Five Minutes With: Vancouver Musician Slug Comparison

Slug Comparison is the solo project of Fen vocalist/guitarist Doug Harrison, whose songs glide over a landscape of grunge, progressive rock, indie, and metal. The Ringmaster Reviews says the music “simply engulfs the imagination and emotions.”

Slug Comparison

Name:

Slug Comparison

Genre:

Alt, prog, metal, grunge

Founded:

2014

# of Albums:

3

Latest Album:

A Battle to the End Fought on the Edge of a Knife

Latest Single:

Wish to Adapt

Latest Video:

Favourite musician growing up:

Nirvana

Favourite musician now:

L.S Dunes

Guilty pleasure song:

Extreme – Rise N’ Shine

Live show ritual:

Tremble, pace

Favourite local musician:

Sixpoints

EP or LP?

LP up to now, but look for an EP in 2026.

Early bird or night owl?

My voice is best at 10 pm.

Road or studio?

Studio

Any shows or albums coming up?

New album, A Battle to the End Fought on the Edge of a Knife, was released May 9th.

Where can we follow you?

Website | Instagram | Facebook | Bandcamp | Spotify | Apple Music

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Rapid Fire Local Questions:

What is your favourite local restaurant?

Eating takes too long. I’ll take a pill instead.

What is your favourite street in your city and why?

Atkins Rd. It’s narrow and winding and there’s a miniature llama farm along the way. It all suggests you’ve left the city.

What is your favourite park in your city and why?

East Sooke Park. At every turn the trail offers another ocean view. Every type of weather, every nuance of light is worth seeing there.

What is your favourite music venue in your city?

Paul Phillips Hall at The Little Fernwood

What is your favourite music store in your city?

Alloy Music

 

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Shantelle Canzanese was born and raised in Toronto, Canada. She currently writes for the Toronto Guardian and values the freedom and creativity it allows. She loves connecting with people and getting the opportunity to tell their story. She's also a personal development coach and passionate about DIY and design. You can learn more about her at www.shantellecanzanese.com