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A New Perspective on Change Arrives in Denver with Lori Montry’s You’re Not the Problem
In a culture that often tells people to try harder, stay disciplined, and push through discomfort, Lori Montry’s upcoming book launch event in Denver offers a different starting point. Her message is simple but powerful. Many of the struggles people blame on themselves may have far deeper roots.
By Chris Adamsabout 5 hours ago in BookClub
SCOT “LITTLE” BIHLMAN UNVEILS TWO NEW TRACKS FROM FORTHCOMING ALBUM HEAVY HEAD
Scot “Little” Bihlman continues to chart the course toward his forthcoming album Heavy Head with a two track release through V13 Music. The contemplative single “Seems Like Yesterday” arrives alongside the instrumental interlude “The Devil’s Cradle,” and together they offer a deeper look at the tone and direction of the project. Heard side by side, the songs feel connected, widening the emotional landscape of the record before guiding it into something more intimate.
By Chris Adamsabout 6 hours ago in Beat
Glimmerjean & Goode Explore Darker Grooves on New Single "Injured Romantics"
Toronto-based rock n’ soul duo Glimmerjean & Goode return with “Injured Romantics,” a moody, rhythm-driven disco-rock single that explores the existential nature of life and love. Blending darker lyrical themes with an infectious groove, the track finds the duo leaning into unexpected territory while continuing to expand their evolving sound.
By Chris Adams4 days ago in Beat
Saul Damelyn Opens the Doors to Memory, Art, and Reckoning
There is something quietly assured about “Museum of Love,” the debut single from Saul Damelyn and British indie imprint Damelyn Records. Its lyric video world premiere does not simply illustrate the song. It builds a world around it. What emerges is a visual meditation on memory and attachment that feels thoughtful rather than ornamental, grounded rather than grand.
By Chris Adams9 days ago in Beat
TubeFreeks Debut New Single “Flower” Co-Written with Sevendust’s Clint Lowery
Hard rock band TubeFreeks have released their newest single “Flower,” co-written with Clint Lowery of Sevendust. The song arrives alongside a new music video directed by nationally recognized filmmaker Tom Flynn. “Flower” showcases TubeFreeks’ ability to merge melodic heaviness with the raw intensity of contemporary rock. It carries the hook-laden energy reminiscent of peak post-grunge while feeling immediate and present in its execution. The track is driven by complex drum patterns and heavy rhythm guitar that create tension and motion throughout the verses. At the center, frontman Paul van Valkenburgh delivers a vocal performance that is raw, distinct, and unmistakably his own. His voice cuts through the dense instrumentation while maintaining emotional clarity, allowing listeners to feel both the urgency and the intimacy of the song.
By Chris Adams19 days ago in Beat
Ellie Heath Embraces the Absurdity of Growing Up on New Single “Too Old (For This Shit)”
Edmonton, AB singer-songwriter Ellie Heath returns with “Too Old (For This Shit),” a witty, uplifting indie pop anthem that leans into the absurdity of aging without ever feeling like a grown-up. Playful yet pointed, the track captures the familiar feeling of being a kid in adult clothes, paying bills, following rules, and quietly wondering when adulthood is supposed to click into place.
By Chris Adams24 days ago in Beat
Arkells Announce New Album Between Us, Out April 17, Share First Single “Next Summer”
Nine-time JUNO Award winners Arkells have announced their brand new album Between Us, set for release on April 17 via Universal Music Canada and Virgin Music Group. Produced and recorded in Los Angeles with Grammy Award winner John Congleton, whose credits include St. Vincent, Death Cab for Cutie, and Wallows, the album marks a new chapter for the Hamilton band, blending immediacy, vulnerability, and communal spirit across eleven tracks.
By Chris Adams24 days ago in Beat
Beau Nectar Unpack Obsession and Collapse on “Tulip,” Featuring Vox Rea
Bilingual electro-pop duo Beau Nectar, made up of singer-songwriters Marie-Clo and éemi, return with “Tulip,” a striking new single that blends sharp pop instincts with historical reflection. Featuring Vancouver’s acclaimed electro-pop duo Vox Rea, the track is a vibrant and unsettling meditation on beauty, obsession, and the inevitability of collapse. Taken from their upcoming album Dandy, out May 2026 via Indica Records, “Tulip” reframes a little-known moment in history as a mirror for the modern world’s volatile standards of value and desire.
By Chris Adamsabout a month ago in Beat
Greg Boyer Reflects on Emotional Stillness in “Perfectly Gone”
Veteran songwriter Greg Boyer has long been celebrated for his ability to convey emotion with subtlety, and his latest release, “Perfectly Gone,” is a testament to that artistry. The track is a spare, thoughtful folk-pop reflection shaped by restraint, atmosphere, and emotional economy. Inspired by a breakup and written during a period immersed in rockabilly and folk influences, the song does not unfold as a lament. Instead, it presents a moment of calm acceptance, an acknowledgment rather than a reckoning. The result is music that moves with quiet precision, allowing listeners to inhabit the space between thought and feeling.
By Chris Adamsabout a month ago in Beat
Echoes of Light: Mark Fenster’s Journey Through Sound and Spirit
Following his ongoing exploration of music as a conduit for healing and connection, Gabriola Island-based composer, vocalist, and meditation leader Mark Fenster unveils his latest single “Sacred Yearning” – a meditative, neo-classical journey blending the spiritual traditions of Indian Classical music with Western strings and vocalese. The track conveys a heartfelt longing to connect with the Divine, capturing both the devotion and joy inherent in musical collaboration.
By Chris Adamsabout a month ago in Beat
Perfect Girl: Lauren Minear’s Bold Exploration of Womanhood and Perfection
New York–based alt-pop singer-songwriter Lauren Minear returns with “Perfect Girl,” a razor-sharp, darkly playful exploration of what it means to be a woman expected to shapeshift endlessly to please others. Written from the perspective of a fictional, satirical character, the track leans into the absurdity of “perfection” and the way chasing it strips away humanity in the process.
By Chris Adamsabout a month ago in Beat
