Inspired by touchstones of Congolese music and film that he observed growing up in the African nation, the Montreal musician continues to blend worldly styles with modern hip-hop and electronica – as well as appearances from guests like Arcade Fire’s Win Butler and the very same African choral group that Kwenders got his own musical start in.
The title bearing his given name, José Louis and the Paradox of Love represents his most personal album yet as he zeroes in on his own story of immigration and musical discovery.
By Sebastian Buzzalino
The Calgary psych-punk darlings continue pushing the boundaries of a constantly evolving genre.
By Maggie McPhee
Bandmates Lizzy Mayland, Emily Roberts, and Aurora Nishevci talk friendship and fantasy ahead of first Canadian tour
By Ben Boddez
The indie songwriter is ready to hang up her apron for good.