Category Archives: Reviews

April 04

Kalbells Debut New Video “Cool and Bendable”

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Kalbells Debut New Video “Cool and Bendable” via The Fader — Lead Single From ‘Mothertime’ (prod. by Chrome Sparks) Out April 10th via NNA Tapes — Announce North American Tour Dates In April 2015, Kalmia Traver (Kalbells, Rubblebucket) had just come out of an intensive 2-month writing retreat with 27 songlets in hand, 10 of […]

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April 01

Jont’s Newest Single Release, “I Think It Could Be Possible”

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Halifax-Based Folk Pop Artist Jont Issues Positive Challenge around New Single, “I Think It Could Be Possible” Canadian folk and dance pop artist Jont and a whole load of his followers are encouraging us that “all of us together can change the way the world works.” So goes the call to action in his new single, […]

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April 01

Canadian Alt Folk Rocker Oliver James Brooks Has “Set Free” His New Single

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Fresh off last year’s breakout debut release, Toronto-based folk rocker Oliver James Brooks has “Set Free” a new message for the masses with his latest single — available now. “This song was written in response to the current state of our planet,” he shares of the track and its origins. “The turmoil in which we […]

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March 30

From the Straits to the Stage: Toronto Poor Boy is “Stronger Now”

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Canadian Hip Hop Artist Releases New Single With 2020’s New Energy Front & Center Canadian hip hop artist Toronto Poor Boy is back with a new single, still inspiring listeners and calling on his complex past with a fire new track, “Stronger Now” — available now. “It’s a message that’s very personal to me,” the […]

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March 30

Craig Dougan Releases New Single, “Iqaluit”

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Kitchener Singer/Songwriter Craig Dougan Finds a New Muse in Nunavut for New Single, “Iqaluit” — Available Now! Kitchener-based indie rock singer/songwriter Craig Dougan harkens the daily experience of some 7,000 people who call Nunavut’s remote capital home in his newly minted single, “Iqaluit” — available now! “The music was done first, and the lyrics came […]

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March 28

Crystal Shawanda announces new album, Church House Blues

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Crystal Shawanda channels spirit and strength of blues pioneers on new True North Records album, Church House Blues, available April 17th, 2020 For her second album on True North Records, Nashville-based singer Crystal Shawanda has channeled the spirit and strength of blues greats such as Etta James and Koko Taylor, paired with a contemporary delivery that […]

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March 23

David Clayton-Thomas' release of political album, SAY SOMETHIN'

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GRAMMY Award-Winning & Hall of Fame Canadian Icon David Clayton-Thomas Announces Release of Politically Potent Album, SAY SOMETHIN’  GRAMMY Award-winning Canadian musician David Clayton-Thomas has announced the release of his newest and forthcoming album, SAY SOMETHIN’ — set for release March 20, 2020 via Linus Records.  Featuring singles “Never Again,” Clayton-Thomas’ powerful battlecry calling attention to the gun […]

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March 22

Paul James Tribute to Bob Dylan @ Hughes Room – Mar. 7, 2020

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by Wayne Baggs Bob Dylan has so many iconic songs. One night would be adequate to play but a few. On March 7, 2020 at Hugh’s Room Live, Paul James’ first ever ’Tribute to Bob Dylan’ began. Not merely does Paul James throw the odd Dylan song or two into his live shows, he has […]

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March 21

Winterfolk Blues & Roots Music Festival @ Tranzac Club

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by Wayne Baggs Hats off to Brian Gladstone for pulling it all together. Winterfolk Blues and Roots Music Festival offers an impressive 100 artists performing on 5 stages over the 3 days of music mix. From Roots to Blues, Celtic to Folk, Americana, Bluegrass, Light rock, Jazz, Country and everything in between. This is an […]

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March 15

Toronto Indie Alt Singer/Songwriting Sisters Caardia Caution Against Cell Phone and Social Media Dependency in NEW Video

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Toronto alt pop singer/songwriters Caardia caution the dangers of cell phone and social media dependency in their newest single and video, “The Deep End” — available now. The second single — and the title track — from their critically acclaimed debut EP, The Deep End, sisters Celia and Annie Siriopoulos penned the song with producer Ryan […]

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March 09

Winnie-the-Pooh Exhibit(Saturday, March 7th-Mon.,August 3rd, 2020.@THE ROM

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Visitors are invited to see the world—and the ROM—through Pooh’s eyes: a place to ponder, wonder and find joy in simple pleasures. Organized by the Victoria and Albert Museum, London (V&A), Winnie-the-Pooh: Exploring a Classic examines the origins, creation and enduring legacy of the classic stories by A.A. Milne (1882–1956) and the heart-warming illustrations of […]

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March 08

Celebrating Women In Football @ Neiman Marcus Bal Harbour – Jan. 31, 2020

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by A.J. Lam As part of the Super Bowl 54 festivities in Miami, the fifth annual Celebrating Women in Football took place this year at the posh Neiman Marcus Bal Harbour. Along with champagne and delicious hors d’oeuvres, the event featured a special appearance by James Keith, of the popular milliner, Keith & James, NFL […]

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March 06

“Must Be” is Award-Winning Toronto Electro-Pop Artist Mauve’s Newest ‘Must Hear’ Single

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“Mauve keeps us captivated… Gifted beyond her years and we can’t get enough!” — Buzz Music LA “From the first moments, you feel the beautiful and distinctive voice of Mauve in your soul. This will make you repeat… Again and again.” — Indie Music Home “ I adore the modern melodies which create enough room […]

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March 01

Leather & Laces Miami Super Bowl 54 Party @ Soho Studios – Fri. Jan. 31st

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by A.J. Lam DJ Snoopadelic, aka Snoop Dogg,  the quintessential American rapper, singer, songwriter, producer, media personality, entrepreneur, and actor, gave a rousing performance, with glam girls dancing on stage after Snoop Dogg’s enticing invitation to a select collection from the dance floor, to start off the 17th Annual Leather & Laces Super Bowl Party […]

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February 10

Rosenhaus “Welcome to Miami” Kickoff Party Super Bowl 54 @ Wynwood Factory, Jan. 31, 2020

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by A.J. Lam The “Welcome to Miami” Kickoff Party with ROSENHAUS SPORTS & 50 CENT is the official start to Super Bowl weekend in South Florida!!! Rosenhaus Sports and 50 Cent hosted all of their celebrity friends as well as NFL, NBA, and MLB clients as they KICKOFF the Super Bowl weekend in style with […]

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