In 2018, Les Hôtesses d’Hilaire attempted something more ambitious than most band ever attempt: a concept album that gave birth to a theatrical rock opera. The charismatic characters’ larger-than-life stage presence already seemed indiscernible from any stage production spectacle, and their critically-acclaimed album, Viens avec moi, translated perfectly.
In December, 2019, Les Hôtesses d’Hilaire performed the last show of the Viens avec moi tour at the Grand Theatre in Quebec City and, luckily, someone had the foresight to record it all. Tonight, for the first time, the whole production is being broadcast via the band’s Facebook page. Continue reading Les Hôtesses d’Hilaire to Broadcast Entire ‘Viens avec moi’ Rock Opera→
Watermark, the story collection from Christy Ann Conlin, is striking in many ways, but I was not prepared for the emotional resonance that sprung forth from its pages.
The collection is made up of eleven stories, many taking the reader into the Annapolis Valley, but it is not the place many of us may feel familiar with. This is a stark and sometimes dark place, hiding mysteries and threats that we may only be mildly aware of until it is too late.
A Separation of Being is the latest release by Calgary-born, Nova Scotia-based multimedia artist Jay Crocker, better known as JOYFULTALK. Part of a larger whole, the album proper is one aspect of a project that also encompasses a massive technicolour painting containing the score. Continue reading New Music: JOYFULTALK Displays ‘A Separation of Being’→
Timely, soothing, and nostalgic, Kristen Martell’s third preview of her upcoming album has revealed itself to be “Fade Away,” her latest single. The folk artist from Nova Scotia’s Mahone Bay once again weaves her signature, intimate style into a heartfelt reminder that we need to take care of ourselves. Continue reading Single: Kristen Martell Champions Self-Love on ‘Fade Away’→
Sometimes, you just need a good old rhythm and blues tune to unwind, reminisce, or just get you through the day. Rey D’s new single, “Loyal” is just what the doctor ordered. The award-winning artist combines his rejuvenating, soulful voice with subtle-yet-poignant instrumentals in this gentle take on melancholy and romance. Continue reading Single: Rey D Drops a Soulful Gem With ‘Loyal’→
