Prepare to have your mind blown by the new video from Walrus. Animated by Chad VanGaalen, the video is like a psychedelic Where’s Waldo exercise in nihilism. Good luck finding whatever it is you’re looking for. “Half Smoke” is everything, and it is nothing. It is the Alpha and the Omega, the best of times and the worst of times, what you had for breakfast and what you’ll eat for dinner. It is your inner demons and the salvation of self acceptance. Mostly, it is available for you to watch right now. Continue reading Music Video: Walrus’ Surreal Story of Misery Gets Over the Top Animation on ‘Half Smoke’
Single: Beauts Fixate on the Details With ‘Good Measure’
Beauts have been working on something. Or maybe working through something. Their latest single is the two-parter follow-up on the low-key mania of their last release, “The City Loves Me.” Where the previous track questioned the merits and sacrifices of complex organic beings imposing the structure society of city life upon ourselves, “Good Measure” attempts to come to grips with the dehumanizing effects of modern living and the disconnect that can form between family, friends, and communities. Continue reading Single: Beauts Fixate on the Details With ‘Good Measure’
New Music: Diner Drugs Get Loud With ‘As Is’
Diner Drugs have been steadily making a name for themselves. They’ve developed a reputation for the live performances, keeping themselves steadily on the road and recently opening up for well known acts like Cancer Bats. This four-piece stoner rock crew has finally released their much anticipated new album, As Is, and on Friday the 13th no less. Maybe this album will be the band’s good luck charm? Continue reading New Music: Diner Drugs Get Loud With ‘As Is’
Music/Musique NB Announces Nominees For 2019 Prix MNB Awards
Music/Musique NB have announced the nominees for their 2019 Prix MNB Awards, and Les Hôtesses d’Hilaire, Matt Boudreau and Tomato/Tomato are showing the strongest presences. Each of the three are nominated in five categories for this year. Continue reading Music/Musique NB Announces Nominees For 2019 Prix MNB Awards
Single: Aquakultre Talks Perspective and Understanding on ‘I Doubt It’
Opening with a toe-curling horn section before tearing in with some gutting powerhouse lyrics and culturally drenched shout-outs, Aquakultre teases us with the first glimpse at their upcoming full-length album, Legacy, and it is dangerously catchy. Continue reading Single: Aquakultre Talks Perspective and Understanding on ‘I Doubt It’