All posts by Maggie McLean

New Music: Adam Baxter Showcases Raw Talent in Acoustic ‘Open And Shut’

Just months after the release of Domestic, Adam Baxter is back with a surprise intimate collection of acoustic tracks. Recorded in a single day and bringing nothing to the table but his voice and a single guitar, Open And Shut is a true testament to Baxter’s talent as a musician. Continue reading New Music: Adam Baxter Showcases Raw Talent in Acoustic ‘Open And Shut’

New Music: Explore a World of Jazz on The Blue Lane’s Double Album ‘Blue Land (SOLAR/LUNAR)’

Halifax jazz trio The Blue Lane have created an entirely new world with their double concept album, Blue Land. The album is split into two parts – SOLAR and LUNAR. What makes these two sides different is open to interpretation, but they are nonetheless presented by the band as opposing paths. Both parts explore various ‘areas’ of Blue Land, taking us through landmarks of the kingdom and detailing a day in the life of its residents. Continue reading New Music: Explore a World of Jazz on The Blue Lane’s Double Album ‘Blue Land (SOLAR/LUNAR)’

New Music: Adam Baxter Brings Us Home With Latest Album ‘Domestic’

It’s fitting that Adam Baxter chose home and family as the theme for his latest album, ‘Domestic.’ Aside from the obvious lyrical themes, the sound itself is warm and encouraging, reminding one of times spent with family around a fire or kitchen table. Continue reading New Music: Adam Baxter Brings Us Home With Latest Album ‘Domestic’