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The Beaches Deliver a Queer Rock Heartbreak Anthem That Cuts Deep with Did I Say Too Much?
track 2 From the upcoming album No Hard Feelings Releasing August 29, 2025

Alyssa Crocker
5 days ago3 min read
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A Heartfelt Tribute: Andre Pettipas’ “Gypsophila” is a Powerful Journey of Grief and Growth
Earlier this week, I attended the East Coast Music Awards (ECMAs) in St. John’s and discovered a band I hadn’t heard of before: Andre...

Alyssa Crocker
May 133 min read
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WELCOME TO THE A6 ERA: LIGHTS BLAZES A NEW TRAIL WITH HER MOST FEARLESS ALBUM YET
Lights has been a cornerstone of the Canadian music scene for allmost 15 years . Whether you were blasting " Drive My Soul " in your...

Alyssa Crocker
May 34 min read
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Kasador I – A Bold New Era from a Band Who Knows Exactly Who They Are
I still remember stumbling across Kasador on TikTok, not realizing I was about to fall down a rabbit hole of infectious riffs, emotional...

Alyssa Crocker
Apr 73 min read
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Shawn Desman and Jamie Fine’s BODY is the Summer 2025 Anthem We Didn’t Know We Needed
Shawn Desman has teamed up with Jamie Fine, and together they have created a track that’s sure to be on repeat all summer long

Alyssa Crocker
Mar 213 min read
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Will I Ever Learn by Ash Molloy: A Bold Anthem for Change That Hits Hard
As a music blogger based in Newfoundland, I’m always excited when an artist from my home province catches my attention—and Ash Molloy has...

Alyssa Crocker
Mar 162 min read
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WE ARE BACK: Arkells Rally Returns to Hamilton in 2025!
For the past few days, Arkells have been teasing us on social media, leaving everyone wondering: is the Arkells Rally happening this...

Alyssa Crocker
Mar 143 min read
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Hotel Mira Throws a “Pity Party” You’ll Actually Want to Attend
The confetti is flying, the lights are dim, and the existential dread is served with a side of distortion—Hotel Mira is back, and they’ve...

Alyssa Crocker
Mar 145 min read
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Cut It” by Kasador: A Coming-of-Age Anthem for the Bold
If there’s one thing I’ve come to expect from Kasador, it’s that they never disappoint. Ever since I stumbled across their music on...

Alyssa Crocker
Jan 241 min read
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Hotel Mira’s Raw Anthem of Self-Realization from Their Upcoming Pitty Party Album
It’s Progress, But Is It Forward?

Alyssa Crocker
Jan 174 min read
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"If Everything Is Golden, Then What Is There to Hold On?" – Kasador’s “Golden” – A Reflection on Fame, Identity, and What Really Matters
Kasador, the Canadian indie rock/pop trio hailing from Kingston, Ontario, has been making waves with their infectious blend of catchy...

Alyssa Crocker
Dec 21, 20243 min read
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Our Lady Peace Celebrates 30 Years with OLP 30 Vol. 2: A Look Back and Ahead
As one of Canada’s most enduring rock bands, Our Lady Peace has spent the last 30 years delivering music that resonates deeply with their...

Alyssa Crocker
Nov 16, 20244 min read
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Delta Sweet’s “Outta Money, Outta Mind” — A Relatable Country Anthem for the Restless Heart
Delta Sweet, the musical atlas’s led by Patrick Kordyback, is back with a new single, Outta Money, Outta Mind , and it’s a track that’s...

Alyssa Crocker
Nov 9, 20243 min read
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MICO’s Internet Hometown Hero - A Soundtrack for the New Era
Toronto-based pop singer MICO is back with a bold new project that marks a significant evolution in his sound and artistry. Internet...

Alyssa Crocker
Oct 25, 20243 min read
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A New Chapter in Scott Hellman’s Musical Odyssey: A Review of Augusta 10
Scott Hellman’s Augusta 10 marks a poignant chapter in his musical journey, showcasing the re-recorded and reimagined versions of songs...

Alyssa Crocker
Oct 14, 20241 min read
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Teenage Dreaming: Fakeshark’s Take on Wheatus’ Classic “Teenage Dirtbag
If you’re like me and grew up in the early 2000s, ( I’m a 02 baby to be exact ) there’s a high chance that Wheatus’ “Teenage Dirtbag”...

Alyssa Crocker
Oct 12, 20243 min read
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Haven: Marianas Trench Returns with a Cinematic Masterpiece Worth the Five-Year Wait
MT6 is officially here! After what feels like an eternity, Marianas Trench has finally released their sixth studio album, "Haven." This...

Alyssa Crocker
Aug 30, 20245 min read
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Double the Impact: Haviah Mighty Amplifies the Vibes with ‘Double the Fun
If you haven’t heard of Haviah Mighty yet, you’re seriously missing out. Hailing from Brampton, Ontario, this Canadian rapper has been...

Alyssa Crocker
Aug 23, 20243 min read
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Marianas Trench Announces Long-Awaited 6th Album “Haven” – A New Era Begins
After a long, five-year wait since their last album In 2019 Marianas Trench has officially announced the release of their highly...

Alyssa Crocker
Jul 26, 20243 min read
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Navigating Fame and Identity with Hotel Mira’s “The View From the Barstool
Hotel Mira, composed of Charlie Kerr, Clark Grieve, Mike Noble, and Cole George, returns with their introspective single “The View From...

Alyssa Crocker
Jul 16, 20242 min read
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