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Indie music features a sampling of maverick musicians that favor the DIY approach to music making.
Divorce - Drive to Goldenhammer - Album Review
I've been planning to review more music since the reviews I posted of Franz Ferdinand's The Human Fear and Mogwai's The Bad Fire. I loved the new album from Squid called Cowards—it's odd, and dark in context but with really interesting bright-sounding noises and strange lyrics. Very proggy too. I also love the new Japanese Breakfast album and the new Courting album. For today's review though, I wanted to talk about Divorce's debut album Drive to Goldenhammer.
By Paul Stewart10 months ago in Beat
Willem James Cowan Explores Regret and Reflection with New Single Jam Jar
LISTEN IN HERE Willem James Cowan returns with his powerful new single, "Jam Jar," a raw and introspective track that delves into themes of self-reflection, emotional missteps, and the mental loops that follow. Wrapped in a striking folk-rock sound, the song captures the feeling of being stuck in spiraling thoughts, overwhelmed by guilt and regret.
By Chris Adams10 months ago in Beat
Jesse Roper Embraces Uncertainty and Chasing the Unattainable in New Single "Danger"
Victoria-based musician Jesse Roper steps back into the spotlight with his powerful new single "Danger," a high-octane rock track that dives into the thrill of attraction and the magnetic pull of something just out of reach. Set against the picturesque shores of Hanalei Bay in Kaua’i, Hawaii, the song radiates a sunlit energy that channels the freedom and excitement of a summer romance. Blending lively rock rhythms with a hint of introspection, "Danger" captures both the exhilaration and hesitation that often accompany infatuation.
By Chris Adams10 months ago in Beat
Stonehocker Confronts Inner Demons with New Album Hello Mr. Hyde
Alternative rock artist Stonehocker unveils his powerful new single, "Hello Mr. Hyde," the striking introduction to his latest album of the same name. The track presents an unflinching look at addiction, using the infamous character of Mr. Hyde as a metaphor for the personal demons that lurk within us all. With raw honesty, Stonehocker’s music invites listeners to reflect on their own struggles and the difficult path to self-acceptance.
By Chris Adams10 months ago in Beat
Nelson Sobral Captures Life's Wild Ride with New Album três!
Listen to três! in full featuring “Must’ve Done Something Right” HERE Toronto-based rock & roll troubadour Nelson Sobral is back with his latest album, três!, featuring the standout single "Must've Done Something Right." With its blues rock edge and soulful Americana spirit, the track dives headfirst into themes of living on the edge, taking risks, and somehow landing on your feet. Packed with sharp wit and a groove that won’t quit, "Must've Done Something Right" delivers Sobral's reflections on life’s unpredictable journey with his signature charm and swagger.
By Chris Adams10 months ago in Beat
Upcoming Artist, Androtta Drops Single at Midnight March 21, 2025!. Top Story - March 2025. Content Warning.
I met Janeilla Burns over five years ago, back when I was just a stylist in a local salon—juggling motherhood, studying writing, and pursuing creative dreams on the side. She walked in like a real-life Disney princess—Filipina, radiant, and effortlessly magnetic.
By L.K. Rolan10 months ago in Beat
The Truth of Who We Are. Runner-Up in Harmonic Verses Challenge.
Hundreds of years, we endured their fears; magistrates, citizens, royalty alike doomed us right from the start. They watched us through the lustrous years; they wouldn’t forgive and forget. Heretics and demons, our very lives they must forbid. Our special teas and willow trees cleared our minds and hearts. We tried to reason, they claimed it treason, and called it all the dark arts.
By Barb Dukeman10 months ago in Beat
Ash Molloy Calls Out Systemic Injustice on Her Most Fearless Single Yet
Listen in here: https://open.spotify.com/track/4p46OACIgjhEeCaTUe1aai?go=1&nd=1&dlsi=1d36725d14214ed4 Rising alt-rock powerhouse Ash Molloy returns with her most fearless and evocative single to date. Her new release, “will I ever learn?” is now available via Wax Records and is a raw, emotionally charged anthem that tackles the perpetual cycle of injustice faced by women. With this track, Molloy solidifies her place as one of Canada’s most unflinching voices in the alternative music scene. The song is a reflection of her ability to blend personal vulnerability with biting, unapologetic lyrics, channeling the spirit of ‘90s alt-rock icons like Fiona Apple and Alanis Morissette.
By Chris Adams10 months ago in Beat
Slightest Clue Unleashes Dark, Frenetic Energy with New Single “Car Crash Dialect”
Post-punk collides with prog-rock in Slightest Clue’s latest single, “Car Crash Dialect”—a searing, high-energy track that blends intense, jagged riffs with emotional storytelling. The song’s unpredictable song structures and raw power provide a chaotic, yet compelling experience, channeling the dark, confrontational energy of a person at a breaking point. With its explosive moments and unrelenting momentum, "Car Crash Dialect" embodies a turning point of self-liberation—a rallying cry for those reclaiming control in the face of adversity.
By Chris Adams10 months ago in Beat
