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      Alex Little Shares New EP Conversations in My Head

      Alex Little Shares New EP Conversations in My Head

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      Saukrates Revisits Toronto Hip Hop History With “Fades Away (2026 Remix)” Featuring Drake

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      Ones to Watch: The Sour Patch Men

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DAVID JAMES ALLEN leans into Memphis soul on “Dukes Up (Since You’ve Been Gone),”

DAVID JAMES ALLEN leans into Memphis soul on “Dukes Up (Since You’ve Been Gone),”

by Jenna Melanson | Jul 3, 2026 | Interviews

Single is latest preview of multi-talented Canadian artist’s Americana opus Jubilation Potpourri  After displaying his skill at making heartbreakingly beautiful alt-country on previous singles “The Moonlight Waltz,” “By Your Side” and...
Sean Burns is back with new single, “Glory For Me”

Sean Burns is back with new single, “Glory For Me”

by Jenna Melanson | Jul 3, 2026 | Promos

Song is on Canadian country artist’s upcoming LP Better Off In Time & Other Songs For The Dance Floor After paying tribute to Canada’s forgotten country music heroes on the 2023 covers album Lost Country, Sean Burns is back with an all-original 10-song...
The Conflux Collective shares new single, “Devouring Light” – Interview

The Conflux Collective shares new single, “Devouring Light” – Interview

by Jenna Melanson | Jul 3, 2026 | Interviews

Canadian Progressive Death THE CONFLUX COLLECTIVE Unleashes “Devouring Light” Montreal’s extreme‑metal collaborative force Conflux Collectivehas released its long‑anticipated full‑length album, In the Wake of Saturn. The record marks the resurrection of a project once...
Rockstalgia Music Festival Brings Two Days of Classic Rock to Orono Fairgrounds This July With Headliners Wide Mouth Mason

Rockstalgia Music Festival Brings Two Days of Classic Rock to Orono Fairgrounds This July With Headliners Wide Mouth Mason

by Jenna Melanson | Jul 2, 2026 | Festivals & Events

Two Days, Two Stages, One Unforgettable Rock Celebration Rockstalgia Music Festival announces its inaugural two-day celebration of rock music, set for July 11 and 12, 2026 at the Orono Fairgrounds in Orono, Ontario. Spanning 70s, 80s, and 90s rock across two stages...
Camryn shares new single, “Ghost” – Single Review

Camryn shares new single, “Ghost” – Single Review

by Jenna Melanson | Jul 2, 2026 | Reviews

A haunting reflection wrapped in soaring alternative rock Canadian singer-songwriter Camryn continues to establish herself as one of Canada’s promising new alternative artists with the release of “Ghost,” a deeply personal single that fuses dreamy...
Entropist Delivers a Progressive Metal Masterpiece with Debut Album, The Vision – Interview

Entropist Delivers a Progressive Metal Masterpiece with Debut Album, The Vision – Interview

by Jenna Melanson | Jul 2, 2026 | Interviews

Denver’s Entropist Redefines Modern Progressive Metal on The Vision Denver, Colorado’s Entropist has rapidly emerged as one of progressive metal’s most compelling new voices, crafting a sound vocalist Parker Kitching calls “a love letter to metal.” Their music...
Kalycia Lauren Makes a Memorable First Impression with Heartfelt Country Debut – Interview

Kalycia Lauren Makes a Memorable First Impression with Heartfelt Country Debut – Interview

by Jenna Melanson | Jul 2, 2026 | Interviews

Raw stories, genuine country spirit, and a voice built for the spotlight. Kalycia Lauren is an up-and-coming Métis country singer/songwriter from Devon, Alberta. Now living in Edmonton, she’s still got small town roots – but with a big story to tell. This is...
Emma Rush Brings Catharina Pratten’s Legacy Home on New EP Home Sweet Home – Interview

Emma Rush Brings Catharina Pratten’s Legacy Home on New EP Home Sweet Home – Interview

by Jenna Melanson | Jul 2, 2026 | Interviews

Acclaimed Classical Guitarist Emma Rush Continues Her Mission To Honour Catharina Pratten With New EP, Home Sweet Home Acclaimed classical guitarist Emma Rush, widely regarded as one of Canada’s premier classical guitarists (Vivascene Magazine), returns with her...
D.B. Tait Announces Debut Single “Before You Go” Ahead of Upcoming Album Losing Time

D.B. Tait Announces Debut Single “Before You Go” Ahead of Upcoming Album Losing Time

by Jenna Melanson | Jul 2, 2026 | Promos

D.B. Tait makes a striking debut with the haunting alt-country ballad “Before You Go,” offering a heartfelt first glimpse of his upcoming album Losing Time. As the latest artist to appear out of the fertile musical soil of Ontario’s Prince Edward...
Annika Catharina Celebrates Breakout Success with “Old Habit” – Single Review

Annika Catharina Celebrates Breakout Success with “Old Habit” – Single Review

by Jenna Melanson | Jul 2, 2026 | Reviews

Annika Catharina’s “Old Habit” Keeps Winning as Up All Night Nears Breakout Canadian country artist Annika Catharina is celebrating her current single “Old Habit” which is on all streaming platforms. Written by Annika and fellow artist Jada Leroux,...
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