The time has come once again, dear readers, to render our inboxes into playlists. We’ve scientifically and democratically processed every song sent our way, studied it meticulously, crunched the numbers, to arrive at this: The Best Music of 2021 (so far). This is our playlist. There are many playlists like it, but this one is ours.
Please enjoy responsibly.
Among everything else that happened this month (David Myles turning a funky new page, one of New Brunswick’s longstanding craft breweries going up for sale, Matt Steele admitting to a professional narcoleptic habit, and more), something funny happened. The East took home two East Coast Music Awards (read: they’re in the mail) in the categories of Media Outlet of the Year and Media Person of the Year. We’re pleased as punch and honoured to be the recipients of these awards.
But enough about us! Here is everything we covered in June of 2021.
Cameron Nickerson hasn’t had the best year. With the world going topsy-turvy, Nickerson found himself struggling to cope, and, very wisely, he decided it was time to check out for a bit. Now, we’re learning that Nickerson was productive with his time, despite the challenges he faced to his mental health. His latest single, “What Is Real,” shows Nickerson opening up about those challenges for a co-write with Nova Scotian powerhouse vocalist and award-winning producer, Erin Costelo. Continue reading Cameron Nickerson Checks in After a Quiet Year to Update Us on ‘What Is Real’
You’re only young once. Which is really a shame, considering how much better you’d pull it off on the second try. Reflecting on some of his victories and missteps on his latest single, “So the Story Goes,” Tye Dempsey cranks up the country vibes as he recognizes that, for better or worse, it might have been worthwhile to slow down and smell the roses. Continue reading Tye Dempsey’s ‘So the Story Goes’ is a Personal Theme Song About the Value of Hindsight
Andrew Waite is back with a summertime anthem about finding love the hard way, even if it takes more than a few tries. “Full Time, Tryin’ 2 Luv” would be the feel-good hit of the season, and still can be, if you’re capable of overlooking just how awful dating can be. Continue reading Andrew Waite Puts in the Hours on Summertime Feel-Good Song ‘Full Time, Tryin’ 2 Luv’
