COLDPLAY announce 2025 NORTH AMERICA SHOWS
Coldplay have announced 10 new North America dates for May, June and July 2025 as part of their record-breaking Music Of The Spheres World Tour… Read More
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AWARDS // Folk Music Ontario 2024 Award Winners
Folk Music Ontario is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Ontario Folk Music Awards. The Ontario Folk Music Awards took place at Mississauga, … Read More
Exclusive INTERVIEW with Texas band THE DISAPPEARING ACT
It is, perhaps, fitting that Texas indie-rock band The Disappearing Act has named its most recent album “An Illusion.” Now you see them, now you … Read More
PHOTOS // THE NATIONAL and THE WAR ON DRUGS in Vancouver
Photos by Sharon Steele – The National is an American rock band from Cincinnati, Ohio, formed in Brooklyn, New York City, … Read More
Australian guitarist HAMISH ANDERSON soulful “Brighter Days” – latest single from album ‘Electric’
Australian guitarist, singer/songwriter, and producer Hamish Anderson releases the soulful single “Brighter Days,” today! “Overall I hope ‘Brighter Days’ is a song that gives whoever’s … Read More
SAMANTHA FISH Shares Screamin’ Jay Hawkins Classic “I Put A Spell On You”
Samantha Fish, the genre-defying blues-rock powerhouse, has released her electrifying rendition of the Screamin’ Jay Hawkins classic “I Put A Spell on You.” Known for … Read More
HINDS Share Bonus Track “Bats” — U.S. Tour Starts Next Week!
Madrid-based indie duo Hinds—a.k.a Carlotta Cosials and Ana Perrote – released their utterly triumphant and highly anticipated new album VIVA HINDS a few weeks … Read More
LIZ GILLIES AND FERRY TOWNES release duet “What You’ve Done”
Liz Gillies (Dynasty, Victorious) and singer-songwriterFerry Townes (Julia Gargano) release new collaborative single “What You’ve Done” via Licorice Pizza Records… Read More
Exclusive INTERVIEW with Americana/folk artist JULIAN TAYLOR
If you are feeling the weight of daily life, its challenges and hard times, its heavy realities and the pressure we self-inflict, Julian Taylor’s new … Read More
LAUREN MAYBERRY Shares New Single “Something In The Air”
Lauren Mayberry today releases her new single “Something In The Air”, which is available to stream and download now. The song is lifted from … Read More
WAXAHATCHEE Shares New Single & Video “Much Ado About Nothing”
Waxahatchee releases a piercing new single titled “Much Ado About Nothing.” The track marks the first taste of new music from Katie Crutchfield … Read More
BASIA BULAT Announces New LP ‘Basia’s Palace’, Shares Lead Single “Baby,” North American Tour Dates
Basia Bulat today announced her new album Basia’s Palace–co-produced by frequent collaborator Mark Lawson (who worked with her on previous albums Tall Tall Shadow… Read More
PHOTOS // PUBLIC ENEMY at The Big E, New England’s Great State Fair in Western Massachusetts
Photos by David Molnar – Public Enemy, the iconic American hip-hop group formed in1985 from Long Island, New York, performed at The Big E, New … Read More
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW // Channing Krentz of Americana band LAKE & LYNDALE
With an “agree to disagree, but get out of my yard” message, Lake & Lyndale gives a cheeky nudge and wink to those folks in … Read More
PHOTOS // RUBY WATERS in Vancouver
Photos by Sharon Steele – Ruby Waters is a Canadian singer-songwriter known for her unique blend of indie, folk, blues, and alternative rock. She first … Read More
PHOTOS // Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Massey Hall in Toronto
Photos by Orest Dorosh – The Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame (CSHF) celebrated its 2024 class of inductees with an unforgettable evening at Toronto’s … Read More
PHOTOS // JELLY ROLL at the MVP Arena in Albany New York
Photos by David Molnar – Featured recently on CBS Sunday Morning and fresh from singing his emotional In Memoriam tribute during 2024 Emmy Awards, Jelly … Read More
PREMIERE // ‘Do The Wilhelm Scream’ – debut single by JSQURD & THE MIXED UP ZOMBIES
Imagine Buck Owens’ twangy guitar riffs and a Hee Haw-style backing band, but with a dash of humor. From the world of Country-Western novelty comes … Read More
SHEAL releases final single ahead of sophomore album
“There’ve been times in my life where I deferred,” says Sheilagh McNab, AKA the folk-pop singer SHEAL. “It was hard, but on this record, I … Read More
The Unforgivable Sin of Poor Lighting at Concerts: Why Bands Need to Step Up Their Game
There’s nothing quite like the electric thrill of a live concert. The energy is palpable, the music reverberates in your chest, and the crowd becomes … Read More
PREMIERE // DAYLILIES are back with a new single/video “Pétillant” is an anthemic tribute to longstanding friendships
New England’s finest post-wave quintet, The Daylilies, were formed in 2016 and feature Boston rock veterans Ad Frank (…and the Fast Easy Women… Read More
PREMIERE // Trashcan Sinatras’ JOHN DOUGLAS unveils ‘Still or Sparkling?’ video & surprise new EP
We are pleased to share the new video for ‘Still Or Sparkling?’. – the title track to the new out-of-the-blue EP released by Trashcan … Read More
SUSANNA HOFFS to Release ‘The Lost Record’ – Previously Unreleased LP from 1999
Susanna Hoffs is excited to release The Lost Record from her archives. Recorded in 1999 with a group of friends in her garage, the album … Read More
PREMIERE // The heartwarming, upbeat “Growin’ To Do” from CONOR CLEMMONS
Nashville-based Conor Clemmons is set to release his third single of 2024, “Growin’ To Do,” on Wednesday, September 25. This heartwarming, upbeat … Read More
PHOTOS // FARMAID 2024 at the Performing Arts Centre in Saratoga Springs NY
David Molnar Photos and Review – Farm Aid 2024, held this year at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, New York, was an … Read More
PHOTOS // PAUL WELLER at the Vogue Theatre in Vancouver
Photos by Sharon Steele – Paul Weller is a British singer, songwriter, and musician born on May 25, 1958, in Woking, Surrey, England. He is … Read More
PREMIERE // MICHAEL FIGUEROAs bedroom anthem ‘Love You, I Don’t’ single
Tomorrow is the last day of Summer. So we’re sending you out with the perfect bedroom anthem for unrequited summer love. This is Michael Figueroa. … Read More
KATY PERRY’S new studio album ‘143’ is available now
Katy Perry’s 143, her sixth studio album, was released today via Capitol Records. As she approached the project,Katy envisioned a bold, exuberant, celebratory dance-pop … Read More
Exclusive INTERVIEW // Americana/pop artist KYLIE FOX
Canadian singer-songwriter Kylie Fox clearly skates along the lines between musical genres, borrowing from many to create a sound that is entrancing. She paints her … Read More
POLARIS MUSIC PRIZE GALA in Toronto
Photos by Orest Dorosh – The Polaris Music Prize is an annual award given to the best full-length Canadian album, based on artistic merit, regardless … Read More
PHOTOS // THE HIVES with BAD NERVES at History in Toronto
Photos by Brad Goldstein – The Hives are a Swedish rock band formed in 1993 in Fagersta, Sweden. They are known for their energetic performances, … Read More
PHOTOS // FLETCHER in Chicago at the Aragon Ballroom
Photos by Shannon Guest – Fletcher (Cari Elise Fletcher) is an American pop singer and songwriter known for her emotional and candid approach to music. … Read More
PREMIERE // The spirit of 80s college rock lives on in CRASH HARMONY ‘Orange Background’
NYC indie rock outfit Crash Harmony presents ‘Orange Background’, a welcome earworm and a great way to start your week. The first taste … Read More
PHOTOS // ST VINCENT at Massey Hall in Toronto
Photos by Orest Dorosh – St. Vincent (Annie Clark) is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, known for her unique blend of rock, … Read More
Alt-Pop/Rock Singer-Songwriter, Actor and Enviromentalist ANNE STOTT Releases Her 3rd LP “Watershed Synapse Experience”
Alt Pop/Rock queen Anne Stott in back with a dramatic, alluring and provocative new album. When she is not performing in theater or acting in film, Stott is … Read More
PHOTOS // TOKYO POLICE CLUB with BORN RUFFIANS in Vancouver
Photos by Sharon Steele – Tokyo Police Club is a Canadian indie rock band formed in 2005 in Newmarket, Ontario. The group consists of Dave … Read More
PHOTOS // LUDACRIS at The Big E in West Springfield
Photos + Review by David Molnar – On a cool September night, underneath the stars of the open-aired Big E Arena stage, the sold-out crowd … Read More
SKYE WALLACE Announces New LP ‘The Act of Living’ Arrives Nov 1; Shares New Single ‘Dead End’
Acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Skye Wallace is back, announcing her highly anticipated new album, The Act of Living, arrives November 1, 2024 via Tiny Kingdom. Produced … Read More
PHOTOS // SPOON with A GIANT DOG at the Danforth Music Hall
Photos by Brad Goldstein – Spoon is an American rock band formed in 1993 in Austin, Texas, by vocalist/guitarist Britt Daniel and drummer Jim Eno. … Read More
PREMIERE // Sun-kissed vibes all year with ROCKERS GALORE’s debut album ‘Vamos a la Playa’
At long last, Philadelphia reggae-hip hop collective Rockers Galore is releasing their debut album ‘Vamos a la Playa’. a fresh and exhilarating blend of reggae, rock, … Read More
PHOTOS // SIERRA FERRELL at Toronto’s Massey Hall
Photos by Orest Dorosh – Sierra Ferrell is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for her eclectic blend of folk, bluegrass, country, and old-time … Read More
PHOTOS // KEHLANI at the Aragon Ballroom in Chicago
Photos by Loren Toney – Kehlani is an American singer, songwriter, and dancer born on April 24, 1995, in Oakland, California. She gained initial fame … Read More
PHOTOS // EXTREME in Vancouver at the Commodore Ballroom
Photos by Sharon Steele – Extreme is an American rock band that emerged from Malden, Massachusetts, in 1985. They are best known for their dynamic … Read More
MARGO PRICE returns with new single ‘Too Stoned To Cry’ featuring Billy Strings
Margo Price returns with new single ‘Too Stoned To Cry’ featuring vocals and guitar from her friend Billy Strings. Following the resounding reception of 2023’s … Read More
PHOTOS // CHARLY BLISS & RAFFAELLA in Toronto at Adelaide Hall
Photos by Robert Georgeff – Charly Bliss is an American indie rock band from Brooklyn, New York, formed in 2011. The group consists of lead … Read More
PHOTOS + REVIEW // WEEZER at Budweiser Stage in Toronto
Photos + Review by Brad Goldstein – Weezer’s Voyage To The Blue Planet Tour touched down at their Canadian stop in Toronto this past Sunday, … Read More