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Between us everything changes: Arkells announce new album
If you thought Arkells were done surprising us, think again. Canada’s favorite indie-rock powerhouse is gearing up to release their eleventh studio album, Between Us, on April 17th, and honestly… we’re counting down the days like kids waiting for summer camp. From the infectious first single to high-profile collaborations, this is shaping up to be one of the band’s most exciting chapters yet. The lead single, “Next Summer- which is already out today with the music video ! an

Alyssa Crocker
Feb 52 min read


Who Put These Landmines in Paradise? The Beginning of John Shambles
There’s something quietly exciting about seeing an artist you already admire step slightly to the side and try something new. Landmines is a tiny EP — just three songs — but it feels like the opening chapter of a much bigger story. This is the first taste of John Shambles, the solo project of Brett Emmons, best known as the unmistakable voice behind one of my all-time favourite Canadian rock bands, The Glorious Sons (who I was lucky enough to see live this year). Now Before a

Alyssa Crocker
Dec 22, 20254 min read


pulled by the money, caught in the groove — arkells & portugal the man team up on money
Pulled by an irresistible groove, “Money” finds Arkells and Portugal The Man balancing dance-floor energy with sharp self-reflection

Alyssa Crocker
Dec 17, 20252 min read


No hard feelings : the beaches bare it all in their most honest and electric album yet
When a band like The Beaches drops a new record, you already know it’s going to be a full-blown emotional rollercoaster wrapped in unapologetic guitar riffs, infectious hooks, and that signature sisterhood energy. Their third studio album, No Hard Feelings, released this summer, is everything fans hoped for and more — raw, reflective, witty, and wildly self-aware. This record follows their 2023 album Blame My Ex, which skyrocketed them into mainstream success thanks to the vi

Alyssa Crocker
Oct 5, 20255 min read


Heartache with a Hook: Hotel Mira’s Re: Valentine’s Day Finds Beauty in the Mess of Love
Hotel Mira’s “Re: Valentine’s Day” takes the messy, fragile moments of February 14th and dresses them up with shimmering alt-rock melodies and a surprisingly tender sense of humor. It’s a song that makes being lonely feel seen, not judged.

Alyssa Crocker
Sep 25, 20253 min read


LIGHTS Takes Us Back to School With Education
Alright, class is in session, and the professor today is LIGHTS. Her latest track, “Education”, is like that perfect lesson you didn’t...

Alyssa Crocker
Sep 19, 20252 min read


Welcome to Miami” — Shawn Desman Delivers the Summer Dance Anthem We’ve Been Waiting For
This is the kind of summer club anthem that makes you grab your friends, hit the dance floor, and lose yourself in the beat. It’s sunny, flirty, and straight-up irresistible—a track that screams summer vibes louder than the Miami sun!

Alyssa Crocker
Aug 22, 20253 min read


Cheap Dopamine Is the Pop-Rock Country Crossover You Didn’t Know You Needed
What do you get when a rock frontman and a country crooner from the East Coast join forces? Apparently, a dopamine-packed pop-rock anthem...

Alyssa Crocker
Jul 10, 20254 min read


Virginia To Vegas Opens a New Chapter with “Arizona Iced Tea
Sometimes a song feels less like something you listen to and more like something you remember—like a faded Polaroid of summer nights, a...

Alyssa Crocker
Jun 28, 20253 min read


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
May 28, 20253 min read


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 13, 20253 min read


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 3, 20254 min read


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 7, 20253 min read


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 21, 20253 min read


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 16, 20252 min read


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 14, 20253 min read


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 14, 20255 min read


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 24, 20251 min read


Hotel Mira’s Raw Anthem of Self-Realization from Their Upcoming Pitty Party Album
It’s Progress, But Is It Forward?

Alyssa Crocker
Jan 17, 20254 min read


"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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