indie
Indie music features a sampling of maverick musicians that favor the DIY approach to music making.
Forester Capture the Glory and Grit of Reckless Youth on “Daredevil Youth”
Edmonton-based punk rockers Forester come roaring back with their latest single, “Daredevil Youth”—a no-holds-barred anthem to the chaos, euphoria, and inevitable bruises of youth. Propelled by heavy distortion, anthemic piano chords, and lyrics soaked in nostalgia, the track doesn’t sugarcoat growing up. Instead, it throws you in the passenger seat of a 2AM joyride with the windows down and your heart in your throat.
By Chris Adams7 months ago in Beat
Galamba Channels Afro-Brazilian Joy and Global Groove on New Single “Sea Shack”
Montreal-based guitarist, bassist, and composer Galamba shares his exuberant new single, “Sea Shack,” a radiant instrumental that bridges Afro-Brazilian heritage with modern genre-bending sounds. Alive with vibrant rhythm, spirited improvisation, and a palpable sense of joy, the track is a powerful second preview of his upcoming self-titled debut album, arriving August 29, 2025.
By Chris Adams7 months ago in Beat
Cut Cult Unleashes Monstrous Grooves on Explosive New Single “Dinosaur”
Nova Scotia’s Cut Cult crash through genre walls with their newest single, “Dinosaur” – a grimy, groove-laden alt track powered by a monstrous baritone guitar hook and a no-rules approach that channels the raw chemistry of a rehearsal tape. Equal parts N.E.R.D. swagger and noise-punk grit, “Dinosaur” feels like it was beamed in from a garage on another planet — one where bass rules, weird is sacred, and energy trumps polish every time.
By Chris Adams7 months ago in Beat
Canada/US Folk and Bluegrass Collective Sourwood Experiment with Perspective and Precision in Electrifying New Single
Following their debut release “On the Road,” progressive bluegrass collective Sourwood returns with “Wrong Carolina,” a rhythmically complex and narratively playful second single that blurs the lines between heartbreak and highway maps. The track explores the chaos of mistaken direction—both geographically and emotionally—fueled by one of the band’s most memorable musical arrangements to date.
By Chris Adams7 months ago in Beat
Paige O Confronts Absence and Memory on Haunting Indie-Folk Single “Scarecrow Village”
LISTEN TO “SCARECROW VILLAGE” HERE With a poet’s soul and a songwriter’s ear, Paige O returns with “Scarecrow Village,” a tender indie-folk single inspired by a real place in Japan filled with life-sized scarecrows meant to represent villagers who had either passed away or moved on. At once eerie and achingly beautiful, the song becomes a metaphor for absence, memory, and longing.
By Chris Adams7 months ago in Beat
Soul/Jazz Artist Joshua Gellman Releases Radiant, Groove-Driven Album Speak To My Dreams
Nanaimo, BC-based multi-instrumentalist and composer Joshua Gellman shares his joyfully eclectic new full-length album Speak To My Dreams, led by the heartfelt and horn-laced opener “Walkin’.” The album is a vibrant showcase of Gellman’s diverse musical roots – spanning soul, R&B, jazz, Latin, and more – and is grounded in the clarity of a singular artistic voice. Overflowing with warmth, groove, and emotional honesty, Speak To My Dreams is a celebration of connection, evolution, and the spirit of collaboration.
By Chris Adams7 months ago in Beat
The Dirty Nil Fire Back at the Music Industry on Blistering New Single
Hamilton, Ontario’s The Dirty Nil return with fists swinging on their explosive new single, “Rock N’ Roll Band,” the latest from their forthcoming fifth studio album, The Lash, out July 25th via Dine Alone Records. Following the chaos of their explosive lead single, “Gallop of the Hounds,” and the dreamy introspection of “Spider Dream,” this one pulls no punches – it’s a snarling, full-volume gut check for every wide-eyed hopeful with rockstar dreams.
By Chris Adams7 months ago in Beat
Chorus of Courage and Mèr Confront the Emotional Toll of Narcissistic Abuse
Chorus of Courage and singer-songwriters Mèr (Cindy Doire and Sarah Burton) unveil “Let’s Fight,” a powerful new single that confronts the emotional trauma of narcissistic abuse and the difficult journey toward self-liberation. With unflinching honesty and a calm, cinematic soundscape, the track captures the moment of finally breaking free from manipulation, gaslighting, and cycles of harm — and the quiet strength it takes to say “I’m done.”
By Chris Adams7 months ago in Beat
Introducing Raymnd: A Psychedelic Dream from Minneapolis
A new voice has emerged from Minneapolis—one that blends the past and the future in a haze of color, emotion, and sound. Meet Raymnd, a genre-defying artist whose debut album, RAYMND!, introduces him with remarkable clarity and ambition.
By mysoundMusic7 months ago in Beat
Sinnamon XO Makes a Fierce First Impression with “KISS KISS”
Every artist has a starting point, and for Sinnamon XO, that moment is right now. The South Carolina-born singer-songwriter has officially entered the scene with her debut single, KISS KISS (You’re Gonna Miss Me), and it’s exactly the kind of release that turns heads — bold, catchy, and full of pop-rock fire.
By mysoundMusic7 months ago in Beat
William May’s "Blaze Without Burning" Comes Alive in Sound
Poet William May is expanding the creative universe of his debut chapbook, Blaze Without Burning (Finishing Line Press), with the release of a deeply resonant and personal audio companion—a 25-track collection of original compositions crafted by acclaimed artists Denise Marsa and Paul A. Harvey. The project, set for release on Friday, June 13, 2025, across all major streaming platforms via KeyMedia Group, offers a wholly immersive experience for poetry lovers and music enthusiasts alike.
By Chris Adams7 months ago in Beat
