By Yasmine Shemesh
A peer review featuring contributions from Cancer Bats, The OBGMs, Bif Naked, Comeback Kid, and Fefe Dobson.
The title of Vancouver indie-rock royalty Said The Whale’s seventh studio album comes from the split perspectives on the titular plant – some viewing it as an annoyingly persistent weed, others appreciating the floral beauty. With the band’s usual anthemic gang vocals, celebration of natural elements and an awestruck, sunny and bright sound, their tracks are bolstered by orchestral strings as they pray for a much-needed injection of kindness into the world.
By Yasmine Shemesh
A peer review featuring contributions from Cancer Bats, The OBGMs, Bif Naked, Comeback Kid, and Fefe Dobson.
By Ben Boddez
One of the past decade’s most prolific songwriters is stepping out from behind the pen with a new name and persona.
By Fraser Hamilton
With her third album, the singer-songwriter captures a sense of dread and makes it her own.