There’s something sweet and earnest about Lovesick Insomniacs, the newest album from Tom Rich Band. Maybe it’s how pleasing to the ear the constant harmonies are, or maybe it’s the homey charm woven into every track. Either way, the album has immeasurable warmth to it. Continue reading New Music: Tom Rich Band Have the Makings of a Favourite With ‘Lovesick Insomniacs’
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Music Video: Stewart Legere Explores the Deep Themes of ‘Carry The River’
Any number of tracks from Stewart Legere’s 2017 album, Quiet The Station, might have stood out as singles. The entire album was full of hits. From its gentler swaying tracks that showed off Legere’s prowess as a songwriter to the infectious low-key dance-inducer “Please Say,” there were no shortage of highlights that made it one of our favourite albums of the year. “Carry the River,” however, grew from a story that Legere felt needed to be told, and he did it his way: with a self-produced music video and a big black cape. Continue reading Music Video: Stewart Legere Explores the Deep Themes of ‘Carry The River’
New Music: bleu Keep it Casual with ‘tropical depression’
Newfoundland-born but Halifax-based group, bleu, have released their third full-length album, tropical depression. Gentle and calm, the album whispers in your ears of times of trouble while cradling you in light and playful instrumentals. Continue reading New Music: bleu Keep it Casual with ‘tropical depression’
Brewster Fest: Closing the Gender Gap in the Beer Industry
Aiming to celebrate women in the beer industry, Good Robot Brewing Company has decided to host their first ever Brewster Festival. Breweries from all around Atlantic Canada have been invited to participate by gathering their female-identifying staff to come up with some new recipes for great tasting beer. Continue reading Brewster Fest: Closing the Gender Gap in the Beer Industry
New Music: Sam Wilson’s Jazz Guitar Breaks Through with ‘Groundless Apprehensions’
Groundless Apprehensions is the impressive debut album of jazz guitarist Sam Wilson. The record highlights the work of Wilson—25—as she collaborates with an ensemble of seasoned Halifax-based players, with Andrew Jackson (Trombone), Paul Tynan (Trumpet), Tom Roach (Drums), and Matt MacLennan (Bass) rounding out the group. Continue reading New Music: Sam Wilson’s Jazz Guitar Breaks Through with ‘Groundless Apprehensions’