Carmel Mikol’s ‘Daughter Of A Working Man’ is eclectic in the way that only the Maritimes can be. Waves of modern folk-pop and electronica crash into the shores of Cape Breton’s traditional fiddle music and sea shanties to make Mikol’s unique sound. Continue reading New Music: Carmel Mikol’s ‘Daughter Of A Working Man’
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New Music: Construction & Deconstruction’s ‘Noli Timere’
In 2013, the world lost Nobel Laureate writer, Seamus Heaney. Reportedly, minutes before his death he texted his wife the latin phrase “Noli Timere”. In English it translates as “Do Not Be Afraid.” Coincidently, 2013 also marked the end of a prolific era of creativity, – five studio albums in six years – for Nova Scotia’s Construction & Deconstruction. Four years later, the dark duo has retuned with a new release titled after the now famous last quote from Ireland’s modern master of poetry. Continue reading New Music: Construction & Deconstruction’s ‘Noli Timere’
New Music: Mary Beth Carty’s ‘Les Biens-Nommés’
Mary Beth Carty (formerly of Bette and Wallet), recently released her debt album ‘Les Biens-Nommés‘ and she might not be just launching a solo career, but pushing herself into the forefront of the next big genre. Continue reading New Music: Mary Beth Carty’s ‘Les Biens-Nommés’
New Music: Gianna Lauren Releases ‘Moving Parts’
It’s been two years since Gianna Lauren released her first single ‘Mistakes’ for her forth coming album ‘Moving Parts’, which almost never saw the light of day. Lucky it’s here now, and worth the wait. Continue reading New Music: Gianna Lauren Releases ‘Moving Parts’
New Music: Stewart Legere’s ‘Quiet The Station’
Stewart Legere’s debut studio album, ‘Quiet The Station’ is a magnificently haunting folk-pop fusion. Legere’s sound rivals that of genre elites Fleet Foxes and Bon Iver while maintaining his identity and originality. Listening to this album is a beautiful experience made possible by Legere’s poetic lyrics, gorgeous harmonies by back-up vocalists, and mesmerizing guitar. Continue reading New Music: Stewart Legere’s ‘Quiet The Station’