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Following the success of her debut single "Trouble" back in 2015 and signing to 604 Records, RALPH began shaping her self-titled debut release.

RALPH – like her debut full-length A Good Girl, came as a refreshing fusion of dance, disco, R&B and pop music – unique and unassigned to one particular genre. With inspiration from Stevie Nicks, Donna Summer, Cher and Sade, she creates a truly captivating concoction of sounds – old and new, paired with lyrics that spawn from life experiences.

With her third collective release, RALPH returns with a heightened sense of confidence and craftsmanship. Her old school influences still echo throughout the six tracks on her sophomore EP Flashbacks & Fantasies.

Flashbacks & Fantasies is full of certified dance-floor bops, bouncing beats, vulnerable lyricism and a unifying throwback aesthetic to deliver a variety of sounds and stories surrounding love, lust and life.

The leading song "Gravity" is a 90's synth smash mixed with a touch of house about wanting to "let go" and "lose control" by giving into temptation with an overpowering feeling of infatuation – asking the question "Would you catch me if I float?" This addition to her discography is quite possibly her best single to-date.

"I really wanted to have fun with this EP and wanted to play with the idea of “pop” being a flexible term. Sometimes I’d enter the studio with a concrete idea and I’d sit down and be like “ok here’s the plan”, like with ‘Gravity’, and other days I would go in and be like “hey, I can’t stop thinking about this license plate that I love”, which was the instigator behind ‘Looking For You’. I liked the idea of experimenting and surprising people, like writing a fast dance song that felt unexpected from a mid-tempo banger girl, but I also didn’t want to feel constricted by guidelines or rules that I had followed in the past. Instead of being scared to try new things, like having a jarring rhythm or singing about sexy moments, I embraced them. And because of that, I have 6 songs that all feel diverse but feel really, truly ME. I think as I continue to feel more confident and comfortable in my artistry and sound, the songs and writing reflect that maturity." 

     
“No Muss, No Fuss” tells a tale of turning down a former flame who can’t move on. Verses go into detail about stalker-like behaviour from an ex, who she wants to distance herself from, RALPH sings "I keep on seeing you every goddamn day. No I don't miss you, don't wanna kiss you. We'll never be us again."

Indulging in flashbacks, "Last Time" is a song about a familiar cyclic relationship, a confessional about a magnetic connection in the midst of a breakup because "heartbreak's hard enough without your ex still in your bed."      

A highlight on the record is "Headphone Season" which sharply conveys an important message about not seeking validation from men nor society.

Ralph explains:

"It’s about when a stranger asks me to give them a smile or to smile more. I hate that because it’s someone telling me what to do with my face or body. At the end of the song you hear me saying, ‘Here’s an idea. How about you never tell women what to do with their own bodies?’”

A hazy-sounding ballad about finding the perfect partner, "Looking For You" aligns with the fantasy aspect of the EP, followed by "Sunday Girl." Seemingly a page ripped out from RALPH's diary, the closing disco funk track is about longing to be in a domestic relationship.

RALPH's Flashbacks & Fantasies exudes an undeniable presentation of growth and artistry. She continues to connect deeply on each and every track as her story-telling abilities attest to that. Sonically, she has proven –  again, to be a brilliantly diverse and creative force in an era when so many songs sound so much the same.

What genuinely makes this EP stand out is it's outstanding artistic direction. There is a distinct aesthetic that flows throughout the music, lyrics, videos and artwork that create a cleverly consolidated vibe that perfectly personifies the album's title.

RALPH is on the rise and ready to conquer the ever-evolving pop realm, her way.

Grammy Award-nominated artist Tory Lanez officially releases the first single and video, “Jerry Sprunger” off of his highly anticipated album ​Chixtape 5​. The Toronto native takes us on a walk down memory lane while recruiting T-Pain for the track and guest star video appearance.

Lanez recently announced the November 15 release date for ​Chixtape 5,​ which will feature more samples from the era’s most popular chart topping songs. Fans can now pre-order the ​Chixtape 5​ album HERE.

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On The Family Curse, Sarah explores mental illness within families and intergenerational trauma, and documents her childhood experiences and revelations about her family’s history of bipolar disorder. Her latest single 'Villian'  taps into a particularly destructive time in her life.

"There was a period in my life where I felt like I was watching myself from far away, totally out of control," says Sarah. "Depression and anger had turned me into someone I didn't recognize, and I remember thinking over and over, 'this time I'm the villain.’ I had a habit of smashing all of the dishes in my house, so for this song we used samples of actual plates smashing as percussion. I worked on this song with Laura Smith (Rococode), Carol Lynne Quinn (High Love) and Greg McLeod, and they all pushed me to go places that were scary and uncomfortable at first, but ultimately powerful." 

Sarah digs even deeper into the uncomfortable chaos of her mental illness on her new 'Villian' video.

"Lyrically and musically, 'Villain' reveals a side of me that I don't normally want to show people," says Sarah. "Clinically they are my borderline personality disorder symptoms, but most people just see a 'crazy b*tch.' I have just started to learn Russian exotic dance, and I felt like this style was perfect for exploring my inner villain. We filmed the whole thing in my house, and yes, I am 6'6" in those heels."

Sarah Jickling's new album The Family Curse is available now on Spotify, Apple Music and other digital retailers and streaming services. Click here for more information and tour listings.

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Crowds from New York to Amsterdam and Ibiza to Miami are dancing to Domeno's records and have even been played by some of the biggest names in EDM including David Guetta, Afrojack and Martin Garrix.

Early on, Domeno (Domenic Pandolfo) was captivated by the sounds of Motown and knew that music would be at the center of his life. It was during a family trip to his father's homeland of Italy, where he had the revelation that he would take on the world of DJing. His tracks – influenced by funk, soul, house and artists like Prince, Daft Punk and Armand Van Helden, eventually caught the attention of DJ Hardwell and gained thousands of plays after being recruited to his label, Revealed Recordings.

Now known as one of Canada’s top rising international DJs, Domeno's accolades include the SOCAN Song of the Year Award for "Lies" – the second most played song last year in Quebec, the number one SOCAN plaque for "Fairplay" and becoming the first Canadian DJ to have a number one track on Quebec's BDS radio stations.

"I am the first DJ in Quebec history to have a #1 record on the radio. I'm not usually big on stats, but that stat is pretty bad ass because you can't beat it. There's only one first, and to have a small place in Quebec's music history is pretty cool."

Following the success of  his single "Lies", Domeno took some time off to come back swinging with “Alleys”. He surrounded himself with some of the industry's best names to help curate a melodic blend of electronic and folk music. Co-written with Andrew Allen (Meghan Trainor, Carly Rae Jepsen), The Swaggernautz (Troye Sivan, Kaskade) and Pierre Bouvier and composed by Richard Benyon (Flo Rida, Zara Larsson), Ryan Henderson and Tomas Shaw, “Alleys” resonates with listeners worldwide by putting them into an energetic and euphoric trance.

On the heels of his chart-topping release, Domeno is working hard on his debut album due out next Spring, which will be released through his own label Elisa Recordings, Coyote Records and Universal Music Canada.

Q: You’re from the vibrant city of Montreal, how would you describe the music scene?

The Montreal dance music scene has so much history. I feel very lucky to have seen what it has evolved into today. It's incredibly diversified and there's really something for everyone. We have everything from amazing festivals like ÎleSoniq or Osheaga, to huge incredible venues like New City Gas or Beach Club. If you're into the underground, we have super dope clubs or after hours spots like Stereo, Circus, Newspeak or Velvet to name a few. You can find whatever vibe you want here.

Q: You’ve booked gigs from Ultra to Escapade and have caught the attention of renowned DJ’s David Guetta and Hardwell. What has been a career highlight for you thus far?

I feel super fortunate that I have had more than one. I mean everything from playing at Ultra, to signing on Hardwell's label years ago. But something that happened recently is kinda cool...I am the first DJ in Quebec history to have a #1 record on the radio with my latest single "Alleys." I'm not usually big on stats, but that stat is pretty bad ass because you can't beat it. There's only one first, and to have a small place in Quebec music history is pretty cool.

Q: You’re one of Canada’s most in demand dance artists, what do you hope to achieve with your music and live show?

It's such a complex question for me, because there's so many things I want to do in many different areas of my career. As a DJ, I hope to keep touring like I am, performing in places and venues I haven't yet discovered. As a producer, I'm really looking forward to putting out my first album next year. It's gonna be very personal to me, and I truly forced myself to be as vulnerable as I could. I'm also gonna keep producing and writing for other artists in many different styles of music. I love doing that. Songwriting is new to me but I seem to have a knack for it. And on the business end, I'm really looking forward to showcasing new artists on my label Elisa Recordings and growing my publishing catalogue.

Bastille release stunning new track, "Another Place" featuring Grammy winning artist, Alessia Cara.  The song originally appeared on the band’s new album, Doom Days. Alessia Cara makes a guest appearance on the new version after she joined the band on stage in her hometown of Toronto during the band’s recent extensive U.S tour.


“I’d always heard “Another Place” as a duet and wanted it to be a story told from two perspectives. It’s not something we’ve ever done, outside of our mixtapes but we are huge fans of Alessia’s—her voice and her song-writing are so distinct and brilliant—and we sent it to her to see if she’d be up for jumping on it with us. We love her verse and everything that she’s brought to the song - I think she really elevates it.” Dan explains


Smith continues, “We all got to spend some time together in her home town of Toronto recently, where she joined us on stage to sing “Another Place” together for the first time, and where we shot the surrealist video for the song. It’s been really great to bring a new voice into the “Doom Days” universe, and we’re so happy that Alessia was up for coming along with us for it."


Alessia Cara adds, "I’ve been a Bastille fan since their early stuff so doing this song with them was genuinely so exciting. I met Dan last year and we got on really well. We talked about doing something together and he sent me the song a little while later. I loved the concept and thought it was both sonically and lyrically really great, as all Bastille stuff is. It all came together pretty naturally, and I can’t wait for people to hear it."



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Canadian rockers The Sheepdogs are about to be a lot less shaggy.  In the past year and a half, the band has been personally affected by cancer, with the group’s drummer Sam Corbett being diagnosed with testicular cancer and the loss of Ryan Gullen’s dad to cancer.

With that on their mind, the band has chosen to partner with Movember to help raise money and raise awareness around early cancer detection and men’s health.  Sam will kick things off with an interview tonight on ET Canada, where he will speak about his own battle with cancer.

Meanwhile, Shamus Currie will be shaving down at Movember Canada’s official Toronto kick-off at stackt MARKET with several other high-profile participants.  Sam and Shamus will be raising funds to grow their moustaches for the month of November, and if the band is able to raise $10,000 bassist Ryan Gullen will shave his beard into a moustache. Gullen has not shaved his face since 2006.  Fans of the band can donate to the effort here. 

Of the importance of early detection, Sam says, “I really like how Movember’s focus for testicular and prostate cancer is on early detection and prevention. I feel lucky to have caught my testicular cancer early, but if I had been doing regular checks, I probably would have got it even earlier, and maybe I could have caught it before it spread to my lymph nodes”

Gullen adds, “In the past year, losing my dad to cancer and seeing my friend and bandmate successfully beat cancer really opened my eyes to how important it is for us to be conscious of our health and how important early detection is.  As much as we learn, there still is a stigma that is associated with checking yourself or going and seeing the doctor.  Because we were so closely impacted by that we really wanted to be part of such a great cause to do what we can with the band to help get the message out there and raise money for Movember” 

Movember is the leading global men’s health charity working to change the face of men’s health. The charity raises funds to deliver innovative, breakthrough research and support programs that enable men to live happier, healthier and longer lives.

Committed to disrupting the status quo, millions have joined the movement, helping fund over 1,250 projects focusing on prostate cancer, testicular cancer and suicide prevention. In addition to tackling key health issues faced by men, Movember is working to encourage men to stay healthy in all areas of their life, with a focus on men staying socially connected and becoming more open to discussing their health and significant moments in their lives. The charity’s vision is to have an everlasting impact on the face of men’s health. To donate or learn more, please visit Movember.com.

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The queer collective are wrapping up 2019 on a high note, returning home from their first-ever visit to Halifax Pop Explosion with Executive Director, James Boyle saying; "Caveboy was the discovery of the weekend at the festival."

The band shares their brand new single, "Silk for Gold", with an accompanying lyric video - directed and created by Brittpaperscissors, with the video premiering exclusively on Billboard.


The band states:

"Silk for Gold is the feeling you get in the moment you realize you’re finally okay; after feeling exhausted and destroyed, after being broken down in ways you didn’t think possible, this song is the relief and liberation from that pain and trauma. To wake up one morning and feel happiness again. Teaming up with Brittany Farhat of Brittpaperscissors was a dream, and she truly created the lyric video that Caveboy had envisioned."

Farhat commented:

"For the Silk for Gold lyric video, the band and I collaborated to create a visual concept that depicts feelings of fierceness, of casting off inhibitions. We wanted to show those feelings using mixed media - with a static camera angle framing a vintage mirror reflecting slow-motion imagery of hands to convey the powerful emotions in the song. We used projections to animate the sequence in the mirror, with the aesthetic of vintage, ornate gold objects and textures as a metaphor for spiritual rather than material wealth."

Their highly anticipated debut album titled Night in the Park, Kiss in the Dark is due out January 31, 2020 and will also feature their heavily playlisted first single “Landslide.”

African-Canadian artist Lavi$h releases the music video for “Sunset Blvd”. "Sunset Blvd" is the debut single off Lavi$h’s upcoming EP and was released in September via Public Records Inc and Universal Music Canada.

Taking inspiration from the track’s title, the video was shot in Los Angeles and features all the aspirational hallmarks of a Californian lifestyle. From the sunset strip to the ocean, the ease of sunny LA provides the perfect backdrop for an upbeat track about a mental release.

Directed by Elliot Clancy Osberg (Anders, Roy Woods, Langston Francis) the video showcases  Lavi$h’s infectious positive energy, he tells us “the song had a certain energy that was important to capture.”



In Lavi$h’s words:

“Sunset Blvd starts energetically and continues to build. We wanted to capture the pace of the track visually and filming in California was the only way that made sense. The scenes are spliced together rapidly, day/night, beach/canyon, it’s all part dream part reality. Capturing the feeling of being in a place where the possibilities are endless.”

Produced by Milano, Sunset Blvd is an upbeat track with bounce that effortlessly blends staples of hip-hop, rnb and pop. An introduction to his range of talent, Lavi$h is an artist on the verge of global success. Lavi$h is currently working on his second single due out later this year.

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Toronto-based artist, MALACHI today releases his new single and official music video, “Son of a Gun” via 21 Entertainment/Universal Music Canada/Republic Records. Penned by MALACHI with production by KidThePro [Locals Only Sound], the track is the first official release off his forthcoming mixtape, Bread Winner, slated for release later this year.


“On ‘Son Of A Gun’ I’m just more in tune with my frustrations,” says MALACHI. “We had fun with that in the video, playing off the western theme and the juxtaposition of a serene, deserted ranch for the setting of a hip hop video.”

Filmed in the relaxed, sandy plain backdrop of rural California, the picturesque video follows MALACHI and KidThePro through the desert as they encounter a secluded ranch. Directed by Tyler Macey, the video perfectly captures the raw energy of MALACHI’s performance.

“Son of a Gun” arrives as a follow up to MALACHI’s earlier 2019 releases, “We Don’t Mind” and “San Fernando Wine”, as well as his debut single, “Right Now”.

Growing up on the outskirts of Toronto, 21-year-old rising artist MALACHI, spent his childhood surrounded by music of all kinds. From his Trinidadian-born father’s reggae career to his mother’s favourite R&B singers like Mary J. Blige, Aaliyah and Destiny’s Child, music was always part of his environment. MALACHI began actively participating in music when his grandmother had him join her church’s gospel choir at the age of 4. Over the last three years the emerging artist has been in the studio bringing his songwriting to life. Now, he’s ready to release the outpouring of creativity and share it with the world.

JUNO Award-winning rock band The Beaches will embark on ‘The Professional Tour’, a 16-date cross-Canada headline tour in support of their most recent EP, The Professional, on Feb. 6 in Victoria, BC.

The tour opens at the Capital Ballroom in Victoria, hits the Corona Theatre in Montreal, QC on Feb. 20, and culminates in back-to-back hometown Toronto shows at The Danforth Music Hall on Feb. 28 and 29.

Such artists as HUNNY, Valley, Fade Awaays and Goodbye Honolulu will provide support on various stops along the tour.

“After what seemed like a really long wait, we are hitting the road again full force. We are so excited to announce our upcoming Professional Tour,” said The Beaches lead vocalist-bassist Jordan Miller. “It’s going to be an awesome series of shows featuring new music off of our ‘Professional’ album. It will be our biggest Canadian tour yet! Can’t wait to see you all out there.”

There will be a Superfan/VIP pre-sale beginning Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 10am to Thursday, Oct. 24 at 10pm local time (password – Professional). General on-sale will begin on Friday, Oct. 25 at 10am local time.

Along with ‘The Professional Tour’ in early 2020, The Beaches will release the follow-up to their acclaimed debut album, Late Show, and will begin a full U.S. tour shortly after in May. On this side of the year, The Beaches will perform at the Ignite TV presents Sportsgiving House Party on Friday, Oct. 25 – a win-to-get-in party hosted by Rogers in a secret location in Toronto. The event will include surprise appearances from top Canadian athletes, broadcast personalities, games, and live performances by The Beaches, The Trews and Dwayne Gretzky.

For the first time ever, The Beaches are introducing VIP ticketing on their Canadian headline run, where they will offer a limited number of Meet & Greet Packages, which will includes an exclusive question and answer session with the band, collectable signed tour poster, limited-edition tour merchandise item, and other exclusives. Additional information is also available at thebeachesband.com.

The Beaches released their debut studio album, Late Show, in 2017, garnering widespread acclaim while building a dedicated fanbase throughout the country. The album’s singles went on to become instant radio favourites, with the infectious “Money” topping alternative radio charts and “T-Shirt” securing #1 for nine weeks on the Billboard Rock Chart, all helping propel the band to a JUNO for Breakthrough Group of the Year. Earlier this year, the Toronto-based quartet released its third EP, The Professional, highlighted by the singles “Snake Tongue" and “Fascination”. In addition to supporting the likes of The Glorious Sons, The Rolling Stones and Foo Fighters, The Beaches have been showcased in a number of North America’s biggest music festivals, including Osheaga, WayHome, SXSW, Austin City Limits, Riot Fest and more.

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Looking back at the religious upbringing that guitarist/vocalist Chrisy Hurn has – for the most part – since left behind, and gazing ahead at the person she hopes to become, “Have I Been Deceived” finds her further questioning ‘the shit I’ve held on to’ in a dreamy country-rock sway.

Speaking on the new track, Hurn says:

“Think about “Have I Been Deceived” as an open letter to God. This past year, I have been feeling like I was brainwashed. I was taught to think in a particular manner, taught to love in a specific way, taught to think about my body and sexuality in a specific (ahem oppressive) way, and quite honestly at the time, I ate that shit up. I was the girl in highschool trying to convert all my friends, telling everyone to stay abstinent, listening to every Christian band that sounded almost as good as the real thing. That was my entire identity. Throughout my twenties, this identity fell apart.

I’ve become increasingly uncomfortable with who I was, so much that being around any type of Christian culture, makes me feel nauseous, or worse. 

I want to let that go, I want to think clearly about faith, but I am afraid that I am not able to. I am afraid that I was gaslighted into loving something that is wrong or an ugly version of something that could be good. I don’t know who I am without my past. I don’t know who I am moving forward. I wish I had a more clear answer but I don’t; I am just here.”

Platinum-selling, award-winning country star Jess Moskaluke unveils her new single “Country Girls”, available today via MDM Recordings Inc./Universal Music Canada. A “country girl” at heart, having spent her years growing up in small-town Saskatchewan, Moskaluke headed south to Nashville to co-write the track with songwriter Emily Shackleton and her long-time producer and collaborator Corey Crowder.

The rhythmic dazzler features Moskaluke’s signature soaring vocals layered with delicate harmonies, twangy banjo and an impossibly hooky chorus, resulting in a track dripping in modernity while honouring traditional country roots.

An internationally celebrated artist, Moskaluke recently returned from a trip to Australia where she performed at the C2C Country to Country Festival – joining Tim McGraw, Kelsea Ballerini, Midland, Blanco Brown and more for the two-day event which took place in Sydney and Brisbane for over 20,000 fans. Earlier this month, Moskaluke was presented with her third GOLD Award for her single “Take Me Home”, for which she also took home a SOCAN Award in 2017
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Moskaluke, a four-time 2019 CCMA Award nominee, wowed the crowd and TV audience during the national broadcast of the CCMA Awards at Calgary’s Saddledome, performing alongside Aaron Pritchett and CCMA Hall of Fame inductee and label mate Charlie Major.

Earlier this year, she was up for the 2019 JUNO Award for Country Album of the Year, a trophy she took home in 2017 for her EP “Kiss Me Quiet”. Highly decorated, Moskaluke has been crowned a three-time consecutive CCMA Award winner for “Female Artist of the Year” and took home the 2018 CCMA Award for “Album of the Year”.

Radiating sonic versatility, Moskaluke continues to impress the country music world with her infectious and story-driven songs, reaching critical acclaim and crushing career milestones along the way. In 2017, she was the first Canadian female country artist since 2008 to have a song in the Top 3 with the upbeat track “Drive Me Away”, and she achieved platinum-selling status for her smash hit “Cheap Wine and Cigarettes” – the only Canadian female country artist to do so since Shania Twain.

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Jeremy Dutcher shares his debut music video with the world for "Mehcinut", which was also the first single he ever shared. The video is co-directed by Jeremy Dutcher, and filmmaker Chandler Levack, and it was filmed at Aga Khan Museum in Toronto, ON.

"Mehcinut" features an iconic dance performance, choreographed by two-spirit indigenous dancer and artist Brian Solomon, featuring an all indigenous dance group, and special guest dance performance by prolific award winning actress Tantoo Cardinal. Tantoo is a Member of the Order of Canada, and she has performed more than 100 film, television and theatre roles in Canada and the US, breaking barriers for onscreen representation of Indigenous peoples and has challenged negative stereotypes of Indigenous communities throughout her career, which has included roles in Dances With Wolves (1990), Black Robe (1991), Wind River (2017) and Through Black Spruce (2019). She has won a Gemini Award, a Canadian Screen Award for lifetime achievement, and a National Aboriginal Achievement Award.

The video for Mehcinut also features Jeremy’s ‘Table of Indigenous Excellence’; who are Indigenous cultural leaders, artists, filmmakers, and activists from across Canada, who gather at an adapted installation by multi-disciplinary Montreal artist Emily Jan, called ‘After the Hunt’.

In his own words, and his careful choices of what to make bold, here's Jeremy Dutcher on the "Mehcinut" video:

"This song calls back  
and reaches forward across time.
Concerning indigenous continuation
and what it can mean.
For all those who have gone before
and all those who are yet to come.
‘ciw nihkanipasihtit naka weckuwapasihtit.

This video arises through collaborative processes,
and circulates 
between death and rebirth. 

A beautiful assemblage of people
committed to telling
stories of reclamation and resilience. 

Make Indigenous excellence visible. 

To witness it in multitudes, is to know that we’ll be ok. Thrive. 

To see a full table, is to see a collective 
speaking of who we are. 
Indigenous people are not one thing
we come from many different backgrounds
speak many different languages and ways. 

Drawing our circles wide
we make our gathering places 
radically inclusive
relying on all gifts and abilities
to make our presence and positions known. 

This project is a call to my community
let's show what we’ve done and can do
let’s send a dream into the future 
for where we’ll go 
Collectively
Amplifying diverse indigenous voices
past, present and future 
of inspiring artistic visions”

This video was created thanks to the generous support of the MVP Project, a joint initiative of RBCxMusic and the Prism Prize (administered by the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television), and with the support of the Ontario Media Development Corporation, FACTOR (The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings), and the Ontario Arts Council.

M for Montreal has announced this year’s line-up featuring Toronto punk-psych trio Absolutely Free, no-wave punk quartet New Fries, Montreal based francophone hip hop duo Tizzo and dream-pop/ surf rock Tallies. The artists join previously announced acts Ada Lea, Odonis Odonis, Corridor , N0V3L and more.

Additional acts set to perform include: Absolem, Adwaith, Alex Bent + the Emptiness, Alistair Blu, Antony Carle, Atsuko Chiba, Blick Bassy, Blue Odeur, Brown Family, Busty and the Bass, Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard, Caballero & JeanJess, Caveboy, Charlie Shulz, Ciaran Lavery, Claudia Bouvette, Clay and Friends, David Lee, Dezy Joan, Dylan Menzie, Efy Hecks, Foreign Diplomats, Gladys Lazer, GrandBuda, Hologramme, Jambori Jambora, Jealous of the Birds, Just Mustard, Laura Krieg, Laurence-Anne, LayLit, Les Deuxluxes, LIA, Louis Venne, Loving, Lydia Képinski, Mappe Of, Maybe Watson, Mehdi Cayenne, Merryn Jeann, Miko, Mind Bath, Mort Rose, Nana Zen, Naya Ali, New Fries, Nomadic Massive, O.G.B., Operator Music Band, Paupière, Ponteix, Post Script, Prado, Radiant Baby, Ragers, Rowjay, Russell Louder, Sebastian Gaskin, Sex Machine Octopus, Silly Boy Blue, Sophia Bel, Soran, TEKE::TEKE, Tennis System, the High Dials, Thierry Larose, Valdimar, Venlo, Vince James, Vince the Messenger, Wake Island, WARMLAND, WHOOP-Szo, Willygram and Xarah Dion.

M for Montreal takes place November 20-23 in multiple venues across the city with over 100+ showcasing artists.

Each year, over 300 delegates from across 5 continents and 20 countries gather to participate in conferences, workshops and networking activities. Badges and registration listed below.

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Speaking on “Far Away” Jessie states:

"Attachment. Attachment to someone is both something beautiful and something painful. Imagine finally finding your home in another human being but they’re stuck on the other side of this rock we’re all on. You’re left wanting nothing more than a hug -their hug- that simultaneously feels like a pillow and a drug. Somehow when they hurt, you hurt, when they smile, you smile. This is love suspended in animation, before it’s tainted by reality (because eventually all hearts break again) but in this moment, neither of you are running from one another---it’s only water and borders and God keeping you apart.  Water and borders and God keeping you from home. This is pre-heart break; when both sets of lungs are still working and when you miss them and they miss you back- and you feel each other even when you’re far away."

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T. Thomason is a singer, songwriter and inspiration, who is sharing his journey with the world through his potent dark-pop blend of indie music. No stranger to the stage, growing up in a family of performers, this Nova Scotian dropped multiple projects by the age of 19 and has already shared bills with the likes of Carly Rae Jepsen, Gord Downie and Collective Soul.

There are many artists navigating the industry with skill, but T. has so much more than that. He and his music come with a story of substance, strength and self-discovery.

After taking a year away from music in 2015 – relearning his singing voice and changing his name and pronouns, T. worked hard to develop his new sound following his EP sweet baby. This EP was born out of growth and came as a declaration of independence – similar to T.'s newest record.

The single "Hope" out of CTV's The Launch skyrocketed, reaching #4 on the Canadian iTunes Pop charts and #11 overall gaining over 40 thousand streams in the first four days. Between his reality show appearance earlier this year to his latest release, T.'s career has – and continues to, soar to new heights in 2019.

His newly-birthed self-titled album takes listeners on an emotional and transformative journey – both personally and professionally. He says that the songs are a collection built from one another, from reconciling inner-outer life. They’re built from too many nights watching CNN, walks in the woods, unconditional love and unbearable heartbreak. This project follows three previous releases, testosterone hormone therapy and all the changes that came along with it. T. reflects:

"T. Thomason is the result of 4 years of collaboration between myself and producer Dave Henriques. 4 years of growing and learning, massive change - yet many things unchanging, unconditional, no matter what. This record is a snapshot of the ups and downs of chasing dreams which seemed completely impossible at times, coming into self determination and the freedom that brings, and being faced with unfiltered realities of the beautiful/ugly world we find ourselves in, or shut out of, depending on the day. I am so grateful to have a document of this time. Though our experiences are vastly different, Dave was the best collaborator and witness to all of this that I could have asked for. I became T. Thomason as this record was made." 

The album unravels with the astounding anthem "Birdsong" and transcends into the succeeding eight tracks that widely range from lo-fi dark-pop (Loser), electro-rock (Lana's America), mellow ballads (King of Spades / Nuclear Blue) to an acoustic track (Life on the Farm) – holding a consistent dreamy yet beautifully eerie undertone throughout.

"Birdsong" – the first song on the album, was also the first track that T. and producer Dave Henriques began working on back in 2016. The repeated lyricism of "just let me change / new body, new name" directly conveys the inspiration behind the song and even after all the changes T. has gone through, he says that the sentiment remains relevant in his life:

"If I could tell the version of myself who wrote this song that this is where we would end up, I don't think I would have believed me. That's the point. Here we are, despite fear and hatred and misinformation. Look at the sun, look at the sky, look in the mirror. Say thank you. That's what [Birdsong] is about."

In the accompanying stunning music video for "Birdsong," T. shaves his head – symbolizing his control over his own destiny and embracing change.

T. Thomason draws to an end with the aptly-titled closing track "Bliss" – a ballad about overcoming your fears to find your own happiness. Ending with optimism, the lyrics of "Bliss" – most notably "past all your fears, you will find the bliss" transmit an underlying theme of hope and resilience that resonates through his body of work.

From "Birdsong" to "Bliss," T. showcases his strengths, not only as a singer and songwriter, but as a human. With T.Thomason, T. unveils his music, his story and himself to the world.

"Now that I know who I am, I am excited to share that person with you."

Multi-platinum band Theory Of A Deadman has announced the release of their seventh studio album, Say Nothing, out January 31st via Atlantic Records. Lead single “History Of Violence” – which turns the tables on a story of domestic violence – is out now along with the gripping music video.

Directed by Sam Sulam, the visual for “History Of Violence” illustrates a searing snapshot of a woman enduring an abusive husband as she plans to fight back, eventually ending up in jail but free of her abuser.

“‘History of Violence’ tells the sad story of a girl trapped in a life of domestic abuse, leaving her with what she feels is the only way to escape. Even though she’s in jail, it’s still a better place to be than being imprisoned in real life by this man. We’re encouraging anyone affected by domestic violence to call the National Domestic Violence Hotline for help: 1-800-799-7233.”

On Say Nothing, THEORY — Tyler Connolly (lead vocals, guitar), Dave Brenner (guitar, backing vocals), Dean Back (bass), and Joey Dandeneau (drums) — is speaking up through undeniable anthems rooted in scorching songcraft, experimental vision, rock ‘n’ roll attitude, and clever pop ambition.

Recorded in London with producer Martin Terefe (Jason Mraz, Yungblud), the album features timely lyrical commentary on many issues that our society is grappling with today. Domestic violence, racism, the divisiveness in American politics and more are explored on the 10-track album, which finds THEORY’s finger on the pulse of the current climate threaded together with a message that’s both a cautionary warning and a hopeful wish for our collective future.