
The Polaris Prize is arguably the most coveted award for Canadian musicians. The list this year has a few surprises, namely the lack of an electronic submission. With no surprise Grimes has made the shortlist and is already the front runner with Visions topping nearly everyones best of 2012 so far lists and her increased exposure in main stream media. Polaris Prize Short List: Cadence Weapon – Hope in Dirt City Cold Specks – I Predict a Graceful Expulsion Drake – Take Care Kathleen Edwards – Voyageur Feist – [...]

The Toronto artist who now calls Berlin his home is out with his 4th studio album. The dreamy electro pop is as good as every. Digits- Where Do You Belong? Related posts: Chairlift- I belong In Your Arms This is not your typical love song so don't let... Chairlift - I Belong in Your Arms Brooklyn-base Electropop duo, Chairlift, recently released their sophomore LP, Something,...

Kendrick released one of my favourite tracks early this year, and if he continues to release tracks of this calibre it looks like his soon to be released album will be one of the best albums of the year. Kendrick Lamar- Swimming Pools Related posts: Kendrick Lamar- Cartoon and Cereal The latest from Black Hippy crew member Kendrick Lamar from...

The night really couldn't have gone any better. With cloudy skies almost surely going to drop rain on a decent crowd in a venue with sand on a pseudo-beach it turned into a decent night overall (perhaps it could've gone better if the lighting was better so here's a crappy photo I got of Andrew Bird). Andrew Bird lived up to expectations in terms of the quality of music displayed. His songs are unique, interesting and lyricism is random. He has a few performances on YouTube that are definitely worthwhile to watch. For [...]

Tyler the Creator and Toro Y Moi have released a rough version of a track they have worked together on, give it a listen. Tyler the Creator x Toro Y Moi- Hey You Related posts: Toro Y Moi- Leaving Everywhere Toro Y Moi just released this new single and I... Toro Y Moi- New Beat It's my birthday and I have bronchitis and I have... Album Review: Toro Y Moi [...]
TNGHT are quickly rising to become some of the most sought after producers. The pair have proven that they can blend sounds to make something special, check out the latest from them. Follow them on soundcloud here TNGHT-Higher Ground Related posts: Pains of Being Pure at Heart - Higher Than The Stars EP "No secret’s too safe, and how you can’t stay, higher... The Higher - On Fire The Higher, a [...]

Here is the latest video from my latest obsession Purity Ring. Purity ring- Fineshrine Related posts: Purity Ring - Fineshrine The latest from Canadian outfit Purity Ring who are set... Purity Ring- Ungirthed I can't wait to see Purity Ring in Detroit, I... Purity Ring- Loftcries I kinda hated this song the first time I heard... Purity Ring-Cartographist [...]

Frank Ocean's latest album channel ORANGE is hands down one of the best albums of the past year. With R&B making a comeback from the horrible in the da club type anthems of the late that seems to be topping the billboard charts. Frank Ocean has been making headlines with his smooth lyrics and wide array of instruments, its no wonder that the industry has been buzzing about OFWGTA with their members producing music like this. Frank Ocean- Pyramids Frank Ocean- Super Rich Kids (feat. Earl Sweatshirt) [...]

Purity Rings debut album Shrines is out on July 24th but you are album to stream the entire thing over at npr. Click here to check it out. I am guessing it will be topping nearly everyones best of 2012 album list come December, so stay ahead of the pack and listen to it now. Purity Ring-Cartographist Related posts: Purity Ring- Ungirthed I can't wait to see Purity Ring in Detroit, I... [...]

The XX are back with their latest single from the upcoming sophomore album Coexist. They have announced a North American tour but unfortunately they are not making a stop in Toronto or Detroit so I will have to wait a while to see them again. The xx Fall 2012 Tour Dates: 10/5- Vogue Theatre - Vancouver, BC 10/6- Paramount Theater - Seattle, WA 10/7- Roseland Theater - Portland, OR 10/10 - The Pool at The Cosmopolitan - Las Vegas, NV 10/11- Soma - San Diego, CA [...]

Check out the latest from Azealia Banks. Related posts: Azealia Banks- Fuck Up the Fun For the last few months, Harlem emcee Azealia Banks has... Azealia Banks featuring Lunice- Runnin' It was apparently Lil Wayne's remixed verse on the 2007... Kanye West featuring Kid Cudi, Ryan Leslie, Llyod Banks, Pusha T and John Legend- Christian Dior Denim Flow Featuring Kanye rhyming off a slew of model names, Christian... [...]

I was never a huge fan of Twin Shadow but this new track reminiscent of 80s pop is so catchy that I can't help but sing it to my self all the time. Related posts: Twin Sister- The Other Side of Your Face Twin Sister is my latest obsession. Their dreamy instrumentals accompanied...

I have not been able to find a download for this song, if you have one PLESE EMAIL IT TO ME. This song has been stuck in my head for the past few weeks. Ariel Pink has a real knack for covering obscure bands and shedding light on some of the greatest songs to have been forgotten by time. Related posts: Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti-Artist Review Paw Tracks, with its roster of Animal Collective, Black Dice,... [...]

i'm getting to the stage where i'm (finally) starting to recognize popular samples - but still not know where they're from. this month-old track has influences i can't quite place - there's definitely a sprinkle of 'asian' and for once it doesn't leave a bad taste. YTCB also popped a couple other tracks - "I'm the Bible", "MAKOTO SHINKAI", "SUMMER AQUARIUM" - all of which are sure to tickle your fancies. also check out these tracks: Related posts: Pale Young [...]

Tennis make perfect summer time music and this remix is going to be on repeat this weekend. Related posts: Tennis Tennis out of Denver are one of the few new... Gregory and the Hawk-Boats and Birds (Protohype Remix) Haven't heard of either of these two before but I... Kid Cudi - Pursuit of Happiness (Steve Aoki Dance Remix) "Feeling like 2AM summer night." Of course, if you are... [...]

Hands down one of my favourite bands of all time, Tame Impala are back with a new single and I can not wait to hear the rest of their album which is set to release in the coming months. Tame Impala- Apocalypse Dreams

Forget the headlines and whether Frank Ocean has an interest in men or women. Big ups to him for being brave enough to fight stereotypes and homophobia in the hip hop community and with music like this its not wonder everyone is talking about him.

I have been listening to this mixtape for the past few weeks and thought I should get around to sharing it with you all. If you haven't had a chance to listen to the latest from Charli XCX get on that now. She is a refreshing new comer to pop music and much like Grimes is taking her own approach to making music.
This song simply put is incredible, can not wait to hear the rest of the album. Poolside- Slow Down