VOÏO: an emerging artist collective based in Montreal, currently high from their most recent release ‘Begetter’. Begetter is a thought-provoking song on the relativity of time. Released alongside a video made by VJ Speckies and artwork by designer Sarah Voss, the collective seeks to explore new ways of expanding human consciousness. They will be selling […]
During quarantine, I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing the inspiring and enthusiastic Sara Spicer AKA Lion-S. If you haven’t heard of her but have been to Shambhala Music Festival in Salmo, BC, you’ve definitely marvelled at her work. Lion-S has been an integral part of the magical oasis many of us call home, as stage director and […]
Music industry journalist and researcher Cherie Hu has a depth of insight to offer for those curious to understand the music business landscape. As well spoken on the music industry’s history as she is on its current trends, Cherie releases weekly analysis and forecasts for Patreon subscribers in her Water & Music newsletter. She expands […]
“We knew that there was revenue out there that people were spending on masks – they’re going to fashion companies, to pharmaceutical companies, why can’t they go to the music industry?” Lindi Delight has spanned a career wearing many hats – and as of recent, many masks. As the music industry found itself in a […]
GIGEE is one the latest powerhouse artists rising through the techno flanks. With a varied and fresh understanding of musical culture, this Polish globetrotter has so far released on Rodriguez JR’s mobilee and now returns on the esteemed Katermukke imprint. GIGEE made a pivot from involvements like running creative agency ‘In Sound We Trust’ and conceptualizing […]
Earlier this summer, the multifaceted organizers behind Alberta’s Electronic Music Conference whipped up a brand new digital summit under a short timeline and spinning circumstances. The Virtual Electronic Music Summit (VEMS) snowballed into 4 days of panels, workshops, sets and conversations energized by the music industry’s changing realities. VEMS touched on a diversity of topics […]
Those who’ve been lucky to glide through a Nico Stojan set know the delights of his no-filler builds and melodic bursts. Through close relationships with jazz, hiphop, and electronic music, the Berlin native has crafted himself a unique spot in the music landscape since the early 90s. We got a chance to catch up with […]
At a time when we’re all connecting with what we miss, Matthias Meyer‘s latest EP is a swooping soundtrack for our thoughts. It builds on a solar collaboration with Ryan Davis, following up 2018’s Love Letters from Sicily and 2017’s Hope releases. Meyer continues to export the melodic Watergate sound with skill and sensibility. Catching […]
Fresh out of New York’s scene comes DESNA, a producer full of spunk and evocative techno. Her latest release, Pop Gun, premiered on Senso Sounds, Oliver Huntemann‘s label earlier this month. Pop Gun assembles a fine soundscape, with synths flashing left and right, drum echos and a pervading metallic mood. We caught up with the former […]
Coming from the white sand beaches of the Dominican Republic, Vander‘s thirst of exploration led him to embark on a worldwide journey from a young age. Collecting memories and acquiring knowledge from different cultures, it was impossible for these not to influence his musical taste. His sound is the result of an inclination towards spirituality, […]