COUNTRY/ FOLK

GUITARWORKS, the latest album of Mortal Prophets, offers a captivating journey through a series of intricate soundscapes helmed by John Beckmann. Released on December 22, 2023, this collection of guitar-centric compositions showcases Beckmann’s artistry, with influences ranging from ambient treks to Americana. The album opens with “Ascension,” featuring slow and…

Gareth Dunlop’s latest single, “Church,” released on January 5, 2024, via Zenith Cafe, is a tranquil and introspective musical journey that showcases the singer-songwriter’s accomplished production skills. “Church” unfolds with relaxing piano melodies, gently gushing beneath layered piano keys that build slowly and deliberately. Dunlop’s verses are transparent, delivered with…

Award-winning solo acoustic singer Michelle Lockey delivers a powerful, relatable narrative in her latest indie/alt acoustic song, “Why Don’t They Choose Me?” released today, Jan 12. Centered around childhood trauma, stemming from bullying and self-esteem issues, the song starts with acoustic guitars. They heavily strum upfront to create an immersive…

Michael Day’s latest single, “Nan and Pop’s House,” is a poignant journey down memory lane. “Nan and Pop’s House” is filled with layers of guitar that ground the listener in a dreamy, nostalgic atmosphere. Released on Jan 5, this folk gem starts the year reflecting the singer’s roots. He gives…

From Vancouver Island, alt-rock firebrand Vogue Villians unveils their latest sonic scorcher, “Tastes Like Sin.” This is also the fifth intoxicating taste of their forthcoming debut LP, Built On Bones. Released on January 5th, this audacious anthem is anything but a fleeting amuse-bouche. “Tastes Like Sin” is a full-blown sonic…

Released on the 11th of November in 2023, “The Journey (Remastered)” by Backstrom is an uplifting single that encapsulates the spirit of resilience and hope. He draws inspiration from the likes of Johnny Cash and Rolling Stones. Released as a remastered version with Bart Topher on the vocals, the song…

Don’t Call Me Tina’s “Mama” is a raw, blues-rock heart-render of rebellion and self-discovery. The shimmering, cyclical guitars loop like barbed wire around a heart struggling to break free. They build layer upon layer, morphing from delicate whispers to gnarled riffs that mirror the internal conflict brewing within the protagonist.…

“Symbols” by Moontwin, the brainchild of singer-songwriter Maple Bee and XRaydio founder Zac Kuzmanov, invites listeners into a sonic dreamscape as immersive as it is unsettling. Released on Jan 5, the single shimmers with the soft touch of acoustic guitars, stirring like the first tendrils of consciousness in a half-sleep.…

Jakob The Liar shows us how he rebirthed himself in the new year with his latest single, “Sunchild.” Helmed by the Danish-born and London-based alt-pop singer-songwriter Jakob Kupferberg, Jakob The Liar blends transcendental atmospherics with folksy and triballic acoustics. Released on January 5, 2024, as part of his upcoming EP,…

“Animal” by Backstrom offers a captivating exploration of the animal that resides within every human being. The song unfolds with a violin, setting a contemplative and atmospheric tone. As the music gradually builds, the storytelling vocals take center stage, delivering a narrative reflecting on our primal nature. As the song…