Since long before its conception, traditional music has been at the center of the priorities of the musicians who formed the group El Balcón in the summer of 2018. Josh (requinto and oud), Valeria (vocals and foot percussion), Charles (vocals and jarana), Alex (double bass) and Nicolas (cajón and other percussion) initially made up the ensemble. Shortly after, Nominoë joined on violin and vocals. Drawing on learnings from travels […]

Ways in Waves is the brainchild of Brian Raine, a multi-instrumentalist and music producer living out of Edmonton, Alberta. With malleable form and the spirit of experimentation at its core, the group began as a live duo, and eventually expanded to a five piece live band with Raine picking up vocals as well as guitar and keys parts. Their […]

With a sound described as ‘delectably dreamy’ and ‘sparkling;’ Vancouver’s We Found a Lovebird excels at trance-like chiming rock. Since 2009, they’ve released three albums, one EP and eight singles with highlights including a Polaris Music Prize nomination and radio support from CBC and KEXP. Since 2020, they’ve released seven singles from their upcoming album […]

Billie Zizi is continuing to share glimpses of her exquisite upcoming album, the contemplative and dreamy Levitate (out October 25th). The Edmonton-based singer-songwriter has embraced a folkier sound on her latest single, “Everything in Between.” This gentle song focuses on the poetry of its lyrics, embracing roots and Americana music with subtle pedal steel and […]

Pip contributed to the ‘first wave’ of music activity on Toronto’s Queen Street West and has lived and played extensively in Europe and Asia. He currently lives in Hamilton, ON, writing, recording, performing and selling original art-pop with world and jazz elements. Pip’s own music is influenced by world rhythms and the lute and the […]

Toronto’s Alex Southey is sharing an exploratory new EP of singer-songwriter tracks in collaboration with producer Alex Gamble and saxophonist Ben Dwyer. The EP features focus track, “Athletes,” a contemplative and brooding piece inspired by power dynamics and careerism. The lilting acoustic piece features eerie effects that are juxtaposed with the delicate melodies of Dwyer’s […]

BABO BABY, also known as Jesse Merineau, is a singer-songwriter born in Sault Ste. Marie, ON.  He is now poised to embark on a fresh musical journey, bringing to life a vision he has long dreamed of. Merineau’s past indie-rock act quickly gained traction, captivating audiences and selling out numerous concerts. He achieved a significant […]

Growing up in small-town Oklahoma, Gwyn Love (they/them) knew they were destined for something bigger. Now, as the first-ever American artist signed to Vancouver-based 604 Records, they’re ready to take on the world. Born into a conservative family with eight siblings, Gwyn was introduced to music at a young age; picking up the cello at […]

Now back from Europe, Canadian Billboard-charting recording artist, and alternative soul singer Avery Raquel has entertained audiences professionally for over a decade. Having released four solo albums now to critical acclaim and airplay across North America and the world, her 2022 self-titled release, debuted on the Canadian iTunes Top 200 RnB/Soul album chart at #5. […]