MoZaic's "Love Undeniable" Leads Stirring Social Commentary in New ‘Undeniable’ EP, Redefining Boundaries with Liberating Soundscapes

Thu Feb 29, 2024

MoZaics 3-track Undeniable EPpacks stirring social commentary while holding the listener close. The EP is led by her “Love Undeniable”single, which playfully challenges social norms around sex and gender. The track includes upbeat instrumentals and polished backup vocals that offer an appealing listener experience. Audiences will be both startled, and comforted. Check it out YouTube here:

Lisa Richard Releases Loving Gordon Lightfoot Tribute With “If You Could Read My Mind” Cover

Thu Feb 29, 2024

It isn’t always a wise move to cover an all-time classic. But if you want to know you’ve done it justice, there are certain signs you can watch for. Like looking out into the audience and seeing everybody on their feet.

That’s the reaction Canadian folk-country troubadour Lisa Richard received after she had performed a heartfelt rendition of Gordon Lightfoot’s “If You Could Read My Mind” to a crowd of 4,000 at the 2023 Stan Rogers Folk Festival.

“It was a moment I’ll never forget,” Richard says. “I was surrounded by not only a beautiful crowd but other incredible musicians with whom I shared the stage. I could see tears in the eyes of the audience members in the front rows, as well as my peers on stage.

“You could hear a pin drop during the song, but what followed was an eruption of cheers and standing ovations from the thousands of people in the crowd. I was truly so touched by the positive and emotional response that I decided to make it official.”

Toronto's Multi-Talented Harriet Chung Lights Up the Music Scene with Upbeat Single “Dawn Till Dusk”

Thu Feb 29, 2024

Pop artist Harriet Chung is no stranger to the spotlight and the release of her latest single “Dawn Till Dusk” only comes as another one of her many creative accomplishments. Check it out on YouTube here:

While Chung spent her childhood singing, dancing, and playing the piano, her time in the spotlight came when she was cast in a Toronto production of The Phantom of the Opera. The Toronto-based multi-faceted artist went on to receive several artistic accolades to the likes of receiving Outstanding Actress awards for the internationally acclaimed musical film Golden Lotus and performing in the most successful show in German history, Cats.

Mesa Musician Defies Odds: Gene Moran, the Rebel Americana Singer/Songwriter, Shares the Heartfelt Story Behind “Dead Man's Guitar”

Thu Feb 29, 2024

Mesa, AZ-based Gene Moran, the “musician who shouldn’t be a musician,” is establishing himself as the modern rebel Americana singer/songwriter with his newest song, “Dead Man’s Guitar.” Check it out on YouTube here:

“Dead Man’s Guitar” tells the true story of the first guitar Moran ever owned, which he received when his uncle Andy Arias passed away. Moran describes his uncle as the “best guitarist in Yuma AZ,” and credits his lifelong love of the instrument to the time they spent working on guitar together. Today, Moran finds his sound somewhere between the Hank Williams school of lonesome, the more experimental landscape of alt-rock, grunge and fuzz, with a sprinkle of unmistakably Arizonan desert rock. Though he’s now a seasoned live music professional, many may find it hard to believe that Moran once struggled with stage fright!

Golden Years: Dublin's Alt. Rocker Conor Furlong’s New Comp Takes Stock Of All Our Yesterdays

Thu Feb 29, 2024

“There’s no rule that says you can’t issue a career retrospective after only four years—especially when it isn’t just your own past you’re looking back on. With his new compilation, 2019-2023, Dublin singer-songwriter Conor Furlong recaps his achievements not only as an artist in his own right, but as a curator of our shared musical memories.

 The 22-song collection is a crash course in Furlong’s expert command of styles ranging from grunge-infused rock to spaced-out ambient pop. And its release is being heralded by a double-A-sided single that brings together two of the best examples of his ability to pay homage while honing a sound that’s uniquely his own. On one side is “Teenage Fantasies,” the first single from his 2021 album, Recurring Dream; on the other is “Alien,” the spotlight track to 2019’s Rapid Eye Movement. Both songs share a grand flair for heart-rending emotion, with Furlong’s reverberating voice floating soft syllables above arrangements dripping with lush yet unforced majesty.

High Fidelity: Belfast’s Unquiet Nights Back Up Their Promises On Latest Single "Diamond And The Missing Son"

Fri Feb 23, 2024

Let other groups hamstring themselves with irony and self-conscious cynicism. Belfast’s Unquiet Nights are going all-in on sincerity with “Diamond and the Missing Son,” the fervently rocking spotlight track from their just-released third studio album, Seasons in Exile. Check it out on YouTube here:

You can’t get more direct than singer/guitarist/songwriter Luke Mathers as his blessedly unaffected voice emits an anthem of solidarity that feels as earnest as a pinky swear:

You are the only thing that keeps me hanging on
And on and on
There’s nothing else could ever come between us

‘Cause we are
The diamond and the missing son

Toronto's Teen Prodigy Sydney <3 Sparks Musical Revolution with K-Pop Elegance In 'Picture Perfect'

Fri Feb 23, 2024

16-year-old budding pop sensation Sydney <3 is ready to introduce herself to the world with electric feel-good anthem “Picture Perfect.” Hailing from Toronto, Ontario, the artist is known for a unique sound that adeptly blends the soaring synths of Billboard Hot 100 chart-toppers with Korean pop music, bridging the sonic gap between Taylor Swift and MAMAMOO.

Collaborating with 5x Grammy Award Winner Orlando Calzada (known for his work with Lady Gaga, One Direction, and Destiny’s Child), and produced by Adam Hurstfield, Sydney <3 recorded “Picture Perfect,” her first ever single, in both English and Korean, with the latter translation of the song was done by noteworthy names in the K-Pop world: Seung-Hyun Kim (MC the Max, Lee Eun Mee) and Kang Minseo (BASTIONS, JTBC Girls on Fire).

The track is a certified pop earworm tied together by a heartfelt message that’s sure to resonate with young audiences: the mental fallout from unrealistic societal expectations brought forth by social media — and what we can do to move forward despite.

Canadian Pop Sensation SunnyStone Releases 'MEMORY': A Melodic Journey of Nostalgia and Reflection

Fri Feb 23, 2024

Music can shape lives through the simple thought of it. That is how the pop singer SunnyStone, a new voice in Canada, lives life. From the peaceful village of Kondapi, nestled in the heart of Andhra Pradesh, India, SunnyStone's musical journey takes flight.

From modest origins, SunnyStone's journey from a small-town enthusiast to a blossoming musical talent in Canada is truly remarkable. At just 14 years old, SunnyStone unearthed his musical gift while singing in the corridors of PPS, his school in Andhra Pradesh.

Though met with opposition from his family, he remained determined, finding encouragement and support from teachers who helped him develop his musical abilities.

Despite trying to focus on another career, he found himself thinking about life and listening to "Do or Die - Remix by Thirty Seconds to Mars & Afrojack" and suddenly decided that was the moment to change his life. "I need to become a Pop singer and I want to move to any English-speaking country so I can do that", he mentions.

Singer-Songwriter The M.A.S. Project Drops Powerful New Single "Scared Fearless"

Fri Feb 23, 2024

Calgary, Alberta-born, Toronto, ON-based singer-songwriter and pianist, Michael Anthony Sawers, solo artist of The M.A.S. Project, has released his latest single, “Scared Fearless”. Check it out on YouTube here:

This powerful and emotionally charged new song explores Sawers’ journey. Filled with heartfelt lyrics and dynamic melodies, it serves as a moving portrayal of overcoming his struggles with OCD and his therapeutic process.

“Scared Fearless is a song I wrote about going through something very difficult - therapy!” says Sawers. “I have OCD, so this is a song about facing these OCD fears head-on until my brain is so desensitized to them that I’ve been scared into feeling fearless about them.”

Magic Number: Naughty Calvyn Cass Preaches The Power Of Three On “Ménage À Trois”

Fri Feb 23, 2024

The annals of pop and R&B aren’t exactly lacking in heavy-breathing come-ons. But never let it be said that Vancouver soul-barer Calvyn Cass does things the old-fashioned way. His new single, “Ménage à Trois,” is a literal banger of the sort that have been making folks do the deed since time immemorial. It’s just that this time, there happen to be three of them. Check it out on YouTube here:

 “So what are you cravin’?” Cass lustfully inquires, on behalf of himself and a partner who’s equally hot to trot with an alluring stranger. “We got a room waitin’/ Let’s take a bae-cation.

The gauntlet duly thrown, our clever little Lothario makes the picture even clearer with some basic math:
So tell me what it’s gonna be
You plus us adds up to three

Iconic Band Arcana Kings Latest Release “Kinstino”

Fri Feb 23, 2024

With a sound that guarantees to make you move, Arcana Kings are a fantastic blend of arena rock anthems and an offering of killer guitar tracks.

Formed in 2016, the band has developed a strong following globally with hard rock listeners.

AK's not-so-secret weapon, the bagpipes, sets the band apart and uses the pipes to extend the band's sound without making it the focal point. Just imagine your favorite hard rock jams kickin' an East Coast kitchen party!

In 2019, the band's single 'Here We Go' quickly became a sports anthem with teams with the CFL, NHL, and NFL officially using the song to pump up the crowd.

March 2023 saw the band celebrate their 100th Las Vegas residency performance! The AK have been a favorite attraction at Las Vegas Fremont Street since their first 10-show run in 2015.

In May 2023 the Arcana Kings released the single 'Soldier On', written by AK and five Canadian Forces

members detailing the triumphs and tragedies of military service and benefits the SoldierOn program.

Check out the latest release “Kinstino” on YouTube here:

VILI V Releases New Album “In Daddy’s Arms Again” featuring the single 'Constellation High'

Fri Feb 16, 2024

With a blend of soulful roots rock and singer-songwriter genres, Vili V has masterfully crafted his inspiring new album “In Daddy’s Arms Again”. The collection of songs echoes with themes of resilience, hope, and unwavering spirit. His soul-stirring music serves as a beacon of light, reminding listeners to never give up, even in the face of adversity. The album highlights Vili's personal journey through moments of rejection, illness, and setbacks. With these life experiences, his mission is to bring healing and comfort through the power of music.

Orange You Glad To Be Here? Minneapolis’ The Orange Goodness Get The Show Started On New Single “Pitter Patter”

Fri Feb 16, 2024

Even at a time when the questionable economics of recording are making musicians renew their commitment to playing live, a trio of studio aces are the last bunch you’d expect to pen a salute to the in-concert experience. But groove-obsessed Minneapolis alt/indie outfit The Orange Goodness haven’t just dedicated their new single, “Pitter Patter,” to “all the live performers of the world”; they’ve imbued every note and drumstroke with the invigorating immediacy of the best gigs you’ve ever been to.

Check it out on YouTube here:

 Are you coming to us ringside? the infectious rallying cry demands.

Belly up here on the inside
Are you coming for the big show?
We’ll lay it out and feel the wind blow

Pitter patter

Her Own Best “Friend”: Flying Solo At Last, OUDi Is More Together When She’s Alone

Fri Feb 16, 2024

Sometimes your most rewarding relationship is the one you have with yourself. Over the course of a career that’s taken her from Canada to Nashville—and from the alt-pop/industrial world to the country arena and back again—the phenomenon known as OUDi has learned that lesson all too well. And she’s sharing it on “My Old Friend,” an irresistible high-drama ballad that marks her debut as a solo artist after years of sharing the spotlight. Check it out on YouTube here:

 Built on a plaintive instrumental melody and a mesmerizing clockwork rhythm, the song carries the emotional weight of a conversation you have in the mirror when there’s no one left around to hoodwink. OUDi’s compelling vocal starts off at a seductive purr as she confronts an inner solitude, she might not exactly welcome, but knows she can always count on:

Acclaimed Vocalist Lizz Wright Releases Career-Defining Studio Album “Shadow”

Fri Feb 16, 2024

Renowned vocalist and songwriter Lizz Wright sings a soaring reflection of the cultural fabric of America. She lies beneath the script of history, transcending social divides with an offer of love and deep sense of humanity. Her music accepts the beauty of reality and creates a collective experience of belonging for the listener. Wright’s songs embody a tradition that allows us to always feel at home.

Wright culls inspiration from her Southern upbringing in Georgia where she was the musical director of a small church in which her father was the pastor. The call and response singing with the church congregation was her first brush with music. Soon she would traverse the Great American Songbook on her path to becoming a beloved international treasure.

From Britain's Got Talent To Flato Markham Theatre: Electrifying Illusionist DARCY OAKE Is A Must-See

Fri Feb 16, 2024

“...We are witnessing the birth of a star” – SIMON COWELL

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Over 200 million viewers tuned in to Britain’s Got Talent to witness the birth of a phenomenon: the unveiling of an electrifying illusionist, Darcy Oake. From sleight-of-hand to death-defying escapades, this master magician ushered in an exciting new era of an age-old art form, perfect for family audiences! Darcy puts a fresh, young, and exciting twist on the profession to the delight of all ages worldwide.

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2x JUNO Award Winner Andy Milne Chronicles His Lifelong Efforts To Uncover His Birth Family History In New Album "Time Will Tell"

Fri Feb 16, 2024

Time Will Tell chronicles Andy Milne lifelong efforts to uncover his birth family history. Adopted as an infant, his efforts to connect with his birth family proved fruitless – until 2018, when the gift of an Ancestry.com DNA test from his wife, singer La Tanya Hall, changed everything.

A DNA match led him to his first cousin, Marc, with whom he discovered he shared a mutual friend. Ironically, just as world events collided with the COVID-19 lockdowns, the profound mysteries of his biological family began to rapidly reveal themselves.

“In 2022, my voyage eventually received an unimaginable upgrade when I finally met my birth mother,” he recounts. “This recording reflects part of my expedition navigating the mixed emotions associated with this identity paradox. How we move through life, and the lives we will touch, is unknown to us, despite our best efforts to chart a path.”

While he says the new album shouldn’t be taken as a pound-for-pound musical account of these experiences, the journey inspired and informed his process.

It’s Time To Testify For Alicia Witt With Single ‘Witness”; Announces North American Tour

Fri Feb 16, 2024

March 20, 2024: PROMO DAY, Toronto, ON
March 21, 2024: Hugh's Room, Toronto, ON
March 22, 2024: The Ark, Ann Arbor, MI
June 8, 2024: City Winery, Boston, MA
June 29, 2024: The Triple Door, Seattle, WA

If you show up for Alicia Witt, she’ll show up for you. And she proves it with stirring sincerity on “Witness,” a musical pledge of allegiance that also happens to be as immaculate a piece of pop balladry as you’ll hear this decade.

Listen on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/album/3jDynqZxfbUxFkwzqo9Zk4

The song finds Witt in a grateful mood, offering thanks to somebody who’s stood by her through thick and thin and declaring that the feeling is wholly mutual. The track’s stately, processional rhythm nudges the exquisitely precise piano and guitar along as Witt’s supple voice proposes a never-ending pact, criss-cross style:

Terry Gomes Releases Eeza Gomes

Sat Feb 10, 2024

Terry Gomes completed a music degree at the University of Ottawa, studying classical guitar and composition. He taught guitar for many years, played in several bands, and performed in a flute/classical guitar duo. Later on, he released three self-penned albums in singer-songwriter/pop/folk-rock genres.

Terry GomesIn 2013, his album SHH marked a shift into guitar-based instrumental music. His following releases, THE SAND IN MY SHOES, BLUE. GREEN. AQUAMARINE., and THE TROPICAL DREAM, found him moving much closer to home. “Growing up in a Guyanese family, I was exposed to a lot of music from the Caribbean, South America and Latin America.”Since these projects he has released several singles; the infectious, “RUMJARO 360”, “ELEGY” (solo piano) and “STEEN’S REVERIE” (jazz) which received a lot of airplay on JazzFM91. His last outing in September of 2023 was an animated work featuring an unusual rock/western soundtrack called, “DARK RIDERS.”