Not everyone finds their way to their passions straight out of the gate. For Kristen Martell of Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, it took her music career a little extra time to percolate as things took a back burner to the demands of raising a family and maintaining a career – neither of which fit comfortably into a touring lifestyle. That finally culminated in 2018 when Martell got back into the habit of song-writing – with “We Learn” emerging as her debut single. Continue reading Single: Kristen Martell Debuts With Some Existential Facts on ‘We Learn’
MusicNL Announces Longlist For 2019 MusicNL Awards
Ahead of their December 4th, 2019 press conference, MusicNL have announced their longlist nominations for their annual MusicNL Awards. Most prominent among today’s nominations are Rum Ragged, Jenina MacGillivray, and Eastern Owl with four nominations, followed by Nick Earle, Christian Howse, Adam Baxter, Cicerone, Youngtree & The Blooms, and Rozalind MacPhail with three nominations each. Continue reading MusicNL Announces Longlist For 2019 MusicNL Awards
New Music: Joey Robin Haché is Defying Conventions with ‘Trente’
Depicting a year in its 13 tracks, Joey Robin Haché’s newest album, Trente, provides listeners with a collection of auditory commentaries on some of life’s less-beautiful moments and realities. It aims to sidestep norms and expectations while taking listeners on a journey through a compilation of thoughts and emotions Haché experienced over the span of its making: his 31st year.
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New Music: Paige Penney Makes Strong First Impression With Debut Album ‘Watch Out For Your Step’
The only indication of Paige Penney’s age is in the youthful lilt of her voice. Everything else about her suggests wisdom and experience beyond her years. There’s a richness to her storytelling that even some of the most seasoned songwriters can’t seem to nail down. This natural talent is immediately apparent on her debut EP, Watch Out For Your Step. Continue reading New Music: Paige Penney Makes Strong First Impression With Debut Album ‘Watch Out For Your Step’
Single: Open Strum – New Brunswick Band Brings in Dave Matthews Band Saxophonist for ‘What We Need Is Love (feat. Jeff Coffin)’
In a twist that almost needs to be seen to be believed, Memramcook band Open Strum have crafted a new tune that features none other than Dave Matthews Band and Bela Fleck & the Flecktones saxophonist Jeff Coffin, making “What We Need Is Love” a lowkey reggae track with an upbeat message and a sweet sax solo. Continue reading Single: Open Strum – New Brunswick Band Brings in Dave Matthews Band Saxophonist for ‘What We Need Is Love (feat. Jeff Coffin)’