“Blink Twice” finds the Arkells roaring out new tunes filled with vibrant life

 Arkells – Blink Twice (Hamilton, Ontario) Nothing seems to be able to slow down pace or fury of the Arkells, as every few years finds them roaring out with new tunes filled with vibrant life. While maybe not their most distinct album sonically, Arkells are clearly trying to assert a

Folk rock singer/songwriter Jasmyn Gulyas comes of age on her own terms

 Photo credit: Ryan Parent We caught up with Ottawa folk rock singer/songwriter Jasmyn Gulyas on the release for her Debut Single “23” Ottawa Life: Jasmyn, thank you for joining us! We appreciate you sitting down with us today. Let’s get right to it! When did you discover your love for your craft and

City Fidelia releases a scathing confrontation of police brutality

 As the Black Lives Matter movement has gained momentum after the brutal murder of George Floyd, it is important to recognize the violence and dehumanization Black people have experienced for generations. While it is critical to raise awareness about police brutality, it is also important to celebrate the achievements Black

Megan Soo brings her own, unique flavour to K-pop with “Let Me Love Me”

 Twenty-four year old Megan Soo is doing it all. The Toronto born-and-raised multi-talent is an actress, dancer and social influencer – with almost 40k followers on Instagram alone – and she is now making the big step into the music scene with the recent release of her debut single “Let Me

Album Reviews: Gorillaz, Laura Veirs, Ela Minus

 Gorillaz — Song Machine, Season One: Strange Timez (London, U.K.) Trapped inside while everyone else is too, Damon Albarn has somehow managed to craft one of the sharpest Gorillaz records in a while. Whether you need the quirky tones, dancing energy, worldly collaborations or just amazing songwriting, this record delivers

Ottawa’s Queenyy talks time spent in UK and new single ‘That Way’

 Photo credit: Connor Tadao (FLEE NORMALITY) Ottawa musician Queenyy is known for her smooth voice and R&B-influenced beats. However, after an exciting time spent in the UK, recording music at a historic venue, and working alongside seasoned British record producer Marcus Damon, she is ready to unleash something a little

Krista Hartman’s new release Transcend

 Photo: Kamara Morozuk Music is about sharing feeling, and Krista Hartman's latest tale about sustaining love feels like the perfect track for our time of isolation. "I'm Your Garden" is the first release from her new album Transcend, a release she's marking with a single-by-single basis when the first track

DJ Prosper offers some “Mental Motivation” during trying times

 In the midst of the alarming, global pandemic we are currently living through, we can all use a little uplifting as we deal with feelings of helplessness and struggles adapting to a new and very different way of life. Ottawa's very own DJ Prosper is striving to make people feel good

Azym captivates audiences with his catchy performances

 Ever since he could walk, Azym has been singing and dancing to artists such as Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley. Now 15, the Ottawa singer, dancer and actor emulates artists like The Weeknd and Justin Beiber. With his captivating stage presence and vocal talent, Azym was handpicked for an opportunity to

Ottawa singer Sophie D’Orléans celebrates her first release

 Sophie D’Orleans, daughter of a second wave feminist and a scientist turned computer guru, is an indie R&B sing-songwriter and pianist. On March 8, 2020, the Ottawa-based artist will be celebrating the release of her first single, From Me, and performing for the first time with her new trio. With

Rising musician and actor Kyle Meagher talks Anne With An E, new single and more

 Ottawa’s Kyle Meagher’s career is taking off and is not showing any signs of slowing down anytime soon! The 17-year-old musician and actor has demonstrated his rich artistic range and ability over the last few years with his role in the hit CBC & Netflix series Anne With An E and

Nayana Kathleen takes home coveted prizes at ONE Artist Competition!

 When we first set out to do this contest, it was just a concept. It was an idea in our minds that we had envisioned turning into a reality. While we knew it would be daunting, it was something that individually we had wanted to do for quite some time.

Dylan Perkons Escapes to Heal

 While we might expect something rather stripped-down for a singer-songwriter debut, Dylan Perkons manages anything but with The Healing Day. With members of The Luyas, Wooden Sky, L Con and more supporting Perkons through his isolated recording, the album manages to feel welcoming while also full of a life that