Back a year after her single release of “Ahead of Myself,” Mo Kenney is here with her subdued rendition of a heartfelt classic: “You Belong To Me.” Though the track differs slightly from her usual style, it still contains Kenney’s signature sound — but with an extra dose of softness and sweetness.
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East Coast Music Association Announces First Round of 2020 ECMA Winners
In a whirlwind online presentation, the East Coast Music Association announced the winners of the East Coast Music Awards. Technically the 2020 ECMA Pre-Awards Show, the winners of 18 music awards, 11 industry awards, and 3 honorary awards were all announced today, leaving a generous handful of big awards and big performances for tomorrow night’s Award Show proper. Continue reading East Coast Music Association Announces First Round of 2020 ECMA Winners
New Music: Mike Bern Pens a Love Letter to His Ancestors on ‘Waponahkew’
There’s a lot of emotion to unpack on Mike Bern’s debut solo album, Waponahkew.
Based out of Tobique First Nation, New Brunswick, Bern was previously involved in award-winning bands Kickin Krotch and District Avenue. Now, he’s packed up his signature folk-rock rasp and set out on his own to deliver a collection of songs that range from deeply personal to simple, bluesy fun. Continue reading New Music: Mike Bern Pens a Love Letter to His Ancestors on ‘Waponahkew’
Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival to Hold 24-Hour Live Stream
Joining the list of festivals to be held online this year is Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival. Held annually on PEI at the Fiddle Grounds near Souris and founded in 1976, the festival will hold its 2020 iteration on July 18th. Though this will be its 44th year, it will be its first in a digital format. Continue reading Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival to Hold 24-Hour Live Stream
Single: Dog Day Returns After Seven-Year Hiatus With ‘Hell on Earth’
Marking the end to their seven-year hiatus and ahead of their upcoming album, Present, Dog Day has released a shoegazey and hazy track to help us ride out the rest of the summer. “Hell on Earth” puts the pop in pop-punk but adds a lo-fi twist.
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