With a career spanning nearly four decades and multiple gold and platinum records under their belt, Canadian rock icons Headstones continue their triumphant return with their 11th studio album, BURN ALL THE SHIPS, set for release on September 19 via their new label home, Dine Alone Records. Alongside the announcement comes “Daylight Lightning”, a brooding slow-burn that captures the shock and stillness of life-altering news and a fierce reminder of the band’s raw intensity and unmistakable grit.
Today, beloved Toronto indie outfit Jane’s Party share their irresistible new single, “Comfortable People”. Led by breezy ukulele and layered with lush, dreamy production, “Comfortable People” sees Jane’s Party at their vibiest yet, reflecting on the subtle comforts of modern life.
Today, acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Skye Wallace returns with their captivating new single and video, “Ice Tea,” out now via Tiny Kingdom Music. “Ice Tea” finds Skye embracing the quirky rock grittiness that defined their previous album, while hinting toward a future inspired by her dark folk roots. Co-produced by Hawksley Workman, the track also features performances by Ryan Dahle on guitar and Rachael Cardiello on viola.
Today, BIPOC/Trans-fronted Toronto post-punk powerhouse Chinese Medicine unleash The Trans Agenda, their anticipated sophomore EP, available now via Twin Fang Records. Blending punk, 80s new wave, and a heavy pour of queercore, Chinese Medicine’s new EP doubles down on their uncompromising ethos, thrashing through themes of otherness, systemic corruption, and trans identity with razor-sharp precision. Stream The Trans Agenda HERE
Beloved Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Royal Wood – a two-time JUNO and five-time Canadian Folk Music Award nominee – shares brand-new single and video, “Give It Up”, available now via Cordova Bay Records. Mixed by 5-time Grammy-winner Ryan Freeland, the addictive new track marks Wood’s first offering this year, and is rumoured to be a part of a larger project coming later this fall.