For those who have never heard of Ugly Mothers, who are they and what is their musicabout?Fuzzy spaghetti western tunes about weird stories. What has been the most rewarding/ most enjoyable highlight of your career so far? Couldn’t tell ya. For real. I’m trying to think – and or real – couldn’t tell ya. What…
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Soul inducing songstress noelle returns with autumnal anthem, the aptly named, ‘Seasons Change’
Following the release of critically acclaimed singles, ‘Therapy’ and ‘Forever Yours’, Toronto’s rising alternative, jazz-fused pop artist, noelle unveils her third single, ‘Seasons Change’. Once again, noelle impresses, delivering emotion-driven songwriting and angelic vocals over a distinctly noelle-style jazz piano and almost-acoustic instrumentation. The simplicity of the composition and the honest, vulnerability of its lyrics…
Safiyyah gets intimate with new single ‘Let You In’
23-year-old Safiyyah pulls back the layers with single ‘Let You In’ highlighting a new level of intimacy shown from the young singer/songwriter as she bares all. Oozing with vulnerability, and contrastingly combined with afrobeat elements, ‘Let You In’ is soft yet gently fiery. Marking the first single from her upcoming EP look out for a…
On the Record: L’aupaire
For those who have never heard of L’aupaire, who is he and what is his music about? I’m a singer-songwriter and producer from Berlin. I have been playing shows and releasing music since 2014. I love folk, blues, rock’n’roll and country. What can you tell us about your new single ‘Lisbon‘? Lisbon is essentially a…
QUOTE CLUB: Lexxicon is feeling the love in his latest Afro-Dancehall banger, ‘Power Over Me’
Rising star Lexxicon blends Dancehall with African music influences,creating a unique, hybrid sound which he dubs Afro-Dancehall. ‘Power Over Me’ is the newest single from Lexxicon’s catalogue of genre-bending tunes, and the first in a run of singles leading to the release of the Tropicon Islands album
Introducing Cheesmore and his new single ‘Suffocating’
Irish artist and producer Cheesmore has returned with his first single of the year ‘Suffocating’. Back with his signature sound, ‘Suffocating’ is overflowing with chilled, laid back and expertly curated soundscapes. Cheesmore continues to feature elements of hip-hop, electronic & alt pop in his songwriting but ‘Suffocating’ sees the singer taking a slightly different route…
‘Forever Yours’ the softly charming new single from noelle
Wax Records/Universal Canada signee noelle reveals her highly-anticipated second single, ‘ Forever Yours’, offering fans a different and more tender side of herself. A smooth blend of pop, R&B and jazz, ‘Forever Yours’ oozes soft sensuality whilst noelle’s gentle, soul-filled vocals glide effortlessly over shimmering synth lines and muted percussion as she sings of the…
LAUNCHPAD: Hip-hop collective, STAYOUTLATE put Toronto on the map with the release of their debut album, FABERGÉ
Hot on the heels of their last magnetic music video release for ‘LAVISH’, Toronto alternative hip-hop collective STAYOUTLATE make a welcomed return with their incredible debut album, FABERGÉ, featuring the lead single ‘Bodmon Vibe’.
On the Record: Newcomer LOR talks her debut single, ‘Used To’, inspiration & future ambitions
Based in Toronto, LOR turned to music and songwriting as means of catharsis, finding that a healthy, creative outlet helped her overcome and understand difficult and emotional situations. LOR is no stranger to tough times but her music champions those who triumph over adversity and choose vulnerability over violence. Confident, resilient and versatile, LOR is…
Introducing pop-R&B newcomer Alana Sukul
‘Be Friends’ is Alana Sukul’s fresh start in the music industry.
