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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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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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The Beaches Close Out the Party and Kick Off a New Era with “Last Girls At The Party
Fresh off their Juno win for Group of the Year, The Beaches are keeping the momentum going with the announcement of a brand-new album!...

Alyssa Crocker
Apr 23 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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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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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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Geordie Kieffer’s “Jesus Van” – a Wild ride through rebellion
It’s that time again, folks—time to dive into another absolute banger from the one and only Geordie Kieffer! I always get a rush of...

Alyssa Crocker
Sep 10, 20243 min read
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Geordie Kieffer Ignites the Summer with ‘Lit Cig
If you haven’t yet or heard of Geordie Kieffer, let this be your introduction to the Agro Pop God. His latest track, “Lit Cig,” is an...

Alyssa Crocker
Jul 24, 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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Nostalgic Vibes and Summertime Bliss: Elijah Woods’ “2 Thousand 10
As the summer sun casts its golden glow, there’s no better time to dive into a track that perfectly encapsulates the essence of youthful...

Alyssa Crocker
Jul 14, 20242 min read
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Marianas Trench releases 'I'm Not Getting Better': A Glimpse into the MT6 Era
In the midst of Marianas Trench's electrifying new era, marked by a forthcoming tour and a tantalizing lineup of singles like 'A Normal...

Alyssa Crocker
Jul 12, 20242 min read
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Never Fall in Love Again” by Shawn Desman: A Melodic Ode to Eternal Love
Have you ever had that childhood crush that you swore would be your forever love? You know, the kind you’d proudly tell your friends...

Alyssa Crocker
Jul 9, 20243 min read
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Walk This World with Me by The Home Team: A Soaring Anthem of Emotional Depth
Seattle-based rock band The Home Team has been steadily building anticipation for their upcoming full-length album, The Crucible Of Life,...

Alyssa Crocker
Jun 30, 20243 min read
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Big Feelings: Arkells Shake Things Up with Their Energetic Anthem
Arkells have just unleashed their latest anthem, “Big Feelings,” and it’s a rollercoaster of energy that’ll have you hitting the replay...

Alyssa Crocker
Jun 5, 20242 min read
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"Lightning and Thunder Strikes Again: Marianas Trench Returns with Electrifying New Single! and What to Expect from Their Upcoming Album"
As the Canadian pop-rock scene embraces nostalgia, Marianas Trench has returned with their electrifying new single, "Lightning and...

Alyssa Crocker
May 24, 20242 min read
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Unveiling the Rebellious Soul: Geordie Kieffer's "Bad Boy
Los Angeles is a city renowned for birthing musical mavericks, and Geordie Kieffer emerges from its vibrant scene with an electrifying...

Alyssa Crocker
May 14, 20242 min read
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Unveiling a New Era: Marianas Trench is officially back with an Electrifying opening Single from their upcoming 6th album
After the electrifying release of ‘Phantoms’ in March 2019, Mariana’s Trench is back, and they’re not just back; they’re better than ever!...

Alyssa Crocker
May 11, 20243 min read
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