Tataetano’s debut album “MaloKhali Rising” brings a refreshing new wave to California’s indie music scene.
It embodies awakening and inspiration, mirroring the journey of the artist himself, Antonio Palazzo, known by his stage name Tataetano.
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: 2024, Alternative, indie rock, Pop, singer, songwriter, United States
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: singer, songwriter
Based in Victoria, BC, Jesse Roper is a blues/Americana artist with a penchant for writing modern indie-infused blues music and delivering bombastic live performances buoyed by his virtuosic guitar playing. His innate and impressive musical talent has served him well, giving him the flexibility to play with soul icon Booker T. Jones, rock veteran Colin […]
The Vaniers [van-ee-ays] are a Toronto-based rock trio formed in 2016 by Diego Paz (Bass Guitar/Vocals), Alex Iacobellis (Guitar), and Nick Donato (Drums). Known for delivering scorching live performances and dazzling crowds, The Vaniers have become a staple in the Toronto music scene, celebrated for their high-octane shows and catchy tunes. Their song, “This Dog” […]
An independent R&B artist and native of Toronto, ON, Lyhz has a musical journey that simultaneously builds on the legacies of African American soul and contemporary R&B-pop styles prevalent in her city. Following early exposure to influences that include gospel, soul, jazz and R&B that developed her sense of identity in music, the songstress creates […]
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: singer, songwriter
Toronto act The Neighbourhood Watch create a story-driven blend of folk and indie rock that has culminated in millions of streams and strong recognition from outlets such as Exclaim! and Indie88. The band is now ready to release their fourth album: a meditation on family, illness, and loving what life gives you nonetheless. New single, […]
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: 2024, indie rock, Lady Charles, Pop, singer, songwriter, United States
Lady Charles latest single, “Bedroom Pop,” takes listeners back to a time when the authenticity of DIY recording was favored over studio perfection.
This track is a captivating dialogue between collaborators, merging musical and thematic elements to explore the challenges artists often face in the music industry. Rooted in the early 2010s indie scene’s DIY ethos, “Bedroom Pop” tackles themes of exploitation and the pursuit of artists maintaining self-respect
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: singer, songwriter
Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist Sam Weber is releasing his second single from upcoming album, Clear + Plain (out August 23rd), the languid and intimate “Kind Dog.” This calm acoustic number features a swinging rhythm complimented by Garret Lang’s upright bass playing. It’s a song which Weber identifies with deeply, a lyrically devotional track inspired by […]
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: singer, songwriter
Brayden Bell is an indie-folk producer/songwriter with ballroom gravitas and campfire-folk relatability. His considerate songwriting pulls truth in detail from the luminosity of everyday emotional directives, like dandelions growing through the sidewalk. The Canadian’s soaring falsetto brings a sensitivity to a contemporary midwest-emo phrasebook, a Hozier filmstock captured through a Julien Baker lens. His song, […]
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: singer, songwriter
Introducing Riley Michaels, a rising star in the world of pop/rock. Drawing inspiration from iconic artists such as John Mayer and Prince, Riley Michaels has developed a unique sound that blends the emotional depth of Pop with the infectious energy of Rock. A two-time Niagara Music Awards winner, his music strikes a chord with listeners, […]
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: singer, songwriter
Custie is an emerging alternative pop artist hailing from London, Ontario. His distinct sound explores pop music as it intersects with singer-songwriter, R&B and alternative music. His song “ON E, AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN” deals with themes related to addiction. Although he hasn’t personally struggled with addiction, it has affected the lives of people close […]