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Aaron Schmidtke

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My name is Aaron Schmidtke, I was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, grew up in Calgary, Alberta, and currently reside in Vancouver, British Columbia. I'm extremely passionate about all forms of creative writing that include poetry, fiction and songwriting but also writing about all things music whether it be showcasing underrepresented artists or exposing those who I feel aren't receiving enough attention.

Alex Bleeker returns with serendipitous single "D Plus" [Video]

Few artists can bridge the gap between fans of The Grateful Dead, psychedelia's primary architects, and Real Estate, an undeniable indie-pop powerhouse. But one can look no further than a…

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Still Woozy stays hot with new single "BS" [Video]

Sven Gamsky, otherwise known as Still Woozy, one of California's most talented up-and-coming artists, is subject to a movement spearheaded by the new norm of consuming music. After releasing the…

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The Flaming Lips revel in relevancy on new single "You n Me Sellin' Weed" [Video]

The Flaming Lips are one of the brightest yet most uncanny freckles on the shoulders of psychedelic indie music and since 1984, nobody has been doing it more frequently and peculiarly…

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Freak Heat Waves stay hot and remain freaky on "Let It Go"

After two years of radio silence, Montreal via Victoria duo Freak Heat Waves welcomed in the summer with an announcement of Zap The Planet. Due out September 4th through Telephone…

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SoKo dazzles on "Oh, To Be A Rainbow!" [Video]

Stéphanie Sokolinski, otherwise known as French singer-songwriter SoKo, has dropped her fourth track this year with the dreamy, shoegaze single "Oh, To Be A Rainbow!" The four songs are all…

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Jess Williamson and Hand Habits unite on "Pictures of Flowers"

If you don't already know Jess Williamson, the Austin-born, Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter won't let you forget her. After releasing the triumph that was Sorceress earlier this year, Williamson returns joining up…

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Toro y Moi and The Mattson 2 combine on "Ordinary Guy"

Toro y Moi has spent over a decade establishing himself as a respected, colorful, vibrant voice in overlapping music circles. From tracks that embody a house music revival sound paired…

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Delicate Steve offers "Some Hope" on new single [Video]

After a recent tour alongside The Black Keys for their 2019 Let's Rock tour, Delicate Steve is holding true to his name with a soft, gentle insertion in today's busy…

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Moxie builds momentum in new single "Frank"

Brattleboro, Vermont isn't exactly known for churning out chart-topping music acts right now. However, in the town of approximately 10,000 people, four teenagers that form the indie-soul fusion band Moxie have…

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Khruangbin remembers how to groove on single "So We Won't Forget" [Video]

With an EP featuring Leon Bridges and an irresistibly danceable single in "Time (You & I)" under their belt, 2020 has been a busy year thus far for Khruangbin. With the…

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Kikagaku Moyo continues to surprise on new single "Ouchi Time"

After releasing two intoxicating singles, "Gypsy Davey" and "Mushi No Uta" earlier this year, Kikagaku Moyo steps back into the spotlight with a surprise drop of "Ouchi Time," a song…

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Fever Feel releases two singles in new release 'Less Precious, Pt. IV'

Imitating a sound from a particular era is a task that many bands try and few succeed, yet Victoria-based Fever Feel has been playing with purpose for a handful of…

Aaron Schmidtke

Alex Bleeker returns with serendipitous single "D Plus" [Video]

Still Woozy stays hot with new single "BS" [Video]

The Flaming Lips revel in relevancy on new single "You n Me Sellin' Weed" [Video]

Freak Heat Waves stay hot and remain freaky on "Let It Go"

SoKo dazzles on "Oh, To Be A Rainbow!" [Video]

Jess Williamson and Hand Habits unite on "Pictures of Flowers"

Toro y Moi and The Mattson 2 combine on "Ordinary Guy"

Delicate Steve offers "Some Hope" on new single [Video]

Moxie builds momentum in new single "Frank"

Khruangbin remembers how to groove on single "So We Won't Forget" [Video]

Kikagaku Moyo continues to surprise on new single "Ouchi Time"

Fever Feel releases two singles in new release 'Less Precious, Pt. IV'

Athena Lim returns with her spellbinding second single, 'Madrid'

Stray Owls delve into new dimensions with “Scapegoats”

Ooberfuse and Lina Sleibi share a christmas message of hope in ‘Believe in Love’

Jourden Drops 90s-Inspired Music Video for "Minerals"

Sophia Bavishi drops her catchy new single, “In the Woods”

Videographer Barbara Safonkina weaves stunning visual tales

Doc Backer: A boundary-pushing artist re-emerging from disillusionment with creative fire

From Groceries to Greatness: Carl Runefelt’s life of music, crypto, and charity

Tulum's biggest day festival ¿Por Qué No? returns with stellar lineup

From Machismo To Mujeres: Women As The Face Of Reggaeton

4 things I learned on the 'Call Me If You Get Lost' tour

4 things every artist needs to think about in 2022