The saxophone is schmaltzy. Every connotation derived from each note signifies something cheesy and unappealing. Continue reading “Renny Wilson – Sugarglider”
Stephen Fearing – Between Hurricanes
When you’re considered one of the best in your field, like Stephen Fearing, expectations are much higher, perhaps unfairly so. Continue reading “Stephen Fearing – Between Hurricanes”
From Giants – This Burden is Light
From Giants’ new EP This Burden is Light is another addition to the growing body of excellent Manitoba folk. Continue reading “From Giants – This Burden is Light”
James Blake – Overgrown
Post-dubstep is a somewhat nebulous label that has been applied to sounds as disparate as brostep to revivalist UK garage. Continue reading “James Blake – Overgrown”
The Burning Hell – People
The latest from hyperactive pop troubadours is a treat, both for longtime fans or those who are new to the band. Continue reading “The Burning Hell – People”
Eagle Lake Owls – Eagle Lake Owls
Eagle Lake Owls began in Timmins, as an Andy Cole solo project and ended up as a band in Winnipeg with Dominique Lemoine on vocals, trumpet, and glockenspiel, and cellist Nathan Krahn. Continue reading “Eagle Lake Owls – Eagle Lake Owls”
Clutch – Earth Rockers
It’s fitting that the ultimate new school dad-rockers, Clutch, have released their tenth album in time for Father’s Day. Continue reading “Clutch – Earth Rockers”
Youth Lagoon – Wondrous Bughouse
Wondrous Bughouse turns out to be a surprisingly appropriate title for the second album from Trevor Powers. Better known as Youth Lagoon, the 22 year old’s sophomore record is a study in life, mortality and curiosity. Continue reading “Youth Lagoon – Wondrous Bughouse”
Rob Waddell – Everything Is From Now On
The 11 tunes on Rob Waddell’s third solo disc are sure to be a treat for fans of well arranged folk music and literate lyrics. Continue reading “Rob Waddell – Everything Is From Now On”
Pick a Piper – Pick a Piper
Destined to be most recognized as “the side project of the drummer from Caribou,” Pick a Piper follows in the same style of electronic footprint as Caribou. Continue reading “Pick a Piper – Pick a Piper”