By: Daniel Gerichter (@ZenDonut) – Not every band endures the way Taking Back Sunday have. With a story that includes shuffling the deck with new and old members and freeing themselves of label involvement not every band could keep the punk spirit alive the way they have on Happiness Is. Guitarist Eddie Reyes sat down to talk … Continue reading
By: Elaisha Green – On March 22, indie-rock quintet The Neighbourhood performed at the Sound Academy in Toronto. Before their performance, we sat down with the LA-based group. “We have input in actually everything that you see and hear, from a random poster for a one city show to being on television,” starts The Neighbourhood … Continue reading
By: Luke Ottenhof – It’s been four years since Brooklyn’s punk-tinged rock darling The Hold Steady released their last LP, 2010’s Heaven is Whenever, and for guitar Tad Kubler, the time off was both a blessing and a curse. “I think being stationary after so many years of momentum had more of an impact than anything else, in both the … Continue reading
By: Krista Hessey – Heartbreak and music have always been intertwined. Emotions of lust, loss and unrequited love have always had a penchant for melodies. And if that were not true, Taylor Swift would not be famous, Nicholas Sparks’ movies would not have soundtracks and we would all wallow in our beds morefrequently and think, “no one gets … Continue reading
By: Sasha Kalra (@sashakalra) – One of the many interesting facets of French electro-pop sensation Owlle is that her birth name shares the name of country she calls home, and is now also the title of her debut album, released in late January and already receiving rave reviews. Naming an album after your first name isn’t ordinary – and that’s … Continue reading
By: Bryen Dunn – There comes a time when we wake up one day and realize we’re getting older. That can come at any point in one’s life, and can happen multiple times during a lifespan. For many this is triggered through a specific moment in time, such as listening to a song and realizing that it’s now 10 years old. … Continue reading
By: Bryen Dunn – JD Samson and MEN will be stopping in Toronto on January 26th as part of their multi-city tour in support of the latest release, Labor. We had the opportunity to chat with JD about music, activism, sexuality, and life. Bryen Dunn: Having been in Le Tigre and then on your own, what’s been … Continue reading
By: Luke Ottenhof – “Shad is like one of my best friends,” says Hannah Georgas, laughing gently. The Vancouver singer-songwriter has found no shortage of support in the Canadian music scene. Her most recent record, 2012’s self-titled release, earned her not only a spot on the Polaris Prize long list, but also two Juno Award nominations. … Continue reading
By: Sasha Kalra (@sashakalra) – Anna Lunoe is someone who has gathered popularity and acclaim in the past few years. The Australian dance music producer relocated to LA last year and her latest single, “Breathe”, showcases her ability as a vocalist and producer. In addition to her collaborations with the likes of Flume and AC Slater, her … Continue reading
By: Mehek Seyid (@whatthemehek) – Shadrach Kabango is a pretty busy guy these days. The London, ON-native just released his highly anticipated fourth album, Flying Colours, a record that contemplates individual identity and its components, including history, culture, and circumstance. When one begins to reflect on this is different for everyone, but for Shad, the time … Continue reading