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Experimental Folk Artist Empty Melon Blurs Wakefulness and Memory on Debut Single “Hoping to Find”
Born in Montreal’s DIY scene, Empty Melon, the solo project of Ada Lea bassist and producer Summer Kodama, introduces her debut single “Hoping to Find,” a cinematic, mellow, and emotionally introspective track that drifts between consciousness and dream. Rooted in ambient folk textures and experimental sensibility, the song captures a moment of creative reclamation and quiet self-renewal.
By Chris Adamsabout 16 hours ago in Beat
SCS Cello Ensemble Unveils “Hymne à l’amour”
SCS Cello Ensemble presents “Hymne à l’amour,” a romantic and cinematic live arrangement of Édith Piaf’s timeless classic, reimagined for eight cellos. Recorded live, the performance carries both intimacy and power, offering a familiar melody and new emotional depth through the unified voice of a single instrumental family.
By Chris Adamsabout 16 hours ago in Beat
Eric Reinhart Delivers Sleek, High-Energy Pop on New Single “Chances”
Emerging pop artist Eric Reinhart drops “Chances,” an electric and energetic new single that captures the feeling of standing at the edge of possibility and choosing to leap. Rooted in gratitude and forward momentum, the track reflects on the improbability of simply being here, alive, creating, moving, and refusing to waste that opportunity.
By Chris Adamsabout 16 hours ago in Beat
Scarlett Macfarlane Channels Power and Resilience on Arena-Ready Pop-Rock Single “Immortal”
Scarlett Macfarlane returns with “Immortal,” a powerful and defiant pop-rock single built around themes of resilience, self-worth, and inner strength. Written as an empowering anthem, the song embraces the idea that while life’s challenges may knock us down, something essential within us remains unbreakable.
By Chris Adamsabout 16 hours ago in Beat
A New Perspective on Change Arrives in Denver with Lori Montry’s You’re Not the Problem
In a culture that often tells people to try harder, stay disciplined, and push through discomfort, Lori Montry’s upcoming book launch event in Denver offers a different starting point. Her message is simple but powerful. Many of the struggles people blame on themselves may have far deeper roots.
By Chris Adams5 days ago in BookClub
SCOT “LITTLE” BIHLMAN UNVEILS TWO NEW TRACKS FROM FORTHCOMING ALBUM HEAVY HEAD
Scot “Little” Bihlman continues to chart the course toward his forthcoming album Heavy Head with a two track release through V13 Music. The contemplative single “Seems Like Yesterday” arrives alongside the instrumental interlude “The Devil’s Cradle,” and together they offer a deeper look at the tone and direction of the project. Heard side by side, the songs feel connected, widening the emotional landscape of the record before guiding it into something more intimate.
By Chris Adams5 days ago in Beat
Glimmerjean & Goode Explore Darker Grooves on New Single "Injured Romantics"
Toronto-based rock n’ soul duo Glimmerjean & Goode return with “Injured Romantics,” a moody, rhythm-driven disco-rock single that explores the existential nature of life and love. Blending darker lyrical themes with an infectious groove, the track finds the duo leaning into unexpected territory while continuing to expand their evolving sound.
By Chris Adams9 days ago in Beat
Saul Damelyn Opens the Doors to Memory, Art, and Reckoning
There is something quietly assured about “Museum of Love,” the debut single from Saul Damelyn and British indie imprint Damelyn Records. Its lyric video world premiere does not simply illustrate the song. It builds a world around it. What emerges is a visual meditation on memory and attachment that feels thoughtful rather than ornamental, grounded rather than grand.
By Chris Adams14 days ago in Beat
TubeFreeks Debut New Single “Flower” Co-Written with Sevendust’s Clint Lowery
Hard rock band TubeFreeks have released their newest single “Flower,” co-written with Clint Lowery of Sevendust. The song arrives alongside a new music video directed by nationally recognized filmmaker Tom Flynn. “Flower” showcases TubeFreeks’ ability to merge melodic heaviness with the raw intensity of contemporary rock. It carries the hook-laden energy reminiscent of peak post-grunge while feeling immediate and present in its execution. The track is driven by complex drum patterns and heavy rhythm guitar that create tension and motion throughout the verses. At the center, frontman Paul van Valkenburgh delivers a vocal performance that is raw, distinct, and unmistakably his own. His voice cuts through the dense instrumentation while maintaining emotional clarity, allowing listeners to feel both the urgency and the intimacy of the song.
By Chris Adams24 days ago in Beat
Ellie Heath Embraces the Absurdity of Growing Up on New Single “Too Old (For This Shit)”
Edmonton, AB singer-songwriter Ellie Heath returns with “Too Old (For This Shit),” a witty, uplifting indie pop anthem that leans into the absurdity of aging without ever feeling like a grown-up. Playful yet pointed, the track captures the familiar feeling of being a kid in adult clothes, paying bills, following rules, and quietly wondering when adulthood is supposed to click into place.
By Chris Adams29 days ago in Beat
Arkells Announce New Album Between Us, Out April 17, Share First Single “Next Summer”
Nine-time JUNO Award winners Arkells have announced their brand new album Between Us, set for release on April 17 via Universal Music Canada and Virgin Music Group. Produced and recorded in Los Angeles with Grammy Award winner John Congleton, whose credits include St. Vincent, Death Cab for Cutie, and Wallows, the album marks a new chapter for the Hamilton band, blending immediacy, vulnerability, and communal spirit across eleven tracks.
By Chris Adams29 days ago in Beat
