Interviews

Cheat Codes are too deep in grind mode to call back with new single "No Service In The Hills"

Bubbling electronic group Cheat Codes are ready to reintroduce themselves with a moodier and deeper new sound. They are currently locked in album mode and somewhere tucked away from all…

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When music is always the endgame: Armin van Buuren shares insight for aspiring DJs [Interview]

Since his debut in 1999, Armin van Buuren quickly rose through the ranks of underground trance to become one of the biggest DJs in the world. Van Buuren's explosive creativity…

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From young and naïve to grounded and contemplative: The Naked And Famous

"We're only young and naïve still" was the opening line of the song that introduced millions of listeners worldwide to the phenomenon that is The Naked And Famous. Released a…

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Blossoms chat new album "Foolish Loving Spaces" [Q+A]

Blossoms’ third album Foolish Loving Spaces opens in a kind of Ok Go fashion: happy, peppy, excited to be here. What ensues is essentially everything you’ve ever wanted from a…

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Andy Shauf talks story songs and "The Neon Skyline" [Interview]

Discovering a captivating story or a beautifully composed tune is always a fine day, indeed. With Toronto musician Andy Shauf, we find both. Shauf’s last album, The Party, was his…

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There is nothing like change: Ephemerals on rebirth, self-discovery and transformation [Interview]

In the current musical climate where music is released at a staggering rate, it’s hard to stand out. Ephemerals, led by Wolfgang Valbrun and Hillman Mondegreen, create original and exciting…

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From TikTok to the main stage, Alec Chambers releases new single "Cold"

On the eve of the release of his new song “Cold,” Alec Chambers takes some time to chat with me on the phone. He is sitting in the stairwell of…

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Leyla Blue is one of the most exciting new voices in pop [Interview]

20-year old New York based artist Leyla Blue released her first EP this past November. The 3-track EP titled “Songs For Boys That Didn’t Text Me Back” is concise yet full…

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A Lostboy finds his new sound: Lostboycrow shares ‘Happy New Year’ and what we can expect from him in 2020

Photography by Linda Wang 2019 was a transformative year for Lostboycrow. Sonically, he has morphed from an electronic-centric sound to a classic, analog, four-person band. The transition between his 2017-2018…

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'En Garde'! Ethan Gruska's sophomore album is a revelation of artistic growth [Interview]

"Remember when music sounded good?" Ethan Gruska ponders on the first track off his sophomore album, En Garde. It's an innocent question with a complex queue of follow-up questions. But in order…

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Artist Spotlight: Aaronya

Bringing back the melody and soul in rap, Aaronya is a force to be reckoned with. His upbeat energy compliments the heavy topics he discusses through his music, perfectly balancing…

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Strawberry 25 focuses on capturing memories with loved ones on “Black Orchid Eyes” [Interview]

On a cold December day in Winnipeg (it’s -30 degrees C), Joseph Visser stays warm in the cafe where he has worked on and off for the past five years.…

Cheat Codes are too deep in grind mode to call back with new single "No Service In The Hills"

When music is always the endgame: Armin van Buuren shares insight for aspiring DJs [Interview]

From young and naïve to grounded and contemplative: The Naked And Famous

Blossoms chat new album "Foolish Loving Spaces" [Q+A]

Andy Shauf talks story songs and "The Neon Skyline" [Interview]

There is nothing like change: Ephemerals on rebirth, self-discovery and transformation [Interview]

From TikTok to the main stage, Alec Chambers releases new single "Cold"

Leyla Blue is one of the most exciting new voices in pop [Interview]

A Lostboy finds his new sound: Lostboycrow shares ‘Happy New Year’ and what we can expect from him in 2020

'En Garde'! Ethan Gruska's sophomore album is a revelation of artistic growth [Interview]

Artist Spotlight: Aaronya

Strawberry 25 focuses on capturing memories with loved ones on “Black Orchid Eyes” [Interview]

Artists to put on your playlist for Summer 2025

Hoodtrophy Bino and Lefty Gunplay prove you should never underestimate them on “123” [Video]

Cory Cullinan, Riley Max and Sidney Cullinan collaborate for riveting "2025 Alive" [Video]

House Of Hustle releases a collection of dance-floor ready tracks in May

Imogen Clark finds strength in new single “The Art of Getting Through” [Video]

Matt Oakley is redefining country music with heart, soul and modernity

Texas’ Blacktop Mojo does rock music the way it should be done

Tha Rapper Haiti blends authentic style with musical passion

Glorybots redefines rock with latest album 'mad.end'

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