Fredericton’s new pop-punk outfit, CHIPS, have recently released their debut EP, Dingers. Featuring a roster of seasoned musical veterans from bands such as Hungry Hearts, Oh No Theodore, the Ray Finkles, and the Belle Comedians to name a few, CHIPS have recently been making headlines for winning the Stingray Rising Star Award for their performance at the 2016 Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival. Continue reading New Music: CHIPS’ ‘Dingers’
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New Music: Hello Delaware’s ‘My Mistake’
Hello Delaware writer and frontwoman Dana Beeler has been making some changes. After a solo album, a cross-country tour, and a terrible breakup, she’s punched out her sound with a new producer a full band. Here’s the resulting debut album from Halifax’s Hello Delaware, ‘My Mistake’.
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New Music: Tortue’s ‘Summer In Algiers’
Fredericton three-piece indie/progressive rockers Tortue released their latest album ‘Summer in Algiers’ on September 1st. The eight song release, primarily written by guitar and vocalist Aidan Bullock, pulls together personal experiences and general life happenings, giving the listener a snapshot into his life, but leaves enough room for their own interpretation. Continue reading New Music: Tortue’s ‘Summer In Algiers’
New Music: Owen Meany’s Batting Stance
Owen Meany’s Batting Stance, Halifax’s self-described literary folk outfit and project of ‘Daniel Walker and his friends’, have released a self-titled debut, with enough heft to secure them as the Maritimes’ newest musical darlings. Clever, catchy, and charming, Owen Meany’s Batting Stance features an excellent partnership of brilliant lyricism and a three-part combination of acoustic guitar, drums and bass with the occasional contribution of the keyboard. Continue reading New Music: Owen Meany’s Batting Stance
New Music: Like A Motorcycle’s ‘High Hopes’
For anyone who isn’t a regular fan of the genre, punk rock might all sound the same. It’s about getting out of your small town, getting drunk, and eating pizza – all great ideas. But this four-piece punk rock band from Halifax is anything but stereotypical. The all girl group Like a Motorcycle includes Michelle Skelding (drums, vocals), Jillian Comeau (guitar, vocals), Kim Carson (bass, vocals), and KT Lamond (guitar, vocals). The four have recently released their debut full length album ‘High Hopes.’ The ten song release is dark, dirty and downright amazing. Continue reading New Music: Like A Motorcycle’s ‘High Hopes’