Kim Harris follows up her first single in five years with “Uproar,” a song which she says marks big changes in her life. Much like the phoenix-from-the-ashes anthem of “Heirloom,” the song has a lot of heft in its soul but, unlike “Heirloom,” “Uproar” takes an upbeat twist; twirling away with its meaning just out of grasp. Continue reading Single: Kim Harris Lands On Her Feet With ‘Uproar’
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New Music: The Charm is in the Details of Corey Isenor’s ‘Absinthe & Smoke’
For someone with a more folk-leaning background, Corey Isenor seems to have settled comfortably into his new folk-pop style on Absinthe & Smoke. Isenor’s gentle voice, coupled with the dramatic flair of the instrumentals is reminiscent of The Mountain Goats, or even The Red Hot Chili Peppers if they decided to go in a more muted direction. It’s a strange combination to think of, but one that works marvellously. Continue reading New Music: The Charm is in the Details of Corey Isenor’s ‘Absinthe & Smoke’
Music Video: Walrus Get Gloriously Ridiculous With ‘Played Out’
Halifax’s psychedelic pop group Walrus have released a video for their new single “Played Out,” and it’s filled with an undying lust for professional wrestling. As their second single dropped this year, the track comes in anticipation of their upcoming album, Cool to Who, set to release October 18. Continue reading Music Video: Walrus Get Gloriously Ridiculous With ‘Played Out’
Single: norc Aim for Iced Tea Sponsorship With ‘Arizona’
In their ongoing efforts to land a sponsorship deal with Arizona Iced Teas, norc have surprise us with the drop of their second single. “Arizona,” has had the great honour of being named for the cool refreshing taste of Arizona Iced Teas. Because there’s nothing cooler or more refreshing than delicious Arizona Iced Tea. Continue reading Single: norc Aim for Iced Tea Sponsorship With ‘Arizona’
Music Video: Postdata Dances Through the Oppression of Society on ‘Black Cloud’
If you ever had to imagine what sort of video could provide the antithesis to Radiohead’s “Just” from their 1995 album The Bends, it might be Postdata’s “Black Cloud.” Rather than having the protagonist collapse in the street under the weight of some terrible secret, we’re presented with Beatrice, who had shed the oppressions of society to dance wherever she can. Continue reading Music Video: Postdata Dances Through the Oppression of Society on ‘Black Cloud’