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Intuitive, Vulnerable, Elemental: N NAO on Music and Identity [Interview]

Montréal-based pop experimental artist N NAO, born Naomie de Lorimier, is redefining herself and her identity through sound. Signed to Montréal-based indie label Mothland, N NAO uses music as a…

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FME 2025: 5 Standout Acts That Made This Year Unforgettable

Located in the small northwestern Québec town of Rouyn-Noranda, Abitibi-Témiscamingue—a place now best known for hosting Festival de Musique Émergente (FME) and other festivals thanks to its vibrant arts scene…

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Québécois singer-songwriter Ariane Roy on alt-pop music that moves and inspires [Interview]

Québécois pop singer-songwriter Ariane Roy has been making waves in the Canadian music scene with her emotive lyrics and dynamic sound. Since her debut album medium plaisir in 2022, she…

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Magi Merlin on Broken R&B, Exploring Lyrical Themes, and Her FME 2025 Debut [Interview]

Montréal-based Magi Merlin, who grew up in Saint-Lazare, Canada, brings an otherworldly aura and thought-provoking lyricism to her gritty, punk-tinged R&B and neo-soul. Merlin’s music tackles political themes, racial identity,…

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FME 2025 returns to Rouyn-Noranda with bold sounds & over 80 performances

The Festival de Musique Émergente en Abitibi-Témiscamingue (FME) returns for its 23rd edition, featuring a handpicked lineup of artists with bold sounds and innovative approaches. From local headliners to rising…

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FLEECE captures indie-pop magic with new single “How Far Would You Go”

Meet Montreal-based indie-pop band FLEECE, who just dropped their groovy new single, “How Far Would You Go.” Made up of Matthew Rogers (vocals/keys), Megan Ennenberg (vocals/guitar), Jameson Daniel (guitar), and…

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“Fortune Cookies” reveals Libby Ember’s emotional depth and indie-folk flair

Meet Montreal-based 19-year-old singer-songwriter Libby Ember, who effortlessly blends indie-folk and pop with introspective storytelling. Ember just released her raw and honest new single, “Fortune Cookies”—an emotional track that echoes…

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Thanya Iyer’s 'TIDE/TIED' is a genre-bending study in presence

Montreal-based ambient-pop singer-songwriter Thanya Iyer has released TIDE/TIED, a 12-track album that is sonically rich, spiritually grounded, cathartic, and deeply transformative. On the meaning behind the album, Iyer says "TIDE/TIED…

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Hanorah's EP 'Closer Than Hell' is soft, strong, and stunning

Montreal singer-songwriter Hanorah just released her new EP, Closer Than Hell, on Ensoul Records—and it offers a gentle escape from the moment you press play. Blending elements of R&B, shoegaze,…

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Rau_Ze brings fresh neo-soul sound to Quebec's music scene [Interview]

Coincidence or fate, some moments defy explanation and shape the course of our lives. Take the Montreal duo Rau_Ze—Rose Perron and Félix Paul. They met at school, a setting familiar…

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Montreal’s Izzy-S shines on “Allo c’est qui?”

Izzy-S, one of Montréal’s most renowned rappers, returns today with the release of his new single “Allo c’est qui?” via Universal Music Canada/Maison Barclay Canada. Building on the momentum from previous…

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Montreal act Chiara Savasta unveils her dream-like debut EP 'SummerHood Pt.1'

Montreal’s burgeoning pop singer-songwriter Chiara Savasta celebrates the release of her dream-like debut EP entitled SummerHood, Pt. 1, via local imprint Société Holographique de Montréal. As the young talent’s first…

Intuitive, Vulnerable, Elemental: N NAO on Music and Identity [Interview]

FME 2025: 5 Standout Acts That Made This Year Unforgettable

Québécois singer-songwriter Ariane Roy on alt-pop music that moves and inspires [Interview]

Magi Merlin on Broken R&B, Exploring Lyrical Themes, and Her FME 2025 Debut [Interview]

FME 2025 returns to Rouyn-Noranda with bold sounds & over 80 performances

FLEECE captures indie-pop magic with new single “How Far Would You Go”

“Fortune Cookies” reveals Libby Ember’s emotional depth and indie-folk flair

Thanya Iyer’s 'TIDE/TIED' is a genre-bending study in presence

Hanorah's EP 'Closer Than Hell' is soft, strong, and stunning

Rau_Ze brings fresh neo-soul sound to Quebec's music scene [Interview]

Montreal’s Izzy-S shines on “Allo c’est qui?”

Montreal act Chiara Savasta unveils her dream-like debut EP 'SummerHood Pt.1'

Jack Manley aches for a fleeting love on "Damn Girl"

Lia Pappas-Kemps shares her "Reservations"

Hallie Marie reaches out for others on "Blue In Her Head"

SHARKTANK explore indie, electronica and synth pop on stunning new album "3"

Amy Jay releases new single "Margins" off of upcoming album 'Mnemonics'

Jay Tone is carving out his space with "Puzzles"

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

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