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Robert Thomas and the Sessionmen Cast a Line With Wit Groove and Americana Spirit
Robert Thomas has never shied away from writing songs that tell a story. With a career spanning decades and a catalogue that includes work for Kenny Rogers, Bonnie Raitt, Joe Cocker, and The Chicks, the 2025 International Acoustic Music Award winner has a knack for turning quirky ideas into enduring tunes. Now, with his band the sessionmen, Thomas reels in something truly memorable with Cast a Line, a playful Americana track that combines groove, warmth, and a healthy dose of humor.
By Chris Adams9 months ago in Beat
Ian North Malahat Delivers Movement and Memory Through Instrumental Storytelling
Ian North returns with Malahat, a vibrant new instrumental single that captures both a physical landscape and a deeply personal connection to it. Known for his thoughtful songwriting and folk-rock sensibilities, North takes a different path here—one without words, yet overflowing with story. Named after the winding highway that stretches down Vancouver Island’s east coast, Malahat is as much about emotional memory as it is about motion.
By Chris Adams9 months ago in Beat
Henry Taylor Turns Up the Volume With Hummingbird
Henry Taylor has never been one to play it safe. With his sixth studio album Sweet Thunder now out in the world, the Kitchener-Waterloo-based artist offers up Hummingbird as the record’s electrifying centerpiece—a track that buzzes with urgency, swagger, and an unexpected dose of backyard magic.
By Chris Adams9 months ago in Beat
Lyubov Kay Finds Power in Letting Go With Shoulda Run
Lyubov Kay is not holding back. With her latest single shoulda run, the alternative pop artist leans fully into the emotional aftermath of loving someone who didn’t deserve it—and the fire that follows when you finally walk away. Fierce, unfiltered, and undeniably catchy, the song arrives like a lightning bolt, electrifying listeners with its raw honesty and unapologetic self-worth.
By Chris Adams9 months ago in Beat
Total Fucking Darkness Take It Easy Brings Fire Smoke and a Sheep or Two
In a world spinning faster toward absurdity with each passing hour, Total Fucking Darkness offers not comfort but confrontation. Their latest single Take It Easy is anything but soothing. It’s a thundering, gleefully deranged slice of rave chaos that dances right on the edge of collapse. The title feels like a joke whispered by a ghost in a burning building. And yes, it is meant exactly that way.
By Chris Adams9 months ago in Beat
Ian James Bain Explores Musical Career Struggles in New Single "Come & Gone"
Canadian singer-songwriter Ian James Bain delivers a poignant reflection on the musician's journey with his latest release "Come & Gone," a country anthem that delves into the complexities of pursuing a musical career while battling self-doubt and exhaustion. As a core member of Nicolette & the Nobodies and guitarist for Jeremie Albino, Bain brings authentic experience to this deeply personal track that captures the tension between artistic dreams and the demanding realities of life as a touring musician.
By Chris Adams9 months ago in Beat
King Ludd Trouble Brings Chaos and Catharsis in a Post-Hardcore Debut
King Ludd crashes into the scene not with polish or predictability but with sheer force and unpredictability. The debut single Trouble is a daring, unruly piece of music that defies expectations and breaks clean away from traditional structure. The brainchild of producer and engineer Michael Keire, this post-hardcore experiment is a rush of jagged sound, cinematic pacing, and pure creative impulse. It doesn’t ease you in—it throws you directly into the fire.
By Chris Adams9 months ago in Beat
Ian James Bain Explores Musical Career Struggles in New Single "Come & Gone"
Canadian singer-songwriter Ian James Bain delivers a poignant reflection on the musician's journey with his latest release "Come & Gone," a country anthem that delves into the complexities of pursuing a musical career while battling self-doubt and exhaustion. As a core member of Nicolette & the Nobodies and guitarist for Jeremie Albino, Bain brings authentic experience to this deeply personal track that captures the tension between artistic dreams and the demanding realities of life as a touring musician.
By Chris Adams9 months ago in Beat
Matías Roden Explores Existential Struggles and Self-Discovery in “Disease with No Name”
Vancouver-based artist Matías Roden presents his powerful new single, “Disease with No Name,” a midtempo indie pop/soft rock ballad that delves into the complexities of existential dread, depression, and self-examination. The track, which draws from Roden’s personal battle with chronic pain and the frustration of being dismissed by medical professionals, captures the essence of feeling lost in life without knowing why. Through this deeply personal reflection, Roden transforms his own suffering into a broader meditation on the universal experience of searching for meaning, connection, and understanding.
By Chris Adams10 months ago in Beat
pssyclwz Reimagines Caribou’s "Odessa" With Haunting, Female-Driven Cover
Toronto-based singer-songwriter and filmmaker pssyclwz unveils her highly anticipated new single, “odessa (she-side),” a haunting and melancholic reinterpretation of Caribou’s iconic track, “Odessa.” This alternative electronic anthem brings a fresh and introspective female perspective to the song while maintaining the hypnotic and ethereal mood that made the original so beloved. What makes pssyclwz’s version stand out is her ethereal vocals, which replace some of the instrumental elements, adding an intimate, stripped-down feel to the track. The result is a version that feels both familiar and refreshingly new, showcasing pssyclwz’s ability to reinvent a classic while honoring its roots.
By Chris Adams10 months ago in Beat
Ynana Rose Breathes New Life Into "Los Ejes de Mi Carreta" With a Haunting New Rendition
LISTEN IN HERE California-based folk artist Ynana Rose brings a fresh perspective to the beloved Argentinian folk classic "Los Ejes de Mi Carreta," creating a captivating version that honors the song's roots while showcasing her unique voice. This new rendition, a collaboration with Arturo Lugo, is an emotive and haunting take on the melancholic milonga, a traditional rhythm that resonates deeply with themes of solitude and introspection. The song tells the tale of a lonely gaucho traveling across the Argentine pampas, the creaking of his carriage wheels echoing his isolation as he moves forward into the unknown. With Ynana’s heartfelt vocal performance and the rich layers of acoustic instrumentation, this track gives new life to a story that has lingered in the folk tradition for decades.
By Chris Adams10 months ago in Beat
Shadowgraph Joins Uncontaminated Sound for a Mind-Bending Dive into Sci-Fi Politics and Storytelling
Shadowgraph, the independent media platform helmed by visionary filmmaker Ross Domoney, is set to appear on Episode 69 of Uncontaminated Sound—the highly regarded documentary series and podcast created by filmmaker and photographer Robert Lundberg. This episode presents an in-depth conversation that delves into the intersections of video journalism, documentary storytelling, and the surreal, often dystopian, nature of contemporary political landscapes. The episode is now available to watch and stream on all major platforms, offering audiences a chance to engage with this compelling dialogue firsthand.
By Chris Adams10 months ago in Beat
