By Stephan Boissonneault
The eclectic crop of 40 albums spans everything from Quebec's avant-garde to breakout debuts and past Polaris champs.
Alexisonfire - Otherness
Dine Alone Records
by Yasmine Shemesh
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On the 20th anniversary of their self-titled debut, and 13 years since their previous full-length, the legendary band responsible for helping to bring post-hardcore to the mainstream while ushering in a new era of Canadian music have found their way back to each other.
On their latest work, they harness history, vulnerability, confidence, and a refreshed perspective to create a triumphant return uniting the band’s signature sound with new textures—and the empowerment they’ve found in feeling like outsiders.
By Johnny Papan
From the streets of Melbourne to festival main stages, Benjamin Stanford broadcasts intention over algorithm.
By Megan Magdalena
The North Van-born indie rockers return to their roots with a sold-out hometown show and a new chapter that’s as playful and heartfelt as ever.
