By: Brandon Lorenzetti – We sit down with multi-platinum selling UK pop singer-songwriter Fiona Bevan to discuss her debut solo album “Talk To Strangers”, working with Ed Sheeran, her favourite artists, and more! Check out the interview below!
By: Adam Harrison (@AdamRHarrison) – Kaiser Chiefs, the anthem rock band from Leeds, England, just wrapped up the final North American leg of their current tour in support of their fifth studio album, Education, Education, Education & War, which they released just over a year ago. We took the opportunity to speak with bass player, Simon Rix, on the creation of their … Continue reading
By: Emily Kovacic – During their ongoing tour with Real Friends, Knuckle Puck, and The Technicolors in support of their fifth album, American Candy, (out March 31st), which debuted at no. 37 on the Billboard 200, we sat down with Garrett Nickelsen, bassist of Phoenix-based pop-punk band The Maine, where we discussed their new album, the musical legacy of Myspace, … Continue reading
By: Daniel Gerichter (@ZenDonut) – An outsider’s perspective makes Haiti’s history seem more bitter than sweet. Its beautiful and complex culture and status as the world’s first black republic are overshadowed today by a long history of deeply corrupt leaders, military coups, staggering poverty and of course, the devastating 2010 earthquake. But Fugees founding member Pras Michel refuses to portray Haiti … Continue reading
By: Gwendolyn Lee – Finnish cello-rock band, Apocalyptica, composed of classically trained cellists Eicca Toppinen, Paavo Lötjönen, Perttu Kivilaakso, drummer Mikko Sirén, and vocalist Franky Perez, released their new album, Shadowmaker, on April 17th, 2015, and prior to a show opening for Sixx:AM at The Phoenix Concert Theatre in Toronto, we spoke to Eicca Toppinen, and Mikko Sirén about … Continue reading
By: Andrew Weir (Styling by: Kyla Atlas, Alyssa Trivelli and Jess Arnold) – Elissa Mielke has a very familiar face. She has collaborated with some of the best talent to come out of Toronto, from photographers Mark Peckmezian and Thomas Van Der Zaag to musicians like The Weeknd and Drake. This past winter saw Mielke’s likeness pop up all over the city as the … Continue reading
By: Brandon Lorenzetti – We sit down with Silverstein drummer Paul Koehler to discuss their new album, I Am Alive In Everything I Touch (out May 15th via Rise Records), concept albums, touring, and more! Check out the interview below!
By: Daniel Gerichter (@ZenDonut) – S ystem of a Down have frankly and fearlessly promoted dialogue about a range of topics throughout their 21-year career, but the Armenian genocide has perennially haunted their music. The centennial anniversary marking the atrocity is fast approaching and the band have embarked on their “Waking Up the Souls” tour, a heroic … Continue reading
By: Daniel Gerichter (@ZenDonut) – T he past few years have been good for Athens, AL’s Alabama Shakes, a band whose members are all in their early-20’s. Their album Boys & Girls received universal acclaim, Grammy, Q, and BRIT award nominations, and winning an Americana Music Honors award, meanwhile the band are world-renowned for their absolutely smoking … Continue reading
By: Francesca Graham – “Indie-prom” band Handsome Ghost, who released their debut EP, Steps, on March 10th, 2015 via Photo Finish/Republic, showcases a sound with entrancing vocals, dynamic instrumentation, and hypnotic spirit. They are currently out on the road supporting MisterWives on the “Our Own House” tour alongside Borns, and we sat down with frontman Tim Noyes … Continue reading