Reviews

Toronto’s fxrrst returns with “Lavender,” their first single since 2021 and a powerful exploration of trauma and resilience. The song, self-produced by Holly and Matt, is as indie-rock as it gets. But 2000s emo fans will also feel at home here. “Lavender” opens with a driving force of incessant guitar…

With a knack for energetic performances, the Canadian country rock band Barstool Confession empowers by turning the most vulnerable emotions within into powerful self-expression with their latest single, “Tamed,” released this May 9. “Tamed” opens with a subtle build-up—a splash of the cymbal followed by guitar tuning, setting the stage…

Abigail Wighton introspectively wanders the lanes not taken in love in her latest single, “If You Let Me,” released on May 3. This song is going to hit a cord with those of you who have experienced unrequited love and the lingering “what ifs.” The song begins with Abigail’s soft…

Liz Nash’s latest single, “Boo Boo Betty,” released on May 1, is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of mental health through the lens of a fictional character. As a part-time psychiatric nurse, Nash brings a unique and authentic perspective to her songwriting, using it as a therapeutic outlet to delve into…

Big Jayyy takes us into his psyche in his latest single, “Split,” released on April 20. The song is a dynamic and introspective conversation between Big Jayyy and his alter ego, drawing inspiration from the movie and book Fight Club. Recorded in Big Jayyy’s small home studio, and mixed and…

Santa Claws is back with a bang, releasing their latest single, “Gimme a Minute,” on May 3, a tantalizing taste of their upcoming album. After an intense hiatus and setbacks, Santa Claws overcame countless hurdles and channeled their journey into another track of their upcoming album that’s as raw and…

HATS™ has dropped a mesmerizing new single, “Last Stop,” that showcases their flair for creating hauntingly beautiful music. Inspired by the ethereal and evocative sounds of ANOHNI, Radiohead, and Kate Bush, “Last Stop” is a dark pop masterpiece that pulls you into its enigmatic atmosphere from the very first note.…

The Powerhouse Fellowship Soul Choir, the Scarborough, Toronto ensemble, has struck gold with their new single, “God is Good.” Featuring the director and writer Shawn Cotterell(directed with Jared Marino), this joyful anthem praises and appreciates the divine grace and the bountiful goodness bestowed by God. “God is Good” kicks off…

AG GATLING revises on the gift of God in his latest gospel, R&B, and hip-hop single, “Name It,” featuring the powerhouse vocals of Latice Crawford and the dynamic flow of READYAVE. “Name It” opens with a casual dialogue between AG and his brother Chris, setting a reflective and intimate tone.…

East Sussex singer-songwriter Matt Saxton gets real about the challenges of long-term relationships in his latest single, “Take It or Leave It.” This folk-rock ballad poignantly explores love, loss, and the choices we make along the way that can either build us or break us all apart. “Take It or…