Asthma Kids Release Abbey Road-Mixed "The People United and Strong," The Punk Rallying Cry To Tax Billionaires

Sat May 09, 2026

Asthma Kids are angry. They have always been angry. But on their ferocious new single “The People United and Strong,” that anger has been alchemised into something even more dangerous: hope. This is not a soft pivot. This is a band that has looked at billionaires hoarding the planet’s resources, looked at the boot on the neck of the working class, looked at a world on fire, and decided that the most radical thing they can do right now is demand that we stand together. “The union united and strong / the people united and strong / all the genders united and strong / the poor united and strong.” Go ahead and try to get that out of your head.

Ottawa Guitarist Terry Gomes Releases Debut Single “Tego Agogo” – A Sun-Drenched Blast Of Go-Go Satire And Vintage Groove

Fri May 01, 2026

Ottawa Guitarist Terry Gomes Releases Debut Single “Tego Agogo” – A Sun-Drenched Blast Of Go-Go Satire And Vintage Groove

The First Single From New EP ‘2 Open 3 Closed’ Marries Cha-Cha Energy, 60s Rock Spirit, and the Irresistible Absurdity of a Man Who Named a Song After Himself

Sherri Harding Releases New Single “Down in the Shoals” on Current Records

Fri May 01, 2026

Sherri Harding’s latest single is DOWN IN THE SHOALS, a swampy reflection of time spent in the iconic music mecca Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Harding is a powerful soul, blues, and R&B singer whose voice carries authority, warmth, and hard-earned truth. Her Muscle Shoals-recorded debut A Million Pieces established her as a Canadian soul artist with deep American ties, drawing comparisons to Bonnie Raitt and Susan Tedeschi. Her upcoming album Storyland (Instant Replay Music, June 5, 2026 – planned) was recorded in Ottawa and infused with Southern soul through contributions from Kelvin Holly, the Muscle Shoals Horns, and Grammy winning mixer Jimmy Nutt.

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Mandy Faye Releases Joyful New Album ‘My Friends,’ A Genre-Bending Children’s Jazz Celebration Of Community And Connection

Fri May 01, 2026

Tour Dates Across Alberta This Spring Including Album Release Shows in Calgary May 3 + 4

Mandy Faye (they/them), formerly Music With Mandy, the beloved Calgary-based children’s artist best described as “The Wiggles meets Diana Krall” – is thrilled to announce the release of their new album, ‘My Friends,’ out now. A richly layered journey through the many facets of friendship, the album travels across jazz, swing, bossa nova, and beyond, showcasing Mandy’s signature gift for crafting music that delights children while pulling grown-ups into the joy right alongside them.

Howdytoons, The Toronto Band With 1.5 Billion Youtube Streams, Releases Ferocious New Single "Smilodon" And Debut Album 'Megafauna Metal'

Fri May 01, 2026

The World’s Most Popular Dinosaur Rock Band Recruits Metal Royalty – Including Marco Minnemann, BillySheehan, and Rody Walker – For Its Most Ambitious Record Yet

Howdytoons – the Toronto-based band behind the most-streamed dinosaur music on the planet, with over 1.5 billion YouTube streams and more than 50 million Spotify plays to their name – today release “Smilodon,” the lead single from their debut full-length album ‘Megafauna Metal,’ out now. Written by Mike Whitla and his son Jake, the track is a prowling, snarling portrait of the prehistoric sabre-toothed predator – delivered with the kind of riffing intensity that has earned Howdytoons a place on Spotify’s editorial Hard Rock playlist and the respect of some of the biggest names in metal.

Matthew Alexander Emerges as a Folk/Americana Artist to Watch with Title Single From Upcoming ‘The Matter of the Heart’ Album

Fri Apr 24, 2026

Matthew Alexander has long been a hidden gem in the American folk and roots scene, but with his ninth solo album, ‘The Matter of the Heart,’ due May 2026, he is poised to become one of the year’s essential voices. A songwriter raised in the Cambridge-Boston folk tradition now based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Alexander’s music reflects a lifetime of lived experience, filtered through an Americana lens both timeless and fresh.

Toronto Multi-Hypothenate John Lewitt Releases Vibrant New Pop-Rock Anthem “Six Ways To Sunday”

Fri Apr 24, 2026

Song Serves As The Invigorating Title Track To Lewitt’s 11th Solo Studio Album

Renowned songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist John Lewitt is set to capture the spirit of optimism with his latest single, “Six Ways To Sunday,” out now. The track serves as the cornerstone of his upcoming 11th solo album of the same name, offering a masterclass in pop-rock craftsmanship that draws inspiration from the timeless melodicism of the Beatles and the rugged heart of Tom Petty. Written, performed, mixed, and produced entirely by Lewitt, the project highlights his "old school" dedication to organic instrumentation and pure, joyful songwriting.

Bryan Adams “Tough Town” Set For Exclusive Record Store Day 2026 Vinyl Release

Fri Apr 17, 2026

Bad Records is proud to announce the release of Tough Town, a special vinyl album from Canadian rocker Bryan Adams, arriving exclusively for Record Store Day on April 18.

For the first time ever, Tough Town brings together a collection of 10 sought-after tracks that were previously only available as part of the limited-edition Roll With The Punches Deluxe box set, where they appeared in CD wallet format. This new release marks their long-awaited debut on vinyl, offering fans and collectors a unique opportunity to experience these songs in a classic analog format.

Showcasing Bryan Adams’ signature blend of powerful songwriting and timeless rock energy, Tough Town highlights a compelling chapter of his recent work, now reimagined for vinyl enthusiasts and dedicated fans alike.

Tracklist:
1. Tough Town
2. Sometimes You Lose Before You Win
3. What If There Were No Sides At All
4. You're Awesome
5. Ultimate Love
6. Tonight In Babylon
7. Nothing We Can't Do That Can't Be Done
8. The Best Of Me
9. Please Stay
10. Someone's Daughter, Someone's Son

Rising Pop Star Supertrendt Soundtracks America’s Most Dreaded Day With New "Tax Day" Single

Sat Apr 11, 2026

Every year on April 15, millions of Americans file their taxes. Some dread it. Some dodge it. Nobody has ever celebrated it. Until now.

Tax Day just got a soundtrack. “Tax Day,” out April 10, is a chic, danceable retro-swing pop track by Dutch independent artist Supertrendt that turns April 15 into something worth putting on the calendar. Think Caro Emerald meets Dua Lipa: sophisticated, ironic, and impossible not to move to. It acknowledges the dread, celebrates what taxes pay for — “Streetlights still shining / Bridges that hold / Classrooms and clinics / Heat in the cold” — and makes the whole thing feel like a party rather than a punishment.

JR AND THE BAD OX BAND RELEASE NEW SINGLE “HIGHWAY LIFE”

Sat Apr 11, 2026

JUNO Award-Winning Producer Steve Dawson and an All-Star Nashville Band Bring Canadian Singer-Songwriter John Rewers’ Road-Spun Vision to Life on Second Single from the Upcoming “Nashville Sessions”

Photo Credit: Catherine Lundgren

JR and the Bad OX Band, the heartfelt country project of Canadian singer-songwriter John Rewers, today releases “Highway Life,” a sun-drenched, rolling ode to the open road and the love that pulls a man home. Available now on all major streaming platforms, the track is the second single from Rewers’ “Nashville Sessions” — a suite of recordings made at the legendary Hen House Studios in Nashville, Tennessee, produced by JUNO Award-winning artist and producer Steve Dawson.

Don Ross Revisits A Timeless Collaboration With New Single “Did I Fool You,” A Remixed 1981 Recording Brought To Life Through Modern Studio Innovation

Sat Apr 11, 2026

 Acclaimed Canadian guitarist, composer, and songwriter Don Ross releases his new single “Did I Fool You” today, offering a rare glimpse into a creative partnership that stretches back to his teenage years. Written with longtime collaborator Norman Wolfson, the song is the first single from Ross’s album Songs That Found Me, out now via Goby Fish Music. The track bridges decades of musical craftsmanship, combining elements of a 1981 Toronto recording session with newly recorded performances that reflect Ross’s evolving artistry and production vision.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHQd75W23HM

Sinematic Releases Debut Album 'Metamorphosis,' A Cinematic Rock Statement from Cree Nation of Mistissini

Fri Apr 10, 2026

Independent Indigenous Artist Ayden Gray Delivers a Transformative Full-Length on His Own Terms

MISTISSINI, QC – Sinematic, the musical persona of Indigenous rock artist and multigenre composer Ayden Gray, has released his debut full-length album 'Metamorphosis' – out now on all major streaming platforms and available to stream in full on SoundCloud. A fully self-produced and independently released work recorded in Ontario, living in Cree Nation of Mistissini, Quebec, 'Metamorphosis' is the arrival of one of Canadian rock's most singular and emotionally gripping voices. The album, out now, marks a defining moment in Gray's artistic journey – a statement of craft, courage, and conviction that invites listeners across the country and beyond into its sweeping, cinematic world.

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Canadian Country Singer/Songwriter Nick Hedden Releases Single “Is That So Wrong?” From New Self-Titled EP

Fri Apr 10, 2026

Success never arrives overnight but Canadian singer/songwriter Nick Hedden, out of Windsor, Ontario, has been garnering the attention of the music industry lately with his soulful version of pop country with straight from the heart songs and vocal delivery with a past accolade Hedden being named the CMAO (Country Music Association of Ontario) Country Artist of the Month in October 2024.

The new EP is a best of Nick Hedden that is completely revisited, remixed and remastered by veteran Producer/Manager, Dan McConomy and his engineer/mixer, Mohammad “MOMO” Sadeghin during the fall of 2025. “We basically kept his vocals, a guitar, and had everything else redone to bring it up to industry standard to get I SEE YOU and IS THAT SO WRONG? on the radio as we thought it deserved. The other two songs are some standout songs from his prior recordings.”

Listen to “Is That So Wrong? On Spotify here:
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Kevin Fisher: Where the Song Begins

Fri Apr 10, 2026

There are songwriters who build careers—and then there are those who quietly build emotional worlds for others to inhabit. Kevin Fisher belongs to the latter.

His songs have travelled widely—across genres, across voices, across borders—but at the center of it all is something far more intimate: a lifelong search for truth.

A multi-platinum songwriter and producer, Fisher’s work has been recorded by artists including Rascal Flatts, Sara Evans, Uncle Kracker, Little Big Town, and the legendary Paul Anka. His music has found its way into film and television—from True Blood to Pretty Little Liars—and onto the stage through musical theatre, including Unbeatable: A Musical Journey. 

But to focus only on the credits is to miss the essence of who he is.

“I’ve just always written songs,” he says simply.

In fact, his relationship with songwriting began so early it almost feels mythic.

“I wrote my first song when I was about two or three years old.”

Just a line—half-remembered, half-imagined. But the impulse was already there. Not learned. Not chosen. Simply present.

Blackstreet Announces The Global Pass: Three Concerts On Three Continents In Three Days

Fri Apr 10, 2026

The GRAMMY Award winning R&B icons headline Casablanca and Dallas-Fort Worth in a historic three-day global run across Africa, Europe, and North America this June, including a landmark London performance alongside TLC and Jodeci

BLACKSTREET is a GRAMMY Award winning, multi platinum R&B group whose catalog has helped define contemporary R&B for more than three decades. The group rose to global prominence with a signature sound that blended soul and hip-hop, producing era-defining hits including “No Diggity,” which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and remains one of the best-selling singles in music history.

Across their career, BLACKSTREET has sold more than 7 million physical albums worldwide, generated over 4.6 billion streams globally, and achieved Gold and Platinum certifications in ten countries. Their music continues to resonate across generations, with a rapidly expanding global audience and strong ongoing discovery across streaming platforms.

Tricia Danieli Invites Listeners to Shatter The Simulation With Soul-Stirring New Single "Mirage"

Thu Mar 26, 2026

A Cinematic Anthem Of Authenticity And Healing From The Acclaimed Multi-Instrumentalist And Carnegie Hall Alumna

independent singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Tricia Danieli announces the release of her most vulnerable and visionary work to date, the evocative new single "Mirage." Crafted as a sonic sanctuary from the noise of a modern world, the track marks a profound moment of creative clarity for the Joliet, Illinois-born artist. Blending her foundation in classical piano with a contemporary, soul-infused perspective, Danieli delivers a message of hope that encourages listeners to disconnect from the distractions of the simulation and return to their original dreams.

Collingwood Anthem-Maker Shjaane Glover Unveils Radiant Title Track "Conjure This"

Thu Mar 26, 2026

A Surf-Born Celebration Of Resilience And Revelry; New Single Sets The Stage For Anticipated Ep Release On April 24

Following the atmospheric success of his return to the airwaves, Southern Ontario singer-songwriter Shjaane Glover today announces the release of his vibrant new single, "Conjure This." Out now, the track serves as the eponymous heartbeat of his forthcoming six-song EP, "Conjure This," arriving April 24. Shifting from the introspective textures of his earlier work into a sun-drenched, rhythmic landscape, Glover delivers a high-energy indie-folk anthem that leans into the beautiful absurdity of staying present when life feels most unpredictable.

8BANGER is Back with Another Punchy Sure to Be Hit Single “I Wanna Be With You”

Thu Mar 26, 2026

8BANGER Is a rock and roll act with half a century of combined rock and roll experience between members; having played the smallest of venues to the largest of stages. 8BANGER brings together extensive performing experience with catchy, prodigious songwriting, performed live with an electrifying stage show. Influenced extensively by rock and roll bands/artists from the 1950’s through 1990’s, 8BANGER curates an indelible, melodic, punchy, “Riff Rock” sound representative of current and popular music styles.

There’s an 8BANGER fan in everyone. In November 2025, 8BANGER teamed up with notable record industry executive, Gerry Young, of Current Records and Management. The newest singles "Daddy's Girl” (November 2025), “I Don’t Want To Go” (January 2026), “Rock and Roll Beach” (February 2026) and now “I Wanna Be With You” (March 2026), are receiving radio play, are on all streaming services and multiple on-line media/radio stations.

Listen on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/artist/77RMonQ3U7XEhzuUWsqd4y