Song of the Day: April 20, 2017 - "LOL" by PWR BTTM

I saw this duo at the Trans Musicales Festival in France in December and have been waiting and hoping for a Vancouver tour date to pop up, and it has (July 21st at the Biltmore Ballroom [upstairs venue above the Biltmore]).

New York band PWR BTTM have a new album called Pageant out on May 12th, and released a new song last week called "LOL" - Take a listen below, and I'll let you read what the song is about in the band's own words:
"LOL is a song about trying. Trying to understand. Trying to grow up. Trying to reconcile who you wish you were with who you can't help being. Sometimes you try as hard you can to do those things and you fail. You fucking fail really, really hard. So hard that you have to give yourself a break and just laugh about how hard and weird things can be; about how no matter how secure you think you are deep down there's a part of us all the feels like they're doing everything for the first time

In performing the song, I tried to surround myself with people who made me feel powerful, like I could keep on trying no matter what. People like our French Horn player Cameron West, Kiley Lotz from Petal and, of course, my amazing mom Christiane Hopkins. They made me feel like I could keep going, I hope this song helps you feel the same! - Ben"

Song of the Day: April 19, 2017 - "The Ecstatics" by Explosions In The Sky

I wish I could put this new animated video for "The Ecstatics" on an IMAX or even Planetarium sized screen, and listen to Explosions In The Sky in the best possible surround sound.

But I am also afraid because I think my brain might literally melt if I did that.

Check out the video below to see what I mean.

Song of the Day: April 18, 2017 - "Swim" by Her

My favourite french duo Her is back with another single titled "Swim" from their new EP Her Tape #2.
A few things you need to know: 
The girl in the video looks very much like Cate Blanchett and a badass.
There is an epic saxophone solo.
The boys are just as groovy as ever.
I'm into it...take a listen:

Song of the Day: April 17, 2017 - "The Fall" by Elliott BROOD

Had I heard this song out of context, I don't think I would have realised it was the new one from Elliott BROOD. 

"The Fall" is a dark and haunting song, which is fitting since it was written for the CBC show, Bellevue, and looks to be the first single from their upcoming album Ghost Gardens.

Song of the Day: April 16, 2017 - "Young Leo" by Mise en Scene

Last week it was announced that Winnipeg band Mise en Scene signed with Light Organ Records and performed at a secret show at the Fox Cabaret (as well as opening for The Zolas at the Railway re-launch).

Their first single, "Young Leo", from their upcoming album Still Life On Fire (June 30), is out now. Lead singer Stefanie Blondal Johnson's voice is a powerful one and their live show was definitely mezmerizing. Give it a listen below...

Song of the Day: April 15, 2017 - "What You Get" by DIANA

Toronto band DIANA recently released a new video for their song "What You Get" which was from their release in November titled Familiar Touch.

The band also announced a North American tour, and they will be performing here in Vancouver on June 26th at the Fox Cabaret.

Check out the single and video below.

Song of the Day: April 14, 2017 - "In Timely Fashion" by WALRUS

Madic Records' band Walrus has released a new single called "In Timely Fashion", off of their soon to be released album Family Hangover (June 9th).

The band has some spring dates on the eastern side of the country, but nothing for Vancouver yet, but we'll keep you posted!

Song of the Day: April 13, 2017 - "The Machinist" by Peregrine Falls

Vancouver duo Peregrine Falls has announced a new self-titled album (out May 12) and released a new single called "The Machinist".

The album is co-produced with Jesse Zubot, who is also featured (playing a wooden flute) on the new single.

The chaotic magic the band creates with it's improvisation is hard to describe, you'll just have to sit down and take a listen!