A songbird in the hand is worth two in the studio. Matt Mays revisits his latest album, Once Upon a Hell of a Time…, to give us Twice Upon a Hell of a Time…, the acoustic re-imagining of the same album. Mays announced the release of the album with its first single, “Ola Volo.” Continue reading Single: ‘Ola Volo’ – Matt Mays Reenvisions ‘Once Upon a Hell of a Time’ For Acoustic Album
Monthly Roundup: August 2018
Another month of back-to-back heatwaves and festivals upon festival, it’s safe to say we are ready for a nap and are welcoming September with open arms. That’s not to say August hasn’t been a fantastic month filled with all of the fun, adventure, and fantastic local music we could ask for—along with a fair amount of driving—we just miss sleeping in our own beds.
So here’s everything that happened in August 2018.
Single: Moira Bren Branches Out for Solo Debut with ‘Wish’
Moira Bren is branching out on her own. Already half of the sisterly duo Moira & Claire that released the popular single “Your Voice,” Moira is taking a moment to explore solo work. She’s released “Wish,” a song that, suitably enough, grasps the double-edged sword of being apart from the people you care about. Continue reading Single: Moira Bren Branches Out for Solo Debut with ‘Wish’
Music Video: Designosaur Debuts with ‘Runaway’
Long live the glory of the 90s! Dartmouth’s Designosaur are proving, that despite the decade’s advanced age, it’s still thriving as a musical genre. The three-piece fuzz-punk band are one more feather in the Maritime’s proverbial cap, proving that while things might be a little slow to change here, we also don’t have to. Continue reading Music Video: Designosaur Debuts with ‘Runaway’
AREA 506 Auction Autographed Replica Guitar For United Way
If you came away from AREA 506 with warm fuzzy feelings, fond memories, and a ringing in your ears you’re probably doing alright, but if you need something more tangible the festival have just the opportunity for you. AREA 506 are currently auctioning off a wooden replica guitar autographed by the festival’s headliners. The festival will be donating the proceeds of the auction to United Way Saint John, Kings & Charlotte. Continue reading AREA 506 Auction Autographed Replica Guitar For United Way