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Music, New Releases, pop, rock

AMS Radio Release Halloween Compilation Album “Creepin’ It Real”

Our pals over at AMS Radio have released a new compilation album just in time for Halloween. “Creepin’ It Real” is a spoopy collection of tracks featuring artists like Brian Lambert, Marc Schuster, Voodoo Planet, Scoopski, Never Say Never & Quizboy whom we’re all rather fond of if we may say so. It may also feature us. Our collaboration with The Oscuritans made the cut … Continue reading AMS Radio Release Halloween Compilation Album “Creepin’ It Real”

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Music, New Releases, pop punk

Springs of Autumn Release EP “Fourteen”

Today we’re featuring the new 6-song (not 14) EP by Germany-based pop-rock/pop-punk band Springs of Autumn. Founded by five Lübeck natives with a shared passion for 2000s punk, the band has been combining nostalgic influences from Blink-182, Sum 41, and Good Charlotte with a modern, distinctive sound since 2011. With powerful guitar riffs, driving drum grooves, and emotional vocals, Springs of Autumn tell authentic stories … Continue reading Springs of Autumn Release EP “Fourteen”

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ambient, instrumental, Music

18 Seconds Release “Plat de résistance”

Today we’re featuring 18 Seconds and their new album Plat de résistance, a cinematic instrumental record as emotionally rich as it is delicate. Influenced by artists like The Smashing Pumpkns and Godspeed You! Black Emperor, 18 Seconds is the solo project of Quebec-based composer Pascal Normand. About the record: In a world shaken by turmoil, where violence and intolerance increasingly prevail, resistance becomes essential. With … Continue reading 18 Seconds Release “Plat de résistance”

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News

Draw The Line on September 20th

This Saturday, September 20th, join the call for people, for peace & the planet by participating in the Draw The Line march and rally at Queen’s Park. For those outside of the Toronto area, head to https://drawtheline.world/ to find an event near you. What It Means: From rallies to strikes, marches to gatherings, this September 20th, communities will mobilize across the country and demand that Prime … Continue reading Draw The Line on September 20th

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Resources

New Resource Link: Domestic Violence Prevention

We’ve added a new article and resource link to the mental health resources page. This one comes to us after a reader reached out to us to share this article from OnlineMFTPrograms.com pertaining to domestic violence prevention written by Jessica White. The resource covers signs of domestic violence, the common difficulties of escaping a domestic violence situation and steps you might want to take after … Continue reading New Resource Link: Domestic Violence Prevention

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country, New Releases

Sean Magwire Releases Echoes in the Wind

Sean Magwire’s Echoes In The Wind was a very welcomed find in our submission box. It released officially on March 28th and we’ve given it a few spins since, each time getting a little more lost in its well-crafted melodies and warm sounds. Described as an introspective journey through themes of love, loss, and redemption, Magwire’s effortless Americana-storytelling would appeal to fans of Alan Doyle, … Continue reading Sean Magwire Releases Echoes in the Wind

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Music, pop punk, rock

Goodnight Sunrise Release Album “Get A Life”

Get A Life is the 4th studio album by Toronto-based punk-rock outfit Goodnight Sunrise led by Vanessa Vakharia (keytar, vocals) and David Kochberg (guitar, vocals). Released by Rejection Records, it’s a high-energy, melody-driven 8-track anthemic album that explores feelings of inadequacy, jealousy, social pressures and finding the strength to drown out the negativity that plagues us from living full, happy lives. Per the duo, “GET … Continue reading Goodnight Sunrise Release Album “Get A Life”

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Storytelling

CF Goes to Seattle (Part 3: Plans)

Obviously I didn’t expect Donald Trump to completely lose his mind and start attacking my homeland Canada publically when I was originally making my plans to visit Seattle, although at this point I can’t say it caught me in any way by surprise either. In all honesty I don’t take much of what he says seriously anymore – I know I should, but he’s clearly … Continue reading CF Goes to Seattle (Part 3: Plans)

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Canadian, Travel

CF Goes To Seattle (Part 2: What Sara Said)

After spending as much time as I could with Dakota and reassuring him I’d be back in no time (leaving him is always really tough, I’ve only ever done it a handful of times in his 9 years), I was off to the airport. It’s a nice change flying within Canada since I didn’t have to be at the airport as early as usual, although … Continue reading CF Goes To Seattle (Part 2: What Sara Said)

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live music, Music, Music Reviews, Travel

CF Goes To Seattle (Part 1: The Detour)

We’re back for another installment of our travel series CF Goes To… and this time we set our sights to the rocky shores of Seattle, Washington. We snagged tickets to Death Cab For Cutie’s hometown kickoff show celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Plans with the intent of deepening our understanding and connection to the band’s major label debut and of course, answering a critical, pressing … Continue reading CF Goes To Seattle (Part 1: The Detour)

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