Switching up their style with the help of superproducer Chin Injeti, the Vancouver alternative trio pivot from cheery pop-rock to dark and distorted industrial sounds.
The band members will tell you themselves how inspired they were by some of Kanye’s best records, and the result is a rhythmic, quirky and mysterious dive into the pros and cons of indulging in our vices. You’re equally likely to find a blown-out, buzzing synth line as you are a choir on this one.
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The Calgary post-punks on peace, purpose and predilection.
By Gregory Adams
Seattle guitarist Jimmy James talks groove, mentorship, and finding the pocket decades into his career.
By Glenn Alderson
604 Records rounds up Canada’s country stars for a nostalgic covers album.