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Five Minutes With: Vancouver Heavy Psych Rock Band SweetBeast

February 28, 2025 Demian Vernieri

SweetBeast is a sonic exploration of shifting realities, blending heavy, distorted riffs with introspective lyrics. It invites listeners to journey inward and outward, reflecting the complex relationship between mind, sound, and reality. Armed with low-tuned, […]

Hot Spell
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Five Minutes With: Hard Rock Band Hot Spell

February 21, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Hot Spell is a dynamic four-piece hard rock band hailing from Ladner, BC, Canada. Since forming in 2022, this powerhouse ensemble has united their individual talents into a cohesive force, delivering electrifying covers of iconic […]

Francis Baptiste
Folk

Five Minutes With: Vancouver Indie Folk Songwriter Francis Baptiste

February 14, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Francis Baptiste is an Indigenous songwriter who covers topics of cultural reclamation, addiction, and fatherhood. CBC has said, “Francis Baptiste is unsparingly candid.” Of the single Lazy Lake, CBC called it “lushly hypnotic.” Baptiste currently […]

Elena Erin
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Five Minutes With: Alt-Pop Musician Elena Erin

February 7, 2025 Demian Vernieri

Recognized for her vibrant, creative flair, Canadian Alternative Pop sensation Elena Erin crafts a striking fusion of Alternative, Electronic, and Dance influences, underscored by her emotionally resonant storytelling. Her breakout single, “Build A Ship,” soared […]

Matthew Presidente
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Five Minutes With: Vancouver Piano Rock-Pop Musician Matthew Presidente

January 31, 2025 Demian Vernieri

Vancouver’s piano man, Matthew Presidente is a bold rock/pop songwriter. Whether performing solo or with his full band, the high-energy piano-based performer connects with the crowd through passionate performances. Referred to as “one of — […]

Mark Ledlin
Country

Five Minutes With: Vancouver Country Musician Mark Ledlin

January 24, 2025 Emilea Semancik

The music career of Mark Ledlin is a testament to unexpected journeys and bold transitions. From professional hockey in Europe to becoming a rising star in country music, Ledlin has carved out a unique path […]

Dawn Pemberton
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Five Minutes With: Vancouver Soul-Funk Artist Dawn Pemberton

January 17, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Dynamic, soulful, and deeply rooted in music, Dawn Pemberton is a powerhouse whose versatile voice effortlessly spans gospel, soul, jazz, funk, and world music. With a B.Mus in Jazz Studies from Capilano University and certification […]

Jessica Chaz
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Five Minutes With: Singer-Songwriter Jessica Chaz

January 10, 2025 Emilea Semancik

Jessica Chaz is a powerhouse singer-songwriter and producer whose extraordinary vocal talent sets her apart in the music industry. Now based in Vancouver, this South African native discovered her passion for music in Durban, where […]

Petunia & The Vipers
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Five Minutes With: Vancouver Band Petunia & The Vipers

January 3, 2025 Emilea Semancik

When Louis Armstrong was asked about his favourite kind of music, his answer was simple: “Good music.” That sentiment perfectly captures the essence of Petunia & The Vipers. Defying easy categorization, their sound has been […]

Focus Your Audio
Folk

Five Minutes With: Vancouver Folk/Pop Duo Focus Your Audio

December 27, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Hailing from Vancouver’s dynamic music scene, Focus Your Audio blends West Coast grit with East Coast charm to create a sound that’s both unrestrained and captivating. Described by *The Georgia Straight* as “Bobby’s blackheart guitar […]

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