Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, Tom Holland, and now, Andrew Moore—in a bizarre twist that extends well past the foreseen scope of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, we’re presented with a situation in which was have to ask “What If…?” to the possibility of Spider-Man finding himself hastily returning from China to play gigs in Moncton.
The latest single from Dillon Ryan & The Dream Romantic is the equivalent of a New Wave lament for having lost the metaphorical thread on the story of your life. The band, based out of Moncton, New Brunswick, wear their influences on their sleeves as they work with producer John Mullane (In-Flight Safety) to channel the ’80s in a big way as “The Story” lays out a tale of two lovers who could benefit from a bit of a refresher. Continue reading Dillon Ryan & The Dream Romantic Wallow in New Wave Heartache on ‘The Story’→
Carving out a niche for one’s sound can be tough. Every musician is a tapestry of influences and tastes, and when artists come together as a group, it can be a task trying to find the way those fit together in a cohesive way. Moncton’s Les Moontunes are navigating those cosmic pools exceptionally well, as evidenced by their self-titled debut of psychedelic jazz explorations. Continue reading Les Moontunes Craft Planetary Soundscapes on Debut Album→
It took Body Paint nearly two years, two bassists, and two producers to get “Mirage” out of the desert. The band struggled to record and produce the single, trying to get the exact sound that they felt the song deserved. After countless hours in the studio, they’ve taken a stab at an early 2000s alt rock vibe with a curious time signature, capturing a sound akin to Crazy Town or a finessed Linkin Park, as they chase down a dream of a questionable nature. Continue reading Body Paint Spend More Than a Year in the Desert Chasing Their ‘Mirage’→
