Shealagh Rose, a multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter from Hamilton, Ontario, releases her captivating new EP, Safe in Our Silence, a collection of songs reflecting themes of vulnerability, growth, and emotional resilience. 

The standout focus track, “Perth,” is a transcendental and calming piece that celebrates the comfort found in deep, silent connections with loved ones. It embodies a hopeful sentiment, exploring the beauty of letting people into our lives despite the baggage we carry. 

“Perth” was recorded in an intimate setting, with Shealagh tracking the piano at the music studio where she teaches, using rented Rodes mics. The process was a learning experience, pushing her to apply her knowledge of mic techniques in new ways. Contributions from friends like Murray Heaton (guitar on “Radio Silence”), Sam Goswell (drums on “Radio Silence”), Dan Minchom (bass on “Radio Silence”), and William Lamoureux (strings on “Games”) recorded remotely, added rich textures to the EP.

The EP takes you on a journey. While the first three tracks deal with loss, apathy, loneliness, and bitterness, the last track, “Perth,” turns a corner. It is a much more hopeful piece about letting people into our lives despite whatever baggage and scars we may have. – Shealagh Rose

Jont’s new single, “The Next Ramana Maharshi,” is a deeply introspective and rousing anthem that explores the journey of personal growth, spiritual yearning, and the search for meaningful connection.

Born Jonathan Whittington in London, Jont’s music has always strived to capture the nuances of life’s emotional landscapes. In this track, he reflects on his spiritual journey—not in pursuit of fame or recognition, but rather to understand what to do with “all this love I got.” The song tells the story of a seeker who, inspired by the call-and-response of two songbirds, discovers the true nature of love and the part he is meant to play in this vast world.

The inspiration behind the song came from Jont’s own yearning for a partner, balancing his spiritual quest with the deep desire to share his love with someone. “I’m not here to be some famous Indian guru, I’m just trying to work out what to do with all this love I’ve got,” says Jont. “Where is the person I can share this love with? What am I meant to do with all this love?”

The title of the song is both a playful reflection and an irreverent surrender to the notion that, while Ramana Maharshi was a true ascended master, none of us are here to fill those shoes. “It’s a joke,” Jont says. “Of course, none of us are here to be the next Ramana Maharshi, but there’s a sort of humour in saying that.”

“The Next Ramana Maharshi” uniquely blends raw emotion with poetic references to spiritual figures like Maharshi, embracing a freedom from commercial expectations and instead focusing on feeling. “It’s real,” says Jont. “The details don’t matter, it’s the feeling and the emotion behind the chorus—‘I’m not here to be the next Ramana Maharshi.’ You can feel it, even if you don’t know who the person is.”

The song came to life during a transformative writing session on the tropical island of Koh Phangang, Thailand. “It was almost as if I healed sadness through the three-day process of writing the song,” Jont reflects. “It all started with melancholy searching verses, and then it naturally led to a moment of epiphany when I heard the call-and-response of an Asian koel bird. I didn’t even know what I was writing, but it moved me to tears.”

A live take recorded at Sonic Studios in Halifax, the track captures the raw energy of the moment with Jont and his band The Fish’s dynamic performance. Later, strings were added to elevate the song’s emotional depth, creating a production that is as organic as the journey it describes.

Emerging from Halifax, Nova Scotia, rock and Americana outfit Newbridge unveil their powerful new single, “Centuries.” A sweeping, emotional journey, the track encapsulates the chaos and excitement of rediscovering love after years of guarded hesitation. With elements of rock, R&B, and folk woven together, “Centuries” captures both the darkness and exhilaration that comes with stepping into something unknown. The song comes from their debut album, Past Lives, which is set for official release on March 28th.

Originally inspired by classic ‘60s R&B, the song evolved to embrace a more dramatic, cinematic feel, drawing comparisons to The Rolling Stones’ “Gimme Shelter” and Pink Floyd’s “The Great Gig in the Sky.” The tension between its hopeful lyrics and the brooding instrumental backdrop is heightened through the use of borrowed chords and an evocative vocal performance by Amber Woodhouse, pushing the song into bold new sonic territory.

I was very leery of love after some tumultuous relationships, but when I met my future wife, it was like I had been asleep for centuries. She showed me the way back.  – Keith Maddison (Vocals/Guitar)

Music can be an escape, a reflection, or a reckoning. For Slow Teeth, it’s all three. What began as an impromptu experiment in a quiet town in North Carolina has now grown into something undeniable—a band with a sound that’s both cinematic and deeply personal, balancing post-rock’s sweeping grandeur, indie rock’s emotional depth, and ambient textures that pull the listener into another world.

Now, after three years of refining their craft on stage and in the studio, Slow Teeth is stepping fully into the spotlight with their debut album, I, out now. To support this momentous release, they are embarking on their most ambitious tour yet—an expansive run of dates that will take them from their home state to the Pacific Northwest, down the West Coast, through the Southwest, and back across the country.

Slow Teeth is Robert Chamberlain (drums, synthesizers), Justin Ellis (bass, vocals, keyboards), and Jeremy Haire (guitar, vocals)—three musicians whose chemistry feels both immediate and otherworldly. Their music exists in a liminal space, somewhere between the raw emotion of early shoegaze pioneers, the immersive soundscapes of Mogwai and Explosions in the Sky, and the unconventional song structures of Radiohead or Godspeed You! Black Emperor.

Their live performances have already earned them a cult following—Slow Teeth doesn’t just play music, they create atmospheres, emotions, and moments that linger long after the final note fades. Their sets evolve in real-time, making each show a unique experience. Now, they’re bringing that energy to a national audience.

Slow Teeth’s origins are as organic as their sound. The band came together in the summer of 2021 in the quiet artistic enclave of Saxapahaw, North Carolina. At first, there was no grand plan—just a desire to play and create something fresh. They started with loose improvisations, building layered soundscapes with no pressure, just instinct.

But what emerged was too compelling to keep to themselves.

By early 2022, those spontaneous sessions had coalesced into something structured yet expansive—songs that felt like they could take on a life of their own, stretching and shifting in unpredictable ways. That fluidity is still at the heart of what they do.

Their music is sprawling yet intimate, cinematic yet deeply personal. Each song unfolds like a journey, leading listeners through melancholy landscapes, moments of cathartic release, and quiet introspection.

The recording process for I captured this energy in its purest form. The album was tracked in a historic house in Saxapahaw, allowing the band to fully immerse themselves in their surroundings, embracing both the isolation and the inspiration that came with it. The result is a record that feels both vast and immediate, layered with the weight of memory and the urgency of the present.

With Mike Westbrook mastering the final product, every element of the album is designed to be felt as much as heard—from the distant echoes of guitar lines to the swelling synths that rise and fall like distant waves.

Slow Teeth’s reputation has been built on their live performances—each show is an evolving experience, shaped by the energy of the room and the people in it. Whether they are headlining intimate venues or sharing the stage with artists like Explosions in the Sky and Xiu Xiu, their ability to transport an audience is undeniable.

Now, they are taking that experience on the road, bringing their hypnotic and unpredictable sound to a wider audience than ever before.

Upcoming Tour Dates

Sunday 3/23 – Raleigh, NC – The Ritz – Supporting Explosions in the Sky
Saturday 4/26 – Carrboro, NC – Cat’s Cradle Back Room – Headlining Record Release Show w/ Ben Hackett
Thursday 5/29 – Raleigh, NC – Neptune’s – Supporting Shock Tea
Saturday 8/23 – Durham, NC – Beer Study
Monday 8/25 – Denver, CO – Skylark Lounge
Tuesday 8/26 – Salt Lake City, UT – The DLC
Thursday 8/28 – Seattle, WA – Bad Bar
Friday 8/29 – Vancouver, BC – Batch Kitsilano
Saturday 8/30 – Vancouver, BC – Kingsway Club
Sunday 8/31 – Portland, OR – Turn! Turn! Turn!
Monday 9/1 – Pacifica, CA – Winters Tavern
Wednesday 9/3 – Los Angeles, CA – Genghis Cohen
Thursday 9/4 – Mesa, AZ – The Underground
Friday 9/5 – Las Vegas, NV – Red Dwarf
Saturday 9/6 – Denver, CO – Better Barnum Animal Center (DIY)

With their debut album and a sprawling tour ahead, Slow Teeth is poised to become one of the most compelling emerging bands in the post-rock and experimental indie space.

Southern Ontario’s rock & roll firebrands The Wild High return with their electrifying new single, “I Wanna Get Paid,” an anthem of desperate optimism wrapped in country-rock grit. With its raucous energy and sharp-witted lyricism, the track confronts the modern-day obsession with instant gratification, echoing the restless longing for success without consequence.

“I Wanna Get Paid” blends the raw spirit of southern rock with a driving, arena-ready sound. Fueled by swampy slide guitars, massive choruses, and an undeniable groove, the song is a bold declaration of hope even in the face of rock-bottom reality.

“I Wanna Get Paid” is about that daydream of financial freedom without the grind. It’s a reflection on how so many people aspire to exist without effort – just hoping to get paid for being. But at its heart, it’s also a song of resilience, about holding onto hope even when you’re at your lowest. – lead vocalist/guitarist Jon Harvey

Los Angeles-based hyperpop producer and artist DANGER SPOON has released their electrifying new single, “icu ❤”—a track that blurs the line between passion and peril. Equal parts unhinged and tongue-in-cheek, the song transforms obsessive love into a full-blown medical emergency, pulsing with chaotic energy and glitchy hyperpop production.

Fusing warped R&B grooves, industrial percussion, and the blown-out intensity of metalcore production, “icu ❤” is a sonic rollercoaster. From its breathy, restrained verses to the explosive chorus—where emergency sirens wail and saw synths collide—the track captures the exhilarating rush of desire spiraling out of control.

While producing largely in isolation, an early demo of “icu ❤” caught the ear of multi-platinum producer Jimmy Duval (XXXTentacion, Ski Mask the Slump God, Bryce Vine). His reaction—“That’s insane. You’re a beast.”—became a defining moment for DANGER SPOON.