The craft of an artist is often a deeply personal, fine-tuned one; from conception to release, every detail baked into the result is a piece of the mosaic that is the artist.
In a whirlwind online presentation, the East Coast Music Association announced the winners of the East Coast Music Awards. Technically the 2020 ECMA Pre-Awards Show, the winners of 18 music awards, 11 industry awards, and 3 honorary awards were all announced today, leaving a generous handful of big awards and big performances for tomorrow night’s Award Show proper. Continue reading East Coast Music Association Announces First Round of 2020 ECMA Winners→
Gregg Bolger says he used to perform 150 shows a year as a regular entertainer along St. John’s George Street and across Newfoundland. Originally from Torbay, Newfoundland, and now living in Calgary, Bolger finds himself spending more time writing music than performing on stages, but that in itself lends a certain creativity. His latest single, “All I Need” is about finding freedom in music, regardless of where you are.
Soap Opera is back and is more psychedelic than ever with the release of their latest EP, Be Fine. The first of a two-part release, Be Fine is made of all the indie rock sounds we would expect from Soap Opera with an added dose of psychedelia and with a heavier emphasis on rock. And the EP hits on the relevant topic of overcoming uncertainty, which is now more relevant than ever. Continue reading New Music: Soap Opera Hand Us Our New Mantra With ‘Be Fine’ EP→
The only indication of Paige Penney’s age is in the youthful lilt of her voice. Everything else about her suggests wisdom and experience beyond her years. There’s a richness to her storytelling that even some of the most seasoned songwriters can’t seem to nail down. This natural talent is immediately apparent on her debut EP, Watch Out For Your Step.Continue reading New Music: Paige Penney Makes Strong First Impression With Debut Album ‘Watch Out For Your Step’→