP, Another Chance (Interview)

Jenna Melanson — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:37:47 +0000

Justine Giles takes Another Chance to heal, grow, and rediscover herself—one powerful song at a time Justine Giles is back with her heartfelt new EP, Another Chance, released on October 25, 2024. After moving from Toronto to Calgary in 2019, Justine turned unexpected delays into a period of growth, shaping the deeply personal tracks on this EP. Recorded with producer Mark Troyer, Another Chance explores themes of healing, empowerment, and self-discovery through songs like “Save Myself” and “A New Adventure.” […]

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Mike Trudell – Five Questions With

Jenna Melanson — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:20:02 +0000

Mike Trudell Shares On His Latest Single, “You Can Hear a Heartbreak” Meet Mike Trudell, a singer-songwriter from Northern Ontario, blending heartfelt lyrics with catchy guitar riffs. His latest single, “You Can Hear a Heartbreak,” is an upbeat take on navigating a broken relationship. We caught up with Mike to talk about songwriting, upcoming plans, and his artist recommendations. First off care to introduce yourself to our readers? My name is Mike Trudell a singer-songwriter from Northern Ontario. Tell us […]

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Raven Reid shares new album, Waiting For Change (Interview)

Jenna Melanson — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:10:09 +0000

Raven Reid’s new album, Waiting For Change, is a raw and powerful reflection of her life as an Indigenous woman. Touching on addiction, discrimination, and survival, the Yellowknife-born artist channels her journey into eight moving tracks, including “The Government Song” and “For Kelly.” With producer Marc Merilainen (NADJIWAN), Raven pairs her hard-hitting lyrics with evocative arrangements, reclaiming her voice after years of silence as a Sixties Scoop survivor. Now based in Saskatoon, she continues to inspire through her music and […]

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Half A Chance shares new single, “Little Problems” (Interview)

Jenna Melanson — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 17:35:09 +0000

Comox Valley, BC-Based Americana Duo HALF A CHANCE Tackles Fertility Challenges with Heartfelt ‘Little Problems’ For musical and married partners Joey Clarkson and Peter Dixon, known as the Americana duo Half A Chance, trying to bring a little bundle of joy into the world has been challenging. While sadly, the social discourse, general attitudes, and sensitivity towards the issue remain problematic, the group has addressed the issue head-on with the smart and engaging roots pop single “Little Problems,” a tune […]

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Focus Your Audio shares new single, “The Long Goodbye” (Interview)

Jenna Melanson — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 17:21:42 +0000

Vancouver Folk/Pop Duo FOCUS YOUR AUDIO Releases “The Long Goodbye” There are times in one’s life when you realize life is precious, time is precious, and memories, despite illnesses that can make them disappear, can last forever. For Vancouver-based duo Focus Your Audio — Bobcaygeon, Ontario singer Sarah Stewart and Coquitlam, BC musician Bobby McAloney — those feelings are vividly captured in the hauntingly precious single “The Long Goodbye.” It’s a gorgeous, tear-inducing effort detailing the topic of dementia and […]

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Runaway Angel – Five Questions With

Jenna Melanson — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 16:53:57 +0000

Runaway Angel Shares On Their Latest Single, “Growing Up” For over a decade, Runaway Angel has captivated audiences with their hook-filled harmonies, high-energy performances, and heartfelt lyrics. The trio—comprised of CCMA Discovery Artist Nominees Stacey Zegers, Ann Chaplin, and Cadence Grace—has become a fan favorite, touring both Canada and Europe and opening for chart-topping acts like Dierks Bentley, Dallas Smith, and Terri Clark. After a brief hiatus in 2019 to support lead singer Grace during her battle with leukemia, the […]

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Olivia Lunny shares new single, “City of Angels” (Interview)

Jenna Melanson — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 15:32:14 +0000

Rising Canadian Pop Artist Olivia Lunny Releases New Single Canadian pop singer-songwriter Olivia Lunny, who is making waves with her latest single, “City of Angels”, now available on all streaming platforms via Infinity & Recordings / Universal Music Canada. This moody, edgy pop track serves as a love letter to Los Angeles, exploring the dazzling yet challenging realities of pursuing dreams in a city of lights and shadows. With “City of Angels,” Olivia captures the intoxicating blend of ambition and […]

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Rea Beaumont shares new single, “Vancouver Vibe (Green Pieces)” (Interview)

Jenna Melanson — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:56:17 +0000

Toronto Pianist Rea Beaumont Paints Beautiful Instrumental Images With Single “Vancouver Vibe (Green Pieces)” From Enjoy The Journey Album In 1964, the late Oscar Peterson released Canadiana Suite, an album based on a cross–Canada journey east to west that showed his love of the country through dazzling musicality. Now, 60 years later, Toronto pianist Rea Beaumont has crafted a very different ode, both to her homeland and life’s journey, with the lovely single “Vancouver Vibe (Green Pieces)” from her excellent new album Enjoy The Journey. […]

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