Robbie Tucker is proving to be a real wildcard. We were introduced to the Miramichi-based artist through his unconventional Christmas album, Peppermints, and while that might seem like an odd jumping-off point, we’re learning that strong left turns is exactly what we should expect from Tucker.
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.
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→
