Song of the Day: January 18, 2018 - "Someplace" by Yamantaka // Sonic Titan

It's been four long years since the last time we heard new music from Yamantaka //Sonic Titan, but this week they gave up the first aural peek at their brand new album, Dirt.

"Someplace" puts the "sonic" in Yamantaka // Sonic Titan with a thunderous intensity that has me looking forward to the new album.

Dirt is out March 23 on Paper Bag Records, and they wrap up an extensive tour right here in Vancouver on May 18th at the Biltmore (and if you haven't seen them live before, you absolutely have to).

Song of the Day: January 17, 2018 - "Only One" by Belle Game

One of my favourite albums last year was Fear/Nothing from Belle Game, and now we have another taste from the album with the b-side "Only One"

It's a dreamy, electro-driven song that's on par with anything from the album. You can catch them (and hopefully hear this song) live on tour, including their hometown show here in Vancouver on February 23 at the Imperial! 

Song of the Day: January 16, 2018 - "Cover It Up" by Hillsburn

I've mentioned it before, my favourite new discovery from last year's Vancouver FOlk Music Festival was the Halifax quintet Hillsburn. So I'm definitely looking forward to hearing their new album, The WIlder Beyond, which is out February 2nd. 

They've teased the album with a few songs so far, and the latest is "Cover It Up", showcasing the band's three-part harmonies with their infectious indie-rock. Check it out below! 

Song of the Day: January 15, 2018 - "Broken" by Mathew V

Mathew V's not broken anymore...according to this new single he released on Friday!
This talented young artist, who is on the 604 Records roster, is exploding right now, and I suggest you get on the train ASAP.

Check out his other music on Spotify right now, keep an eye out for the debut (604) record in 2018, and listen to the new single "Broken" below.

Song of the Day: January 14, 2018 - "Under My Wing" by Young Galaxy

Over the last little while, Young Galaxy has been teasing us with new singles. Now not only do they have another one, but a full-on announcement for their new album! 

Down Time is the band's first fully independent album, being self-released on April 6. The newest track "Under My Wing" is a bit more spacey than you may expect fromt he band, with the ethereal vocals floating through the song. 

Plus! They'll be kicking off a short tour here in Vancouver just days before the release, on April 4 at Venue. 

Song of the Day: January 13, 2018 - "London" by Seaway

"I can't go anywhere, I'm too broke" made me actually laugh out loud in this song by Ontario band Seaway.

The single "London" is from their latest album Vacation released on Dine Alone records.
Ironically, the band will be in London this week, then is off on an American tour next, before heading back to Canada - with a show at the Vogue Theatre on February 23rd.

Song of the Day: January 12, 2018 - "Release" by Rich Aucoin

A year ago this week Rich Aucoin was robbed while in Costa Rica, and had his laptop stolen which contained new material for his next album that he was working on.

Well, this time I have great news and it's that we have a new single from Rich titled "Release" from his upcoming EP Hold - out on March 16th!.
(You may have already heard it if you follow Rich on social media or seen any of these posters.)

The instrumental track is almost 7 minutes long, and makes you either want to dance, or float in the ocean like Rich is doing in the video below. 

I honestly can't wait for this new album (because it also means tour, and it's been too long since I've seen Rich live).
Enjoy!

Song of the Day: January 11, 2018 - "Miss You" by Born Ruffians

Another single was just released from the Born Ruffians upcoming album Uncle, Duke & The Chief, and this one might be my favourite so far.
"Miss You" has a wonderful danceability to it, and a great cal-and-response that I cannot wait to hear shouted back to them live.

The album comes out on February 16th, and the band will be back in town at Fortune Sound Club on May 4th.