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Justin Maki Creates a Soundtrack for Hope on Technicolor Dreams
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Justin Maki Creates a Soundtrack for Hope on Technicolor Dreams

Ontario artist Justin Maki unveils his sophomore album Technicolor Dreams alongside its lead focus track “Hey,” arriving together as the culmination of one of the most ambitious creative processes of his career. Adventurous, bold, and deeply rewarding, the album finds Justin pushing himself further than ever before, writing and co-writing 100 songs before selecting only … Continue reading

Empty Melon Pairs Atmospheric Production with Emotional Depth on “Don’t Look Away”
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Empty Melon Pairs Atmospheric Production with Emotional Depth on “Don’t Look Away”

Created and developed in Montreal’s DIY scene, Empty Melon (the solo project of Ada Lea bassist/producer Summer Kodama) follows up on her debut single, “Hoping to Find,” with “Don’t Look Away,” an atmospheric, dark, and emotionally charged song that transforms late-night spiralling into something strangely beautiful. Blending experimental electronics, art pop textures, and cinematic sound … Continue reading

pssyclwz Embraces Inner Strength on Ethereal Indie Pop/Folk Single “howl” (feat. Amelia Antoinette)
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pssyclwz Embraces Inner Strength on Ethereal Indie Pop/Folk Single “howl” (feat. Amelia Antoinette)

Toronto-based artist pssyclwz returns with “howl” (feat. Amelia Antoinette), an ethereal, haunting new single that explores the difficult choice of saving yourself when waiting for a hero no longer works. Blending indie pop and folk influences with organic instrumentation and a layered vocal arrangement reminiscent of Fleet Foxes, the track transforms unresolved fear and yearning … Continue reading

Sébastien De Francesco Brings Warmth and Wisdom to “Fleury Street”
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Sébastien De Francesco Brings Warmth and Wisdom to “Fleury Street”

Québec-based singer-songwriter Sébastien De Francesco shares “Fleury Street,” a nostalgic and deeply moving folk-rock single that transforms a final goodbye into a celebration of friendship, gratitude, and the lasting impact we leave on one another. Rooted in a real afternoon spent with a close friend nearing the end of his life, the song embraces mortality … Continue reading

Mark Duffy Dreams in Sound on the Soulful, Expansive “Dream On Dreamer”
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Mark Duffy Dreams in Sound on the Soulful, Expansive “Dream On Dreamer”

While a casual listen might suggest that Mark Duffy’s “Dream On Dreamer” is simply another beautifully weathered piece of roots-rock, built from familiar ingredients of blues, classic rock and songwriting, spend a little more time with it and a much richer picture begins to emerge. This is not just a song built on guitar, groove and emotion – although it has all of those qualities in abundance. It is a carefully constructed piece of musical storytelling where landscape, memory, instinct and human connection all find their way into the same space.

On the surface, the appeal is immediate. There is a warmth and honesty , with the guitars carrying that lived in quality that comes from years of playing. The rhythm section moves with a natural confidence, creating the feeling of musicians responding to one another in real time. It has the looseness and danger of a great live performance, that sense that something could shift at any moment. Continue reading

Zoey Madison Finds Her Voice in Full Color on “Love Like You”
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Zoey Madison Finds Her Voice in Full Color on “Love Like You”

There is something really quite timeless about a great piano ballad. In a music landscape most often built around instant song hooks and fleeting moments, a beautifully written song with a powerful vocal performance can still create the kind of connection that trends cannot manufacture.

With love like you, New York based artist Zoey Madison embraces that tradition, and delivers a heartfelt and beautifully arranged pop ballad that shows off both her vocal prowess and her skill for songwriting. Continue reading

Libby Ember Turns Heartbreak Into Healing on “Gravity”
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Libby Ember Turns Heartbreak Into Healing on “Gravity”

Following a breakout year that saw her earn Spotify Editorial support and recognition as a rising voice in indie pop, Montreal singer-songwriter Libby Ember returns with “Gravity,” an energetic yet emotionally reflective single that transforms heartbreak into quiet acceptance. Blending melancholic lyricism with upbeat indie pop production, the track explores the strange realization that sadness … Continue reading

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HAIR CONTROL Reimagine Dread as Dancefloor Release on “TV in the Afterlife”

Calgary, AB art duo HAIR CONTROL (Ryan Bourne & Rebecca Reid) share “TV in the Afterlife,” an anthemic synth-pop workout jam that transcends both the celebratory and the existential. Ebullient art pop with dream-drenched ‘80s-inspired textures, the track transforms apocalypse anxiety and digital-era disconnection into a strangely uplifting, physically charged release. Originally written by Ryan … Continue reading

Kate Schutt Pours Warmth and Wonder into New Single “Sippin’ On Sunshine”
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Kate Schutt Pours Warmth and Wonder into New Single “Sippin’ On Sunshine”

Award-winning singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer Kate Schutt shares “Sippin’ On Sunshine,” a warm and radiant new single that transforms emotional connection into pure sensory bliss. Blending adult contemporary songwriting with breezy pop melodies and subtle vocal jazz textures, the track captures the feeling of being so fully lit up by another person that language itself … Continue reading