Behrooz Mihankhah had already proved just what a creative force he would be when he released the title track from his new album Lydium. And if anything, the refined musicianship that was on display there was an understatement of what we would be treated to on the album proper. Lydium is all at once familiar and unknown, intimate and vast, cozy and explorative. It is a deep look into one of Nova Scotia’s preeminent jazz artists and the sights are something to behold. Continue reading Behrooz Mihankhah’s ‘Lydium’ Merges Notes From Across the World
Horsebath Break Out a Murder Ballad With a Double Bill on ‘Nightfall’
Horsebath has returned with “Nightfall,” a murder ballad inspired by tales heard on the road. Filmed in Halifax’s St. Andrew’s Church, the live performance is a taste of what Horsebath are capable of and offering up an eerie new track on the near side of Hallowe’en. Continue reading Horsebath Break Out a Murder Ballad With a Double Bill on ‘Nightfall’
Swimming Grapple With the Changing of Life and Seasons on Debut ‘That’s OK’
For better or worse, fall is a time for change. People come and go, new chapters begin, leaves change colour—it can be a lot for anyone to handle. All of this makes it the perfect time for Newfoundland emo trio Swimming to release their debut, That’s OK, which is rooted in that very turmoil. Continue reading Swimming Grapple With the Changing of Life and Seasons on Debut ‘That’s OK’
MusicNL Announce 2021 Award Nominees — Kelly McMichael Leads With Five
MusicNL have announce the nominees for their 2021 music awards, first and foremost of which is Kelly McMichael who has received five nominations in the categories of Album of the Year, Rock Artist/Group of the Year, Solo Artist of the Year, Ron Hynes Songwriter of the Year and Fans’ Choice Entertainer of the Year. Continue reading MusicNL Announce 2021 Award Nominees — Kelly McMichael Leads With Five
Loviet Damns the Internet With ‘Picture’
Social media is all fun and games until it absorbs the whole of reality and by the time you have seen too much, you realize there is no escape. That is the theme of your life right now, but it also happens to be the theme of Loviet’s new single, “Picture.” Continue reading Loviet Damns the Internet With ‘Picture’