Album Reviews – U.S. Girls, RyanGreenBlue and more

 U.S. Girls - Heavy Light (Toronto, formerly Chicago) It seemed like there was no way Meg Remy could meet the heights of In a Poem Unlimited a second time. By shifting to a more groovy, piano crooner energy on her newest record, she's done just that and made a huge

Album Reviews: February 3, 2020

 La Roux - Supervision (London, UK) Despite the heavy saturation of synth-pop these days, La Roux has found a way to maintain a unique voice of her own. Though this latest release has a lot more cheeky tones to it, it is clearly her attempt to tap into diversify into

A Musical Farewell with Oliver Jones

 Photos by Andre Gagne and supplied by the National Arts Centre. Oscar Peterson watches the sun set from the corner, his piano by his side. A swinging melody plays from above as a couple hurriedly approaches. “I hear he plays just like him,” the woman says, jutting her thumb towards

The Secret Side of Ian Fletcher Thornley

 Ian Fletcher Thornley is best known as the lead singer and guitarist for multi-platinum selling hard rock band Big Wreck. On December 11, he will be stepping on stage as a solo act for what is sure to be a captivating performance at Mavericks. Thornley’s first independent album Secrets was released on

Could This Be Your Shot?

 Round five of Slaight Music’s annual talent search kicks off August 1, and this year’s “It’s Your Shot” is offering up a huge opportunity for Canadian musicians. The prize, which includes promotion from Maple Music Recordings, a professional photo session, an artist website and the chance to perform at a