Artist: Jay Sparrow Album: In Our Time Edmonton-based Jay Sparrow previously fronted a rock/punk band called Murder City Sparrows, but has changed his direction in the past couple years, beginning with his roots/alt country debut in 2008 with The Running. Notably, Sparrow has had three releases this year, with each being released within a few […]

Band: Dinosaur Bones EP: Birthright Shot of choice: whiskey It’s been quite a year for Dinosaur Bones! After releasing their self-titled EP in 2008, the boys in Dinosaur Bones put out their Royalty/Ice Hotels 7” earlier this year. They’ve had much acclaim in their short band life leading to the recent announcement of being signed […]

Band: Clothes Make The Man EP: Control Clothes Make the Man has been much buzzed about since their self-titled album was released in 2007, independently may I add. Since then they’ve been busy rockin’ the indie show scene, but they’ve also been working hard on recording with Julius “Juice” Butty (Alexisonfire, Protest the Hero). They […]

Band: Say Domino EP: Who’s We? Shot of choice: Seeing as 2/3 are underage, I don’t think there is much a point in telling you this, but Matt Trocchi (the 19-year-old) likes tequila. Say Domino is a unique London, Ontario band. They are unique for a couple of reasons: 1) They meld an interesting combination […]

Band: Dora Alexander EP: Travelers Shot of choice: whiskey Toronto-based Dora Alexander is releasing their debut EP Travelers, which is actually already available to stream on their MySpace. The comparisons between the vocals of Alex Grant (vocals, guitar, keys) with those of a young Gord Downie (The Tragically Hip) that have been made are particularly […]

Band: Hands & Teeth EP: Enjoy Your Lifestyle Shot of choice: Jameson Although as individuals they are not new to the music scene, Hands & Teeth is a relatively new band. We first caught Hands & Teeth live at TWM show and, despite being the first opener, their lively set was likely my favourite of […]

Band: The Mercy Now LP: Self Control Shot of choice: whiskey Meet The Mercy Now, a Toronto-based rock band that, after two EPs under their belt, decided to release a massive 13-track album (available in vinyl and digital formats October 26th). Their sound mixes rock and soul, but also brings in garage, surf, and even […]

Band: The Box Tiger EP: The Box Tiger Shot of choice: Vodka As soon as The Box Tiger hits you with “Faceless,” their first track off their self-titled EP, strong and commanding vocals from Sonia Sturino (lead vocals, guitar) are apparent. In fact, I can’t help but notice similarities in her vocals with that of […]

Band: PKEW PKEW PKEW (gunshots) EP: Royalty Shot of choice: I like creative answers. When I asked Mike what the band’s shot of choice is, he sent me this link. PKEW PKEW PKEW (gunshots) is a rock band from Toronto with members Luxury Pete (guitar), Mike Tom Warne (keys), Brodie Bocelli (lead vocals), Wild Wild […]

Band: The Ruby Sprit EP: Born Under A Veil Shot of choice: Jack Daniels As soon as Paige Boy (vocals) hits the first note of “Tin Can Bees,” the first song on Born Under A Veil, it’s hard not to pay attention. She has a powerful voice that just exudes confidence… and that’s what it […]