By Gurman Sahota, January 17 2017 —
After nearly five years since the release of their last album, the xx return with their third studio album I See You. The album is an ode to heartbreak, loss and surprising clarity. … Read the rest
While 2016 was generally not a great year for politics, the environment and the many celebrities who passed away, the year was undoubtedly a pretty decent year for music.
Frank Ocean emerged after a four-year hiatus with Blonde, Beyoncé shook … Read the rest
By Gurman Sahota, November 26 2016 —
Starboy may be the Weeknd’s best work yet. Abel Tesfaye has released an eclectic mix of songs that takes this third album from his slternative R&B niche and moves towards dance and electronic … Read the rest
By Julie Park, November 26 2016 —
Coming nearly five years after the release of her wildly successful debut album, Our Version of Events, Emeli Sandé’s second studio album, Long Live the Angels, presents a compelling collection of tracks showcasing … Read the rest
By Gurman Sahota, November 1 2016 –
Agnes Obel delivers her third studio album with such panache that it’s difficult to believe it’s just an album. With ample use of instrumentation, Citizen of Glass is a chilling auditory experience for … Read the rest
By Rachel Woodward, September 27 2016 —
Since 2010, British illustrator-turned-musician Keaton Henson has crooned about love, loss and heartache. His classic wavering vocals and incredibly visual lyrics surely contributed to many post-breakup playlists.
This tone doesn’t change on his … Read the rest
By Rachel Woodward, September 27 2016 —
Ethiopian singer-songwriter Mewael Hadera — who goes by Moël — currently lives in Calgary and has just released his first EP, Ellipsis.
The four-track release features the calm, relaxed vibes that Moël thrives … Read the rest