SINES are a dynamic, political, and endlessly cheeky synth-pop project comprised of two artists living on opposite sides of the world: producer, composer, synth nut, and DJ Jason Wann, based in Portland, and singer/songwriter, visual artist, and director Kitty Richardson, based in Leeds, in the North of England. Despite never actually meeting in person, Wann and Richardson released their first full album together, Gravity, last fall. Wann has said that although the project has released two albums and a few singles prior to Gravity, this album is truly what SINES was meant to be. “The first album was me attempting…
Author: Nadia Elkharadly
Brooklyn-based artist Kaiwei has been making a name for himself ever since he began releasing his glitchy, experimental compositions on Soundcloud five years ago. As a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and creator of ambient soundscapes, the music of Taiwanese native Calvin “Kai-Wei” Chang has been featured in fashion shows, art installations, and, most recently, in the unconventional stage play Dress in Code by Ichen Wang. Now, Kaiwei is back with his debut album, Reprocessor. Kaiwei’s work is truly progressive, pulling inspiration and sounds from several genres and mediums. From jazz instrumentals played largely by himself to sound loops to electronic sound design…
With his most recent singles, “Lighters to the Sky” and “Pretty,” earning nearly 30,000 streams each on Spotify, pop-rock individualist Chandra Nair has captured both fans’ and critics’ attention. Now, he’s back with another uplifting track, “Smile (No Fox Gibbon),” which was released in the fall. “Smile (No Fox Gibbon)” is a clever play on words, transforming the popular phrase into a cheeky, yet profound message about not worrying what others think. True to his unique style, Chandra Nair offers his own twist on this idea. Instead of advocating for apathy, he encourages listeners to find amusement in life’s little…
POST DEATH SOUNDTRACK’s fourth full-length release, Veil Lifter, is a tempestuous 10-track Molotov cocktail that channels doom, grunge, hardcore, and thrash into a crushing new record. Following the orchestrated industrial soundscapes of their third album, It Will Come Out of Nowhere, Jon Ireson and Stephen Moore have taken a sharp turn to an unruly organic live sound. Originally formed in Calgary, the band targeted societal hypocrisies with a blend of rage and sarcasm. Their debut, Music as Weaponry (2008), combined industrial and trip-hop influences to critique Western culture. With Jon Ireson joining after their debut, POST DEATH SOUNDTRACK made the…
In a musical partnership that has officially spanned 20 years, Eric Anders and Mark O’Bitz have explored a variety of genres and formats, but their roots are firmly planted in folk and Americana. With their latest EP, Contrapasso, the duo has become even more entrenched in that Americana sound. By enlisting a number of partner musicians, Anders and O’Bitz have effectively created a rich bluegrass band, infusing their music with a depth and authenticity that reflects the folk tradition. Eric Anders began his music career in the early 2000s, releasing three solo albums and collaborating with Mark O’Bitz on several…
After the success of his debut album Cosmic Flute and its follow-up Cosmic Flute Rides Again, flutist and multi-instrumentalist Jacob ‘NTHNL’ Rudin has delivered what might be his most profound work to date with his latest album, Ontogenesis. This new release, out July 12th, 2024, delves deep into the mind, both musically and scientifically, offering fans a unique auditory experience. Ontogenesis is the third installment in Rudin’s Tranquility Studies series. The project began with the onset the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, and was designed to formalize Rudin’s explorations into creating music that fosters peace and introspection. By blending electronic binaural…
These days you can access just about anything and everything you need online, and now that includes dermatology! DermCafé, the Canadian-founded online dermatology clinic is modernizing the way people in Canada access Board-Certified Dermatologists. Co-founded in 2019 by Dr. Annie Liu, DermCafé provides personalized and rapid-access care with dermatologists in as little as 24 hours and is covered by provincial health insurance plans in Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario. Skin disorders that be treated online at DermCafé include acne, rosacea, facial discolouration, facial rashes, and more. We got the chance to speak with Dr. Liu to learn more about DermCafé…
Lara Taubman, a compelling force in New York’s folk and alternative music scene, has released her latest album, The Gospel of Getting Free. Known for her raw and emotive vocal style, Taubman once again captivates listeners with this hauntingly beautiful collection of songs. Lara Taubman is a performing singer songwriter currently living in New York City. Before she began writing songs in 2015, she was a visual art critic, curator and painter. She has been passionately creating since she can remember, but it was when she committed to singing and songwriting that her personal world changed radically. She was living in…
Raleigh band Pretty Crimes are back with their latest album Every Moment All at Once. With a base of blues rock, main songwriters Dan Irving and Em Edgerton have explored almost every format of indie music one can think of since the band’s inception. Pretty Crimes creates music that ranges from indie rock to art pop, drawing additional influences from electronic music, country-western, 70’s Motown, and much more. Pretty Crimes’ newest album “Every Moment All at Once” is a captivating blend of introspective lyrics, intricate melodies, and a rich tapestry of sound. The band masterfully combines elements of indie rock,…
Today we’re thrilled to be the very first to share the brand new music video “Red Rover” from pop music disruptors Featurette. Toronto-based Alternative Electronic Trio, FEATURETTE release the emboldened and cathartic, “Red Rover”, available now on all platforms worldwide. The song was written and produced by Lexie Jay, Jon Fedorsen and Marc Koecher in the band’s subterranean studio, Illegal Audio in Toronto. Fronted by singer Lexie Jay and backed by bandmates Marc Koecher (Keys/Synth/Guitar) and Jon Fedorsen (Drums/Synths), the Toronto-based trio have been pushing the forefront of alternative electronic pop, with genre-bending dark, bouncy, addictive sounds and thought-provoking lyrics…
No matter how accomplished or successful a person may be, mental health challenges are a universal human experience. In an effort to set examples of healing and to show others that they are not alone, we are speaking to folks who have struggled to now thrive, despite their obstacles. One such individual is Michelle Mak, Director of the Western Communities Foundation. As a child who came to Canada from Hong Kong at the tender age of 9, Michelle has certainly experienced trials and tribulations that could make even the mightiest of mighty falter. Her mother chose to take a huge…
Dental care may seem like a boring topic, but as an adult without the benefit of well, benefits (of the dental and medical variety) I’ve become pretty focused on finding ways to care for my teeth at home to make dentist visits as easy as possible. Despite my determination to do my best when it comes to my teeth, and a recent dentist visit I learned I had to step up my game – my gum game that is. That’s when I made the switch to Philips Sonicare and it’s truly been a dental game changer. To zoom out, it’s…
Those of us who are lucky enough to have a caregiver figure in our lives, this is the season to celebrate them. May is dedicated to those motherly vibes, and we’re here to help you make the mother figure in your life feel valued and celebrated this season. And to that end, we’ve rounded up some out of the box gift ideas that will make that special person feel as loved as they are. A great cup of coffee any time Not all coffee is created equally, and what better time to raise the bar on that beverage than…
The search for the perfect lip colour can feel like a never-ending journey for every makeup lover. It’s a case where are many versions of perfection; that essential nude that completes a vast array of makeup looks, that flattering red that suits your skintone perfectly, or that show stopping, eye popping bold colour that takes true confidence to pull off. Time and again I’ve had the same thought: “I wish I could just make that perfect lipstick for myself!” Well, there’s a company that’s had the same thought, and turned it into a reality. Welcome to the Lip Lab. The…