Vela Rosa’s latest single new album “Run in Colour” encapsulates their sound and vibe fabulously. This Canadian rock and roll band is relatively new to the music scene, but that is in no way evident through their music. Their sound makes it seem like they’ve been doing this their whole lives. Their main influences are classic rock bands from the 70s and grunge rock bands from the 80s and 90s. But because most of the band members are only about 20 years old, there is a small hint of modern alternative rock (we really hear some Arctic Monkeys in there). 

Lead single “All We Need” is a bluesy alt rock banger that serves as an outlet for the guys of Vela Rosa to speak on the counterculture movement of the 1960s, with a modern twist. This song is a commentary on the ostracization of queerness, and a criticism of the people in the world who align their political views with hate. “With a groovy bassline, simple guitar licks, and a smooth, half-time beat to tie it all together,” explains the band, “All We Need” explores the freedom of loving whomever we love without consequence. The bassline is, in fact, super groovy. It ties the song together in a way that a rhythm guitar couldn’t. The chord progressions in general create such a happy, nostalgic feeling, and the bassline adds so much to that positive vibe. The catchy, feel-good chorus definitely helps with that positive vibe, as well. Then, the outro of the song turns to half-time. “We all need someone worth chasing…” desperately repeats the singer over an 8-bar vamp, making the perfect ending to the perfect song. We love the inclusivity of the track, and its message could be as legendary as “All You Need Is Love” by The Beatles. We can’t wait to hear what more they have in store!

“Wildflower” is the latest song from Lenci, an emerging singer and songwriter who hails from Raleigh, North Carolina. 

This new song gives us a taste of Lenci’s vocal purity and ability for range of low and high notes that is both clear and emotive. There is a rawness about her voice that you can hear even when mixed with instrumentation, including piano, and backing vocals.

“Wildflower” is a much more polished production than previous singles from this young and talented artist. 

Lenci currently has 3 EP’s available for streaming online. Her debut EP “Hopeless Romantic”, was also released with an acoustic version entitled “Hopeless Romantic Acoustic.” She states on her website bio that it was important for her to have this purity of voice and live instrumentals recorded. 

Since the release of her first single, “Love Dimension”, Lenci has performed at various locations in the Triangle area of Raleigh, North Carolina. Most recently, Lenci was chosen by Carolina Waves of North Carolina to be a Featured Artist for a showcase where artists such as Noname and J. Cole have also performed. 

We can’t wait to hear more from this emerging and highly talented young artist! 

Check out “Wildflower” now on Soundcloud, and stay current with Lenci on her Website and social media Facebook and Instagram. 

BLUFF is a Russian-born, Canadian electronic music artist who bridges the gap between organic and digital realms. Making his musical start as a teen in various rock bands, playing guitar and singing, BLUFF discovered electronic music and never looked back. His work gets its distinct sound by combining his love of older alternative music, great songwriting and fresh sounds. 

New single, “Fight The Feeling,” features singer Ehlee and is also BLUFF’s first collaboration with songwriter Lydia Sutherland. Inspiration came from chord progressions – the element that makes BLUFF dream. Lyrically, the song touches on overthinking aspects of a new relationship.

Started in 2012, The Ruddy Ruckus has evolved from a small-time singer-songwriter project to a tour de force garage rock phenom. Jackson Dorie, Pat Brown, Giordano Modesto and Rob Brown lay down punk, indie and classic rock-inspired riffs and choruses that sound in line with the band’s name. Midrange, buzzsaw guitars act as a kick to the listener’s teeth, while the deep bass and cracking snare drum make up a groove that cannot be ignored.

Produced by The Dirty Nil’s Luke Bentham, new single, “Hold On My Love,” is baked in a certain brand of folky nostalgia that revisits more innocent times. As the message of the song is to hunker down and wait out the storms that life throws at us, there is a certain romanticism in the idea that things were better or easier in the past.

Jenny Palacios is a Vietnemese/Peruvian/Canadian artist based in Toronto, with a sound that blends influences from modern alternative pop to early 2000’s emo rock. She grew up in a musically-driven environment with a mother who is a music teacher. Jenny spent a number of years involved in her local alternative music scene and has developed a sense of artistry through connectivity.Drawing from her earliest memories of her mother’s teachings, and her emo roots, Jenny is driven to deliver a sound that is cathartic, and genuine, in every aspect.

Jenny’s new single, “Convenient,” is a textured synth-pop track that has been paired with a mesmerizing video.

MAGELLA is a Montreal-based singer-songwriter and DJ with the diasporic blues. With her powerful, warm tone, she uses the various colours of her voice to create a sonic canvas.

Her reflective new EP Checkmate features the smooth experimental track “Dirty Ice,” written as a way to self-soothe following the repercussions of an ended friendship. Checkmate is about recognizing our strengths and living without fear, with “Dirty Ice” reinforcing the message to carry on no matter what life throws at us.