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Arkells – “You Can Get It” feat. K.Flay [Listen]Hold upComing out of me, lightning bolt electricityBlow upIt’s tearing at the seams yeah I see it unravelingArkells burst into the spring season with a new banger for us to enjoy during lockdown. “You Can Get It” is a feisty anthem for going after what you want. … Read more
By Kristin Archer Shade – “Controller [Listen] There he goes once again Shade is new evolution of Pet Sun and they’re sounding sharper than ever. The local band is signed to Sleepless Records and are gearing up for big things. This first single from their forthcoming full length record has that familiar dark and doomy sound … Read more
By Kristin Archer Rich Aucoin – “Release” [Listen] Everything Rich Aucoin does is cinematic and bold – it’s an experience. It was crushing to hear that new material was completely lost when his laptop was stolen during a trip in 2016. One track from that EP in the works was salvaged – this instrumental track that now leads … Read more
I Heart Hamilton is excited to premiere the brand new video by Shanika Maria! Shanika Maria is an exciting new local talent that needs to be on your radar. The singer-songwriter releases her EP Childish Games today, available on all music platforms, accompanied by a video for the title track. The EP was recorded, mixed and … Read more
By Kristin Archer TRYAL – “Show Me” [Listen] I want to be Your man you see But I’ve been wrong Oh I’ve been wrong Yes I’ve been wrong If you have experienced the magic that is Alex Samaras, you know how special this album is going to be, before you even listen to it. Often it’s … Read more
By Kristin Archer Compiling my “Best Of” local releases of the year is one of my favourite things to do on I Heart Hamilton – it’s crazy to know this is my 5th year of it. It’s a testament to our incredible scene that it gets more difficult every time to narrow it down to just my … Read more
Episode 097 (Oct. 9/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with Kevin Huynh and Adam Clermont of Serve Ping Pong Bar & Lounge (Grand Opening Oct. 15) + interview with local artist Sugarbones aka Cheyenne Federiconi about her art show “Creepshow” (Oct. 16 at … Read more
By Kristin Archer Hollerado – “Firefly” [Listen] We’re not invincible But we turn the dark into light Hollerado are the happiest band around. I can always count on their music to lift my spirits – best vibes from those guys. This song is no exception, as they turned a terrible situation into a positive and … Read more
Episode 064 (Feb. 6/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer Listen live: http://cfmu.msumcmaster.ca In this episode: Interview with Jen Anisef of Tourism Hamilton about Winterfest (Feb. 7-16) and the launch Feb. 7 at the Waterfront; interview with local artist Ariel Bader-Shamai about HAVN’s Art Auction (Feb. 7); event … Read more