Napalmpom's much anticipated sophomore release is an impressive statement. A much more refined sound runs throughout the new album.

Garrett Johnson, AKA Brazilian Money, delivers us another album of non stop action.

Smokey’s art has never been subtle. His paintings and sculptures have a serious edge so it’s no surprise that his first proper full length album as Smokey & The Feeelings cuts with the same knife.

The debut from Edmonton's MS DOS is loosely based on a day in their life. Each track represents a different part of the day

Being a little late to the triumph that is Aleem Khan’s Urbana Champaign is alright. The vibe of the party is relaxed, not urgent. Things will unfold when they decide it’s necessary, the pace isn’t important, there are no deadlines in this blissful retreat for your ears

Consilience’s Under Our Beds is a masterfully crafted, piano driven record. Consilience is the project of former Edmontonian, Tasy Hudson.

A magnificent display of melody. There are two types of tracks on the album. The ones that are perfect pop songs from start to finish, with sun soaked melodies that will awaken anyone from a sour mood.

Counterfeit Jeans self titled debut is a slap in the jaw…. But in a good way. Waves of feedback, urgent guitar licks, masterfully crafted baselines and percussion make this record impossible to ignore.

Caity Fisher’s “Party Games” is a gem. The sound and lyrics bring you back to all those mornings you’ve had stumbling home as the sun comes up

Mulligrub’s Soft Grudge brings you back to the 90’s and makes you remember the music of that era more fondly than you should.

The Zorgs want to keep you on your toes. The last thing this Winnipeg trio ever wants is to become predictable.

Laser is the new project from Lisa Lobsinger (formerly of Broken Social Scene). She has teamed up with Paul Pfisterer (The Beauties) and Martin Davis Kinack (Transistor Sound) to make this beautifully crafted album

On Sarah Neufeld’s new album “The Ridge” she invokes images of nature and how we relate to it.

The Painters debut “Specks Of Dust” is one of the most exciting releases to come out of Montreal for awhile.

Nap Eyes sophomore album, Thought Rock Fish Scale, is a triumph. An elegant example of less is more.

Switches was believed to be done with the departure of lead singer Tara to Toronto for school. We were wrong.

The best way to describe Majical Cloudz is minimalistic & emotional electronic music.

A new generation is starting to discover bands like Nirvana on their own terms and the results of their influences are becoming quite apparent.

This music demands your attention, expect to want to listen to this album over and over.