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By Kristin Archer Delta Days – “Party Tonight” [Listen] All the boys say It’s alright All the girls say Party tonight Delta Days’ debut record A Round Town kicks off with quite literally a party and continues rockin’ and rollin’ right through. The band is an alternative folk rock/country gang of musicians you’ll know from around town … Read more
By Kristin Archer It’s that time again, my friends. Every year it’s a pleasure to be exposed to so much local music and to be continually inspired by the talent in this city. I didn’t get to compile as many monthly Playlists as I would have liked to in 2017 but I’m grateful I can share local … Read more
By Kristin Archer Redanda – “Forlorn” [Listen] I feel a caution in the wind that forbids me to begin And when I see you in my dreams, it shows what might have been I first connected with the dudes of Redanda five years ago (so crazy!) and they became fast favourites of mine. The band’s latest … 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 Timid, the Brave – “Alice” [Listen] And I cannot believe You slept with your bed by the door Always ready to go Local label Other Songs Music starts the year off strong with Firesale, the first release from artist Timid, the Brave (Tim Selles) since his debut EP in 2012. The soft melodies and … Read more
By Kandel Kindred Dan Edmonds – “Love Can Be A Tunnel” [Listen] Just like the highway bridge Bound to break and be reborn Dan Edmonds (pretty much Hamilton’s Bob Dylan) has teamed up with videographer and artist Taylor Heres to make us something pretty. damn. cool. “Love Can Be A Tunnel” is something you want to sway … Read more
By Kristin Archer Jennifer Budd – “Church” [Listen] Let’s go to church Jennifer Budd is a dynamic new local artist on my radar. She released her first album Lip Service last November and it was recorded with my fave producer, Michael Keire at Threshold Studio. It’s an impressive debut and an amazing introduction to the artist … Read more