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Enter a daze of tender melancholy with Dominic Pierce's "Envoyer" [Premiere]

December 17, 2014
Raquel Olmedo

Canada's not really known for either their beat scene or soul blessed sounds in the music world today—and then there is Dominic Pierce. This fellow has got some serious talent…

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Shaani Cage display closeness and intimacy with their debut EP, 'Danyaal'

November 29, 2014
Raquel Olmedo

With a unique fold touching up on electronic, r&b, and Pakistan's musical roots, brothers Aleem & Kaleem Kahn (together Shaani Cage) present the 19th issue for Calgary-based imprint, Close To…

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Beach Season – Internet Evening [EP]

January 1, 2014
Raquel Olmedo

Opening the new year for us is the 20 year old Canadian wonder, Beach Season, who just premiered his debut EP – Internet Evening – on Close To Modern. Although…

Enter a daze of tender melancholy with Dominic Pierce's "Envoyer" [Premiere]

Shaani Cage display closeness and intimacy with their debut EP, 'Danyaal'

Beach Season – Internet Evening [EP]

Agatchu blends Brazilian warmth with Angolan soul on Lush new single “Chance”

Lyves Blooms anew with soul-stirring EP "Out Of The Blue"

Lagos In Paris redefine borders on debut EP "We Are Lagos In Paris"

Catalina Cara’s “Circles” is a dreamy spiral through fatigue and quiet power

Annie Tracy shares "Catching Feelings" off of impressive debut EP [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

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4 things every artist needs to think about in 2022