Two years after first forming, Charlottetown-based indie rock trio Absolute Losers have released a pair of guitar-drenched debut singles, “Astray” and “Coexist.” Inspired by the sounds of Alberta’s art-rock scene, particularly bands like Women, Preoccupations, and Faux Fur, Daniel Hartinger (drums), Josh Langille (guitar), and Sam Langille (bass, lead vocals) decided they wanted to get in on the fun themselves. Continue reading Absolute Losers Work Through Anxiety and Turmoil on Debut Singles ‘Astray’ and ‘Coexist’
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Robbie Tucker Looks to Roy Orbison and The Beatles for ‘Nevermore’ and ‘Mr. Felix Del Tredici and the Time Machine’
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.
He has just released a pair of singles from the fantastical world contained within his upcoming seventh album, Blue Candy, and, given the stylistic gulf between the two, they’re a pretty good example of how broad Tucker’s creative horizon is. Continue reading Robbie Tucker Looks to Roy Orbison and The Beatles for ‘Nevermore’ and ‘Mr. Felix Del Tredici and the Time Machine’
Monthly Roundup: June 2021
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 Checks in After a Quiet Year to Update Us on ‘What Is Real’
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’
Tye Dempsey’s ‘So the Story Goes’ is a Personal Theme Song About the Value of Hindsight
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