– Written by John Makela – On May 3rd multi-instrumentalist band leader / jazz musician Kamasi Washington released one of the most exceptional, star-studded, albums this year.  Fearless Movement is the fourth tape in Washington’s catalog, and has features from the likes of André 3000, Thundercat, George Clinton, and many more. This album pushed boundaries for modern jazz in many ways.  The features included on … Continue reading New Kamasi Washington: Fearless Movement

– Written by Peyton Andino – When I saw that one of my favourite artists was opening for pop superstar and Disney sweetheart Olivia Rodrigo, I was ecstatic. Finally, I thought, She’s going to get the attention I’ve been telling people she needs! I’ve listened to Chappell Roan since the summer of 2022, watching her grow as an artist and develop a specific persona, vision, … Continue reading Gatekept: Chappell Roan

– Written by Jackson Skam – Something that I believe is a crucial part in music discovery and the evolution of how someone listens to music is the influence from their parental figures. A lot of us grow up listening to the songs that our mothers, fathers, guardians, etc., grew up listening to. There are even genres based around the musical tastes of parents, with … Continue reading The Musical Legacy of Moms’ Tunes

– Written by John Makela – Donald Glover’s creativity is on display once again.  Well known actor, musician, director, and just overall talented human being Donald Glover has been making headlines recently with the launch of what seems to be a new creative step. The introduction to his project GILGA Radio came from a cryptic live stream shared on instagram by Donald Glover. The original … Continue reading Donald Glover & the Gilga Radio Project

– Written by Hunter Petch – While the project remains somewhat bloated, Lunchtime is an incredible step in the right direction for the forward-thinking artist that is Lunchbox. Each track contains a certain amount of exciting energy that carries into the next, allowing for the listener to be entertained throughout the whole listen. Sure, “New Jazz” can get repetitive as a genre, but the one … Continue reading Lunchtime – Mini Review

– Written by Jackson Skam – Imagine hopping in a Nissan Skyline during the late hours of the night with a brightly lit Tokyo horizon visible through the dash. You rev up the engine and embark on a city-wide race through the uninhabited streets of the night. This was my initial thought when I first heard the incredible Japanese jazz fusion band, Casiopea. Starting out … Continue reading Casiopea Profile

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– Written by Charlotte Holder – Toronto’s Underground scene seems to grow more daily, with a multitude of new artists, designers, festivals and shows seemingly coming out of nowhere. It’s developed into a space for creatives from all across Canada to come together. With so many new shows, fests and artists popping up everyday, it’s easy to get lost in the mix. Luckily I’m here … Continue reading Will You Melt?

– Written by John Makela – Last Friday, “It’s Us Vol.1” dropped, a record coming from rap collective CONCRETE BOYS. The group consists of five extreme talents; Lil Yachty, Draft Day, Camo!, DC2Trill, and KARRAHBOOO. The collaboration put together 47 minutes of music that will leave you with a perpetual stank face.  Lil Yachty’s run is not stopping! He along with Karrahbooo, Camo!, DC2Trill, and … Continue reading Concrete Hour: “It’s Us Vol. 1” Overview

– Written by SthprtDad – Born in the mid-80s, I’ve lived through an extraordinary evolution in music consumption, witnessing firsthand the transition from physical media to the digital age, and surprisingly, back to a revival of tangible formats. My earliest memories of music are intricately tied to the physical experiences of vinyl and cassettes. These weren’t mere formats; they represented a deeper, tactile connection with … Continue reading The Evolving Landscape of How We Listen