“Hali-Famous” originally appeared on Mike Bochoff’s most recent album, Distractions, as an exclusive Bandcamp offer for those pre-ordering the album, but some things are just too good not to share. Now a year and a half later, the track is being released everywhere as a single. In typical Bochoff style, the song is catchy, low-key hilarious and practically demands a sing-along. It’s also a subtle reminder to appreciate the Mike Bochoffs in your life, lest they all head out West. Continue reading Single: Mike Bochoff Explains the Irony and Struggle of ‘Hali-Famous’
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Single: Surf Rock Meets Ritalin on Sleepless Nights’ ‘Kids On Drugs’
Sleepless Nights made a stunning return in 2017 after a six year hiatus last year with their Keith Hamilton EP. These days Aaron Wallace is championing the Sleepless Nights moniker in Toronto, but he still gets things done back home. In their latest iteration, the band have just released a new single, “Kids On Drugs,” recorded by Joel Plaskett at his New Scotland Yard studio in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, and featuring Walrus’s Jordan Murphy on drums. Continue reading Single: Surf Rock Meets Ritalin on Sleepless Nights’ ‘Kids On Drugs’
Music Video: Wordburglar Brings Chiac To Toronto With ‘Je Ne Care Pas’
Wordburglar might have just hit a personal best (and that’s including his hi-score in Nintendo Power). His usual mix of clever lyrics and subtle shout outs to nerd culture get us going, but toss in a Chiac chorus and c’est right bon. Check out Wordburglar’s new video for “Je Ne Care Pas.” Continue reading Music Video: Wordburglar Brings Chiac To Toronto With ‘Je Ne Care Pas’
New Music: Campbell & Green Explore the Spectrum of Life in ‘On Being Human’
Nova Scotia duo Campbell & Green have released their latest album, On Being Human. Inspired by their tours across Europe, Canada and the human experience itself, the folk posse of Robert Campbell and Cailin Green address life’s highs, lows and everything in between. Continue reading New Music: Campbell & Green Explore the Spectrum of Life in ‘On Being Human’
Single: Andre Pettipas and The Giants Prep For Overseas Festival With ‘The Swedish Motel’
Nova Scotia rock ‘n’ roll outfit Andre Pettipas and The Giants have released a new single, “The Swedish Motel.” Co-produced by Jon Landry of The Stanfields and Jason Jenkyns of CodaPop Studios, the self-proclaimed “grease coast rock ‘n’ rollers” preach the life of a musician in an old-school package. Continue reading Single: Andre Pettipas and The Giants Prep For Overseas Festival With ‘The Swedish Motel’