Matt Mays has been shaking up his own sound and showcasing his versatility since the release of his 2017 album Once Upon a Hell of a Time… and the 2018 acoustic version of the same album a, Twice Upon a Hell of a Time…. It’s the whole premise of his Howl at the Night tour which will be giving audiences across Canada a taste of both sides.
Ahead of the tour he’s released a brand new pair of singles to emphasize that dichotomy. Working with Matthew Angus of Fast Romantics, Mays hits hard on the dance beats for “Let There Be Love” and then pivots for an acoustic version that’s almost a completely different song. Continue reading Single: Matt Mays’ Double-Release of ‘Let There Be Love’ Kicks Off Tour→
Roxy & The Underground Soul Song don’t beat around the bush with the title of their new album, Stand Up. The Halifax powerhouse hornchestra are straight up championing the cause of championing causes. They’ve thrown it back to the era of the Civil Rights Movement – providing the soundtrack to your next protest with the sound of classic R&B and some heavy nods to the greats. Continue reading New Music: Roxy & The Underground Soul Sound Hit Some Heavy Notes on ‘Stand Up’→
It’s been a year since we have heard new music from Designosaur. This doesn’t mean they haven’t been busy. They’ve been opening for acts like Heart Attack Kids and Little You Little Me, and reminding everyone that they’re still and their time is coming. Continue reading New Music: Designosaur Take Off in a new Direction With ‘Drive’→
Driftwood People are giving us a further taste of the direction they’re taking as band with their latest single, “Always.” They’ve kicked out the stops on their pop machine and cranked up the production, filling the track infectious beats and ‘just so’ vocals that have them primed as Top 40 material. Continue reading Single: Driftwood People Sneak in a Deeper Meaning on ‘Always’→
