Canada’s own Royal Wood is back with his new album, Ghost Light, out April 22nd. Wood released the album in the midst of his ongoing Canadian tour, which includes a special album release show at Ottawa’s NAC South Hall on May 6th, followed by shows at Toronto’s Danforth Music Hall and three nights at London, ON.’s … Continue reading Q&A: Royal Wood talks “Ghost Light”, fashion, and his Bay St. beginnings
Interviews
Q&A: Metric’s Joshua Winstead talks going solo with “MMXX”
Most know him as the bass player for acclaimed Canadian indie rock band Metric. But Joshua Winstead is about to release his debut solo album, MMXX, on June 3rd via Royal Cut Records. The album features Winstead in his own space, and utilizing a variety of instruments to create a sound much different from what we’re used to … Continue reading Q&A: Metric’s Joshua Winstead talks going solo with “MMXX”
Q&A: ViceVersa on their ongoing legal battle with Vice Media
ViceVersa. When Los Angeles-based indie rock band ViceVersa received a cease and desist letter from Vice Media they were stunned. The alternative youth media empire headed by CEO Shane Smith is demanding that the struggling band immediately shut down their online presence and stop selling any branded merchandise. In addition, Vice Media wants to see … Continue reading Q&A: ViceVersa on their ongoing legal battle with Vice Media
Q&A: She Drew The Gun talks “Memories of the Future”, playing Glastonbury 2016, and dream festival lineups
She Drew The Gun is a band on the rise. Having recently won the Glastonbury Music Festival’s Emerging Talent Competition, which awarded them the chance to hit the main stage at this year’s festival, the UK psych-pop band will release their debut album, Memories of the Future, on April 22nd, which was produced by The Coral’s James … Continue reading Q&A: She Drew The Gun talks “Memories of the Future”, playing Glastonbury 2016, and dream festival lineups
Q&A: Andrew Bird talks “Are You Serious”, gun violence, and Donald Trump
Best known for his astounding storytelling abilities, Andrew Bird recently released a new album that has propelled him into a new category of American songwriters. Are You Serious is a powerful trip through Bird and his wife’s struggle with a life-threatening illness, their first born child and their beautiful love story. While he’s known for … Continue reading Q&A: Andrew Bird talks “Are You Serious”, gun violence, and Donald Trump
Q&A: Junior Boys talk “Big Black Coat”, 80’s music, and Hamilton winters
Junior Boys are back with their new album Big Black Coat, released February 5th via City Slang. A strikingly energised and intuitively dynamic set of songs, Big Black Coat is shaped by what Jeremy Greenspan and Matt Didemus have been doing in the five years since their last release, It’s All True, in 2011. The Hamilton, Ontario duo … Continue reading Q&A: Junior Boys talk “Big Black Coat”, 80’s music, and Hamilton winters
Q&A: Zakk Wylde on “Book of Shadows II”, working with Ozzy, and advice for young metalheads
While guitar god Zakk Wylde is widely known for his work with Black Label Society and Ozzy Osbourne, the New Jersey-born shredder will release his second solo album, Book of Shadows II, on April 8th via eOne Music - his first solo release in 20 years. In our new interview, Wylde talks about his new … Continue reading Q&A: Zakk Wylde on “Book of Shadows II”, working with Ozzy, and advice for young metalheads
Q&A: Kieran Mercer on “Help Me Help You,” touring with Walk Off The Earth, and Marianas Trench
Vancouver native Kieran Mercer kicks off his Canadian tour tonight (March 9), alongside Walk Off The Earth and 604 Records label-mate, Marianas Trench. Mercer released his debut EP, Help Me Help You, on February 26th via 604 Records, and touches on the troubles that come with love and heartache, showcasing his songwriting abilities. Getting to … Continue reading Q&A: Kieran Mercer on “Help Me Help You,” touring with Walk Off The Earth, and Marianas Trench
Q&A: Tal Wilkenfeld on opening for The Who, moving to America, and musical influences
Australian bassist Tal Wilkenfeld has been playing alongside legends like Jeff Beck, Steven Tyler, Prince, Ringo Starr, Sting, Eric Clapton, and Mick Jagger since she was in her teens. Now, she’s opening for The Who on their ‘The Who Hits 50’ tour, as well as going out on her headlining tour. Wilkenfeld told us in … Continue reading Q&A: Tal Wilkenfeld on opening for The Who, moving to America, and musical influences
Q&A: Spencer Chamberlain on the rebirth of Underoath
Underoath broke a lot of hearts when they broke up in 2013, and none of them thought they’d ever get back on stage together again, until now. Since their reunion announcement last summer, they’ve announced the full-fledged “Rebirth Tour”, which will see the Florida sextet touring across North America playing two fan favourite albums (They’re … Continue reading Q&A: Spencer Chamberlain on the rebirth of Underoath
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