Month: May 2020
Steady, Kendra Kay Q&A and 5 Quick Questions
May 31st, 2020 by Joshua MurrayKendra Kay‘s star is on the rise! The Manitoba Country Music Associations 2019 Female Artist of the Year and Fans’ Choice Artist of the Year has been putting in work on stage, in studio, and behind-the-scenes for years, and it’s time more of us noticed. The first time we saw Kendra live was at Canadian […]
Hesitate, Shae Dupuy Q&A and 5 Quick Questions
May 30th, 2020 by Joshua Murray and 📸 Trish CasslingThe first time we met Shae Dupuy we played a round of 5 Quick Questions with her. It was September 2016 in London, ON during Canadian Country Music Week in the lead up to the CCMA Awards. Shae was new to us, making new connections and memories in her young career, and getting ready to […]
Kip Moore, Wild World Album Review
May 29th, 2020 by Joshua Murray and 📸 Whitney SouthKip Moore is back with his fourth full-length album, Wild World with 13 songs ready for country music fans. The rock-edged country artist from Tifton, Georgia goes to what he does well and what his fans love on this record, starting with Janie Blu and moving all the way through to Payin’ Hard. Heck, these songs […]
5 Quick Questions (and more) with Pacific Estate
May 27th, 2020 by Trish CasslingOn May 6th Pacific Estate, the Burlington four-piece indie rock band, released “34.” “34, is an emotional rollercoaster that takes the listener to the lowest and loneliest places of their mind, then shoots them into euphoria, only to rip it away and repeat the cycle. Reminiscent of a cold and rainy night, the supercharged power […]
Joshua’s Live Music Memories (part 2): WayHome
May 25th, 2020 by Joshua Murray and 📸 Trish CasslingEverything’s on pause this summer – but WayHome got a head start on the trend back in 2018 and we’ve been hoping that someone will hit play again ever since. Over the course of three summers, we saw some cool art, fun music, and big headliners take the stage at WayHome, and it’s easy to […]
Runaway, Ann Chaplin Q&A + 5 Quick Questions
May 24th, 2020 by Joshua Murray and 📸 Trish CasslingBefore Ann Chaplin became one third of country music trio Runaway Angel, she was a solo artist, writing and performing her own music. And now, as we all work through the upside down times that 2020 have brought us, Ann is back with Runaway, her first solo single since 2013. We’ve known Ann since 2014, […]
Things To Consider When Buying A Digital Piano
May 24th, 2020 by thereviewsareinLike any other industry, the world of music comes with various types of tools. Every instrument has a specific purpose, and it also varies with the model, manufacturer, and quality of the sound. Therefore, as you advance in your music career, it is important to choose the best instruments for your task. A digital piano, […]
Trish’s Top Small Club Live Music Memories (Part 1)
May 23rd, 2020 by Trish CasslingNot so long ago, Joshua put up his Joshua’s Live Music Memories (part 1), there were some pretty cool memories. There were some that I was a part of, and some I wished I was (damn you Foo Fighters, I will see you live.) It got me thinking about some of my favourite moments, in […]
Florida Georgia Line, 6-Pack EP Review
May 23rd, 2020 by Joshua MurrayJust in time for the Memorial Day long weekend in the US, country music mega-stars Florida Georgia Line have released a cool half dozen songs on their new 6-Pack EP. The award-winning, Platinum-selling, 10+ billion streamed duo went short this time, and that’s alright. As the follow-up to 2019’s Can’t Say I Ain’t Country, the […]
New Music Spotlight with Neon Trees, USS, Soccer Mommy, Olivia Lunny, and Stuck On Planet Earth
May 22nd, 2020 by Joshua MurrayNew Music from Neon Trees, USS, Soccer Mommy, Olivia Lunny, and Stuck On Planet Earth The New Music Spotlight is back to kick off the weekend with five new songs that we think you’re going to dig. We’ve got pop, alternative, and rock on the docket with a mix Canadian and American talent. Give all […]
Small Town Artillery: Q&A + 5 Quick Questions
May 21st, 2020 by Trish CasslingSmall Town Artillery sound like nothing else you’ve ever heard. The Vancouver-based band (originally from Kaslo, BC) bring together funk and rock, with a large serving of horns, and the result is outstanding. But exceptional music isn’t the only thing that this band has going on. They bring great energy and lyrics that deliver important messaging. […]
The 4 Instruments That Will Give You the Best Workout
May 21st, 2020 by thereviewsareinFinding a fitness routine that works for you can be challenging. Companies and websites offer so many different ways you can burn calories and gain muscle. Many people don’t realize that in addition to typical workouts, many fun leisure activities can make you sweat and get your heart pumping. One such hobby is playing a […]
Taylor Swift City of Lover Review, Videos, and More
May 18th, 2020 by Joshua MurrayOn Sunday night, Taylor Swift gave fans a taste of what they’ve been missing when ABC broadcast her September 2019 City of Lover Concert on TV. The special is now streaming on Disney+ and Hulu for rewatches and fans who weren’t able to catch the original airing. At 41 minutes, the special is shorter than […]
Carly Rae Jepsen Top 10, (Cancelled) 2020 Festival Season Preview
May 17th, 2020 by Joshua MurrayCarly Rae Jepsen is a pop star and a bright light in the world of music. Yes, we all remember the sensation that was Call Me Maybe when it was released in 2011 and how huge it was – but there’s a lot more in her discography to love and sing and dance to. In […]
The Darcys Release Oh, What A World in Support of Unison Benevolent Fund
May 15th, 2020 by Joshua Murrayand 📸 Trish Cassling and 📸 Sydney ButtersOh, What A World – The Darcy’s featuring Jocelyn Alice and Tafari Anthony We got word this week that The Darcys were teaming up with Jocelyn Alice and Tafari Anthony to do two awesome things at the same time. 1) Cover, Kacey Musgraves’ Oh, What A World and 2) Donate all of the streaming royalties […]
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