caNADIAn, eh? – Alicia Atout

You’ve GOT To Hear This: “Whitebrow”

- February 26, 2013June 24, 2013

Given that I’m always looking to explore the local scene, I was lucky to have a friend suggest Whitebrow. Being not only partial to Canadian music but also to folk, I instantly fell in love with Whitebrow’s eerily beautiful sound. Clean, crisp, and pleasing to the ear, Burlington’s Gabriel Desantis’

You’ve GOT to Hear This: “The Mohawk Lodge”

- February 1, 2013June 24, 2013

While digging for some new music to ease the damp, cold rain that clouded outside but also my head, I stumbled upon Mohawk Lodge. Originally based in Toronto, Ontario but touring and producing all over Europe, their musical influence is as diverse as their shifting environment. Instantly drawn to the

You’ve Got to Hear This: “Grey Kingdom”

- January 22, 2013June 24, 2013

Sometimes we have hectic days where everything seems hectic and on the go; spiraling, hustling and bustling. On days like those I find the best remedy usually to be a deep breath combined with a playlist filled with songs that calm the soul. Whether you are looking to relax, take

You’ve GOT to Hear This: The Barr Brothers

- January 19, 2013June 24, 2013

On December 6, 2012 I attended Massey Hall to witness a stunning performance by Patrick Watson and some of his talented friends. Expecting the show to be astonishing and discovering it to be breathtakingly brilliant, I was not only left with a feeling of awe towards Watson’s musical talent, but

You’ve GOT to Hear This: “Royal Canoe”

- January 11, 2013June 24, 2013

There is always something exciting about stumbling upon a song that hooks you, particularly one that you can’t seem to get out of your head. Having recently heard Hold on to the Metal, I was taken aback and instantly craved more. Learning that the song was written by Winnipeg’s Royal

You’ve GOT to Hear This: “Hello Hum”

- January 9, 2013

Hello Hum by Wintersleep Although not from Toronto, I figured I’d start this segment by introducing a band that released one of my favourite albums of 2012: Wintersleep. Bearing a sound that is balanced between heavy and airy, their music always manages to suit my taste whether I want something to

NEW SEGMENT: caNADIAn, eh?

caNADIAn, eh?

- January 9, 2013

Looking back on the year 2012, it was a year full of great memories, wonderful company, and of musical exploration. Discovering new bands and re-kindling my love for older ones, it was filled with amazing records and shows. Looking back at my playlists, I revelled in the multitude of music